Dermot Earley Family Award: Cahalanes’ of Cork, Castlehaven, Éire Óg & St. Finbarrs

The Cahalanes of Castlehaven, St. Finbarrs, and Éire Óg in Cork, are an exceptional GAA family, steeped in Cork GAA history.



Parents Niall and Ailish, both from Castlehaven in West Cork, come from families that have been involved with the Castlehaven club all their lives. In 1989, Castlehaven won their first ever Cork Senior Football Championship and then again in 1993, with Niall being one of five brothers on the team, while Ailish had three brothers on the team. To go along with club honours, Niall managed to win All-Ireland medals at Minor, U21, and Senior, in the rebel red of Cork.

Niall and Ailish have seven children, who all play, across three clubs: Castlehaven, St. Finbarrs, and Éire Óg.

Damien, Conor, and Jack all play hurling with St Finbarrs in Togher on the Southside of Cork city, and football with Castlehaven in West Cork. All three brothers were crucial players on the Finbarrs Senior Hurling team, as they won the club’s first Premier Senior County title in 22 years in 2022. In addition, they all played a vital role as Castlehaven became Cork and Munster Senior Club Football champions in 2023. Following in the footsteps of their father, all three brothers have pulled on the iconic Cork jersey countless times, with numerous Munster and All-Ireland medals between them. Damien and Conor are currently members of the Cork Senior Hurling Panel, with Damien being nominated for an All-Star in 2023, off the back of some fine displays in last year’s championship. Jack is a member of the Cork Senior Football Panel and has the unique achievement of having All-Ireland hurling and football medals at both minor and U20 grades.

Their sisters Maebh, Gráinne, Orlaith, and Kate, all play camogie for St. Finbarrs GAA, with Kate currently playing for Finbarrs underage teams. In Ladies football, Gráinne plays with Finbarrs, while Maebh, Orlaith, and Kate all represent the Éire Óg club in Ovens. Maebh, Gráinne, and Orlaith are current members of the Cork Senior Camogie Panel, having played both codes for the Rebels growing up. When it comes to the coveted All-Ireland Senior Camogie medals with Cork, Maebh and Orla have the bragging rights to date, having both tasted success on the biggest day of all.

Allianz Hurling League | Round 1 | Cork v Clare

Cork will travel to Clare for their opening game in Allianz Hurling League on Sunday.

Find out all you need to know about the game below.

Where?
Cusack Park, Ennis

When?
Sunday 4th February 2024 @1:45pm

Match Referee
Michael Kennedy

Team News

Cork Team :
will be posted later this week

Clare Team:
will be posted later this week

Ticket information
This is a ticket game. Tickets can be purchased below

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Competition so far
The opening game in Allianz Hurling League. In the pre-season Co-Op Superstores Hurling League. The sides gave the fans an exhibition of Hurling with Cork coming out on top by a goal, winning 1-24 to 0-24

 

Allianz Football League| Round 2 | Cork v Louth

Cork will travel to Louth on Sunday for Round 2 of the Allianz Football League.

Find out all you need to know about the game below.

Where?
DEFY Pairc Mhuire, Ardee

When?
Sunday 4th February 2024 @1pm

Match Referee
Martin McNally

Team News

Cork Team
will be posted later this week

Louth Team:
will be posted later this week

Ticket information
This is a ticket game, tickets can be purchased below

 

Competition so far

Both Cork and Louth experienced a challenging start in their respective Round 1 game. Cork lost against Donegal in their opening game, while Louth also suffered a loss to Armagh in their initial match.

48 Premium Level seats remain

We are delighted to announce that just 48 seats remain for our Premium Level

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Game Time | Munster v Crusaders | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

We look forward to welcoming supporters to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday, February 3 for Munster v Crusaders, in association with Pinergy, at 5pm.

There will be live coverage on TG4 and live commentary on Access Munster. Sign up to Access Munster for just €4 here.

In planning your trip to the stadium please take note of the below key information.

Turnstiles open at 3pm.

Tickets

Please note this game is a 40,885 sell-out and tickets will not be available to purchase at the grounds.

Please download your ticket before you arrive at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh to avoid any technical issues or delays.

Screenshots of mobile tickets are no longer valid and cannot be accepted for entry to the stadium. See full information on SafeTix here.

Fan Zone

The Marina Market (Eircode: T12 YX76) is a 20-minute walk from SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh and will be hosting a free Family Fan Zone from 2pm with lots of activities for supporters of all ages pre-game.

There will be a Q&A with two players and the Munster March departs at 3.45pm, arriving at the ground at approx 4.05pm.

Munster mascot Oscar will also be there to meet and greet supporters.

