Results Round-Up: McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championship
In the Premier Senior Football Championship, Carbery Rangers and Valley Rovers could not be separated in their relegation play-off, finishing level on 1-9 apiece. The CCCC of the board will meet in the coming days to confirm details of the replay.
The Senior ‘A’ Football Championship served up high-scoring ties. Knocknagree edged Kanturk in a thrilling contest, running out winners by 2-19 to 0-23 to secure their place in the Semi-Finals. O’Donovan Rossa also had reason to celebrate after surviving their relegation battle with a 1-18 to 0-17 victory over Fermoy.
Meanwhile, decisive quarter-final action in the Premier Intermediate Championship saw Aghabullogue prove too strong for Kiskeam, winning 3-16 to 0-12, while Aghada marched through with a 2-12 to 0-10 victory over Glanmire.
In the Intermediate ‘A’ Championship, Dromtarriffe edged out St Vincent’s in a tight relegation play-off on a 3-13 to 2-15 scoreline. Ilen Rovers booked their place in the last four with a 2-12 to 1-10 win against Mitchelstown, and Ballinora also advanced after overcoming Gabriel Rangers 1-13 to 1-11.
The Premier Junior Championship provided plenty of talking points. Millstreet got the better of Ballydesmond in their relegation clash, winning 1-14 to 0-13. In the knock-out stages, Canovee advanced with an impressive 3-16 to 2-8 win over Cullen, while Cobh edged Inniscarra 1-12 to 0-14 to set up a semi-final clash
Results Round up from Saturday’s games
McCarthy Insurance Group Senior FC
Carbery Rangers
1-9
Valley Rovers
1-9
McCarthy Insurance Group Senior ‘A’ FC
Knocknagree
2-19
Kanturk
0-23
Fermoy
0-17
O Donovan Rossa
1-18
McCarthy Insurance Group Premier IFC
Aghabullogue
3-16
Kiskeam
0-12
Glanmire
0-10
Aghada
2-12
McCarthy Insurance Group Intermediate ‘A’ FC
Dromtarriffe
3-13
St Vincents
2-15
Ilen Rovers
2-12
Mitchelstown
1-10
Gabriel Rangers
1-11
Ballinora
1-13
McCarthy Insurance Group Premier JFC
Millstreet
1-14
Ballydesmond
0-13
Cullen
2-8
Canovee
3-16
Inniscarra
0-14
Cobh
1-12
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It’s a bumper weekend of championship action across Cork, with County Quarter-Finals taking centre stage and crucial relegation ties also on the line.
The action begins on Friday night in Ballyhooly, where at 7:45pm Erins Own and Newtownshandrum meet once again in a Co-Op Superstores Premier SHC relegation play-off replay.
On Saturday, the spotlight turns to football. At 5:00pm in Enniskeane, Carbery Rangers and Valley Rovers clash in a Senior Football relegation showdown, while at the very same time in Kilbrin, Knocknagree meet Kanturk in the Senior ‘A’ Championship. Also at 5:00pm, Páirc Uí Rinn stages another huge relegation battle as Fermoy face O’Donovan Rossa.
Earlier in the afternoon, the Premier Intermediate Football Championship throws in with Aghabullogue against Kiskeam in Banteer at 4:15pm, followed by Glanmire meeting Aghada in Lisgoold at 5:00pm.
The Intermediate ‘A’ Football Championship also brings big drama, with Dromtarriffe and St Vincents squaring off in Macroom at 4:00pm in a relegation clash. Just half an hour later, Ilen Rovers and Mitchelstown meet in Newcestown at 4:30pm, before Gabriel Rangers and Ballinora line out in Rossmore at 5:30pm.
In the Premier Junior Football Championship, Millstreet and Ballydesmond face each other in Boherbue at 2:00pm in a relegation battle, before Cullen take on Canovee in Donoughmore at 4:00pm. At the very same time, Inniscarra and Cobh meet in Grenagh.
Sunday’s action is just as packed. At 2:00pm in Páirc Uí Rinn, Newcestown meet Carrigaline in the Senior Football Championship, while an hour later in Clonakilty, St Finbarrs face Castlehaven in what promises to be one of the ties of the round. Back in Páirc Uí Rinn at 4:00pm, Ballincollig meet Duhallow in another heavyweight clash.
