Knocknagree’s ascent to the top tier of Cork football is complete after they defeated a resilient Cill na Martra side in the McCarthy Insurance Group Senior ‘A’ Football Championship final. This victory, hard-earned at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, makes it third time lucky in the final for the Duhallow club, which only seven years ago was competing at Junior A level.
Knocknagree established a substantial lead in the first half, aided by the wind, going into the break ahead by 2-9 to 0-6. Their dominance was sealed by two key goals in the opening period. The first, coming early, set the tone for the half, followed by a second major after a turnover saw them capitalise on space in the Cill na Martra defence.
Despite falling behind by 2-12 to 0-7 early in the second half, the Gaeltacht team refused to surrender. Drawing on their battling qualities, they mounted a steady comeback, chipping away at the deficit through points and a crucial two-point score. With the gap reduced to four points, the tension mounted as Cill na Martra pushed for a goal.
However, Knocknagree demonstrated the maturity of a team ready for the top grade. Their two Cork inter-county players, Daniel O’Mahony and Eoghan McSweeney, delivered decisive moments. Knocknagree’s defence, anchored by the accurate kicking of goalkeeper Patrick Doyle, held firm. In injury time, Doyle produced a wonderful save to deny a Cill na Martra goal that would have halved the deficit. A final point from Niall O’Connor confirmed the 2-17 to 0-17 victory, cementing Knocknagree’s status as the new Senior A champions and earning them promotion to the Premier Senior grade.
N O’Connor 1-3, A O’Connor 0-4 (0-2 f), David O’Connor 1-0, G Looney, E McSweeney, Denis R O’Connor, David Twomey 0-2 each, M McSweeney, P Doyle (0-1 45) 0-1 each.
J Mac Cárthaigh 0-6 (0-4 f), D Ó Duinnín 0-4 (1 2pt, 0-2 f), S Ó Duinnín, C Ó Forréidgh (2pt) 0-2 each, D Ó hUrdail, D Ó Conaill, T Ó Corcora 0-1 each.
P Doyle; M Mahoney, C Buckley, G O’Connor; G Looney, Daniel O’Mahony, T O’Connor; M McSweeney, David O’Connor; D Twomey, E McSweeney, C Cronin; Denis R O’Connor, N O’Connor, A O’Connor.
F O’Connor for D Twomey (49), M Dilworth for Denis R O’Connor (54), T O’Mahony for David O’Connor, Denis O’Mahony for T O’Connor (both 60+3).
M Ó Deasúna; F Ó Faoláin, D McLochlainn, T Ó Corcora; S Ó Forréidh, D Ó Conaill, C Ó Meachair; A Ó Cuana, G Ó Goilllidhe; J Mac Cárthaigh, C Ó Duinnín, D Ó Duinnín; S Ó Duinnín, D Ó hUrdail, E Ó Conaill.
C Ó Forréidh for O’Conaill (25, injured), C Mac Lochlainn for Ó hUrdail (51), A Ó Duinnín for Ó Cuana (59, injured).
C Murphy (Glanworth).
Weekend Fixtures Confirmed – November 1st and 2nd
The Cork County Competitions Control Committee (CCC) has confirmed the fixture schedule for the upcoming weekend, featuring a packed line-up of championship action across the county.
As ratified by the CCC:
Master Fixture Plan 2025 (9)SAHC Final – Extra-time will be played if necessary. Should teams remain level after extra-time, a second replay will take place.
IAFC & PIFC Finals – If level at the end of normal time, the game will go to a replay.
All other games – Winner-on-the-day applies.
Knocknagree Secure Senior A Title to Reach Premier Senior Grade
Knocknagree’s ascent to the top tier of Cork football is complete after they defeated a resilient Cill na Martra side in the McCarthy Insurance Group Senior ‘A’ Football Championship final. This victory, hard-earned at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, makes it third time lucky in the final for the Duhallow club, which only seven years ago was competing at Junior A level.
Knocknagree established a substantial lead in the first half, aided by the wind, going into the break ahead by 2-9 to 0-6. Their dominance was sealed by two key goals in the opening period. The first, coming early, set the tone for the half, followed by a second major after a turnover saw them capitalise on space in the Cill na Martra defence.
Despite falling behind by 2-12 to 0-7 early in the second half, the Gaeltacht team refused to surrender. Drawing on their battling qualities, they mounted a steady comeback, chipping away at the deficit through points and a crucial two-point score. With the gap reduced to four points, the tension mounted as Cill na Martra pushed for a goal.
However, Knocknagree demonstrated the maturity of a team ready for the top grade. Their two Cork inter-county players, Daniel O’Mahony and Eoghan McSweeney, delivered decisive moments. Knocknagree’s defence, anchored by the accurate kicking of goalkeeper Patrick Doyle, held firm. In injury time, Doyle produced a wonderful save to deny a Cill na Martra goal that would have halved the deficit. A final point from Niall O’Connor confirmed the 2-17 to 0-17 victory, cementing Knocknagree’s status as the new Senior A champions and earning them promotion to the Premier Senior grade.
Scorers for Knocknagree: N O’Connor 1-3, A O’Connor 0-4 (0-2 f), David O’Connor 1-0, G Looney, E McSweeney, Denis R O’Connor, David Twomey 0-2 each, M McSweeney, P Doyle (0-1 45) 0-1 each.
