Cork to play UCC in Canon O’Brien Cup
Find out all you need to know about the game below.
Where?
Mardyke Grounds
When?
Saturday 30th November 2023, 2pm,
Did You Know? The Canon O’Brien Cup: Honoring the Legacy of a Hurling Legend
The Canon O’Brien Cup holds a special place in the world of hurling, as it is contested annually between Cork and University College Cork (UCC). This prestigious game pays homage to the remarkable coaching career of Canon Michael O’Brien, a true icon in the sport.
As a coach, Canon O’Brien achieved unparalleled success, starting by leading St. Finbarr’s Seminary, Farranferris, to victory in the Harty Cup and All-Ireland College championships. His coaching prowess continued at UCC, where he guided the team to an impressive 10 Fitzgibbon Cup triumphs. Canon O’Brien’s influence extended beyond the college level, as he steered the Cork hurling team to two All-Ireland titles, with the pinnacle being the historic double in 1990.
Canon O’Brien’s impact on Cork hurling is undeniable, with five Munster titles secured under his guidance for the Cork Seniors. His dedication to nurturing talent also reflected in the success of Cork Minors, who claimed an impressive six All-Ireland titles with Canon O’Brien at the helm.
Beyond his contributions to county teams, Canon O’Brien left an indelible mark on club hurling, coaching teams to championship victories.
Team News
Cork Team can be viewed here
UCC Team: Bríon Saunderson (Midleton); Ger Mellerick (Fr O’Neills), Shane Kingston (Ballinora), Seán Daly (Randal Óg); Joe Fitzpatrick (Dunnamaggin Kilkenny), Robert Downey (Glen Rovers), Luke Elliott (Sarsfields); Ethan Twomey (St Finbarr’s), Cormac O’Brien (Newtownshandrum); Brian Hayes (St Finbarr’s), Peter McGarry (St Mary’s Clonmel, Tipperary), Ben Cunningham (St Finbarr’s); Robbie Cotter (Blackrock), Shane Barrett (Blarney), Darragh Stakelum (Thurles Sarsfields, Tipperary).
Subs: Jack McCarthy (St Finbarr’s), Colm McCarthy (Sarsfields), Eddie Stokes (Doon, Limerick), Richie McEvoy (Lisdowney, Kilkenny), Eoin O’Leary (Glen Rovers), William Buckley (St Finbarr’s), Fionn Coleman (Blackrock), Daniel Hogan (Sarsfields), Sam Cunningham (St Finbarr’s), Ronan Fox (Ahane), Seán Moore (Carrickshock, Kilkenny), Mark Carey (Nenagh Éire Óg, Tipperary), Conor McGoldrick (Éire Óg), Ciarán Doolan (St Finbarr’s), Matt Brady (Éire Óg)
Ticket information
Admission is €5 cash only. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Dillon Quirke Foundation
Competition History
Cork 7 wins, last in 2022, UCC 2 wins, last in 2020
Year
2013 Cork 3-20 University College Cork 1-16
2014 Cork 2-19 University College Cork 1-14
2015 Cork 1-26 University College Cork 2-12
2016 Cork 2-12 University College Cork 0-13
2017 University College Cork 0-22 Cork 1-13
2018 No game took place
2019 Cork 1-24 University College Cork 1-23
2020 University College Cork 2-18 Cork 1-20
2021 No game took place
2022 Cork 1-17 University College Cork 1-15
2023 Cork 0-25 University College Cork 1-15
UCC win Canon O’Brien Cup
UCC 1-24, Cork 1-23
UCC secured a thrilling victory over Cork in the Canon O’Brien Cup at the Mardyke on Saturday, with Brian Hayes delivering the decisive point in the late stages. This win marked UCC’s third triumph in the tenth edition of the fixture, showcasing their prowess in a well-fought contest.
Photo: Denis O’Flynn
The key to their success lay in strategic scoring bursts, with five and four points respectively in the second half. In the first half, Hayes found the net for UCC, while Sean Twomey raised Cork’s green flag, adding intensity and excitement to the match.
Photo: Denis O’Flynn
Scorers for UCC: B Hayes 1-3, B Cunningham (0-2f), W Buckley 0-5 each, R Cotter 0-3, C O’Brien, L Elliott, F Coleman 0-2 each, D Stakelum, D Hogan 0-1 each.
Cork: S Kingston 0-7 (0-1f, 0-1 65), S Twomey 1-0, C Lehane 0-3, S Quirke, E Carey, C Beausang, D Flynn, 0-2 each, C O’Callaghan, J O’Connor, S Walsh, D Dalton, S Desmond 0-1 each.
