2-23-26 Update

FloMAX Liffey Celtics & Destinee Bursch Update
Monday, February 23, 2026
Team News & Social Media Summary
The FloMAX Liffey Celtics secured a vital win this past weekend as the race for playoff positioning in the Domino's Women's Super League intensifies.
 * Crucial Victory: On Saturday, February 21, the Celtics defeated McEvoy's Cavan Eagles 82-75 at the Leixlip Amenities Centre.
 * League Impact: This win moves the Celtics to an 8-8 record, placing them in 6th position in the table. They are currently one win ahead of the Eagles and level with the Trinity Meteors as they look to climb into the top five before the postseason.
 * Game Dynamics: It was a highly competitive "back and forth" game with 11 lead changes. The Celtics' victory was largely driven by the offensive duo of Brooke Kane and Sorcha Tiernan, who combined for 42 points.
Destinee Bursch: Performance & Stats
Destinee Bursch continues to be a central figure in the Celtics' rotation since joining the professional ranks from Minnesota State.
 * Role in Win: While official scoring highlights from the Feb 21 game focused on Kane and Tiernan, Bursch remains a starter and a key defensive asset.
 * Season Context: Bursch's transition to the Irish Super League has been marked by her agility and playmaking. Her background as a top-three all-time scorer at Minnesota State (1,914 points) provides the Celtics with a high-level offensive threat who also averages significant defensive pressure (career 2.1 steals per game in college).
 * Social Media: Local mentions continue to track her as one of the standout American professionals in the league, particularly noting her consistency in the backcourt alongside Tiernan.
Upcoming Game Schedule
The regular season is nearing its conclusion with two critical matchups remaining.
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Feb 28 | Portlaoise Panthers | Portlaoise | 6:00 PM |
| Saturday, Mar 7 | Catalyst Fr. Mathews | Leixlip Amenities | 7:00 PM |


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