What’s new – Page 25

Concussion Education Course specific to Gaelic Games.

The GAA, LGFA and Camogie Associations are pleased to make available to their membership a Concussion Education Course specific to Gaelic Games.

One course per province will run during the month of October, and these free events are available to any club member.

These interactive courses, following on from the updated Concussion Management Guidelines for Gaelic Games document published earlier this year, will help non-medically-trained volunteers to recognise the main signs and symptoms of concussion and will provide a clear understanding of the principles of concussion management, treatment and rehabilitation. We would encourage any member interested in improving their knowledge on this important player welfare subject to register for one of the four courses as listed below –

Munster GAA HQ, Limerick – 16/10/25 – 7.00pm
Connacht COE, Bekan, Mayo – 20/10/25 – 7.00pm
National Games Development Centre, Abbotstown, Dublin – 21/10/25 – 7.00pm
Tyrone GAA COE, Garvaghy – 29/10/25 – 7.00pm
Please use the below registration link to confirm your place. Please only confirm if you will be in a position to attend in person.

https://forms.office.com/e/4VELSfUv40

All GAA Concussion-related resources can be accessed here – https://learning.gaa.ie/concussion

Apply Now for Munster GAA Third Level Bursaries

Apply Now for Munster GAA Third Level Bursaries

Munster GAA is once again offering Third Level Bursaries for the 2025/26 academic year.

Students from Cork who are attending third level colleges outside of UCC are encouraged to apply for this valuable support scheme.

📌 Key Details:

The bursaries are open to students who are active members of their GAA club and are pursuing studies at third level.

The closing date for applications is Thursday, 10th October 2025 (close of business).

Late applications will not be accepted.

🔗 How to Apply:
Complete the official Munster Council Bursary Application Form 2025/26 and ensure it is submitted by the deadline. Contact local GAA development officer in your college.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students to receive recognition and support for their commitment to both their studies and the GAA.

Duhallow Clubs Information Briefing

Cork GAA GDC Pat Spratt has announced details of a short information meeting for all DuhallowGAA clubs will take place on:

📅 Date: Wednesday, 1st October
⏰ Time: 7.30pm
📍 Venue: KanturkGAA Meeting Room

We are asking that all Duhallow GAA clubs are represented on the evening.

The meeting will be no longer than 45 minutes and will serve as a quick information briefing for club delegates to bring back to their own club meetings.

Your attendance and representation will be greatly appreciated.

Quarter-Final Weekend in the McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championships

The McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championships enter the knockout phase this weekend, with Q-Finals across every grade set to light up pitches around the county. For clubs, the equation is simple: win and march on, lose and the dream ends here.

Saturday Showdowns

Saturday is packed from early afternoon, starting in Boherbue where Millstreet and Ballydesmond collide in the Premier Junior quarter-final. Later in the day, Cullen and Canovee battle in Donoughmore, while Inniscarra and Cobh meet in Grenagh — three ties that promise fierce competition and no shortage of drama.

The Intermediate ‘A’ Championship quarter-finals add further intrigue. At 4:00, Dromtarriffe meet St Vincents in Macroom, before Ilen Rovers face Mitchelstown in Newcestown at 4:30. The evening closes in Rossmore, where Gabriel Rangers take on Ballinora with a semi-final place at stake.

In the Premier Intermediate grade, Aghabullogue meet Kiskeam in Banteer at 4:15, followed by Glanmire against Aghada in Lisgoold at 5:00 — both ties with the potential for high scores and high drama.

The Senior ‘A’ Championship brings heavyweight clashes too, as Knocknagree face Kanturk in Kilbrin, while Fermoy lock horns with O’Donovan Rossa at a venue yet to be confirmed.

And all eyes will turn to Enniskeane at 5:00, where Carbery Rangers take on Valley Rovers in a Senior Football Championship quarter-final that could define the season for both sides.

Sunday Drama

The quarter-final action continues on Sunday, with a triple-header of Senior Championship ties. At Páirc Uí Rinn, Newcestown and Carrigaline get proceedings underway at 2:00, before Ballincollig face the might of Duhallow at 4:00. In between, neutrals will flock to Clonakilty for a titanic clash between St Finbarr’s and Castlehaven at 3:00 — a game steeped in rivalry and history.

Elsewhere, in the Senior ‘A’ Championship, Éire Óg meet Bishopstown in Ballyanley at 3:00, while in the Premier Intermediate Championship, Bandon and Macroom lock horns in Kilmurry at 2:00.