Only three of the eight quarter final spots are filled in the TUS Clare senior hurling championship heading into the final round of group games.
Holders Feakle are still not assured of their place in the last eight despite a gritty victory over Newmarket on Fergus in the opening game of the weekend.
Clooney-Quin are guaranteed to be in the hat as 17-year-old Jerry O’Connor landed a late winner to see them overcome Inagh-Kilnamona.
Manager Fergal Lynch says it was pleasing to see his side come out on the right side of a tight encounter.
Eire Óg are the only team safely through in Group Three, while in Group Four, Kilmaley’s second win of the championship has them booked into the quarter-final draw.
The last remaining qualification spot in the group will be decided when Ballyea face Cratloe in the last round, with Ballyea rallying late to condemn Scariff to the relegation battle.
Patrick Bourke Menswear Man of the Match Tony Kelly says they showed huge character to come through.
