Cork u20 hurling team to play Clare has been announced
Cork’s U20 hurlers return to action this Wednesday night, April 29th, as they take on Clare at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
The team to play has been announced as follows
Success in All-Ireland Scór Sinsear Finals
Last Saturday, April 25th, saw a strong Cork contingent head to Castlebar for the All-Ireland Scór Sinsear Finals.
It was a fantastic occasion for Sibéal Ní Mhordha who brought the Amhránaíocht Aonair cup back to the Rebel county. Isabelle from Raonaithe Cairbre captivated the audience with her performance of ‘Ned of the Hill’ and captured only Cork’s second Amhránaíocht Aonair title following Elle-Marie O’Dwyer’s (Freemount) victory in 2009. This is Carbery Ranger’s second All-Ireland Scór Sinsear title following their Bailéad Ghrúpa win in 2018. The large Cork crowd in contingent made it a celebration Isbelle would never forget as incidentally, this was Isabelle’s 20th birthday, with ‘Happy Birthday‘ ringing out as Isabelle made her way to the stage to collect the silverware, having etched herself into the history books and her place in the ‘Roll of Honour’ is permanent. Isabelle received her prizes from Uachtarán CLG, Iarlaith Ó Broin and Cathaoirleach Coiste Náisiúnta Scór, Póilín Mhig Aoidh. Rúnaí Scór Chorcaí, Máiréad Uí Fhaoláin also in attendance to congratulate Isabelle on her victory.
Well done to all our representatives who just came up short for National honours; Raonaithe Cairbre (Bailéad Ghrúpa), Naomh Séamus (Nuachleas) & Sráid a Mhuilinn (Tráth na gCeist).
It was a fantastic day for everyone involved with superb talent on display from all over the country.
Ba iad na Buaiteoirí
Rince Foirne: Craobh Chumhra Mainistir, Luimneach
Amhránaíocht Aonair: Sibéal Ní Mhordha, Raonaithe Cairbre, Corcaigh
Aithriseoireacht / Scéalaíocht: Seosamh Mac Maghnuis, Droim Leathan, An Cabhán
Bailéad Ghrúpa: Naomh Pádraigh Carraig an Chropáin, Ard Mhaca
Nuachleas: Eiméid Charn an Bhua, Cill Mhantáin
Ceol Uirlise: S.C. Ó Breacháin, Tiobraid Árann
Rince Seit: Cora Finne, Gaillimh
Tráth na gCeist: Barr na Cúile, Liatroim
Cork Minors win in Clarecastle in opening Championship Game
Cork’s Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Championship campaign got off to a flying start on Monday evening, with a comprehensive 4-25 to 0-12 victory over Clare in Clarecastle.
Facing a Clare side that had already come through Phase 1, Keith Ricken’s charges showed no signs of rust in their first outing, settling quickly and taking control after an even opening. Ben Hegarty (0-4, 0-2f) led the early scoring, and once Cork found their rhythm, they never looked back.
The breakthrough moment arrived midway through the first half when Jacob Barry (1-0) finished a slick team move to the net. That score sparked a dominant spell, with Dónal Herlihy (1-2) and Tom Whooley (1-5) both raising green flags, while Conrad Murphy (0-3, incl. one two-pointer) added to the surge. Cork closed the half with a commanding 3-13 to 0-5 lead.
Cork maintained that intensity after the restart. Captain Joe Miskella (1-2) added a fourth goal following excellent approach play, as the Rebels continued to stretch their advantage. Eoghan Ahern (0-3) was lively throughout, while substitute Alex O’Herlihy (0-3) made a strong impact off the bench. Further contributions came from Ciarán Garvey (0-1), Conor Downing (0-1), and Riain Coakley (0-1) in a polished team performance that yielded 4-23 from play.
Defensively, Cork were equally impressive, with Conor Downing (0-1) anchoring the backline and limiting Clare’s scoring chances throughout.
Clare battled to the end, with Liam Keane (0-5, 0-4f) and Seán O’Callaghan (0-2, incl. one two-pointer) leading their scoring, while contributions also came from Cillian Killeen (0-1), Ronan Cotter (0-1), Tadhg Dillon (0-1), Ronan Kelly (0-1), and Ronan Brady (0-1).
The result leaves Cork in a strong position ahead of their next Phase 2 fixture away to Kerry in Tralee.
CORK:
R Twohig (Kilmeen); C O’Riordan (Blarney), G Oronsaye (Liscarroll/Churchtown Gaels), C Garvey (St Finbarr’s, 0-1); D O’Sullivan (Erin’s Own), C Downing (Adrigole, 0-1), E Lynch (Ballincollig); K O’Shea (Urhan), C Murphy (Ibane Gaels, 0-3, 1 two-pointer); E Ahern (Carrigaline, 0-3), B Hegarty (Ballinora, 0-4, 0-2f), J Miskella (Ballincollig, capt, 1-2); T Whooley (Clonakilty, 1-5), J Barry (Aghinagh, 1-0), D Herlihy (Shamrocks, 1-2).
Subs: D O’Mahony (Newcestown) for B Hegarty (h-t); A O’Herlihy (St Finbarr’s, 0-3) for J Barry (42); R Coakley (Éire Óg, 0-1) for D Herlihy (46); P Kelly (Naomh Abán) for C Murphy (46); M Corkery (Nemo Rangers) for T Whooley (50).
CLARE:
C Griffin; G Browne, S Neenan, T O’Loughlin; E Soffe, C Killeen (0-1), S O’Neill; S Cahill, J Lavin; R Cotter (0-1), Z O’Shea, T Dillon (0-1); R Kelly (0-1), L Keane (0-5, 0-4f), S O’Callaghan (0-2, 1 two-pointer).
Subs: P Neylon for E Cahill (10–12, blood); P Neylon for C Killeen (28); J Greene for J Lavin (h-t); T Bane for Z O’Shea (h-t); D Healy for E Soffe (42); R Brady (0-1) for T Dillon (49).
Match Gallery: Munster Senior Football Cork vs Tipperary
Cork footballers travelled to Tipperary on Saturday for the Semi-Final, with both sides locked in a tight battle throughout the first half. The Rebels raised their performance after the break, pulling away in the second half to run out convincing winners.
Below are photos from the game
Highlights from Munster SHC | Cork v Limerick
Cork and Limerick served up a superb, high-intensity contest on Sunday afternoon in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, delivering everything you could want from a top-class hurling encounter. From the first whistle to the final moments, both sides showcased incredible skill, physicality, and determination, with momentum swinging throughout and the crowd fully engaged in every passage of play.
It was an afternoon that highlighted the very best of inter-county hurling and left supporters talking long after the final whistle.
Relive all the key moments, scores, and standout performances by checking out the video below, and take another look at what was a fantastic occasion in the Páirc.
