In 1921 the Irish Free State won its independence from Great Britain and introduced its own coins and notes in 1928, although the Irishpound remained tied to sterling until 1979.
The 6-foot-9, 246-pound Cooley, a major force as the Irish outrebounded the Orange by 13 in last year's game, finished with a very quiet 10 points and 11 rebounds, his 15th double-double of the season.