Co-op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship 2025 – Semi-Final Preview

Pictured is Pat Horgan, Chairperson Cork Gaa with Alan Fenton, Castlelyons, Mark Coleman, Blarney, Conleith Ryan, Bride Rovers and Aaron Walsh Barry, Carrigtwohill, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Senior A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

The stage is set for a Super Saturday double-header at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh as the Co-op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship semi-finals take centre stage on October 4th. First up, Carrigtwohill meet Bride Rovers at 5:45 PM, before Castlelyons face Blarney at 7:30 PM.

Each of the four clubs has battled their way through a fiercely competitive campaign to reach this point. Here’s a look back at their journey to the semi-finals:

Pictured are Aaron Walsh Barry, Carrigtwohill and Conleith Ryan, Bride Rovers, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Senior A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Semi-Final 1: Carrigtwohill vs Bride Rovers

Venue: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 5:45 PM

Carrigtwohill’s Path

Carrigtwohill made a strong start to their campaign with a 4-14 (26) to 0-17 (17) win over Fermoy in Round 1. They backed it up with another big performance in Round 2, overcoming Na Piarsaigh 1-22 (25) to 2-14 (20). Their Round 3 clash with Killeagh ended in defeat, 4-20 (32) to 1-14 (17), but two wins were enough to secure a direct semi-final place.

Group Stage Results:

Round 1: Carrigtwohill 4-14 – 0-17 Fermoy ✅
Round 2: Carrigtwohill 1-22 – 2-14 Na Piarsaigh ✅
Round 3: Carrigtwohill 1-14 – 4-20 Killeagh ❌

Bride Rovers’ Path

Bride Rovers impressed throughout the group stage, opening with a 1-22 (25) to 1-15 (18) victory over Blarney. They followed up with a high-scoring win against Courcey Rovers, 4-22 (34) to 2-18 (24). Their only slip came in Round 3 against Watergrasshill, where they were beaten 1-22 (25) to 1-13 (16). In the quarter-finals, Bride Rovers rediscovered their form with a strong 2-23 (29) to 1-18 (21) victory over Inniscarra, booking their place in the last four.

Group Stage Results:

Round 1: Bride Rovers 1-22 – 1-15 Blarney ✅
Round 2: Bride Rovers 4-22 – 2-18 Courcey Rovers ✅
Round 3: Bride Rovers 1-13 – 1-22 Watergrasshill ❌

Quarter-Final: Bride Rovers 2-23 – 1-18 Inniscarra ✅

Pictured are Alan Fenton, Castlelyons and Mark Coleman, Blarney, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Senior A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Semi-Final 2: Castlelyons vs Blarney

Venue: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 7:30 PM

Castlelyons’ Path

Castlelyons have been one of the most consistent sides in the championship. They opened with a comprehensive win over Bishopstown, 0-24 (24) to 0-17 (17), and followed up with another big performance against Ballyhea, winning 4-16 (28) to 1-16 (19). In Round 3, they proved their quality again with a 2-18 (24) to 1-18 (21) win over Inniscarra, topping their group with three wins from three to qualify directly for the semi-finals.

Group Stage Results:

Round 1: Castlelyons 0-24 – 0-17 Bishopstown ✅
Round 2: Castlelyons 4-16 – 1-16 Ballyhea ✅
Round 3: Castlelyons 2-18 – 1-18 Inniscarra ✅

Blarney’s Path

Blarney started with a tough loss to Bride Rovers in Round 1, 1-22 (25) to 1-15 (18). They bounced back strongly in Round 2 with a powerful display against Watergrasshill, winning 3-24 (33) to 0-12 (12). Their form continued in Round 3 with another dominant showing, beating Courcey Rovers 3-17 (26) to 0-7 (7). In the quarter-finals, Blarney overcame Na Piarsaigh 1-21 (24) to 0-19 (19), securing their spot in the Páirc semi-final showdown.

Group Stage Results: