Cork SAHC final replay: Bride Rovers 2-15 Castlelyons 2-14
Bride Rovers secured the Co-Op Superstores Senior A Hurling Championship title in a dramatic replay, overcoming neighbours Castlelyons by a single point, 2-15 to 2-14. The victory, which sends the Rathcormac and Bartlemy club to the Premier Senior ranks, was a testament to the steadfastness and resilience of a remarkably young side, many of whom are still U21.
The final was defined by a stunning late surge, where Bride Rovers hit Castlelyons for an unanswered 1-4 in the final ten minutes. With 53 minutes played, it seemed all was lost as Castlelyons led by a commanding six points, 2-14 to 1-11, after goals from David Morrison and Leon Doocey had canceled out Adam Walsh’s earlier strike.
However, Bride Rovers refused to yield. Defender Jamie Peters began the comeback, and the deficit was cut to the minimum when Paddy O’Flynn’s half-point/half-delivery bounced fortuitously into the net with two minutes left. Sweeper and man-of-the-match Cillian Tobin then leveled the scores with a superb long-range effort from his own 45-meter line in injury time. The winner arrived shortly after, delivered by David Barry, who scored the opening and closing points of the replay.
Rovers’ boss Brian Murphy praised his team’s “never-say-die attitude” and phenomenal commitment over recent years, believing the young group has their best years still ahead of them as they step up to the top flight.
A Walsh 1-7 (0-6 f), P O’Flynn 1-1, D Barry 0-2, J Peters, C Tobin, S O’Connor, B Roche, C O’Sullivan 0-1 each.
L Doocey 1-1, D Morrison 1-0, A Fenton 0-3 (0-2 f), E Maye, A Spillane, K O’Leary 0-2 each, C Spillane, N O’Leary, S Moroney, J Kearney 0-1 each.
C Hogan; D Cashman, E Roche, C Tobin; J Ahern, C Hazelwood, S O’Connor; J Peters, C O’Sullivan; P O’Flynn, B Roche, A Walsh; K Kearney, C Ryan, D Barry.
R O’Connell for Kearney (40), J Mannix for O’Sullivan (54).
J Barry; D Spillane, C Barry, C Spillane; S Moroney, N O’Leary, C McCarthy; J Kearney, E Maye; S Cotter, A Fenton, L Doocey; K O’Leary, A Spillane, D Morrison.
B Spillane for Morrison (56).
M Maher (St Finbarr’s).
Bride Rovers’ Never-Say-Die Spirit Secures SAHC Title in Thriller
Cork SAHC final replay: Bride Rovers 2-15 Castlelyons 2-14
Bride Rovers secured the Co-Op Superstores Senior A Hurling Championship title in a dramatic replay, overcoming neighbours Castlelyons by a single point, 2-15 to 2-14. The victory, which sends the Rathcormac and Bartlemy club to the Premier Senior ranks, was a testament to the steadfastness and resilience of a remarkably young side, many of whom are still U21.
The final was defined by a stunning late surge, where Bride Rovers hit Castlelyons for an unanswered 1-4 in the final ten minutes. With 53 minutes played, it seemed all was lost as Castlelyons led by a commanding six points, 2-14 to 1-11, after goals from David Morrison and Leon Doocey had canceled out Adam Walsh’s earlier strike.
However, Bride Rovers refused to yield. Defender Jamie Peters began the comeback, and the deficit was cut to the minimum when Paddy O’Flynn’s half-point/half-delivery bounced fortuitously into the net with two minutes left. Sweeper and man-of-the-match Cillian Tobin then leveled the scores with a superb long-range effort from his own 45-meter line in injury time. The winner arrived shortly after, delivered by David Barry, who scored the opening and closing points of the replay.
Rovers’ boss Brian Murphy praised his team’s “never-say-die attitude” and phenomenal commitment over recent years, believing the young group has their best years still ahead of them as they step up to the top flight.
Scorers for Bride Rovers: A Walsh 1-7 (0-6 f), P O’Flynn 1-1, D Barry 0-2, J Peters, C Tobin, S O’Connor, B Roche, C O’Sullivan 0-1 each.
Castlelyons: L Doocey 1-1, D Morrison 1-0, A Fenton 0-3 (0-2 f), E Maye, A Spillane, K O’Leary 0-2 each, C Spillane, N O’Leary, S Moroney, J Kearney 0-1 each.
BRIDE ROVERS: C Hogan; D Cashman, E Roche, C Tobin; J Ahern, C Hazelwood, S O’Connor; J Peters, C O’Sullivan; P O’Flynn, B Roche, A Walsh; K Kearney, C Ryan, D Barry.
Subs: R O’Connell for Kearney (40), J Mannix for O’Sullivan (54).
CASTLELYONS: J Barry; D Spillane, C Barry, C Spillane; S Moroney, N O’Leary, C McCarthy; J Kearney, E Maye; S Cotter, A Fenton, L Doocey; K O’Leary, A Spillane, D Morrison.
Subs: B Spillane for Morrison (56).
Referee: M Maher (St Finbarr’s).
Intermediate A FC Final Ends in Dramatic Draw
IAFC Final Ends in Dramatic Draw
Final Score: Ilen Rovers 2-9 – Ballinora 0-15
The McCarthy Insurance Group Intermediate A Football Championship (IAFC) final concluded in a thrilling stalemate at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, necessitating a replay to determine the champions. The intensely fought contest saw both teams fail to convert opportunities in a dramatic second half.
