Co-Op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship Wrap-Up: 

The Co-Op Superstores Senior ‘A’ Hurling Championship concluded its group stages with a series of high-scoring encounters, producing some impressive wins and setting the stage for a thrilling knockout phase.

Carrigtwohill delivered a dominant 4-20 to 1-14 victory over Killeagh, while Na Piarsaigh edged Fermoy 2-14 to 0-17 in a competitive clash. Ballyhea overcame Bishopstown 3-14 to 1-9, and Castlelyons secured a 2-18 to 1-18 win over Inniscarra. Blarney ran out convincing 3-17 to 0-7 winners against Courcey Rovers, while Watergrasshill defeated Bride Rovers 1-22 to 1-13.

With the group stages complete, the quarter-final line-up is now confirmed:

Quarter-Finalists

• Inniscarra

• Bride Rovers

• Blarney

• Na Piarsaigh

Following the quarter-finals, the semi-finals are set with Carrigtwohill and Castlelyons placed on opposite sides of the draw, guaranteeing they can only meet in the final. The other semi-finalists will emerge from the quarter-final winners.

Relegation Final

• Bishopstown vs Courcey Rovers

The championship now moves into the knockout phase, with intense battles ahead as clubs chase Senior ‘A’ honours and aim to avoid the relegation decider.

Round 3 Wrap-up of Co-op Superstores Intermediate ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Round 3 of the Co-op Superstores Intermediate ‘A’ Hurling Championship delivered plenty of drama, goals, and hard-fought wins as the group stages came to a close — and now the quarter-final picture is officially set.

Bandon impressed once again with a strong 1-25 to 1-15 victory over Mayfield, showing their sharpness in attack and consistency across the campaign to secure a knockout place. Russell Rovers edged Midleton 2-18 to 2-16 in a thriller, but Midleton’s earlier form was enough to ensure a place in the knock-out stages.

Sars overcame Aghabullogue 3-13 to 2-13 in a battle of fine margins — though both clubs ultimately booked their place in the last 6. Meanwhile, Youghal and Blackrock served up one of the games of the season, a seven-goal shootout that finished 4-13 to 3-16.

Aghada finished strongly with a 2-20 to 1-15 win over Ballygiblin, confirming their place in the last eight, while Erin’s Own held off Kildorrery 2-12 to 0-15 in another tight affair that sealed their progression.

With three competitive rounds now complete, the group stages have produced high-quality hurling and no shortage of drama. Supporters can now look forward to an exciting quarter-final series featuring six clubs still in the hunt for championship honours.