Co-Op Superstores Cork PIHC Final
Ballincollig 1-19 Dungourney 0-16
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Ballincollig are the 2026 Co-Op Superstores Premier Intermediate Hurling champions after a six-point win over Dungourney at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday. The title secures their place in the Senior A ranks for 2027.
It was the perfect response to last year’s final defeat. Ballincollig went through this year’s championship unbeaten. On Sunday, a second-half goal from Adam Wills and a strong final quarter finally brought the cup back to the village.
Dungourney started the better. Cillian O’Callaghan opened the scoring and Jack Leahy kicked on with a free and a point from play. Points from Stephen Wills, Cian O’Driscoll and Theo Morgan kept Ballincollig in touch, and corner-back Fenton Denny added a fine long-range score. Leahy was Dungourney’s main source of scores and they led 0-7 to 0-5 after 17 minutes.
From there the sides traded points. Adam Wills struck from a tight angle, Ross O’Donovan landed a huge effort from distance, and Morgan’s late point left just one between them at half-time, Dungourney leading 0-10 to 0-9.
Stephen Wills levelled from a free on the restart, and Harry Ahearne then put Ballincollig in front for the first time. Dungourney stayed with them through Kelvin Coady Byrne and Shane Hegarty, and it was level again when Cork panellist Brian Keating came on in the 40th minute. He changed the game. O’Driscoll and Stephen Wills pushed Ballincollig ahead before Keating cut through the middle and set up Adam Wills for the decisive goal.
Ballincollig pulled away from there with further scores from O’Driscoll, Darragh O’Mahony, Morgan and Keating himself. In defence, captain James Dwyer did an excellent job on O’Callaghan. Kevin and David O’Leary were also strong, and the backs held firm as Dungourney went looking for a goal. Leahy, John Ahern and Cormac Griffin added late points for the East Cork side, and substitute Peter Kelly had the last word for the winners.
In his speech, Dwyer dedicated the win to the late Killian Lee, whose family has deep roots in the Ballincollig club.
Scorers for Ballincollig: S Wills 0-6 (0-1 f), A Wills 1-1, C O’Driscoll 0-3, T Morgan 0-3, R O’Donovan 0-1, F Denny 0-1, D O’Mahony 0-1, B Keating 0-1, P Kelly 0-1, H Ahearne 0-1.
Scorers for Dungourney: J Leahy 0-7 (0-3 f, 0-1 65), K Coady Byrne 0-3, S Hegarty 0-2, John Ahern 0-2, C Griffin 0-1, C O’Callaghan 0-1.
BALLINCOLLIG: J Linehan; R O’Donovan, J Dwyer (c), F Denny; K O’Leary, D O’Sullivan, D O’Leary; H Ahearne, T Morgan; C O’Driscoll, S Wills, D O’Mahony; A Wills, T O’Connell, D Miskella.
Subs: B Coleman for D O’Sullivan (18, inj), B Keating for T O’Connell (40), P Kelly for D O’Mahony (58), C Dalton for H Ahearne (60), C Sexton for T Morgan (63).
DUNGOURNEY: P Flynn; C Morgan, R Harney, D Healy; M Leahy, J Griffin, M McGrath (c); S Hegarty, J McCarthy; K Coady Byrne, John Ahern, N McGrath; N Motherway, C O’Callaghan, J Leahy.
Subs: F Daly for N McGrath (50), C Ryan for R Harney (53, inj), C Griffin for K Coady Byrne (58), James Ahern for M McGrath (63).
Referee: Niall Fahy (Brian Dillon’s)
Ballincollig crowned Co-Op Superstores Premier Intermediate hurling champions
Co-Op Superstores Cork PIHC Final
Ballincollig 1-19 Dungourney 0-16
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Ballincollig are the 2026 Co-Op Superstores Premier Intermediate Hurling champions after a six-point win over Dungourney at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday. The title secures their place in the Senior A ranks for 2027.
It was the perfect response to last year’s final defeat. Ballincollig went through this year’s championship unbeaten. On Sunday, a second-half goal from Adam Wills and a strong final quarter finally brought the cup back to the village.
Dungourney started the better. Cillian O’Callaghan opened the scoring and Jack Leahy kicked on with a free and a point from play. Points from Stephen Wills, Cian O’Driscoll and Theo Morgan kept Ballincollig in touch, and corner-back Fenton Denny added a fine long-range score. Leahy was Dungourney’s main source of scores and they led 0-7 to 0-5 after 17 minutes.
