Cork GAA Coaching and Games Conference| A Day of Sporting Brilliance

Over a hundred delegates gathered for the Cork GAA Coaching and Games Annual Conference this past Saturday.

Our opening keynote speaker, Fiona Hayes, a former Irish rugby player and pivotal figure in Ireland’s Six Nations victories, currently coaches for Munster Women’s Rugby and UL Bohs Women’s Rugby. Fiona shared profound insights from her journey, emphasizing strategies for success both on and off the pitch. Notably, she highlighted the importance of a player-centered approach within coaching.

Next on the stage was Noel Furlong, the County Winning Manager of Castlelyons Hurling Team. Noel guided the delegates through his thoughts on maximizing players and exploring tactics within the game of hurling, sharing valuable insights from his coaching experience.

Our final keynote speaker was Steven Poacher, Head of PE at St Joseph’s Newry and a Gaelic Life Columnist. Steven provided a captivating glimpse into his coaching career, drawing from extensive experience in Carlow and Roscommon. In his role as a Leading Coach Educator, he offered invaluable perspectives for elevating coaching prowess in Gaelic Games.

The conference was expertly organized by Niall Twomny, Conor Couihan, Aidan O’Connell, and Cian O’Brien.

Opening league game defeat for footballers

 

Donegal 1-20 Cork 2-6

Cork faced a tough start in the Allianz Football League Division 2, losing to Donegal at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey. Despite challenging conditions with rain and a strong wind, Donegal dominated the first half, leading 0-12 to 1-3 at halftime.

 

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Cork struggled to capitalize on opportunities against the wind, and Donegal’s efficient scoring set the tone for their victory. The match featured notable moments, including Eoghan McSweeney’s goal leveling the score for Cork, but Donegal’s response with three quick points reaffirmed their control.

In the second half, Cork, now aided by the wind, faced an uphill battle. Donegal continued their steady scoring, maintaining an eight-point lead. Cork managed a goal through Chris Óg Jones after a defensive mistake, narrowing the gap. However, Donegal sealed the game with Patrick McBrearty’s goal, securing a 1-18 to 2-5 victory in typical Donegal fashion.

Cork’s regrets lingered on missed opportunities in the challenging first half, while Donegal’s strategic play and McBrearty’s contributions ultimately decided the outcome. The match showcased Donegal’s proficiency in adverse conditions and their ability to capitalize on key moments.

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Cork have another away encounter in the next league game, a trip to Ardee next Sunday to face Louth with throw-in at 1pm.

Scorers for Donegal: P McBrearty 1-6 (0-6 f), O Doherty 0-3, D Ó Baoill 0-2, P Morgan, G Mulreany (f), B McCole, R McHugh, C McGonagle, C Thompson, S O’Donnell, J Brennan, D MacGiolla Bhride 0-1 each.

Cork: C Óg Jones 1-2, E McSweeney 1-0, B O’Driscoll 0-2, S Sherlock (f), M Cronin 0-1 each.

DONEGAL: G Mulreany; M Curran, B McCole, K McGettigan; R McHugh, C McGonagle, C Moore; C Thompson, D MacGiolla Bhride; P Morgan, O Doherty, S O’Donnell; P McBrearty, D Ó Baoill, J Brennan.

Subs: E Bán Gallagher for K McGettigan (23), O Caulfield for S O’Donnell, J MacCeallabhuí for O Doherty (both 54), L McGlynn for J Brennan (62), A Doherty for D Ó Baoill (66).

CORK: P Doyle (Knocknagree); M Shanley (Clonakilty), S Meehan (Kiskeam), T Walsh (Kanturk); L Fahy (Ballincollig), R Maguire (Castlehaven), M Taylor (Mallow); I Maguire (St Finbarr’s), C O’Callaghan (Éire Óg); E McSweeney (Knocknagree), D Buckley (Newcestown), B O’Driscoll (Tadhg MacCarthaigh); R Deane (Bantry Blues), B Hurley (Castlehaven), C Óg Jones (Iveleary).

