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Ballygunner v Sarsfields - AIB Munster GAA Senior Club Hurling Championship Final
Sars' determination off the field inspired Munster glory says Jack O'Connor
"It was nearly a thanks the way we performed for them (the club's committee), for our friends, our family, our clubmates, everyone.”

Tue, 03 Dec, 2024

Ballygunner v Sarsfields - AIB Munster GAA Senior Club Hurling Championship Final
'It was disrespectful, distasteful, and that hurt our lads': Sars delight at upsetting the odds against Gunners
Selector Diarmuid O'Sullivan said the Cork representatives in Munster were waiting for Shane O'Regan to 'explode'.

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

Ballygunner v Sarsfields - AIB Munster GAA Senior Club Hurling Championship Final
S Anthony Daly: Superb Sars show something special brewing in Cork hurling
But is this a major fork in the road for the three-in-a-row Munster champions?

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

'The shackles are coming off' - Watergrasshill playing with freedom and eyeing All-Ireland tilt
'The shackles are coming off' - Watergrasshill playing with freedom and eyeing All-Ireland tilt
The Cork side took care of Cashel King Cormacs on Saturday. 

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

Johnny Crowley celebrates at the final whistle with Diarmuid O'Sullivan 1/12/2024
'It’s an incredible feeling' - Sars boss Johnny Crowley revels in famous win
The Riverstown outfit stunned Ballygunner on Sunday.

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

Ballygunner v Sarsfields - AIB Munster GAA Senior Club Hurling Championship Final
Ravenous Sars stun Ballygunner to claim thrilling Munster hurling title
The Cork side joins Loughrea, Na Fianna and either Slaughtneil or Portaferry in the semi-finals of the All-Ireland club SHC - so there will be a new name on the trophy in January.

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

'We survived, that’s the important thing' - Kilworth come through bruising relegation playoff
'We survived, that’s the important thing' - Kilworth come through bruising relegation playoff
Aghabullogue lost out in a 'cut throat' replay.

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

Murphy's law as Watergrasshill power to Munster IHC title against Cashel King Cormacs
Murphy's law as Watergrasshill power to Munster IHC title against Cashel King Cormacs
Centre-forward Adam Murphy hit 1-12 for the Cork outfit in Limerick. 

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

Munster club JHC final: Russell Rovers battle to famous win
Munster club JHC final: Russell Rovers battle to famous win
The Cork side pulled clear of Kilrossanty in testing conditions.

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

DLS Macroom and Patrician Academy in driving seat but can CBS Mitchestown upset the odds?
DLS Macroom and Patrician Academy in driving seat but can CBS Mitchestown upset the odds?
Senior 'A' first-timers CBS Mitchelstown have garnered needed momentum from a first win, over IS Killorglin, since regrading to the Corn Uí Mhuirí for the 2025 campaign. 

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

St Patrick's Athletic v Derry City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division
Cork City complete signing of winger Alex Nolan from St Pats
"I’m delighted to have signed for a big club like Cork City. It’s a massive year ahead for the club and I can’t wait to get going," said Nolan.

Mon, 25 Nov, 2024

Kilshannig finish with 12 men as Austin Stacks secure Munster final spot
Kilshannig finish with 12 men as Austin Stacks secure Munster final spot
Kilshannig were unable to sustain a strong first-half showing and ultimately finished with 12 men.

Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

Kilmurry learn little from facile win ahead of Firies final showdown
Kilmurry learn little from facile win ahead of Firies final showdown
The Cork side made light work of getting past a depleted Cashel outfit

Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

Read all the reports from the final round of Harty Cup group games 
Read all the reports from the final round of Harty Cup group games 
There was plenty on the line in the Munster Colleges SHC on Wednesday. 

Thu, 21 Nov, 2024

'A great boost for the Northside of the city' — North Mon secure Harty Cup knockout spot
S 'A great boost for the Northside of the city' — North Mon secure Harty Cup knockout spot
The draw for the knockout stage is planned for next Wednesday and the preliminary quarter-finals are scheduled to take place a week later on December 4

Thu, 21 Nov, 2024

Cork v Clare - Munster GAA Hurling Senior Championship Round 2
Confident Ciarán Joyce planning to kick on with Cork after 2024 learnings 
Joyce is only three years into his senior inter-county career, however, the hunger for All-Ireland glory will only be heightened having come so close this past summer. 

Thu, 21 Nov, 2024

Sarsfields v Feakle - AIB Munster GAA Senior Club Hurling Championship Semi-Final
Sars' Cian Darcy: We’ll give it one hell of a go against Ballygunner in Munster club SHC final
The showpiece occasion will be a rematch of last year’s Munster quarter-final, when Sars were blown away – 2-20 to 0-9 - by the Waterford champions.

Tue, 19 Nov, 2024

Cian Darcy and Johnny Crowley 17/11/2024
Crowley credit Sars' desire as club clinch first-ever Munster final appearance
All conversations surrounding Sars’ success in ending Cork’s eight-year losing sequence in this competition ended with who they would next stand opposite. There’s just no escaping Ballygunner.

Mon, 18 Nov, 2024

Laura Hayes 15/11/2024
Cork's Hayes channels legendary clubmate Cotter, Manley praises players
Laura Hayes was voted the PwC GPA senior Player of the Year by her peers, seeing off the challenges of fellow nominees, close friend and Rebel teammate Saoirse McCarthy, and Galway dynamo, Aoife Donohue, the 2021 POTY.

Mon, 18 Nov, 2024

Hartnett and Beausang lead goal-hungry Russell Rovers into Munster decider
Hartnett and Beausang lead goal-hungry Russell Rovers into Munster decider
While Brian Hartnett (2-3) and Josh Beausang (1-5) were to the fore ensuring their safe passage to the provincial final against Kilrossanty of Waterford in a fortnight, there was so much more to Russell Rovers’ fine performance.