In the Senior ‘A’ Championship, Éire Óg take on Bishopstown in Ballyanley at 3:00pm, while in the Premier Intermediate Championship, Bandon and Macroom collide in Kilmurry at 2:00pm.
It promises to be a thrilling weekend of football and hurling with plenty at stake — survival for some, and progression for others.
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The GAA, LGFA and Camogie Associations are pleased to make available to their membership a Concussion Education Course specific to Gaelic Games.
One course per province will run during the month of October, and these free events are available to any club member.
These interactive courses, following on from the updated Concussion Management Guidelines for Gaelic Games document published earlier this year, will help non-medically-trained volunteers to recognise the main signs and symptoms of concussion and will provide a clear understanding of the principles of concussion management, treatment and rehabilitation. We would encourage any member interested in improving their knowledge on this important player welfare subject to register for one of the four courses as listed below –
Munster GAA HQ, Limerick – 16/10/25 – 7.00pm Connacht COE, Bekan, Mayo – 20/10/25 – 7.00pm National Games Development Centre, Abbotstown, Dublin – 21/10/25 – 7.00pm Tyrone GAA COE, Garvaghy – 29/10/25 – 7.00pm Please use the below registration link to confirm your place. Please only confirm if you will be in a position to attend in person.
https://forms.office.com/e/4VELSfUv40
All GAA Concussion-related resources can be accessed here – https://learning.gaa.ie/concussion
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Munster GAA is once again offering Third Level Bursaries for the 2025/26 academic year.
Students from Cork who are attending third level colleges outside of UCC are encouraged to apply for this valuable support scheme.
📌 Key Details:
The bursaries are open to students who are active members of their GAA club and are pursuing studies at third level.
The closing date for applications is Thursday, 10th October 2025 (close of business).
Late applications will not be accepted.
🔗 How to Apply: Complete the official Munster Council Bursary Application Form 2025/26 and ensure it is submitted by the deadline. Contact local GAA development officer in your college.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to receive recognition and support for their commitment to both their studies and the GAA.
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We are asking that all Duhallow GAA clubs are represented on the evening.
The meeting will be no longer than 45 minutes and will serve as a quick information briefing for club delegates to bring back to their own club meetings.
Your attendance and representation will be greatly appreciated.
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Results Round-Up: McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championship
Results Round-Up: McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championship
In the Premier Senior Football Championship, Carbery Rangers and Valley Rovers could not be separated in their relegation play-off, finishing level on 1-9 apiece. The CCCC of the board will meet in the coming days to confirm details of the replay.
The Senior ‘A’ Football Championship served up high-scoring ties. Knocknagree edged Kanturk in a thrilling contest, running out winners by 2-19 to 0-23 to secure their place in the Semi-Finals. O’Donovan Rossa also had reason to celebrate after surviving their relegation battle with a 1-18 to 0-17 victory over Fermoy.
Meanwhile, decisive quarter-final action in the Premier Intermediate Championship saw Aghabullogue prove too strong for Kiskeam, winning 3-16 to 0-12, while Aghada marched through with a 2-12 to 0-10 victory over Glanmire.
In the Intermediate ‘A’ Championship, Dromtarriffe edged out St Vincent’s in a tight relegation play-off on a 3-13 to 2-15 scoreline. Ilen Rovers booked their place in the last four with a 2-12 to 1-10 win against Mitchelstown, and Ballinora also advanced after overcoming Gabriel Rangers 1-13 to 1-11.
The Premier Junior Championship provided plenty of talking points. Millstreet got the better of Ballydesmond in their relegation clash, winning 1-14 to 0-13. In the knock-out stages, Canovee advanced with an impressive 3-16 to 2-8 win over Cullen, while Cobh edged Inniscarra 1-12 to 0-14 to set up a semi-final clash
Results Round up from Saturday’s games
Championship Weekend Story
Championship Weekend Story
It’s a bumper weekend of championship action across Cork, with County Quarter-Finals taking centre stage and crucial relegation ties also on the line.
The action begins on Friday night in Ballyhooly, where at 7:45pm Erins Own and Newtownshandrum meet once again in a Co-Op Superstores Premier SHC relegation play-off replay.
