Match Day Info | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh | Premier SHC Semi-Finals

🏟️ MATCH DAY INFORMATION: CO-OP SUPERSTORES PREMIER SHC DOUBLE-HEADER

Sunday, 5th October 2025 – SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

It’s a huge day of Premier Senior Hurling at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh as four of Cork’s top clubs battle it out for a place in the final.

📅 Schedule

  • 1:00 PM: Stadium Opens
  • 1:38 PM: Blackrock team on the field
  • 1:40 PM: Midleton team on the field
  • 2:00 PM: Blackrock vs Midleton – Co-Op Superstores Premier SHC GAME ON
  • 2:30 PM: Mini-game between Blackrock & Midleton juveniles
  • 3:21 PM: Sarsfields team on the field
  • 3:23 PM: St. Finbarr’s team on the field
  • 3:45 PM: Sarsfields vs St. Finbarr’s – Co-Op Superstores Premier SHC
  • 4:15 PM: Mini-game between Sarsfields & St. Finbarr’s juveniles

🎟️ Match Tickets

Tickets are available now via the Cork GAA website:

www.gaacork.ie/tickets

U16s do not require a ticket. Please ensure you have your digital or printed ticket ready before arriving.


🚪 Stadium Access

  • Gates Open: 1:00 PM
  • Open Areas: North Stand, South Stand Lower and Premier Level
  • Seating: Unreserved – first come, first served

🅿️ Parking & Travel

  • ✅ Public Parking: Free Parking Suttons Coal Yard (short walk to the stadium)
  • 🚫 No public parking around the stadium – please respect local residents
  • 🚶‍♂️ Walking: 25-minute stroll from Cork City Centre
  • 🚌 Bus Éireann Routes: 202 & 212 stop at Ballintemple (near stadium)
  • 🚆 Kent Station: Approx. 30-minute walk

🍔 Food & Facilities

All Stand concourse kiosks will be open serving food, drinks, and refreshments throughout the day.

We are delighted to welcome new options in our stadium this weekend, including:

  • ☕ Barista Coffee & Hot Chocolate
  • 🍰 Assorted Cakes – Chocolate Fudge, Caramel Squares & Muffins
  • 🍦 Whipped Ice Cream
  • 🥞 Crepes with a choice of sweet fillings
  • 🍭 Candy Floss

Toilets are available in the South Stand concourse. Please note: outside food and drink are not permitted.

🌦️ Weather & Comfort

SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh is an open stadium – please dress for the weather and stay comfortable throughout the day.

💬 Enjoy the Game!

 

Round up from Friday and Saturday in Co-Op Superstores Hurling Championships

Weekend Hurling Round-Up: County Finalists Confirmed

The Co-Op Superstores Hurling Championships produced delight, drama and late winners across Cork as county final places were decided. From last-gasp goals to extra-time epics, the weekend served up plenty to talk about.

Premier Junior Hurling Championship

Glen Rovers booked their place in the Premier Junior Hurling final thanks to a late goal that proved decisive against Cloughduv. The Northsiders showed composure and class in a tense finish. On Saturday, Kilbrittain sealed their place in the decider with a dramatic late goal to see off Ballygarvan in a thrilling semi-final. The West Cork men will also represent Cork in the Munster Junior Club Championship following their hard-earned win.

Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Bride Rovers secured a long-awaited Senior A final appearance after overcoming Carrigtwohill in a contest that swung with momentum. Despite a strong Carrigtwohill comeback late on, the Rovers’ earlier goal burst and consistency in attack proved the difference. They will meet Castlelyons, who powered through their semi-final thanks to a superb attacking performance. Four well-taken goals highlighted their ability to strike at key moments as they overcame a determined Blarney side to book a place in the final.

Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship

Ballincollig came from behind in the second half with three clinical goals to edge out Dungourney and reach the Premier Intermediate final. Their attacking strength and sharp finishing in the closing stages turned the tide in their favour. Joining them will be Ballinhassig, who never trailed in their semi-final win over Cloyne. Their controlled display and accurate scoring saw them home by four points in Ovens, setting up an exciting decider with Ballincollig.

Intermediate ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Bandon showed grit and determination to grind out a hard-fought win over Sarsfields in a low-scoring encounter dominated by defensive discipline. They will face Aghabullogue, who needed extra time to overcome Aghada in a remarkable ten-goal thriller. Aghabullogue’s energy and finishing power in the added period proved decisive, as they claimed their spot in the county final.

