Support for Suicide Loss at the Lough

Cork GAA are delighted to share details of a powerful community event organised by Musgrave — the Circle of Support for Suicide Loss — taking place at The Lough, Cork on Thursday, 14th August 2025.

The aim is to gather 1,000 people to form a circle around the Lough in memory of those lost to suicide, and in solidarity with all those bereaved by suicide.

📅 Date: Thursday, 14th August 2025
⏰ Time: Event starts at 12:30pm | Circle formed at 1:00pm
📍 Location: The Lough, Cork

This family-friendly event will include activities for all ages and appearances from famous sports stars.

The Circle of Support is in aid of Musgrave Charity Partners and proudly supported by the Liam Ryan SuperValu Group. Funds raised will go towards HUGG (Healing Untold Grief Groups), a vital lifeline for people bereaved by suicide.

Founded in 2017 by Fiona Tuomey after the loss of her 11-year-old daughter Milly, HUGG offers:

Suicide bereavement support groups led by trained volunteers with lived experience

Resources and guidance on grief after suicide

Public events and webinars

Advocacy and research


💛 Join this incredible act of remembrance and solidarity.

👉 More details & donations: https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/CO68292924

Hurling for Cancer Research

 

On Monday, 18th August in Netwatch Cullen Park, Jim Bolger’s Stars take on Davy Russell’s Best – with hurling heroes Patrick Horgan, Brian Hayes, TJ Reid, Andrew Ormond, Ashling Thompson, football greats Paudie Clifford and Con O’Callaghan, and many more lining out to support The Irish Cancer Society.



Keeping order on the sidelines will be legends Jimmy Barry Murphy, Niall Quinn, Paul Townend and Bernard Dunne.



Let’s make sure the Rebel Roar is heard loud and clear in Carlow!





🕠 Gates open 5.30pm – meet the stars before the action begins.
🏑 Mini Games 6.30pm – future hurling heroes take the field.

⏱ Main Event 7.30pm – Jim Bolger’s Stars vs Davy Russell’s Best.



🎟 Tickets: €10 for adults / €5 for kids – a great night out for the whole family!


Tickets are available via HurlingforCancer.ie and in selected Centra and SuperValu stores.





Let’s fill the stands, fly the red and white with pride – and show what Cork support really means!



💛 All funds raised will go to the Irish Cancer Society – support a brilliant cause while enjoying an unforgettable night of hurling

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CUBS x GPA Masters Scholarship Opportunity

CUBS Gaelic Players Association Scholarships – Now Open for Applications!

Are you a GPA member looking to take the next step in your academic and professional journey? Cork University Business School (CUBS), in partnership with the Gaelic Players Association (GPA), is now offering partially funded scholarships for taught postgraduate programmes in 2025.

Scholarship Breakdown:

🎓 CUBS covers 50%

🏐 GPA covers 30%

💼 The applicant contributes 20%


Entry Criteria:

Must be a member of the Gaelic Players Association

Must have received and accepted an offer for a taught Masters programme in CUBS

Must be an EU applicant

Must submit a personal statement (max 500 words) answering:

> “What inspired you to pursue a master’s degree at this stage in your career, and how do you envision it helping you achieve your personal or professional goals?”




📅 Closing Date: Monday, 11th August 2025

📥 Apply by sending your completed application to:
📧 Katherine Eaton – katherine.eaton@ucc.ie

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future and enhance your professional skillset.

More information

John Cleary appointed Cork Football Manager

Cork GAA is pleased to confirm that John Cleary has been ratified at tonight’s County Committee meeting for a two year term as manager of the Cork senior football team.

 

Details of selectors and backroom team will be announced at the September meeting of Cork county Committee.

Co-Op Superstores Hurling Championship Results

A thrilling few days of hurling action saw top-class performances across all levels of the Co-Op Superstores Championships. Here’s a full round-up of the latest results:

Premier Senior Hurling Championship (PSHC)

  • Fr. O’Neills 1-14 – Sarsfields 1-28

  • Douglas 0-19 – St Finbarr’s 1-25

  • Erin’s Own 1-15 – Glen Rovers 1-22

  • Midleton 0-24 – Newtownshandrum 0-19

  • Blackrock 1-20 – Kanturk 0-18

  • Charleville 2-23 – Newcestown 0-18

Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship (SAHC)

  • Ballyhea 1-19 – Inniscarra 2-23

  • Carrigtwohill 4-14 – Fermoy 0-17

  • Bishopstown 0-17 – Castlelyons 0-24

  • Courcey Rovers 1-22 – Watergrasshill 3-18

  • Blarney 1-15 – Bride Rovers 1-22

  • Killeagh 2-26 – Na Piarsaigh 2-24

Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship (PIHC)

  • Castlemartyr 1-15 – Kilworth 1-18

  • Ballincollig 0-19 – Ballinhassig 4-13

  • Ballymartle 1-17 – Éire Óg 2-12

  • Lisgoold 1-18 – Valley Rovers 2-18

  • Carrigaline 1-19 – Cloyne 3-16

  • Dungourney 3-21 – Mallow 1-19

Intermediate ‘A’ Hurling Championship (IAHC)

  • Sarsfields 3-22 – Youghal 0-15

  • Mayfield 0-16 – Midleton 0-22

  • Aghabullogue 2-21 – Blackrock 1-13

  • Aghada 1-22 – Kildorrery 2-19

  • Bandon 3-18 – Russell Rovers 0-19

Premier Junior Hurling Championship (PJHC)

  • Barryroe 1-15 – Kilbrittain 0-22

  • Ballygarvan 1-23 – Milford 0-20

  • Argideen Rangers 0-18 – Tracton 1-13

  • Glen Rovers 1-14 – St Catherine’s 0-15

  • Meelin 3-12 – St Finbarr’s 1-32

  • Cloughduv 3-20 – Nemo Rangers 0-17