Munster GAA is delighted to announce the launch of the 2026 Club Development Grants Scheme, with applications opening on 24th July 2026, providing clubs across the province with a significant opportunity to invest in their future and further enhance facilities at the heart of their communities.

The €1.5 million scheme funded through a partnership between Central Council
and Munster GAA and supports a wide range of club development initiatives.
Under the scheme, clubs can apply for support across a broad range of categories including land
acquisition, changing rooms, gym developments, handball facilities, pitch development,
floodlighting, hurling walls, spectator facilities, accessibility improvements and property
ownership regularisation.

The programme forms part of Munster GAA’s continued commitment to supporting clubs in
delivering high-quality facilities that encourage participation, strengthen communities and
provide lasting benefits for generations of players, members and supporters.

Munster GAA Chairperson, Tim Murphy welcomed the opening of the scheme and encouraged
clubs throughout the province to explore the opportunities available.

“Our clubs are at the heart of every community across Munster, and the Club Development
Grants Scheme is designed to help them realise their ambitions. Whether a club is planning a
major infrastructure project or enhancing existing facilities, this scheme provides practical
support to help turn those plans into reality.

Across the province, clubs continue to demonstrate incredible vision, commitment and
volunteerism. Munster GAA is proud to support that work through a grants programme that
invests directly in the future of our clubs, our communities and our games.

We would encourage every eligible club with a development project to review the guidelines and
consider making an application.”

The scheme aims to support projects that deliver long-term benefits while increasing
opportunities for participation in Gaelic Games.

Applications will be accepted through the dedicated online portal available via www.munster.gaa.ie.

All applications will be assessed through a comprehensive vetting process involving both
County Boards and Munster GAA.

The closing date for applications is 28 August 2026, with successful grant recipients expected to
be announced in October 2026.

Munster GAA acknowledges the outstanding work being carried out by volunteers and club
o􀆯icers throughout the province and is proud to continue supporting projects that strengthen
facilities, foster participation and build sustainable futures for clubs across Munster.

For full details on the 2026 Club Development Grants Scheme and to access the application portal, visit www.munster.gaa.ie.

 

Cork retained the ZuCar All-Ireland U18 A title with a disciplined 0-11 to 0-7 victory over Roscommon at Glenisk O’Connor Park, Tullamore, on Saturday. Kieran O’Shea and his management team deserve huge credit for guiding the Rebels to back-to-back national crowns, adding to their Munster title and completing another outstanding campaign.

In a final played under the old GAA rules, Cork showed patience and composure against a Roscommon side that packed numbers behind the ball and looked to counter-attack. The Connacht champions, appearing in their first U18 A decider since 1991, were backed by a large travelling support and stayed in contention throughout.

Cork led 0-6 to 0-3 at half-time, with Róisín Ní Liatháin impressing in attack. Laura Walsh’s accuracy from placed balls proved decisive, while Cork’s dominance of kick-out possession helped them control the second half.

Scorers for Cork: L Walsh 0-5 f, R Ní Liatháin 0-3, C O’Donnell, L Finnegan, S O’Connor 0-1 each.

Roscommon: L Glennon (0-3 f) 0-4, I Kenny 0-2, A Creevy 0-1.

CORK: R Duggan (Clonakilty); A Kelleher (Kinsale), A Collins (Nemo Rangers), M Barrett (Erin’s Own); É Walsh (Mourneabbey), A Coughlan (Aghada), C O’Donnell (Kinsale); C Ní Mhocháin (Naomh Abán), S O’Connor (Ballincollig); L Finnegan (Mourneabbey), L Walsh (captain, Mourneabbey), E Connolly (Castlehaven); A Devereaux (Youghal), L O’Connor (Inch Rovers), R Ní Liatháin (Naomh Abán).

Subs: A Treacy (Glanmire) for L O’Connor (41), Á Kearney (Kinsale) for A. Devereaux (49).

ROSCOMMON: L Finneran; E Halpin, M Finneran, A McCormack; C Trautt, L McSharry, G Gerrity; S Jane O’Connor, R Higgins; L Glennon, R Flynn, A Creevy; V Gannon, I Kenny, S McGrath (captain).

Subs: S Meghan for R Flynn (39), A Nugent for I Kenny (43), A Rogers for V Gannon (52), C Mulryan for S McGrath (52).

Referee: Eddie Cuthbert (Down).