Munster Club Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Final – Sarsfields v Feakle (Clare)

Munster Club SHC Semi-Final

SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh // 17th November

Event Information

Tickets:

  • Purchase match tickets online at www.munster.gaa.ie/tickets.
  • U16s do not require a ticket.
  • No cash will be accepted at the gates.

 

Parking:
No parking is available at the stadium due to Winterlee events. Alternative parking options include locations in Mahon, near Páirc Uí Rinn, city center car parks, Kennedy Quay, and local rowing club car parks. Please park legally and respectfully.

Walking:
The stadium is a 25-minute walk from the City Centre. It is also accessible via the Mahon to Passage Greenway Walk.

Stadium Access:

  • Gates open at 1:45 PM.
  • Premium Level and South Level 1 are open.
  • Note: The North Stand is CLOSED due to Winterlee events.

Public Transport:
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh is accessible via bus routes 202 and 212, which stop near the stadium.

Facilities and Extras:

  • Food and Drink: Kiosks selling food, sweets, and drinks are located throughout the stadium.
  • Match Programmes: Available for purchase at various points.
  • Safety: Follow instructions from stewards and security at all times.

Tips for Visitors:

  • Dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Enjoy the games and thank you for your support!

For more details, visit GAA Cork’s official website.

 

Waterford v Cork Senior Hurling Challenge in aid of Brian Greene and Waterford Hospice

Waterford v Cork Senior Hurling Challenge in aid of Brian Greene and Waterford Hospice

Waterford and Cork will play a Senior Hurling Challenge at Fraher Field on Saturday, January 4 in aid of former Déise hurler Brian Greene and Waterford Hospice.

Brian was diagnosed with cancer in May, 2022 and is currently undergoing treatment. The match was launched at The Park Hotel in Dungarvan on Wednesday night. Tickets will be priced at €10. Throw in is at 5 o’clock.

Greene achieved Munster glory with both Waterford and Mount Sion in 2002. The number seven fell to his knees at the final whistle when the Déise won their first provincial title in 39 years against Tipperary at Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

Sonya Kelly set up the Friends of Brian Greene group along with Pat Ryan. “Myself and Pat got together one Sunday afternoon and we started a GoFundMe page. Then I contacted Seán Daly and John Mullane and we went from there. The two lads have been absolutely fantastic. It’s been amazing to hear the support. Brian is having his scans and having his treatment. He’s coming along and doing well. This is just to help Brian and Debbie with the daily running of life and the various bills that everyone has to deal with. I’d like to thank everyone involved.”

Former Déise and Lismore forward Seán Daly has been one of the driving forces behind this event. “The GAA is a family organisation. When your family are in trouble, people rally around. For me, it’s supporting a friend. Plain and simple. No more than anybody else in the room here, we’re supporting somebody that wants our help right now. Let’s drive it on and make it a good night.”

Chairperson of Waterford Hospice Barbara Murphy is delighted to be associated with this game. “We provide a journey when people are in the palliative care unit for them and their family; to create memories for people at their end of their life. That is very important. If somebody wants a pizza party with all their friends, that’s what they get. We pay for that.”

Déise chairman Sean Michael O’Regan recalled Greene’s part in the 2002 Munster breakthrough. “The picture of Brian at the end of the game, that’s the way everybody was in the stands. The raw emotion that day after so many defeats, after so many years. To win a Munster final was huge and to have the Greene name associated with that was only fitting and proper.”

Current Waterford coach Dan Shanahan often marked the Mount Sion man in training. “If you got the better of Brian Greene, you were having a good night! I’m honoured to be here for such a good cause.” Players Austin Gleeson, PJ Fanning and Kieran Bennett as well as team secretary Ger Harris were also in attendance.

Cork coach and Cappoquin native Donal O’Rourke said that the Rebel players and management are happy to lend their support. “Whatever has to be done, we’ll do it. What Brian has, unfortunately has been under every roof in Ireland and has touched every family in Ireland.” Brendan Coleman, Ciarán Joyce, Niall O Leary and Ger Mellerick also represented Cork on the night.