Scorers for Cill na Martra: J Mac Cárthaigh 0-6 (0-4 f), D Ó Duinnín 0-4 (1 2pt, 0-2 f), S Ó Duinnín, C Ó Forréidgh (2pt) 0-2 each, D Ó hUrdail, D Ó Conaill, T Ó Corcora 0-1 each.
KNOCKNAGREE: P Doyle; M Mahoney, C Buckley, G O’Connor; G Looney, Daniel O’Mahony, T O’Connor; M McSweeney, David O’Connor; D Twomey, E McSweeney, C Cronin; Denis R O’Connor, N O’Connor, A O’Connor.
Subs: F O’Connor for D Twomey (49), M Dilworth for Denis R O’Connor (54), T O’Mahony for David O’Connor, Denis O’Mahony for T O’Connor (both 60+3).
CILL NA MARTRA: M Ó Deasúna; F Ó Faoláin, D McLochlainn, T Ó Corcora; S Ó Forréidh, D Ó Conaill, C Ó Meachair; A Ó Cuana, G Ó Goilllidhe; J Mac Cárthaigh, C Ó Duinnín, D Ó Duinnín; S Ó Duinnín, D Ó hUrdail, E Ó Conaill.
Subs: C Ó Forréidh for O’Conaill (25, injured), C Mac Lochlainn for Ó hUrdail (51), A Ó Duinnín for Ó Cuana (59, injured).
Referee: C Murphy (Glanworth).
Buttevant Claim Premier JFC Title
Buttevant 1-15 (1-4-7) | St Nick’s 0-10 (0-0-10)
Buttevant secured the McCarthy Insurance Group Premier JFC title with an eight-point win over St Nick’s on Saturday at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. The victory marks the North Cork club’s first adult county football success in 99 years.
First Half Dominance
Buttevant utilised the wind advantage effectively in the opening half, building a commanding 1-10 to 0-6 lead by the interval. The North Cork side established control early with points from David Hanlon and Mark Lenahan, quickly followed by two successive two-point scores from centre-forward Conor Hanlon.
The crucial score of the half arrived in the 12th minute when Michael O’Neill brilliantly fetched a ball from Mark Lenahan into the square and slotted it into the net, establishing a 1-6 to 0-0 lead.
St Nick’s responded by registering their first scores through a combination of efforts from play and a free from Jack O’Sullivan, along with points from Danny Morris and Dave Dunlea, reducing the margin to five points. However, Buttevant’s efficiency with two-point scores saw them maintain their buffer, reaching 1-10 to 0-4 before late points from O’Sullivan (free) and substitute Dean Brosnan narrowed the gap to six at the break.
Despite St Nick’s having the wind in the second half, Buttevant maintained distance. A Danny Morris point for the city side was immediately cancelled out by a Conor Hanlon free. Hanlon added two more quick scores (one from a free and one from play) to extend Buttevant’s lead to 1-13 to 0-7 after 39 minutes.
St Nick’s continued to contest the tie, with Brosnan and O’Sullivan (free) keeping their side within touch heading into the final quarter. However, the eight-point gap proved insurmountable as the sides traded late white flags. A final free from Conor Hanlon copper-fastened Buttevant’s advantage.
Scorers for Buttevant: C Hanlon 0-11 (3 2 pt, 0-3 f), M Lenahan 0-3 (1 2pt f), M O’Neill 1-0, D Hanlon 0-1.
St Nick’s: J O’Sullivan 0-4 (0-3 f), D Brosnan, D Morris 0-2 each, E Downey, D Dunlea 0-1 each.
BUTTEVANT: R Donovan; M Walsh, J Whelan, K Crowley; S Madigan, K Bowles, J O’Neill; A O’Neill, K Lenahan; M Lenahan (c), C Hanlon, A Trimm; D Hanlon, M O’Neill, A Horgan.
ST NICK’S: R Cronin; D Dunlea, S Horgan, C Horgan; F O’Driscoll, E Varian, D Wall; R Downey, D Coughlan; G Marshall, J Brosnan, E Downey; J O’Sullivan, E O’Leary, D Morris (c).
Subs: D Brosnan for D Coughlan (23), J Corkery for G Marshall (h-t), L Quilligan for E O’Leary (37), Z Lynch for D Morris (46), C McCarthy for J Brosnan (53).
Referee: Brian Crowley (Castlehaven).
One Cork Golf Classic takes place at Old Head Golf Links
The Cork GAA One Cork Golf Classic at the stunning Old Head Golf Links was a resounding success! Supporters of Cork GAA turned out in force for a spectacular day of golf against the dramatic backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.
The event, a key fundraiser for our Cork inter-county teams, was proudly made possible by our main sponsors: O’Flynn Group and Amarenco Group. A massive thank you to both for their vital support, and to everyone who played and contributed to the day.
Your support drives the future of the Rebels! 🔴⚪
See some photos from the event below.
Sunday’s Football Finals – October 26th | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Sunday’s Football Finals – October 26th
Football Finals Day at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
The Double-Header Fixtures
McCarthy Insurance Group Senior ‘A’ Final Timeline (1:30 PM Throw-in)
McCarthy Insurance Group Premier Senior Final Timeline (3:30 PM Throw-in)
Access and Travel Information (Sunday, Oct 26th)
DESIGNATED FREE PARKING
FREE Parking is available at Sutton’s Coal Grounds, opening at 12:30 PM.