On Saturday, the spotlight turns to football. At 5:00pm in Enniskeane, Carbery Rangers and Valley Rovers clash in a Senior Football relegation showdown, while at the very same time in Kilbrin, Knocknagree meet Kanturk in the Senior ‘A’ Championship. Also at 5:00pm, Páirc Uí Rinn stages another huge relegation battle as Fermoy face O’Donovan Rossa.
Earlier in the afternoon, the Premier Intermediate Football Championship throws in with Aghabullogue against Kiskeam in Banteer at 4:15pm, followed by Glanmire meeting Aghada in Lisgoold at 5:00pm.
The Intermediate ‘A’ Football Championship also brings big drama, with Dromtarriffe and St Vincents squaring off in Macroom at 4:00pm in a relegation clash. Just half an hour later, Ilen Rovers and Mitchelstown meet in Newcestown at 4:30pm, before Gabriel Rangers and Ballinora line out in Rossmore at 5:30pm.
In the Premier Junior Football Championship, Millstreet and Ballydesmond face each other in Boherbue at 2:00pm in a relegation battle, before Cullen take on Canovee in Donoughmore at 4:00pm. At the very same time, Inniscarra and Cobh meet in Grenagh.
Sunday’s action is just as packed. At 2:00pm in Páirc Uí Rinn, Newcestown meet Carrigaline in the Senior Football Championship, while an hour later in Clonakilty, St Finbarrs face Castlehaven in what promises to be one of the ties of the round. Back in Páirc Uí Rinn at 4:00pm, Ballincollig meet Duhallow in another heavyweight clash.
In the Senior ‘A’ Championship, Éire Óg take on Bishopstown in Ballyanley at 3:00pm, while in the Premier Intermediate Championship, Bandon and Macroom collide in Kilmurry at 2:00pm.
It promises to be a thrilling weekend of football and hurling with plenty at stake — survival for some, and progression for others.
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Cork V UCC | Canon O’Brien Cup Final
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Concussion Education Course specific to Gaelic Games.
The GAA, LGFA and Camogie Associations are pleased to make available to their membership a Concussion Education Course specific to Gaelic Games.
One course per province will run during the month of October, and these free events are available to any club member.
These interactive courses, following on from the updated Concussion Management Guidelines for Gaelic Games document published earlier this year, will help non-medically-trained volunteers to recognise the main signs and symptoms of concussion and will provide a clear understanding of the principles of concussion management, treatment and rehabilitation. We would encourage any member interested in improving their knowledge on this important player welfare subject to register for one of the four courses as listed below –
Munster GAA HQ, Limerick – 16/10/25 – 7.00pm
Connacht COE, Bekan, Mayo – 20/10/25 – 7.00pm
National Games Development Centre, Abbotstown, Dublin – 21/10/25 – 7.00pm
Tyrone GAA COE, Garvaghy – 29/10/25 – 7.00pm
Please use the below registration link to confirm your place. Please only confirm if you will be in a position to attend in person.
https://forms.office.com/e/4VELSfUv40
All GAA Concussion-related resources can be accessed here – https://learning.gaa.ie/concussion
Apply Now for Munster GAA Third Level Bursaries
Apply Now for Munster GAA Third Level Bursaries
Munster GAA is once again offering Third Level Bursaries for the 2025/26 academic year.
Students from Cork who are attending third level colleges outside of UCC are encouraged to apply for this valuable support scheme.
📌 Key Details:
The bursaries are open to students who are active members of their GAA club and are pursuing studies at third level.
The closing date for applications is Thursday, 10th October 2025 (close of business).
Late applications will not be accepted.
🔗 How to Apply:
Complete the official Munster Council Bursary Application Form 2025/26 and ensure it is submitted by the deadline. Contact local GAA development officer in your college.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to receive recognition and support for their commitment to both their studies and the GAA.
Duhallow Clubs Information Briefing
Cork GAA GDC Pat Spratt has announced details of a short information meeting for all DuhallowGAA clubs will take place on:
📅 Date: Wednesday, 1st October
⏰ Time: 7.30pm
📍 Venue: KanturkGAA Meeting Room
We are asking that all Duhallow GAA clubs are represented on the evening.
The meeting will be no longer than 45 minutes and will serve as a quick information briefing for club delegates to bring back to their own club meetings.
Your attendance and representation will be greatly appreciated.