November 2025

  • F3 Youth Athletic Development Course – November 15th

January 2026

  • Performance Nutrition Workshop (Adult Club) – January 14th

  • F3 Youth Athletic Development Course – January 17th

  • Youth “Resistance Training” Workshop – January 21st

  • Adult Coaching Conference – January 24th

  • Nursery Courses – January to February

  • Award 2 Football – October 2025 to January 2026

February 2026

  • Youth Football Coaching Workshop – February 8th

  • GPS & Performance Analysis Workshop for Club Coaches – February 9th

  • F3 Youth Athletic Development Course – February 14th

  • Youth Hurling Coaching Workshop – February 15th

  • Award 1 Youth Dual (Cork, Mallow, Clonakilty) – February to April

  • ICGG Workshops – February to April (42 total across 14 regions)

March 2026

  • Speed Workshop for Youth Club Coaches – March 4th

  • Football Goalkeeping Workshop – March 7th

  • Medical: ACL Conference (Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention) – March 9th

  • Hurling Goalkeeping Workshop – March 14th

April 2026

  • GAA Introduction to Performance Analysis Course – April 12th

  • Award 1 Youth Dual – continues through April

  • ICGG Workshops – conclude in April

May 2026

  • Performance Psychology Workshop: “Performing Under Pressure” – May 13th

  • Performance Analysis Workshop for Practitioners – May 24th

October 2026 – January 2027

  • Award 2 Hurling – October 2026 to January 2027

Cork Referees in Action for Munster Club Championship Weekend

Cork Referees in Action for Munster Club Championship Weekend

Cork referees will once again be at the heart of the action in this weekend’s
2025 AIB Munster GAA Football Club Championships, taking charge of key fixtures across the province.

In the Senior Club Championship Q-Final, David Murnane Macroom will officiate the clash between Éire Óg, Inis (Clare) and Rathgormack (Waterford) at
Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg on Saturday, November 9th at 1:30pm.

Meanwhile, James Regan Lough Rovers has been appointed to the Intermediate Club Championship Quarter-Final between Corofin (Clare) and Stradbally (Waterford), which also throws in at 1:30pm on Saturday, November 9th in Corofin.

Rounding off the Cork representation, Brian Crowley from Castlehaven will take charge of the Junior Club Championship Quarter-Final as Killimer (Clare) meet Clonmel Óg (Tipperary) at Kilmihil on Friday, November 8th at 1:30pm.

Cork GAA extends its best wishes to all three officials as they represent the county on the provincial stage this weekend.

Divisional Drama Sets the Stage for Cork Junior A Football Championship Knockout Rounds

Cork Junior A Football Championship – Divisional Finals and next stages

The Divisional Finals of the Cork Junior A Football Championship have concluded, and the race for county honours now enters the knockout stages.

It was an exciting weekend of football across the county, with several tight finishes — and just one game requiring a replay to determine progression.

Divisional Final Results

Carbery:
Kilmacabea 0-15 – 0-10 St. Mary’s
(Sunday, October 26th @ Skibbereen)

Imokilly:
Carrig na bhFear 3-12 – 1-8 Erin’s Own
(Monday, October 27th @ Ballincurra)

Carrigdhoun:
Ballygarvan 1-14 – 0-16 Carrigaline (2)
(Saturday, October 25th @ Shanbally)

Avondhu:
Charleville 0-18 – 0-13 Liscarroll/Churchtown Gaels
(Saturday, October 25th @ Milford)

Seandún:
Nemo Rangers (3) 3-15 – 2-11 Mayfield
(Saturday, October 25th @ Ballinlough)

Duhallow:
Castlemagner 1-7 – 1-6 Kanturk
(Saturday, October 18th @ Cullen)

Muskerry:
Aghinagh 1-12 – 0-15 Donoughmore
(Saturday, October 25th @ Macroom)
Result: Draw – Replay required.
Replay scheduled for Saturday, November 1st @ 3:30 PM in Macroom.
Winners of this game will receive a bye to the County Semi-Final.

County Quarter-Finals

Fixture Venue Date Time
Kilmacabea vs Carrig na bhFear Newcestown Sat, Nov 1st 14:30
Ballygarvan vs Charleville Venue TBC Date/Time TBC
Nemo Rangers (3) vs Castlemagner Mourneabbey Sun, Nov 2nd 14:00
Muskerry Final Replay – Aghinagh vs Donoughmore Macroom Sat, Nov 1st 15:30

Path to the County Final

Semi-Final 1:
Winners of Kilmacabea / Carrig na bhFear
vs
Winners of Ballygarvan / Charleville

Semi-Final 2:
Winners of Nemo Rangers (3) / Castlemagner
vs
Winners of Aghinagh / Donoughmore (bye to Semi-Final)

County Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship – Latest Update

Cork County Junior A Hurling Championship – County Stage Update

The County Junior A Hurling Championship is entering the county stages, with several thrilling contests already played at divisional level. We are now down to seven clubs in contention for county honours.