Ilen Rovers started strongly, establishing an early foothold and capitalizing with two crucial goals to lead by four points at the break. Despite being denied a penalty goal by a magnificent save and struggling with a high wide count, the opposing side showed composure to gradually reduce the deficit in the second half, eventually taking a brief lead.
The drama peaked in injury time. After Ilen Rovers surged ahead by three points, their defense conceded a free kick from outside the arc in the final minute. The resulting two-point free was converted successfully, leveling the scores at 2-9 to 0-15 and forcing a second meeting. Both teams will welcome the chance to improve their accuracy before the replay.
Upcoming Finals Double-Header
The replay and Co-Op Superstores IHC final have been confirmed for a double-header at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday, November 16th:
Aghabullogue Edge Uibh Laoire in PIFC Final Thriller
McCarthy Insurance Group Premier Intermediate Football Championship Final
Final Score: Aghabullogue 2-12 (2-2-8) – Uibh Laoire 2-11 (2-3-5)
Aghabullogue claimed the McCarthy Insurance Group Premier Intermediate Football Championship (PIFC) title on Sunday evening, defeating Muskerry rivals Uibh Laoire by a single point in a thrilling final at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
The final was a tense, high-scoring affair that saw the lead change hands repeatedly. Uibh Laoire secured control in the first half by registering two goals, leading by five points at one juncture. However, Aghabullogue showed significant resolve to chip away at the deficit, reducing it to two points by halftime.
The Coachford-based side carried their momentum into the second half, with their second goal restoring their lead. In the closing stages, Uibh Laoire battled back to level the contest, but Aghabullogue secured the crucial victory when Matthew Bradley landed the decisive point two minutes into added time. The win elevates Aghabullogue to the senior football ranks for the first time, marking their second county crown in three seasons.
Scorers
Aghabullogue: L Casey 1-3, A Murphy 0-4 (2 2pt), J Corkery 1-0, M Bradley 0-3 (0-1 f, 0-1 45), P O’Sullivan, A O’Sullivan 0-1 each.
Uibh Laoire: C Vaughan 0-7 (2 2pt, 1 2pt f), C Óg Jones 1-3 (0-2 f), I Jones 1-0, S O’Riordan 0-1.
Teams
Aghabullogue: J Buckley; C Smyth, P Dilworth, D Merrick; P Ring, S Tarrant, B O’Sullivan; C Gillespie, A Murphy; P O’Sullivan, J Corkery (c), A O’Sullivan; M Bradley, E O’Sullivan, L Casey.
Subs: C O’Sullivan for E O’Sullivan (48), D Thompson for P O’Sullivan (59).
Uibh Laoire: J Creedon; B Murphy, D O’Donovan, D O’Riordan; C Galvin, S O’Leary (c), K Manning; T Roberts, C O’Leary; S O’Riordan, C Vaughan, B O’Leary; C O’Riordan, C Óg Jones, I Jones.
Subs: S Pickering for B O’Leary (40), B Cronin for C O’Riordan (50).
Referee: Pa O’Driscoll (Bride Rovers).
Divisional Drama Sets the Stage for Cork Junior A Football Championship Knockout Rounds
Cork Junior A Football Championship – Divisional Finals and next stages
The Divisional Finals of the Cork Junior A Football Championship have concluded, and the race for county honours now enters the knockout stages.
It was an exciting weekend of football across the county, with several tight finishes — and just one game requiring a replay to determine progression.
Divisional Final Results
Carbery:
Kilmacabea 0-15 – 0-10 St. Mary’s
(Sunday, October 26th @ Skibbereen)
Imokilly:
Carrig na bhFear 3-12 – 1-8 Erin’s Own
(Monday, October 27th @ Ballincurra)
Carrigdhoun:
Ballygarvan 1-14 – 0-16 Carrigaline (2)
(Saturday, October 25th @ Shanbally)
Avondhu:
Charleville 0-18 – 0-13 Liscarroll/Churchtown Gaels
(Saturday, October 25th @ Milford)
Seandún:
Nemo Rangers (3) 3-15 – 2-11 Mayfield
(Saturday, October 25th @ Ballinlough)
Duhallow:
Castlemagner 1-7 – 1-6 Kanturk
(Saturday, October 18th @ Cullen)
Muskerry:
Aghinagh 1-12 – 0-15 Donoughmore
(Saturday, October 25th @ Macroom)
Result: Draw – Replay required.
Replay scheduled for Saturday, November 1st @ 3:30 PM in Macroom.
Winners of this game will receive a bye to the County Semi-Final.
County Quarter-Finals
Path to the County Final
Semi-Final 1:
Winners of Kilmacabea / Carrig na bhFear
vs
Winners of Ballygarvan / Charleville
Semi-Final 2:
Winners of Nemo Rangers (3) / Castlemagner
vs
Winners of Aghinagh / Donoughmore (bye to Semi-Final)
Upcoming Fixtures weekend of Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd November 2025
🏐 This Weekend’s Cork GAA Fixtures
Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd November 2025
Championship action continues across Cork this weekend — with County Finals and Quarter-Finals taking place in Páirc Uí Chaoimh and venues around the county.
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