The Athletic Development Pathway: Building the High-Performance Athlete from Youth to Intercounty Level

The Athletic Development Pathway: Building the High-Performance Athlete from Youth to Intercounty Level

Date: 30th November
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Join us for an insightful morning exploring the athletic development pathway from youth to intercounty level, focusing on strength and conditioning (S&C) strategies tailored to club, school, and intercounty players. This event will delve into the essential components of building high-performance athletes through each stage of their development.

Event Title:
The Athletic Development Pathway: Building the High-Performance Athlete from Youth to Intercounty Level

Focus Topic:
S&C Strategies for Club, School, and Intercounty Players

Theme:
Player profiling and training requirements to optimize performance at each developmental level.

Event Running Order

Introduction
Speaker: Aidan O’Connell, High Performance Manager Cork GAA
An opening overview of the day’s theme, setting the stage for our exploration of the pathway to high performance.

Ian Jones – Senior Hurling Perspective
Exploring the requirements and best practices for S&C in senior hurling, addressing the unique demands of the sport.

Claudia Kearney – Academy Perspective
An in-depth look at athletic development from an academy level, focusing on nurturing young talent and establishing a strong foundation.

Dylan Byrne – Senior Club Camogie Perspective
Insights on training practices, physical preparation, and performance strategies specific to senior club camogie players.

Eoghan Dorgan – Launching the GAA Youth Athletic Development Course
An introduction to the new GAA Youth Athletic Development Course, designed to empower young athletes with the skills needed to excel at every level of play.

James McGlade – Schools Perspective
A focus on the role of schools in athletic development, discussing how early S&C practices in schools can influence player performance.

Aidan O’Connell,  – Senior Football Perspective
Aidan will cover S&C strategies for senior football players, including how to integrate recent rule changes into training plans effectively.

Libby Coppinger- the Dual Player

All-Ireland medal winner Libby Coppinger will join us to share her perspective as a dual player at the inter-county level.

Panel Discussion
An engaging panel discussion featuring our speakers, where they will address audience questions and share further insights on optimizing performance through structured athletic development pathways.

South Stand Seat Sale at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh!

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Careers Fair to showcase Cork as a region full of employment potential Student event to take part in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this November

Careers Fair to showcase Cork as a region full of employment potential
Student event to take part in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this November
The Cork Careers Fair, in partnership with Cork GAA and Cork Chamber, is set to take place on November 14th at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
The event, targeted at students in second and third level, will bring together representatives from top Cork-based companies, offering attendees the chance to explore exciting job opportunities and network with industry professionals.
Speaking at the launch of the careers fair, Annie Fitzgibbon, Director of Member Services, Cork Chamber, said: From cutting-edge renewable energy projects, to innovative tech startups and established pharmaceutical and FMCG giants, Cork’s local economy is thriving. There is no longer a need to move to bigger cities to get access to a wide and diverse range of job opportunities – we have them here in Cork. The region is a vibrant, globally recognised, place for business, innovation and quality of life.”

Sinéad O’Keeffe, Commercial Director with Cork GAA, added, “Cork GAA are delighted to be part of this event, in collaboration with our partners in Boston Scientific, McCarthy Insurance, PepsiCo and Statkraft. Cork has great potential and has everything from renowned companies to great sporting teams. This careers fair is perfect for anyone considering their next steps, whether choosing a college or training course, entering a graduate programme, or simply exploring the options available in the Cork region.”
The Cork Careers Fair is open to attendees from all second and third level institutions in Cork and the wider surrounding areas. Any companies with a local base, and who wish to have a presence at the event, can also register their interest.
To register attendance, or to book a stand, please visit www.gaacork.ie/cork-careers-fair
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For further information please contact:
Sinéad O’Keeffe
Commercial Director, Cork GAA & SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Jenn Foley
Communications Advisor, Statkraft Ireland
087 782 9872 / jennifer.foley@statkraft.com