Oscar will be meeting supporters at the Fan Zone in Marina Market ahead of the game.

Travel

Please note, matchday parking is not available on site.

We advise all supporters, where possible, to walk to the grounds as approach routes will be busy with regular commuting traffic, and routes closer to the stadium will be closed.

The area surrounding the access and egress points to the venue will be adequately lit with tower lighting.

Gardaí recommend that people walk to the ground from the City Centre where possible but there will also be a free shuttle bus service which will go from Victoria Road up to the old marquee site next to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

The closer you park to the grounds the longer you will be held back afterwards by the Gardaí and Stewards to ensure safe traffic management flow and to prioritise the safe passage of pedestrians and cyclists.

There will be limited vehicular access to Centre Park Road, The Marina, Maryville and Monahan Road on matchday. There will be a one-way system maintained down Monahan Road across the Link Road and Centre Park Road to facilitate residents, local businesses, sporting groups, and shuttle buses.

Shuttle Bus Times

  • Pre-game: 1.30pm – 5.10pm
  • Post-game: 6.45pm – 8.30pm

Shuttle Bus Route

Pre Match – Departing Victoria Road, down Monahan Road and drop at former Marquee site.

Post Match – Departing former Marquee site, down Centre Park Road and drop at Victoria Road.

Park and Ride

We would encourage supporters to use the Black Ash Park and Ride which will be in operation until 9.30pm. By parking in Black Ash, supporters will be able to avail of the normal bus into the city and can then get the shuttlebus from Victoria Road out to the stadium.

Cork City Parking

Gardaí will operate a cordon near the stadium and local estates will be barriered to stop patrons from parking in front of residents’ houses.

Parking is available at:

Cork City Car Parks (Paul Street, North Main Street) – Paul Street is open until midnight & North Main Street until 9.30pm

Cork City Q Park Grand Parade – Click here to book.

Cork City Q Park City Hall – Click here to book.

Cork City Q Park Carroll’s Quay – Click here to book.

Cork City Q Park St. Finbarr’s – Click here to book.

Irish Rail

Irish Rail customers are advised that planned engineering works will take place from Saturday 3rd February to Monday 5th February on some services to Cork. Alterations and amendments will be in place including bus transfers. See more information on the Irish Rail website here.

Taxi Drop-Off

Taxis are to drop off at a designated area on the Victoria Road just before Marina Walk unless they are wheelchair taxis. Monahan Road is to be used where wheelchair taxis require access to the stadium environs.

Please follow the directions of Gardaí & Stewards when dropping off a person with accessibility needs.

Public Buses

Route 202 operates from Merchant’s Quay to Mahon Point and customers can board at Merchant’s Quay in the City Centre or at Mahon Point, to be dropped off at Ballintemple, adjacent to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. The stadium is a 5-minute walk from this stop. Route 202 will also be available from Ballintemple, Blackrock Road after the match to City Centre and Mahon Point.

Route 215 or 219 stops at the Churchyard Lane stop which is 10 minutes to the stadium.

The area surrounding the access and egress points to the venue will be adequately lit with tower lighting.

Munster March

Munster Rugby and adidas are inviting supporters to participate in the Munster March at 3.45pm ahead of the game.

The March will begin from our fanzone in the Marina Market.

We want Munster supporters of all ages to walk to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh to help raise awareness of the club’s commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action.

A key focus of our strategy is to encourage supporters, where possible, to use more sustainable forms of transport – such as walking, cycling, carpooling and public transport, when travelling to our matches.

Using the Ciclogreen App (iOS or Android), supporters can track their participation in the Munster March, collect points, and be entered into a raffle to win Munster Rugby prizes for participation.

Follow the below steps to track your journey to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

  1. Download the Ciclogreen app on your phone (iOS or Android).
  2. To register, select Munster Rugby as your organisation, enter your details to set up your account, and add the code: adidasMunsterMarch
  3. Join one of the challenges and register your journey to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on matchday to win fantastic prizes.

Cycling

Cork City Council have a number of bicycle parking amenities in the surrounding area with a map including all surrounding bicycle parking amenities here.

Accessible/Wheelchair Parking

Ticket holders with accessibility parking reserved already will be issued with details for the allocated parking access.

Road Closures

From 7am until 8pm on Saturday.

  • Ardfoyle / Park Avenue
  • Blackrock Road / Maryville
  • Monahan’s Road / Link Road
  • Centre Park Road Link Road

From 2pm until 8.30pm on Saturday.

  • Centre Park Road/Victoria Road
  • Monaghan Road/Victoria Road
  • Churchyard Lane either end/access for residents only
  • Crab Lane either end/access for residents only