The following statement was released shortly after.

“Following the decision of the Central Appeal’s Committee to uphold IT Carlow’s Appeal and overturn the decision to Award the Independent.ie Fitzgibbon Cup fixture between IT Carlow and Mary I (February 10th) to Mary I by Comhairle Ardoideachais (CA), the Independent.ie Fitzgibbon Cup Quarter-Final fixtures which were scheduled for Thursday 19th February are now cancelled.

“Details of the revised remaining Independent.ie Fitzgibbon Cup Quarter-Final fixtures will be circulated ASAP.”

It is not yet known if Comhairle Ardoideachais or Mary Immaculate College will appeal this decision to the Disputes Resolution Authority (DRA).

We will of course keep you informed of any further news on this story as it comes to hand.