From there the sides traded points. Adam Wills struck from a tight angle, Ross O’Donovan landed a huge effort from distance, and Morgan’s late point left just one between them at half-time, Dungourney leading 0-10 to 0-9.
Stephen Wills levelled from a free on the restart, and Harry Ahearne then put Ballincollig in front for the first time. Dungourney stayed with them through Kelvin Coady Byrne and Shane Hegarty, and it was level again when Cork panellist Brian Keating came on in the 40th minute. He changed the game. O’Driscoll and Stephen Wills pushed Ballincollig ahead before Keating cut through the middle and set up Adam Wills for the decisive goal.
Ballincollig pulled away from there with further scores from O’Driscoll, Darragh O’Mahony, Morgan and Keating himself. In defence, captain James Dwyer did an excellent job on O’Callaghan. Kevin and David O’Leary were also strong, and the backs held firm as Dungourney went looking for a goal. Leahy, John Ahern and Cormac Griffin added late points for the East Cork side, and substitute Peter Kelly had the last word for the winners.
In his speech, Dwyer dedicated the win to the late Killian Lee, whose family has deep roots in the Ballincollig club.
Scorers for Ballincollig: S Wills 0-6 (0-1 f), A Wills 1-1, C O’Driscoll 0-3, T Morgan 0-3, R O’Donovan 0-1, F Denny 0-1, D O’Mahony 0-1, B Keating 0-1, P Kelly 0-1, H Ahearne 0-1.
Scorers for Dungourney: J Leahy 0-7 (0-3 f, 0-1 65), K Coady Byrne 0-3, S Hegarty 0-2, John Ahern 0-2, C Griffin 0-1, C O’Callaghan 0-1.
BALLINCOLLIG: J Linehan; R O’Donovan, J Dwyer (c), F Denny; K O’Leary, D O’Sullivan, D O’Leary; H Ahearne, T Morgan; C O’Driscoll, S Wills, D O’Mahony; A Wills, T O’Connell, D Miskella.
Subs: B Coleman for D O’Sullivan (18, inj), B Keating for T O’Connell (40), P Kelly for D O’Mahony (58), C Dalton for H Ahearne (60), C Sexton for T Morgan (63).
DUNGOURNEY: P Flynn; C Morgan, R Harney, D Healy; M Leahy, J Griffin, M McGrath (c); S Hegarty, J McCarthy; K Coady Byrne, John Ahern, N McGrath; N Motherway, C O’Callaghan, J Leahy.
Subs: F Daly for N McGrath (50), C Ryan for R Harney (53, inj), C Griffin for K Coady Byrne (58), James Ahern for M McGrath (63).
Referee: Niall Fahy (Brian Dillon’s)
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Both County Hurling Finals Live on Clubber TV
Co-Op Superstores Cork County Hurling Finals · Sunday 18 October · SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Can’t make it to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday? Both of this weekend’s county hurling finals will be shown live on Clubber TV, our broadcast partner, so supporters at home and abroad won’t miss a puck.
The Premier Intermediate final between Ballincollig and Dungourney throws in at 2pm. It’s followed at 4pm by the Premier Senior decider, as old rivals Glen Rovers and St Finbarr’s meet for the Seán Óg Murphy Cup.
The games
Ballincollig v Dungourney (2pm). A first county title is on the line for both clubs. Ballincollig are back in the final after losing last year’s decider to Ballinhassig, while Dungourney are in their first Premier Intermediate final.
Glen Rovers v St Finbarr’s (4pm). Two of the city’s great hurling clubs meet in a decider steeped in history. The Glen have 27 senior titles to the Barrs’ 26.
How to watch
Both finals will be streamed live on Clubber TV, with coverage supported by Aviva. To watch, go to www.clubber.ie, find the Cork county finals and follow the steps to get access.
We’d recommend setting up your account before Sunday so you’re ready for throw-in at 2pm.
Going to the game?
For supporters heading to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh:
For more information visit www.gaacork.ie
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Glen Rovers V Midleton
St.Finbarr’s V Kanturk
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Valley Rovers V Dungourney
Ballincollig v Carrigaline
Munster v Racing 92: match information
Munster v Racing 92: match information
Investec Champions Cup · SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh · Saturday 17 October 2026.
Champions Cup rugby returns to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this Saturday, when Munster take on Racing 92. Here is everything you need to know before you travel.
