Cork GAA Statement | Cork Minor and U20 Manager update

The Cork GAA Executive Committee is recommending Fergal McCormack (Mallow) for appointment as Under 20 Hurling Manager on a two-year term, and Kieran Morrison (St. Catherine’s) as Minor Hurling Manager on a one-year term, with the option of a second year.

Both recommendations will be brought before the next Cork County Committee meeting on October 6th for ratification.

Details of the respective selectors will be announced in due course.

Sustainable Clubs Competition Deadline Extended

Cork GAA Sustainable Clubs Competition

Deadline Extended

Monday, September 28th · 12 noon

Following requests from a number of clubs, the entry deadline has been extended.

€6,000 · €2,500 · €1,500

Three grants available, plus professional sustainability advice and guidance.

Cork GAA has extended the deadline for the Sustainable Clubs Competition, in partnership with PepsiCo, Positive Action Partner of Cork GAA.

The competition gives clubs an opportunity to showcase the sustainability work already taking place within their communities while developing plans for future environmental initiatives.

Grants Available

First Prize
€6,000
Second Prize
€2,500
Third Prize
€1,500

As well as financial support, successful clubs will receive
professional advice and guidance on how best to progress
their sustainability journey.

New Entry Deadline
Monday, September 28th
12 noon

Clubs are encouraged to submit their entry before the new deadline.

In partnership with PepsiCo, Positive Action Partner of Cork GAA

Cork ETB Rebel Óg Minor Football Finals

Carrigaline are Cork ETB Rebel Óg Premier 1 Minor Football champions after a thrilling victory over Ballincollig at Páirc Uí Rinn.

Ballincollig looked well placed to secure a third successive title after establishing a strong position in the first half and leading by five points early in the second period. Carrigaline responded in impressive fashion, gradually reducing the deficit before taking control in the closing stages.

Luke Jordan and Charlie Hanratty both found the net, while Ben Corkery-Delaney and Cillian Murphy also made important contributions on the scoreboard. Carrigaline finished the stronger of the two sides to claim a 2-15 to 1-13 victory and add the Premier 1 title to their season.

There was nothing to separate Diarmuid Ó Murchu and Macroom in the Premier 2 final, with the sides finishing level on 2-10 to 0-16 after an entertaining contest.

Diarmuid Ó Murchu made the brighter start and built a useful lead during the opening half. Macroom improved significantly after the break and steadily worked their way back into contention.

With victory within reach for Diarmuid Ó Murchu, Macroom continued to press and Eoin Holland struck the equalising point deep into added time.

The Premier 2 decider will now go to a replay next Saturday, with the venue and throw-in time to be confirmed.

Scór na nÓg 2026 and Scór na bPáistí 2027 dates announced

Scór na nÓg is back for 2026, with clubs across Cork now invited to get involved in the upcoming competitions.

If you were U17 on 1 January 2026, you are eligible to take part in Scór na nÓg and represent your club across any of the eight disciplines:

  • Rince Foirne
  • Amhránaíocht Aonair
  • Aithriseoireacht / Scéalaíocht
  • Bailéad Ghrúpa
  • Nuachleas
  • Ceol Uirlise
  • Rince Seit
  • Tráth na gCeist

Divisional competitions will take place ahead of the Cork County competitions, with dates to be confirmed by the respective divisional committees.

Scór na nÓg 2026 – Cork dates

Divisional Finals

Dates: TBC by respective divisional committees.

Tráth na gCeist – County Round

Wednesday, 11 November | 7.30pm
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

The first and second rounds of the county table quiz will take place on the same evening.

The quiz is open to all clubs in Cork, with no qualification from the divisional finals required.

The top three teams at the end of the first round will progress to the second round on the night.

Cork County Final

Saturday, 14 November | 6.30pm
Éire Óg GAA Pavilion, Ovens

Munster Semi-Final

Saturday, 21 November | 2.00pm
Pallasgreen, Co. Limerick

The semi-final will involve representatives from Clare, Tipperary, Limerick and Waterford.

Kerry and Cork receive a bye to the Munster Final.

Munster Final

Sunday, 6 December

Tráth na gCeist: 12 noon
Stage competitions: 2.00pm

Venue: TBC

All-Ireland Final

Saturday, 23 January 2027
TF Royal Theatre, Castlebar


Scór na bPáistí 2027

Dates have also been confirmed for the 2027 Scór na bPáistí competitions.

