Cork U20 Football Statement

Cork U20 Football Statement
Cork GAA will propose the appointment of Ray O’Mahony (Éire Óg) as Cork U20 Football manager for a two-year term at Tuesday’s County Committee meeting.
He will be joined by Michael O’Brien (Ballincollig) as coach, with additional selectors to be announced in the near future.
Both Ray and Michael have previously served as mentors in the County Development Squads and as Cork Minor Football Managers in 2023 and 2021/2022, respectively.
Chairperson Marc Sheehan, welcomed the appointment, stating, “Ray and Michael bring a wealth of experience from their time with our underage teams, as we hope to build on the good work done at Minor level over recent times.”
Cork GAA Secretary / CEO, Kevin O’Donovan said “The appointment of this group is a further indication of our desire to provide a pathway for mentors through the system, while ensuring a continuous flow of competent players to our senior panel.”

Cork GAA are pleased to announce the appointment of Niall Twomey as our new Head of Games Development

Cork GAA are pleased to announce the appointment of Niall Twomey as our new Head of Games Development.

A former County Senior Football winner with Bantry Blues on two occasions, Niall has volunteered across several areas in Cork GAA over the past decade, as Cork Minor Football selector, U21 Football trainer, Senior Football Development Squad manager, Club Coaching Officer and Underage Chairperson with his adopted Ballinascarthy and as a facilitator for our urban club review pilot recently.

He previously served in the Irish Defence Forces, which included overseas missions in DR Congo, Lebanon, Kosovo and East Timor. Since 2012 he has worked as the Civil Defence Officer for Cork West, responsible for the management, training and deployment of personnel to respond effectively to emergency situations at local and regional level.

Niall will commence the role on July 24th.

Welcoming the appointment, Cork GAA Chairperson Marc Sheehan said, “We are delighted to have someone of Niall’s calibre to lead our Games Development department at a time of such growth. We have no doubt that he has the leadership and organisational skills to manage what will be a key pillar in the development of our games and we look forward to supporting his role.”

Cork GAA Secretary & CEO, Kevin O’Donovan said, “The appointment of additional coaching officers on the ground has been a long-held ambition and we are excited to see our plans finally come to fruition with thanks to Central Council, Munster Council and our own County Committee for the increased funding allocation. Niall’s appointment, followed by the increased staffing levels, will be organised in parallel with a full review of all areas of Games Development within the county across Clubs, Schools and County Development Squads.”

Kicking Workshop with Alan Quirke

€40K Up for grabs for Cork GAA clubs through Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camps on-pack competition

19 April 2023; In attendance at the launch of the 2023 Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps are, from left, Galway hurler David Burke, Kerry footballer Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh, Wexford Camogie player Ciara Storey and Cavan footballer Raymond Galligan. Starting at the beginning of June and running up to the end of August, Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps have long played a vital role in helping young people to explore new interests, stay active as well as creating new and meaningful life-long friendships. For more information and to book now, visit www.gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps. Photo by Sam Barnes/Sportsfile *** NO REPRODUCTION FEE ***

€40,000 up for grabs for Cork GAA clubs through Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps on-pack competition

Broadcaster Carl Mullan on hand to encourage entries which can transform local clubs

 

Wednesday May 17th: GAA clubs the length and breadth of Cork are now in with a chance of claiming  prizes through the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps on-pack competition. Kellogg, now in its 12th year sponsoring the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl camps, has launched its nationwide competition for all GAA clubs across the county to be in with a chance of winning incredible prizes worth €40,0001. Broadcaster and winner of series 6 of Dancing with the Stars, Carl Mullan was on hand to officially launch the 2023 Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps on-pack competition.

The competition provides GAA clubs with an incredible opportunity to claim great prizes through a very simple mechanic. All that is required is to simply purchase a promotional box of Kellogg’s Coco Pops, Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies. Using the unique on-pack code, found inside the box, log on to kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/competition and nominate a club of your choice. Cash prizes of €25,000, €10,000 and €5,000 are available to win.

Speaking at the launch of the competition, Carl said: “Everyone remembers the excitement of summer camps from when they were a kid. Some of my fondest childhood memories are getting to see my friends every day and the craic we’d have. Kellogg’s is offering amazing prizes to GAA clubs all over the country and it is so simple to enter so be sure to vote for your local club today!”

Starting early June, the camps will run up to the end of August. To date, more than [insert number] participants are booked to attend a Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp this summer. Visit www.kelloggsculcamps/gaa.ie for further booking information.

Sarah Ferguson, Kellogg Ireland General Manager said “Based on incredible feedback and very popular engagement levels, we are delighted to officially launch the nationwide competition. This is open for all GAA clubs across the country to be in with a chance to win prizes worth a total of €40,000. This on-pack competition provides people with a great opportunity to raise vital funds for their local club and for them to be the hero in entering. This year, your club needs you!

 

We love getting feedback from previous winners in terms of what it really means to them and the difference it can make. Through our partnership with Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps, we are very proud to support the grassroots of the GAA.”

 

For more information on the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps visit gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps  

Rebel Og Coaching Annual Club Football Skills Development Programme

Rebel Óg Coaching today announced details of our annual club football skills development programme which will see over 5,000 boys between the ages of 12 and 14 showcase their skills in a county wide competition involving 150 clubs.

 

Club coaches are invited to host a kicking skills competition in their local clubs with the 3 highest scoring players advancing to Regional finals, with the winners contesting the County Finals in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh in May. The initiative is again being generously sponsored by Co-Op Superstores which is the retail division of Dairygold.

 

Speaking at the launch, Dermot Foley, Retail Area Manager at Co-Op Superstores said ” Co-Op Superstores, the retail division of Dairygold is hugely connected with the GAA community in parishes across Cork.  We are looking forward to being involved with Rebel Óg Coaching for another great competition this year. People Development is one of Dairygold’s core values and we are delighted to extend the opportunity to young aspiring footballers in Cork to develop their skill set.  We wish all participants the very best of luck.”

 

Cork Football Co-ordinator, Conor Counihan outlined “This initiative will continue to keep a focus on the development of the basic skills of kicking with the left and right foot – we are excited to work once again with Co-Op Superstores as sponsors and it will give young players an opportunity to highlight their skills”.

 

Clubs across the county are asked to hold their own internal competitions at U12, U13, U14 and have their club representatives nominated for the Regional Finals being held on the 21st May. The County Finals will be held on the weekend of the 28th May in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Each club will be asked to nominate 3 players from each age group to represent their club, it is team event with the combined scores of each team member being counted.