CORK GAA LAUNCH NEW 2027 HOME KIT

A new look for the classic blood and bandage

Cork GAA Senior Footballers and Hurlers are set to enter 2027 with a new home kit that brings a modern mix to some classic imagery and traditional values.

Launched today, Cork’s new home jersey is an eye-catching ‘blood and bandage’ tribute featuring a return of the red colour collar and a fresh appearance for the white stripes.

Within the deep red hues of the new strip, the Cork GAA crest is subtly silhouetted, featuring the emblematic castles and ship that appear on the county’s emblem. The new home jersey will make its debut at the beginning of Cork’s upcoming 2027 GAA Allianz National Football and Hurling fixtures in January.

Cork GAA CEO, Kevin O’Donovan, said:

“We’ve leaned into some of the things that we believe Cork GAA stands for and is universally associated with – strength, identity and power. There’s such a rich heritage across both codes and we wanted the inclusion of the county crest to reflect that. We look forward to seeing our greatest ambassadors, our players, donning our beloved ‘blood and bandage’ as we approach 2027 with hope and unity.”

An official in-store launch will take place in the Sports Direct outlet at Mahon Point on Thursday, October 29, when fans will have the opportunity to meet some of Cork’s Senior Footballers and Hurlers between 5 – 6.30pm. Meanwhile, fans across the county and country can purchase the new kit online at oneills.com and at Sports Direct stores nationwide.

Leonard Brassell, Managing Director of Sports Direct Ireland, said:

“We are excited to launch the new 2027 Cork jersey and continue our partnership with Cork GAA. We know that tradition and heritage are hugely important to the people and players of Cork and these are values that Sports Direct shares with Cork GAA. We wish the Footballers and Hurlers all the best for the year ahead”.

The launch of Cork’s away jersey and training kit is expected within a few weeks.