County Final Pairings

Competition Finalists
Co-Op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship Bride Rovers vs Castlelyons
Co-Op Superstores Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship Ballincollig vs Ballinhassig
Co-Op Superstores Intermediate ‘A’ Hurling Championship Bandon vs Aghabullogue
Co-Op Superstores Premier Junior Hurling Championship Glen Rovers vs Kilbrittain (Kilbrittain will represent Cork in Munster)

Semi-Final Results

Competition Result
Senior ‘A’ HC Bride Rovers 3-14 — Carrigtwohill 1-14; Castlelyons 4-12 — Blarney 0-19
Premier IHC Ballincollig 3-13 — Dungourney 0-17; Ballinhassig 3-15 — Cloyne 2-14
Intermediate ‘A’ HC Bandon 0-10 — Sarsfields 0-8; Aghabullogue 5-18 — Aghada 3-19 (AET)
Premier JHC Glen Rovers 1-18 — Cloughduv 0-19; Kilbrittain 1-17 — Ballygarvan 0-18

 

Co-op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship 2025 – Semi-Final Preview

Co-op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship 2025 – Semi-Final Preview


Pictured is Pat Horgan, Chairperson Cork Gaa with Alan Fenton, Castlelyons, Mark Coleman, Blarney, Conleith Ryan, Bride Rovers and Aaron Walsh Barry, Carrigtwohill, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Senior A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

The stage is set for a Super Saturday double-header at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh as the Co-op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship semi-finals take centre stage on October 4th. First up, Carrigtwohill meet Bride Rovers at 5:45 PM, before Castlelyons face Blarney at 7:30 PM.

Each of the four clubs has battled their way through a fiercely competitive campaign to reach this point. Here’s a look back at their journey to the semi-finals:


Pictured are Aaron Walsh Barry, Carrigtwohill and Conleith Ryan, Bride Rovers, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Senior A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Semi-Final 1: Carrigtwohill vs Bride Rovers

Venue: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 5:45 PM

Carrigtwohill’s Path

Carrigtwohill made a strong start to their campaign with a 4-14 (26) to 0-17 (17) win over Fermoy in Round 1. They backed it up with another big performance in Round 2, overcoming Na Piarsaigh 1-22 (25) to 2-14 (20). Their Round 3 clash with Killeagh ended in defeat, 4-20 (32) to 1-14 (17), but two wins were enough to secure a direct semi-final place.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Carrigtwohill 4-14 – 0-17 Fermoy ✅

  • Round 2: Carrigtwohill 1-22 – 2-14 Na Piarsaigh ✅

  • Round 3: Carrigtwohill 1-14 – 4-20 Killeagh ❌

Bride Rovers’ Path

Bride Rovers impressed throughout the group stage, opening with a 1-22 (25) to 1-15 (18) victory over Blarney. They followed up with a high-scoring win against Courcey Rovers, 4-22 (34) to 2-18 (24). Their only slip came in Round 3 against Watergrasshill, where they were beaten 1-22 (25) to 1-13 (16). In the quarter-finals, Bride Rovers rediscovered their form with a strong 2-23 (29) to 1-18 (21) victory over Inniscarra, booking their place in the last four.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Bride Rovers 1-22 – 1-15 Blarney ✅

  • Round 2: Bride Rovers 4-22 – 2-18 Courcey Rovers ✅

  • Round 3: Bride Rovers 1-13 – 1-22 Watergrasshill ❌

Quarter-Final: Bride Rovers 2-23 – 1-18 Inniscarra ✅

Pictured are Alan Fenton, Castlelyons and Mark Coleman, Blarney, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Senior A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Semi-Final 2: Castlelyons vs Blarney

Venue: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 7:30 PM

Castlelyons’ Path

Castlelyons have been one of the most consistent sides in the championship. They opened with a comprehensive win over Bishopstown, 0-24 (24) to 0-17 (17), and followed up with another big performance against Ballyhea, winning 4-16 (28) to 1-16 (19). In Round 3, they proved their quality again with a 2-18 (24) to 1-18 (21) win over Inniscarra, topping their group with three wins from three to qualify directly for the semi-finals.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Castlelyons 0-24 – 0-17 Bishopstown ✅

