Massive week of preparation for Limerick sides following penultimate round of Ulster Bank League action.

Five local sides recorded vital wins on Saturday to set up an intriguing end to the regular season.

Conan Doyle is on the brink of his first 1A semi-final as Garryowen head coach, three years after securing promotion from 1B in his first season at the helm with the light blues.

Garryowen claimed a crucial 22-10 victory away to relegated Buccaneers at Dubarry Park to retain their position in the top 4 and set up a final day showdown at home to St Mary’s College.

While Young Munster are still in with a mathematical chance of making a semi-final following a narrow 27-24 defeat at the hands of leaders Lansdowne.

In Division 1B, Shannon now know that a home bonus point win over UCC next Saturday will guarantee them a return to the top tier.

Tom Hayes’ side reclaimed pole position in the division following a 12-7 win over Old Belvedere.

While UL Bohemian’s will have to battle it out at the other end of the table. They claimed an impressive 29-20 win over Naas but still remain in the relegation playoff place ahead of their final contest of the regular season.

Division 2B champions Old Crescent dropped their first points of the season as Barnhall ended the Rosbrien side’s chances of a perfect season following a 36 all draw.

A 10-7 win for Thomond over Tullamore has set up a 2C title showdown with Sligo.

James Hickey’s side trail the Connacht side on points difference heading into their clash at Hamilton Park.

In the same division Bruff took another step towards senior safety with a 19-6 win over Bective Ranger at Kilballyowen Park.