Key details
Getting to the stadium
You can walk from Cork city centre in about 25 minutes, or follow the Marina Greenway from Mahon. Bus Éireann routes 202 and 212 serve the stadium, and Kent Station is about 35 minutes on foot.
Road closure
Marquee Road is closed, so there is no access from that direction. The only access turn is at the top of Monahan Road / Centre Park Road. Please follow the directions of Gardaí and stewards.
Parking
There is no parking at the stadium. Parking is available in Mahon, by Páirc Uí Rinn. Please respect our local community when you park. Traffic will be heavy before and after the game, so allow plenty of time.
Leaving the stadium
All cars leaving after the game will need to join the South Link, heading for the Kinsale Road. An Garda Síochána have advised that traffic from Mahon and Ballintemple heading towards the South Link will get priority exiting. Please be patient and follow the directions of Gardaí and stewards.
We look forward to welcoming you to Cork on Saturday.
Co-Op Superstores Premier SHC final- All you need to know
County Finals Sunday: All You Need to Know
Co-Op Superstores Cork Premier Intermediate and Premier Senior Hurling Championship Finals Sunday 18 October · SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Two county hurling finals take place at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this Sunday. Ballincollig play Dungourney in the Premier Intermediate final at 2pm, then Glen Rovers meet St Finbarr’s in the Premier Senior final at 4pm. Here is everything supporters need to know for the day.
At a glance
Where: Both finals take place at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday, October 18.
Stadium opening: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh opens at 12.30pm for Premium ticket holders and at 1pm for all other stands.
Stands and seating: The North Stand, the South Stand (Lower, Upper and Premium levels) and the Blackrock Terrace will be open. Seating is unreserved and on a first come, first served basis, so supporters are encouraged to arrive early. The stands are shown the on the map below. South Stand Upper is in Yellow.
Where to watch: Both finals will be broadcast live on our broadcast partner’s website, Clubber. Supporters can visit www.clubber.ie for live coverage.
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased in advance at selected SuperValu and Centra stores or online at gaacork.ie/tickets. U16s do not require a ticket.
Premier Intermediate Final: Ballincollig v Dungourney (2pm)
How many titles have they won?
Neither club has won the Premier Intermediate title, so Sunday will produce a first-time champion. Ballincollig were runners-up last year, losing the 2025 final to Ballinhassig. Dungourney are in their first Premier Intermediate final.
Road to the final
Ballincollig won all three of their group games to top Group 1 and go straight through to the semi-final, where they beat Carrigaline 1-25 to 2-19.
Dungourney came through Group 2 after an opening-round defeat to Cloyne. They beat Aghabullogue 3-26 to 3-25 after extra time in the quarter-final, then booked their place in the final with a 2-14 to 1-15 win over Valley Rovers in the semi-final.
Who’s the referee?
Niall Fahy of Brian Dillons will take charge of the final. He previously refereed the Intermediate A Hurling Final in 2024 and took charge of a Munster championship game in Semple Stadium this year.
Linesmen: Canice Walsh (Nemo Rangers), Ian McCarthy (Bandon). Umpires: John O’Herlihy, Willie Murphy, Jason Long (Brian Dillons), Gordon Ahern (Lough Rovers).
Running order
Premier Senior Final: Glen Rovers v St Finbarr’s (4pm)
How many titles have they won?
Glen Rovers have won 27 Cork Premier Senior Hurling Championship titles and finished runners-up on 18 occasions. St Finbarr’s have won 26 titles and finished runners-up 15 times. Both clubs will be aiming to add another county title to their impressive records.
Road to the final
Glen Rovers finished second in the group stages before securing their place in the final with a 2-21 to 1-18 victory over Midleton in the semi-final. They had previously defeated Charleville in the quarter-final.
St Finbarr’s also finished second in the group stages. They booked their place in the final with a 1-27 to 1-22 win over Kanturk in the semi-final, having previously defeated Imokilly in the quarter-final.
Who’s the referee?
Wayne King of Banteer will take charge of the final. He previously refereed the Co-Op Superstores Senior A Hurling Final in 2024.
Linesmen: Ciarán Murphy (Glanworth), Colm Lyons (Nemo Rangers). 4th Official: Patrick O’Mahony (Kilbrittain). Umpires: Evan O’Brien, Kelvin O’Connor, Gerry O’Connor (all Banteer), Richie King (Kilbrin).
Running order
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