Seven Hurling League Champions from RedFM Leagues

The 2026 RedFM Cork County Hurling League Finals concluded over a busy weekend with seven trophies decided across the county, providing an excellent finale to this year’s league campaign.

Supporters were treated to a series of competitive and entertaining finals, with several contests going right to the closing stages. Sarsfields retained their Division 1 crown for a fourth consecutive year, while Bride Rovers, Blarney, Kilworth, Cloyne, Sarsfields’ second team and Barryroe also celebrated league success.

Across the seven finals, players delivered high-quality hurling despite warm conditions, with established inter-county stars and emerging club talent all making their mark. As the focus now turns to the Co-Op Superstores Cork County Championships, the league finals provided the perfect opportunity for teams to build momentum ahead of the championship campaign.

Below is a recap of all seven RedFM Cork County Hurling League Finals from an action-packed weekend.

 

RedFM Division 1 Hurling League Final

 

Sarsfields 2-17 Midleton 2-16

Sarsfields claimed a fourth consecutive RedFM Division 1 Hurling League title after edging Midleton by a single point in a thrilling final at Carrigtwohill. Early goals from Barry O’Flynn and Killian Murphy laid the foundation for the Riverstown side, who led throughout much of the contest. Midleton mounted a late comeback, inspired by Conor Lehane’s outstanding 2-11 haul, and reduced the deficit to one with a stoppage-time goal. However, Sarsfields held firm to retain the Conroy Cup and complete another successful league campaign.

RedFM Division 2 Hurling League Final

 

Bride Rovers 1-21 Erin’s Own 0-14

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Bride Rovers produced a commanding display to defeat Erin’s Own by ten points and capture the RedFM Division 2 Hurling League title in Lisgoold. Brian Roche was influential throughout with an excellent all-round performance, while Louie Roche’s first-half goal helped establish a comfortable lead. Strong defensive displays, led by Eoin Roche, and two crucial saves from goalkeeper Cian Hogan ensured Bride Rovers remained in control as they finished deserving winners.

RedFM Division 3 Hurling League Final

Cork County Board Children's Officer Donal McCarthy presents the John Mullins Trophy to Blarney captain Patrick Crowley after they defeated Ballinhassig in the Red FM Division 3 Hurling League final at Ballincollig. Picture: David Creedon

Blarney 2-19 Ballinhassig 1-21

Blarney held off a determined Ballinhassig challenge to secure the RedFM Division 3 Hurling League title by the narrowest of margins in Ballincollig. Ballinhassig made the brighter start with an early goal, but Blarney responded impressively through Padraig Power, whose 1-4 tally included a decisive second-half goal. Despite a late surge from Ballinhassig, Blarney defended resolutely to lift the John Mullins Trophy after an entertaining contest.

RedFM Division 4 Hurling League Final

Kilworth 2-25 Aghabullogue 1-19

Kilworth produced a dominant second-half performance to overcome Aghabullogue and claim the RedFM Division 4 Hurling League title in Riverstown. After trailing briefly early in the second half, Kilworth responded with an impressive scoring burst before goals from Will Condon and James Sheehan put the result beyond doubt. Strong contributions from the bench and an efficient attacking display saw the Avondhu side finish nine-point winners.

RedFM Division 5 Hurling League Final

Cloyne 2-17 Dungourney 0-22

Cloyne edged neighbours Dungourney by a single point following a dramatic finish to the RedFM Division 5 Hurling League Final in Castlemartyr. First-half goals from Brian Walsh and Conor Cahill proved crucial as Dungourney battled back to take a late lead. James O’Brien inspired Cloyne’s response, scoring three of the final four points, including vital placed balls, to secure victory in a closely fought Imokilly derby.

RedFM Division 6 Hurling League Final

Sarsfields 5-17 Aghada 2-17

Sarsfields’ second team completed a memorable week for the club by claiming the RedFM Division 6 Hurling League title with an impressive victory over Aghada in Cobh. Former Cork forward Cian McCarthy rolled back the years with a superb hat-trick and a personal tally of 3-5, while goals from Sam McNamara and Luke Hackett added to Sarsfields’ attacking dominance. After being level at half-time, the Riverstown side powered clear in the second half to complete a league double for the club.

RedFM Division 7 Hurling League Final

Barryroe 1-15 Ballinora 1-13

Barryroe finished strongly to defeat Ballinora and capture the RedFM Division 7 Hurling League title in Newcestown. The Carbery side received a major lift from their substitutes, who contributed 1-6 after the interval, including Ryan O’Donovan’s crucial goal. Ballinora briefly regained the lead through Conor Quirke’s late goal, but Barryroe responded with the final three points of the game to secure their first adult hurling silverware since 2007.