Cork GAA Coach Education Calendar 2026–2027 Is Here

Cork GAA Coaching & Games Development has released its Coach Education Calendar for 2026–2027. It’s a season of courses, workshops and conferences for coaches, managers, players and parents. Most events are at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, and the awards and nursery courses run at venues around the county.

Coach Education Awards

  • Award 2 Hurling: November 2026 – February 2027
  • Award 2 Football: November 2027 – February 2028
  • Award 1 Youth Dual: February – April 2027 (Cork, Mallow and Clonakilty)
  • ICCG, Introduction to Gaelic Games: February – April 2027 (28 venues countywide)
  • Nursery Courses: January – February 2027 (40 venues countywide)

Coaching events
The Adult Coaching Conference is on 23 January. Goalkeeping workshops follow on 25 January (football) and 1 February (hurling). Youth workshops are on 13 February (football) and 20 February (hurling).

Athletic development
The Athletic Development Conference is on 28 November. F3 Youth Athletic Development Courses run on 7 November and 30 January. There’s also a Youth Resistance Training Workshop on 20 January and a Speed Workshop for Youth Club Coaches on 3 March.

Leadership, analysis and nutrition

  • Creating High-Performing Management Teams: online webinar on 14 November, and a two-day course on 6 and 13 February.
  • Performance Psychology Workshop (Psychology of Pressure): 1 March.
  • GPS and Performance Analysis Workshop: 8 February. GAA Introduction to Performance Analysis Course: 13 March.
  • Performance Nutrition Workshops: 11 January, 22 February (online) and 22 March.
  • Hamstring Health “Return to Perform”: 8 March.

 

First-half goal rush sends Aghada into Co-Op Superstores IHC final

Aghada 3-18 Sarsfields 1-14

Aghada booked their place in the Co-Op Superstores IHC final with a 3-18 to 1-14 win over Sarsfields at Dungourney on Friday night.

With the wind behind them, Aghada raced into a 0-4 lead. William Leahy, who finished with 1-5, converted a penalty. Charlie Terry struck straight back after a Sars goal, and John Looney netted on the stroke of half-time to leave it 3-13 to 1-8.

Sars rallied early in a low-scoring second half, led by Cian McCarthy’s 0-6, but Aghada held firm to close out a deserved victory.

winners of Bandon or Midleton will meet Aghada in the final.

Scorers for Aghada: W Leahy 1-5 (f), J Looney 1-2, C Terry 1-1, R O’Connell, S O’Driscoll, T Hartnett 0-2 each, F O’Connell, M Russell, R Murphy, F O’Connor 0-1 each.

Scorers for Sarsfields: C McCarthy 0-6 (3f), F O’Connor 1-1, R O’Brien 0-2, R Higgins, D McCarthy, S King, J Huggins, A Hackett 0-1 each.

AGHADA: J Walsh; K O’Shea, J McDonnell, A Kearns; F O’Connor, M Russell, F O’Connell; R O’Connell, T Hartnett; W Leahy, C Terry, S O’Driscoll; R Murphy, J Looney, J O’Hanlon.
Subs: N Devoy for F O’Connell (55), P O’Neill for C Terry (57), J Devoy for R O’Connell (58).

SARSFIELDS: D McCarthy; J Huggins, D Roche, R De Barra; Rory Higgins, K Crowley, J O’Leary; S McNamara, J Tierney; S King, E Murphy, S Bracken; R O’Brien, C McCarthy, F O’Connor.
Subs: C Condon for D Roche (ht), A Hackett for J O’Leary (44).

Referee: Aidan Hyland (Kilworth).

SUPERVALU PÁIRC UÍ CHAOIMH GEARS UP FOR EXCITING OCTOBER

SUPERVALU PÁIRC UÍ CHAOIMH GEARS UP FOR EXCITING OCTOBER

October set to host wide variety of matches at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

GAA games return to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this weekend with the Coop SuperStores Cork Senior A Hurling semi-finals on Saturday, October 3 being followed by the Coop SuperStores Cork Premier Hurling semi-finals on Sunday, October 4. Indeed, ten semi-finals take place at venues across the county over the weekend of October 2–4, intensifying the race toward the County Championship finals later in the month.

Following a packed calendar of events to date in 2026, October continues the trend at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh with several major matches also scheduled across an already busy month at headquarters.