  • Round 2: Castlelyons 4-16 – 1-16 Ballyhea ✅

  • Round 3: Castlelyons 2-18 – 1-18 Inniscarra ✅

Blarney’s Path

Blarney started with a tough loss to Bride Rovers in Round 1, 1-22 (25) to 1-15 (18). They bounced back strongly in Round 2 with a powerful display against Watergrasshill, winning 3-24 (33) to 0-12 (12). Their form continued in Round 3 with another dominant showing, beating Courcey Rovers 3-17 (26) to 0-7 (7). In the quarter-finals, Blarney overcame Na Piarsaigh 1-21 (24) to 0-19 (19), securing their spot in the Páirc semi-final showdown.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Blarney 1-15 – 1-22 Bride Rovers ❌

  • Round 2: Blarney 3-24 – 0-12 Watergrasshill ✅

  • Round 3: Blarney 3-17 – 0-7 Courcey Rovers ✅

Quarter-Final: Blarney 1-21 – 0-19 Na Piarsaigh ✅

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Co-op Superstores Premier IHC 2025 Semi-Final Preview

Co-op Superstores Premier IHC 2025 Semi-Final Preview

The Co-op Superstores Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship 2025 has reached the semi-final stage, with two massive clashes set for Saturday, October 4th. In the opening semi-final, Dungourney take on Ballincollig at 4:00 PM in Caherlag, before Ballinhassig meet Cloyne at 7:30 PM in Ovens. Each side has battled through tough group stages and knockout ties to earn their place in the last four. Here’s how they got here:


Pictured are Niall Motherway, Doungourney and Fenton Denny, Ballincollig, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Semi-Final 1: Dungourney vs Ballincollig

Venue: Caherlag | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 4:00 PM

Dungourney’s Path

Dungourney have been one of the standout sides of the championship. They opened with a 3-21 (30) to 1-19 (22) victory over Mallow in Round 1, before following up with another statement win in Round 2 against Valley Rovers, 3-14 (23) to 1-13 (16). In Round 3, they edged past Lisgoold in a thriller, 0-28 (28) to 1-21 (24), completing a perfect group stage with three wins from three. Their dominance earned them a direct semi-final spot without needing a quarter-final.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Dungourney 3-21 – 1-19 Mallow ✅

  • Round 2: Dungourney 3-14 – 1-13 Valley Rovers ✅

  • Round 3: Dungourney 0-28 – 1-21 Lisgoold ✅

Ballincollig’s Path

Ballincollig’s campaign started shakily with a Round 1 defeat to Ballinhassig, 4-13 (25) to 0-19 (19). They bounced back strongly in Round 2, defeating Kilworth 2-23 (29) to 1-14 (17), and sealed qualification in Round 3 with a big win over Castlemartyr, 3-22 (31) to 0-18 (18). In the quarter-finals, they produced another strong performance to beat Carrigaline 1-21 (24) to 1-9 (12), securing their semi-final place against Dungourney.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Ballincollig 0-19 – 4-13 Ballinhassig ❌

  • Round 2: Ballincollig 2-23 – 1-14 Kilworth ✅

  • Round 3: Ballincollig 3-22 – 0-18 Castlemartyr ✅

Quarter-Final: Ballincollig 1-21 – 1-9 Carrigaline ✅

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Semi-Final 2: Ballinhassig vs Cloyne

Pictured are Brian O’Shea, Cloyne and Darragh O’Sullivan, Ballinhassig, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Venue: Ovens | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 7:30 PM

Ballinhassig’s Path

Ballinhassig were impressive from the outset, opening with a strong win over Ballincollig, 4-13 (25) to 0-19 (19). They kept the momentum in Round 2 with another victory, edging Castlemartyr 2-19 (25) to 2-15 (21). Their final group game against Kilworth was a close one, but Ballinhassig held firm to win 0-18 (18) to 0-17 (17), finishing the group stage with three wins from three to go straight into the semi-finals.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Ballinhassig 4-13 – 0-19 Ballincollig ✅

  • Round 2: Ballinhassig 2-19 – 2-15 Castlemartyr ✅

  • Round 3: Ballinhassig 0-18 – 0-17 Kilworth ✅

Cloyne’s Path

Cloyne began with a big win over Ballymartle, 3-11 (20) to 0-17 (17), before falling to Carrigaline in Round 2, 3-16 (25) to 1-19 (22). They lost again in Round 3 to Éire Óg, 2-14 (20) to 0-15 (15), leaving them needing to battle through the quarter-finals. There, they produced their best display of the championship, defeating Valley Rovers 1-18 (21) to 0-20 (20), setting up a semi-final showdown with unbeaten Ballinhassig.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Cloyne 3-11 – 0-17 Ballymartle ✅