National school children can take part in the usual eight Scór competitions, with three additional disciplines also available:

  • Rince Aonair
  • Ceol Aonair
  • Rince Sean-Nós

Cork Scór na bPáistí 2027 dates

County Semi-Finals

Friday, 12 March | 7.30pm

Abhann Dubh, Dú Ealla, Múscraí and Seandún

and

Saturday, 13 March | 2.00pm

Beara, Cairbre, Carraigdhoun and Uí Mac Choille

Both semi-finals will take place at the Éire Óg GAA Pavilion, Ovens.

Cork County Final

Saturday, 20 March | 2.00pm
Éire Óg GAA Pavilion, Ovens


Divisional Contacts

Divisional round dates will be confirmed by the respective committees. Clubs looking for further information should contact their divisional representative.

Division Contact
Abhann Dubh / Avondhu Barry Ahern – 086 022 0906 / bazhelen40@gmail.com
Beara John O’Mahony, County Cultural Officer – irishculturalofficer.cork@gaa.ie
Cairbre / Carbery Deirdre Hodnett – 086 825 7136 / dhodnett67@gmail.com
Carraigdhoun Elaine Hurley – elainemaryhurley@gmail.com
Dú Ealla / Duhallow Margaret Kiely – 087 767 3331 / kielymgt@gmail.com
Uí Mac Choille / Imokilly Alan Whelan – 087 440 0654 / ajwhelan123@gmail.com
Múscraí / Muskerry Colm Ó Mocháin – 087 953 6024 / irishculturalofficer.muskerry.cork@gaa.com
Seandún Mick Buckley – chairperson.seandun.cork@gaa.ie

Get involved

Scór provides GAA clubs with an opportunity to celebrate Irish music, song, dance, storytelling and culture, while giving young members the chance to represent their club on the county and provincial stage.

Clubs are encouraged to start preparing now and contact their divisional committee for details of local competitions.

Follow ‘Scór Chorcaí’ on Facebook for the latest Cork Scór news, competition information and updates.

Co-Op Superstores County Hurling Semi-Final’s Details are now confirmed

Championship Semi-Final Fixtures Confirmed

 

Date Time Championship Fixture Venue
Friday, October 2 7.30pm Intermediate A Hurling Sarsfields v Aghada Carrigtwohill
Saturday, October 3 4pm Premier Junior Hurling St. Catherine’s v Barryroe Ballymaw
Saturday, October 3 4pm Intermediate A Hurling Bandon v Midleton Church Road
Saturday, October 3 4pm Premier Intermediate Hurling Valley Rovers v Dungourney Ballyanley
Saturday, October 3 4pm Premier Intermediate Hurling Ballincollig v Carrigaline Ovens
Saturday, October 3 5.15pm Senior A Hurling Blarney v Carrigtwohill SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Saturday, October 3 7pm Senior A Hurling Erin’s Own v Watergrasshill SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Sunday, October 4 2pm Premier Senior Hurling Kanturk v St. Finbarr’s SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Sunday, October 4 3.45pm Premier Senior Hurling Midleton v Glen Rovers SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Sunday, October 4 3pm Premier Junior Hurling Kilshannig v Argideen Rangers Coachford

 

The next round of Cork GAA championship action has been confirmed, with a busy weekend of semi-final fixtures scheduled across the county from Friday, October 2nd to Sunday, October 4th.

The weekend gets underway on Friday evening when Sarsfields face Aghada in the Intermediate A Hurling Championship semi-final at 7.30pm in Carrigtwohill.

Saturday sees a packed programme of knockout action, with five semi-finals taking place across the county. St. Catherine’s meet Barryroe in the Premier Junior Hurling Championship in Ballymaw, while Bandon face Midleton in the Intermediate A Hurling Championship at Church Road.

The two Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship semi-finals will also take place on Saturday afternoon, with Valley Rovers facing Dungourney in Ballyanley and Ballincollig meeting Carrigaline in Ovens.

There will be a double-header of Senior A Hurling Championship semi-finals at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday evening. Blarney take on Carrigtwohill at 5.15pm before Erin’s Own face Watergrasshill at 7pm.

Sunday sees three further semi-finals, including another double-header at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Kanturk meet St. Finbarr’s at 2pm in the Premier Senior Hurling Championship, followed by the meeting of Midleton and Glen Rovers at 3.45pm.

The weekend’s championship action concludes in Coachford at 3pm on Sunday when Kilshannig face Argideen Rangers in the Premier Junior Hurling Championship semi-final.

With places in the various county championship finals at stake, another exciting weekend of Cork GAA knockout action awaits.

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