Irish Women’s Head Coach, Carla Ward, brings her young and promising side to the home of Cork GAA on October 13, as the Girls in Green play the second leg of their FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifying match against Kazakhstan. A large attendance is expected at the stadium where Ireland has already achieved notable success against opponents such as the Netherlands and France.

This will be followed four days later on October 17 when Munster Rugby take on French giants Racing 92 for only its second match on Leeside in the Investec Champions Cup. The Top 14 side has had a tough start to its domestic campaign and Munster will be hoping its previous form at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh continues with a winning start to its European campaign.

Coop SuperStores Cork County Hurling and McCarthy Insurance Group Football finals then take pride of place at the stadium in quick succession on Sunday October 18 (Premier Senior and Premier Intermediate Hurling double-header) and October 25 (Premier Senior and Premier Junior Football double-header). A total of ten County Finals across both Hurling and Football will take place at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh over the next month. Tickets will go on sale for finals following the completion of upcoming semi-finals.

Between these games, the Shinty camogie and hurling international matches between Ireland and Scotland will be played at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh as the Celtic rivals bring one of the calendar’s most unique matches to Cork on October 24. Irish selectors are currently putting together both squads from across the counties to face the Scots in a double-header that will unite two rich histories and sporting cultures from either side of the Irish Sea.

Kevin O’Donovan, CEO at Cork GAA, said: “Cork’s sporting public has a feast in store during October at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh as we welcome some top-class sides across a number of sports for what will be a treat for fans and also a huge financial boon to the wider city over a number of weekends.”

Detailed traffic management plans will be in place for all games, with patrons asked to be respectful of neighbouring communities. Those travelling by car are asked to use available car parks before walking to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

Kevin O’Donovan added, “As always, we very much appreciate the goodwill and cooperation of our neighbouring residents and businesses and we ask everyone coming to the matches to be respectful of their homes and properties”.

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Co-Op Superstores Cork Hurling Championships reach semi-final stage

Co-Op Superstores Cork Hurling Championships reach semi-final stage

Twenty teams remain in contention across five grades as the 2026 Co-Op Superstores Cork County Hurling Championships enter their decisive stages.

Following the completion of the group and quarter-final programme, the semi-final line-ups are now confirmed in the Premier Senior, Senior ‘A’, Premier Intermediate, Intermediate ‘A’ and Premier Junior Hurling Championships.

Speaking at Coop Superstores Middleton, Cork GAA Vice-Chairperson, Noel O’Callaghan said:

“We have reached a very exciting stage of the Co-Op Superstores Cork Hurling Championships, with 20 clubs now just one game away from a county final.

“Across the five grades, we have seen some excellent hurling and some very competitive championship games throughout the summer. The work that goes into reaching this stage is significant, from the players and management teams to the clubs and everyone who supports them.

“We now look forward to five county finals being decided, and I would encourage supporters to get behind their clubs and attend the semi-finals over the coming days. We wish all 20 teams the very best of luck as they compete for their place in a county final.”

Co-Op Superstores Operations Manager Jerry Riordan shared:

“The championship has already produced some outstanding hurling, and excitement is building as we head into the semi-finals and finals. At Co-Op Superstores, we are proud to support competitions that mean so much to the communities we serve across Cork. We congratulate all clubs on their efforts throughout the season and wish the remaining teams every success in the weeks ahead. The skill, determination and community spirit on display throughout the championship have once again highlighted everything that is great about Cork GAA”.

Cork GAA wishes all the competing clubs the best of luck in the semi-finals, and reminds supporters that tickets for the games can be accessed at a range of SuperValu and Centra stores across the county. Cork GAA is also pleased to note that a selection of games will be broadcast live on Clubber TV. Keep an eye on official Cork GAA social media channels and visit www.gaacork.ie for further information.

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Premier Senior Hurling Championship

The Co-Op Superstores Premier SHC has produced a semi-final line-up featuring Kanturk, St Finbarr’s, Midleton and Glen Rovers.

Kanturk came through a high-scoring quarter-final against Sarsfields, winning 4-19 to 1-25 in Mallow.

St Finbarr’s secured their place in the last four with a 1-24 to 1-13 victory over Imokilly, while Glen Rovers edged past Charleville by 2-21 to 1-20. Midleton had a bye to the Semi-Final as they topped rankings at the group stages.