Subs: D Cashman (Millstreet) for M Shanley (45), M Cronin (Nemo Rangers) for D Buckley (46), S Sherlock (St Finbarr’s) for B Hurley (50), F Herlihy (Dohenys) for R Deane (55), D O’Mahony (Knocknagree) for E McSweeney (63).

Referee: Noel Mooney (Cavan).

The Cork Senior Football Team to play Donegal has been announced;

(1) Patrick Doyle (Knocknagree)
(2) Maurice Shanley (Clonakilty)
(3) Tommy Walsh (Kanturk)
(4) Sean Meehan (Kiskeam)
(5) Luke Fahy (Ballincollig)
(6) Rory Maguire (Castlehaven)
(7) Matty Taylor (Mallow)
(8) Ian Maguire (St Finbarrs)
(9) Colm O’Callaghan (Eire Og)
(10) Eoghan Mc Sweeney (Knocknagree)
(11) David Buckley (Newcestown)
(12) Brian O’Driscoll (Tadhg MacCarthaigh)
(13) Ruairi Deane (Bantry Blues)
(14) Conor Corbett (Clyda Rovers)
(15) Chris Og Jones (Iveleary)
(16) Christopher Kelly (Eire Og)
(17) Daniel O’Mahony (Knocknagree)
(18) Darragh Cashman (Millstreet)
(19) Kevin Flahive (Douglas)
(20) John O’Rourke (Carbery Rangers)
(21) Fionn Herlihy (Dohenys)
(22) Mark Cronin (Nemo Rangers)
(23) Cathal Maguire (Castlehaven)
(24) Blake Murphy (St Vincents)
(25) Steven Sherlock (St Finbarrs)                                                                                            (26) Brian Hurley (Castlehaven)

 

 

The Cork Senior Football Panel for the National League has been announced;

Cork Senior football manager John Cleary has this evening announced details of his Football squad ahead of Allianz League which begins on Sunday.
Brian Hurley will once again captain the team with Sean Meehan as vice-captain.
Captain – Brian Hurley
Vice – Captain – Sean Meehan
  1. David Buckley – Newcestown
  2. Jack Cahalane – Castlehaven
  3. Darragh Cashman – Millstreet
  4. Thomas Clancy – Clonakilty
  5. Conor Corbett – Clyda Rovers
  6. Mark Cronin – Nemo Rangers
  7. Ruairi Deane – Bantry Blues
  8. Patrick Doyle – Knocknagree
  9. Luke Fahy – Ballincollig
  10. Kevin Flahive – Douglas
  11. Damien Gore – Kilmacabea
  12. Fionn Herlihy – Dohenys
  13. Brian Hurley – Castlehaven
  14. Chris Óg Jones – Uibh Laoire
  15. Christopher Kelly – Éire Óg
  16. Niel Lordan – Ballinora
  17. Ian Maguire – St Finbarr’s
  18. Rory Maguire – Castlehaven
  19. Cathal Magure – Castlehaven
  20. Micheál Aodh Martin – Nemo Rangers
  21. Sean Meehan – Kiskeam
  22. Blake Murphy – St Vincent’s
  23. Eoghan McSweeney – Knocknagree
  24. Colm O’ Callaghan – Éire Óg
  25. Kevin O’ Donovan – Nempo Rangers
  26. Brian O’ Driscoll – Tadhg MacCarthaigh
  27. Jacob O’ Driscoll – Valley Rovers
  28. Killian O’ Hanlon – Kilshannig
  29. Daniel O’ Mahony – Knocknagree
  30. John O’ Rourke – Carbery Rangers
  31. Sean Powter – Douglas
  32. Maurice Shanley – Clonakilty
  33. Steven Sherlock – St Finbarr’s
  34. Matty Taylor – Mallow
  35. Paul Walsh – Kanturk
  36. Tommy Walsh – Kanturk

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