In the divisional finals, there was no shortage of drama and quality across the county. In the Carrigdhoun Final, Belgooly edged past Kinsale on a scoreline of 1-24 to 1-17, while Ballinora overcame Grenagh 0-22 to 1-11 in the Muskerry Final. The Imokilly Final saw Cobh prove too strong for Bride Rovers, winning 3-19 to 3-11, while in the Seandún Final, Whitechurch emerged from a replay battle against Na Piarsaigh after a tightly contested series.

In Avondhu, Kilshannig came out on top against Dromina, winning 1-18 to 2-13. Out west, the Carbery Final saw Ballinascarthy defeat Kilbree 0-22 to 1-16, and finally, in Duhallow, Newmarket advanced impressively with a 3-28 to 1-23 win over Dromtariffe.

These results have set up an exciting set of quarter-final and semi-final fixtures:

🗓️ Quarter-Finals

  • Belgooly vs Ballinora

  • Cobh vs Whitechurch

  • Kilshannig vs Ballinascarthy

🔜 Semi-Finals

  • Winners of Belgooly vs Ballinora will meet the winners of Cobh vs Whitechurch

  • Kilshannig or Ballinascarthy will face Newmarket, who received a bye to the semi-finals

The road to the 2025 County Junior A Hurling Championship title is now clearly marked out, with several in-form sides eager to make their mark as the battle for county glory intensifies.

Championship Weekend Preview: Four Massive Finals at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh!


Pictured are Pat Horgan, Chairperson Cork Gaa and Brendan Harrington, McCarthy Insurance Group CEO with Steven Sherlock, St. Finbarrs and Alan O’Donovan, Nemo Rangers ahead of the McCarthy Insurance Group 2025 Senior Football (Premier SFC) Championship Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

The Cork Club Championship Final’s season continues this weekend with four finals scheduled for SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday, October 25th, and Sunday, October 26th.

 

📅 Saturday, October 25th: Double-Header Day

Premier Junior Football Final: Buttevant vs St Nicks

  • Time: 4:30 PM
  • Competition: McCarthy Insurance Group Premier JFC
  • The Story: The season-long journey for the Premier Junior title ends here. Buttevant and St Nicks face off for the Donal Hurley Cup and, crucially, a spot in the Intermediate grade next year, the winners will also represent Cork in the Munster Club Championship in 2025

Senior ‘A’ Hurling Final: Bride Rovers vs Castlelyons

  • Time: 6:30 PM
  • Competition: Co-Op Superstores Senior ‘A’ HC
  • The Story: The lights come on for a high-stakes East Cork derby! Bride Rovers play Castlelyons with the biggest reward in hurling on the line: promotion to the Premier Senior Hurling Championship for 2026.

📅 Sunday, October 26th: Football Finals Day

 

Senior ‘A’ Football Final: Cill na Martra vs Knocknagree

 

  • Time: 1:30 PM
  • Competition: McCarthy Insurance Group Senior ‘A’ FC
  • The Story: The opening act on Sunday sees two hugely popular clubs, Cill na Martra and Knocknagree, fighting for the final spot in the Premier Senior grade. This is a massive opportunity for both sides, and the winner will officially join Cork’s top-flight of football.

 

Premier Senior Football Final: Nemo Rangers vs St Finbarrs

  • Time: 3:30 PM
  • Competition: McCarthy Insurance Group Senior FC
  • The Story: The main event. The classic Cork city rivalry takes centre stage as Nemo Rangers meet St Finbarrs for the Premier Senior Football title. This fixture never fails to deliver drama, intensity, and star quality. Both teams are packed with inter-county talent, and the prize is the coveted Andy Scannell Cup. This is history in the making—a truly unmissable spectacle.

 

🎟️ Ticket and Venue Information

 

All four matches will take place at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Supporters are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance.

We look forward to a spectacular weekend of championship action!

 

Cork V UCC | Canon O’Brien Cup Final

Cork hurlers will meet UCC in our annual Canon O'Brien Cup final in Mardyke Arena on Sunday 28th December @12noon

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28 December 2025
Mardyke Arena, Cork T12 N1FK Ireland
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Fuelling Success: Performance Nutrition for Players & Clubs

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€15
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14 January 2026
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30 Ireland
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Youth Resistance Training Workshop for S&C and Club Coaches

Fuelling Success is a practical, evidence-based performance nutrition workshop for GAA players, coaches, and club leaders. Led by Cork Senior Hurling and Football performance nutritionists Paul O’Sullivan and Billy Murphy, the session provides clear, actionable guidance on fuelling, hydration, and recovery to support performance, recovery, and long-term player development.

€25
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21 January 2026
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30 Ireland
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Adult Coaching Conference

Cork GAA Cocahing and Games Adult Coaching Conference. A practical morning for adult GAA coaches focused on games-based, decision-led coaching, exploring how to develop intelligent, confident players who can think, decide and lead under pressure.

€20
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24 January 2026
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30 Ireland
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