Semi-finals

Sunday, October 4 – SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Kanturk v St Finbarr’s – 2.00pm
Midleton v Glen Rovers – 3.45pm

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Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Blarney, Carrigtwohill, Erins Own and Watergrasshill remain in contention for the Co-Op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship title.

Carrigtwohill came through a tight quarter-final against Na Piarsaigh after penalties, while Watergrasshill survived a high-scoring contest against Ballinhassig.

Semi-finals

Saturday, October 3 – SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Blarney v Carrigtwohill – 5.15pm
Erins Own v Watergrasshill – 7.00pm

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Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship

The Co-Op Superstores Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship has produced a semi-final line-up of Valley Rovers, Dungourney, Ballincollig and Carrigaline.

Dungourney edged a dramatic quarter-final against Aghabullogue, while Carrigaline produced an impressive quarter-final display against Cloyne.

Semi-finals

Saturday, October 3

Valley Rovers v Dungourney – 4.00pm, Ballyanley

Ballincollig v Carrigaline – 4.00pm, Ovens

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Intermediate ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Sarsfields, Aghada, Bandon and Midleton remain in contention for the Co-Op Superstores Intermediate ‘A’ Hurling Championship title.

Semi-finals

Friday, October 2

Sarsfields v Aghada – 7.30pm, Carrigtwohill

Saturday, October 3

Bandon v Midleton – 4.00pm, Church Road

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Premier Junior Hurling Championship

The Co-Op Superstores Premier Junior Hurling Championship semi-finals feature St Catherine’s, Barryroe, Kilshannig and Argideen Rangers.

Barryroe overcame Cloughduv in their quarter-final, while Argideen Rangers defeated Ballygarvan to secure their place in the last four.

Semi-finals

Saturday, October 3

St Catherine’s v Barryroe – 4.00pm, Ballymah

Sunday, October 4

Kilshannig v Argideen Rangers – 3.00pm, Coachford

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Blackrock and Midleton to Meet Again After Dramatic Final Draw

Blackrock and Midleton will meet again to decide the destination of the Cork ETB Rebel Óg U18 Premier 1 Hurling Championship title after an absorbing final at Páirc Uí Rinn finished level.

Midleton 2-17
Blackrock 1-20

The Rockies produced a superb second-half recovery after Midleton had established a five-point advantage as half-time approached. Blackrock’s response brought the sides level before Shane O’Mahony struck for Midleton to put the Magpies back in front.

From there, the lead changed hands several times, with Michael Quill proving decisive for Blackrock. The Blackrock forward kept finding the scores required to bring his side level, including a late equaliser after Senan Carroll had restored Midleton’s advantage.

With neither side able to find a winning score, the final whistle confirmed that a replay will be required.

Blackrock’s defence also played its part in the closing stages, with Jack Browne and Patrick McCarthy making important interventions to ensure Midleton could not find a late winner.

Quill finished with nine points for Blackrock, while Shane O’Mahony contributed 1-2 for Midleton as both sides produced an exciting final that will now have to be settled at a second attempt.

Team Details

Midleton

W Stokes; P Egan, B Dunlea, R McCormack; F Cahill, M Murphy, S Dunlea; A Hennessy, A Molumby; C Kelly, S Carroll, C McCarthy; L Walsh, S O’Mahony, J O’Sullivan.

Sub: J Cahill for McCarthy (57).

Scorers: S O’Mahony 1-2, S Carroll, C Kelly, J O’Sullivan 0-3 each, A Hennessy 1-0, M Murphy, L Walsh 0-2 frees each, A Molumby, B Dunlea 0-1 each.

Blackrock

C Coakley; L Mackessy, S Ó Sé, J Browne; O Walsh, D Norberg, P McCarthy; A Hurley, K Long; S O’Shaughnessy, M Quill, C Stack; R Moran, L Cummins, J Punch.

Subs: C O’Neill for Hurley (41), A Browne for Punch (44), R O’Neill for Cummins (57), F O’Keeffe for J Browne (60+1).

Scorers: M Quill 0-9 (0-7 frees, 0-1 65), S O’Shaughnessy 0-5, R Moran 1-2, K Long 0-2, C O’Neill, L Cummins 0-1 each.

Referee: W King (Banteer).