  • Round 2: Cloyne 1-19 – 3-16 Carrigaline ❌

  • Round 3: Cloyne 0-15 – 2-14 Éire Óg ❌

Quarter-Final: Cloyne 1-18 – 0-20 Valley Rovers ✅

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Co-op Superstores Intermediate ‘A’ HC 2025 Semi-Final Preview

Co-op Superstores Intermediate ‘A’ HC 2025 Semi-Final Preview

The race for the Co-op Superstores Intermediate ‘A’ Championship title has reached the semi-final stage, with two mouth-watering clashes on Saturday, October 4th. Sarsfields will take on Bandon in Riverstick at 4:00 PM, while Aghada face Aghabullogue in Ballyanley, also at 4:00 PM. Each of the four teams has battled through three group stage games and either a quarter-final or a bye to reach this stage. Here’s how they got here:


Pictured are Peter Murphy, Bandon and Luke Hackett, Sarsfields, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Intermediate A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Semi-Final 1: Sarsfields vs Bandon

Venue: Riverstick | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 4:00 PM

Sarsfields’ Path

Sarsfields laid down a marker in Round 1 with a big win over Youghal, 3-22 (31) to 0-15 (15). They carried that momentum into Round 2, where they overcame Blackrock 0-22 (22) to 1-14 (17). Their only stumble came in Round 3, a high-scoring battle with Aghabullogue that ended 3-13 (22) to 2-13 (19) against them. Still, their strong group performance ensured they topped their group and advanced straight to the semi-finals, avoiding the quarter-final stage.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Sarsfields 3-22 – 0-15 Youghal

  • Round 2: Sarsfields 0-22 – 1-14 Blackrock

  • Round 3: Sarsfields 2-13 – 3-13 Aghabullogue

Bandon’s Path

Bandon opened their campaign with a 3-18 (27) to 0-19 (19) win over Russell Rovers, followed by a Round 2 defeat to Midleton, 1-20 (23) to 1-15 (18). They recovered well in Round 3, powering past Mayfield 1-25 (28) to 1-15 (18). In the quarter-finals, they faced a thriller against Erin’s Own, edging it 3-19 (28) to 4-10 (22) to book their semi-final clash with Sarsfields.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Bandon 3-18 – 0-19 Russell Rovers

  • Round 2: Bandon 1-15 – 1-20 Midleton

  • Round 3: Bandon 1-25 – 1-15 Mayfield

Quarter-Final: Bandon 3-19 – 4-10 Erin’s Own

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Pictured are Tom Long, Aghabullogue and Rory O’Connell, Aghada, ahead of the Co Op Superstores 2025 Intermediate A Hurling Championship Semi Final, at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Picture: Jim Coughlan.

Semi-Final 2: Aghada vs Aghabullogue

Venue: Ballyanley | Time: Saturday, October 4th, 4:00 PM

Aghada’s Path

Aghada’s group campaign was dramatic. They lost narrowly in Round 1 to Kildorrery, 2-19 (25) to 1-22 (25), before bouncing back strongly with a 1-27 (30) to 0-17 (17) victory over Erin’s Own. They sealed their semi-final place in Round 3 with another solid win, beating Ballygiblin 2-20 (26) to 1-15 (18). With two wins from three, they qualified directly for the semi-finals, avoiding the quarter-final stage.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Aghada 1-22 – 2-19 Kildorrery

  • Round 2: Aghada 1-27 – 0-17 Erin’s Own

  • Round 3: Aghada 2-20 – 1-15 Ballygiblin

Aghabullogue’s Path

Aghabullogue started with intent, beating Blackrock 2-21 (27) to 1-13 (16) in Round 1. They followed up with another strong win in Round 2, overcoming Youghal 2-22 (28) to 2-11 (17). In Round 3, they edged a classic against Sarsfields, 3-13 (22) to 2-13 (19), to complete a perfect group campaign. In the quarter-finals, they kept their run going with a 1-18 (21) to 1-12 (15) victory over Midleton, securing their semi-final clash with Aghada.

Group Stage Results:

  • Round 1: Aghabullogue 2-21 – 1-13 Blackrock

  • Round 2: Aghabullogue 2-22 – 2-11 Youghal

  • Round 3: Aghabullogue 3-13 – 2-13 Sarsfields

Quarter-Final: Aghabullogue 1-18 – 1-12 Midleton

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  • Riverstick (Sarsfields vs Bandon, 4:00 PM Saturday):

  • Ballyanley (Aghada vs Aghabullogue, 4:00 PM Saturday):

Both ties are finely poised, with four in-form teams chasing a coveted place in the county final.