UCC: (Cork unless stated): B Saunderson (Midleton); G Millerick (Fr O’Neill’s), S Kingston (Ballinora), M Carey (Nenagh Éire Óg, Tipperary); L Elliott (Sarsfields), R Downey (Glen Rovers), C O’Brien (Newtownshandrum); S Daly (Randal Óg), W Buckley (St Finbarr’s); B Cunningham (St Finbarr’s), P McGarry (St Mary’s Clonmel, Tipperary), B Hayes (St Finbarr’s), R Cotter (Blackrock), D Hogan (Sarsfields), D Stakelum (Thurles Sarsfields, Tipperary). Subs: F Coleman (Blackrock) for McGarry (34, injured), S Barrett (Blarney) for Stakelum (40), C McGoldrick (Éire Óg) for Elliott (47), E O’Leary (Glen Rovers) for Hogan (51), S Moore (Carrickshock, Kilkenny) for Carey (51, injured), Colm McCarthy (Sarsfields) for Downey (52, injured).
CORK: G Collins (Ballinhassig); Cathal McCarthy (Sarsfields), D O’Leary (Watergrasshill), D O’Sullivan (Ballinhassig); C O’Callaghan (Dromtarriffe), T O’Connell (Midleton), D Harrington (Fr O’Neills); S Quirke (Midleton), E Carey (Kilworth); S Kingston (Douglas), C Lehane (Midleton, Capt)), D Flynn (Ballygiblin); J O’Connor (Sarsfields), S Twomey (Courcey Rovers), C Beausang (Midleton). Subs: D Dalton (Fr O’Neill’s) for Flynn, S Desmond (Watergrasshill) for Twomey (both half-time), T O’Connell (Ballincollig) for Quirke (44), S Walsh (Carrigtwohill) for Beausang (44).
Referee: C Lyons (Nemo Rangers).
All You Need To Know | UCC v Cork | Canon O’Brien Cup
Cork to play UCC in Canon O’Brien Cup
Find out all you need to know about the game below.
Where?
Mardyke Grounds
When?
Saturday 30th November 2023, 2pm,
Did You Know? The Canon O’Brien Cup: Honoring the Legacy of a Hurling Legend
The Canon O’Brien Cup holds a special place in the world of hurling, as it is contested annually between Cork and University College Cork (UCC). This prestigious game pays homage to the remarkable coaching career of Canon Michael O’Brien, a true icon in the sport.
As a coach, Canon O’Brien achieved unparalleled success, starting by leading St. Finbarr’s Seminary, Farranferris, to victory in the Harty Cup and All-Ireland College championships. His coaching prowess continued at UCC, where he guided the team to an impressive 10 Fitzgibbon Cup triumphs. Canon O’Brien’s influence extended beyond the college level, as he steered the Cork hurling team to two All-Ireland titles, with the pinnacle being the historic double in 1990.
Canon O’Brien’s impact on Cork hurling is undeniable, with five Munster titles secured under his guidance for the Cork Seniors. His dedication to nurturing talent also reflected in the success of Cork Minors, who claimed an impressive six All-Ireland titles with Canon O’Brien at the helm.
Beyond his contributions to county teams, Canon O’Brien left an indelible mark on club hurling, coaching teams to championship victories.
Team News
Cork Team can be viewed here
UCC Team: Bríon Saunderson (Midleton); Ger Mellerick (Fr O’Neills), Shane Kingston (Ballinora), Seán Daly (Randal Óg); Joe Fitzpatrick (Dunnamaggin Kilkenny), Robert Downey (Glen Rovers), Luke Elliott (Sarsfields); Ethan Twomey (St Finbarr’s), Cormac O’Brien (Newtownshandrum); Brian Hayes (St Finbarr’s), Peter McGarry (St Mary’s Clonmel, Tipperary), Ben Cunningham (St Finbarr’s); Robbie Cotter (Blackrock), Shane Barrett (Blarney), Darragh Stakelum (Thurles Sarsfields, Tipperary).
Subs: Jack McCarthy (St Finbarr’s), Colm McCarthy (Sarsfields), Eddie Stokes (Doon, Limerick), Richie McEvoy (Lisdowney, Kilkenny), Eoin O’Leary (Glen Rovers), William Buckley (St Finbarr’s), Fionn Coleman (Blackrock), Daniel Hogan (Sarsfields), Sam Cunningham (St Finbarr’s), Ronan Fox (Ahane), Seán Moore (Carrickshock, Kilkenny), Mark Carey (Nenagh Éire Óg, Tipperary), Conor McGoldrick (Éire Óg), Ciarán Doolan (St Finbarr’s), Matt Brady (Éire Óg)
Ticket information
Admission is €5 cash only. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Dillon Quirke Foundation
Competition History
Cork 7 wins, last in 2022, UCC 2 wins, last in 2020
Year
2013 Cork 3-20 University College Cork 1-16
2014 Cork 2-19 University College Cork 1-14
2015 Cork 1-26 University College Cork 2-12
2016 Cork 2-12 University College Cork 0-13
2017 University College Cork 0-22 Cork 1-13
2018 No game took place
2019 Cork 1-24 University College Cork 1-23
2020 University College Cork 2-18 Cork 1-20
2021 No game took place
2022 Cork 1-17 University College Cork 1-15
2023 Cork 0-25 University College Cork 1-15
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