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

Relentless Watergrasshill surge past Wolfe Tones and into Munster final 
Relentless Watergrasshill surge past Wolfe Tones and into Munster final 
The Cork champions were merited winners as they maintained a relentless performance level despite the six-day turnaround in a game that wasn’t without controversy.

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

Senior Player of the Year Laura Hayes with Brian Molloy and Tom Parsons 15/11/2024
Laura Hayes crowned Camogie player of the year as Cork dominate All-Star team
Cork's Ger Manley was named Camogie manager of the year, while eight of his players were honoured with All-Star awards. 

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

The Irish Examiner's Corn Uí Mhuirí team of the week
S The Irish Examiner's Corn Uí Mhuirí team of the week
Our writers compile a side with the best performers from the midweek Munster U19 Schools SFC action. 

Thu, 14 Nov, 2024

David Clifford poses for photos with fans after the game 5/5/2024
May bank holiday weekend date for 2025 Munster football final 
The provincial council have confirmed the weekends for next year's football and hurling championships.

Thu, 14 Nov, 2024

St Finbarr's hold off Glen Rovers to take Seandún under-21 title for first time in 27 years
St Finbarr's hold off Glen Rovers to take Seandún under-21 title for first time in 27 years
Twice Glen Rovers fought back to draw level in the second half, but each time the Barrs were able to pull away again.

Thu, 14 Nov, 2024

Johnny Crowley with selector Diarmuid O’Sullivan 20/10/2024
Sars shackled with responsibility for ending Cork clubs' dreadful record in Munster
"It would be cheap of me to say, we are going out representing [Cork], we have to represent ourselves first and foremost," said Sars manager Johnny Crowley.

Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

Scaith na Scol: Ballintemple, Greenmount, Frankfield and Aghada secure wins
Scaith na Scol: Ballintemple, Greenmount, Frankfield and Aghada secure wins
The second final produced one of the greatest games and comebacks seen at Sciath na Scol.

Tue, 12 Nov, 2024

Daniel Hogan and Daire O'Leary 20/10/2024
Dáire O’Leary 'back up to speed' as club form may lead to Cork recall
"I’d like to push forward, going forward. I don’t see what’s stopping it now, to be perfectly honest. There’s a good few lads there putting their hands up now as well.”

Tue, 12 Nov, 2024

'Special' Watergrasshill secure 'incredible' maiden Premier Intermediate county title
'Special' Watergrasshill secure 'incredible' maiden Premier Intermediate county title
“That group inside there in the dressing-room are special. I've no other words for them. We are a bunch of best friends that go out and enjoy playing with each other."

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Cork round-up: Killeagh survive another Championship thriller
Cork round-up: Killeagh survive another Championship thriller
Elsewhere Ballinora were too strong for Diarmuid O’Mathunas with a double score win in Ovens (2-18 to 0-12). They will meet Tracton in the semi final.

Sun, 10 Nov, 2024

Tipperary v Galway - Guinness All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final
Watergrasshill's adopted Tipperary son not surprised by their 2024 leap
Waterrasshill has gone nearly four years without a championship group stage win before this season. Now they're in the Premier Intermediate hurling final against Carrigaline. 

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024

Brian Hurley celebrates at the final whistle 27/10/2024
Determined Castlehaven make Crokes trip in latest iteration of Cork-Kerry club rivalry
With the greatest of respect to Adare, Éire Óg Ennis, Loughmore-Castleiney, and Rathgormack, Sunday’s lunchtime clash of Crokes and Castlehaven is the Munster final.

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024

Sciath na Scol: Three-in-a-row for St Anthony's as Shanbally and Bunscoil Rinn an Chabhlaigh also grab silverware
Sciath na Scol: Three-in-a-row for St Anthony's as Shanbally and Bunscoil Rinn an Chabhlaigh also grab silverware
St Anthony's had 10 different scorers in a final that uniquely pitted All-Ireland referee Colm Lyons, principal of Crosshaven, against his brother Seán, principal of St Anthony’s.

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Sciath na Scol: Glasheen, North Mon, Coachford and Kilmurry capture titles at Páirc Uí Chaoimh 
Sciath na Scol: Glasheen, North Mon, Coachford and Kilmurry capture titles at Páirc Uí Chaoimh 
The Sciath na Scol festival continued at Páirc Ui Chaoimh on Wednesday.

Wed, 06 Nov, 2024

UCD v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's First Division
Cork City FC confirm six departures including goalkeeper Brad Wade
Meanwhile, James Keddy has departed his role as Wexford FC boss.

Wed, 06 Nov, 2024

Sciath na Scol: Joy for Gaelscoil Charraig Uí Leighin, Rochestown, Innishannon and St Joseph's at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Sciath na Scol: Joy for Gaelscoil Charraig Uí Leighin, Rochestown, Innishannon and St Joseph's at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Four schools lifted Sciath na Scol silverware on Tuesday afternoon. 

Tue, 05 Nov, 2024

Cork v Limerick - Allianz Football League Division 2
Blow for Cork as four players opt out of John Cleary's 2025 panel
Steven Sherlock and Damien Gore are taking a year out. 

Tue, 05 Nov, 2024

Five-star Lismore rout Charleville to lay down Harty Cup marker
Five-star Lismore rout Charleville to lay down Harty Cup marker
“We’re delighted coming up from the B. To get a win in the first game against (St Joseph’s) Tulla took the pressure off," said manager Fintan O'Connor.

Mon, 04 Nov, 2024

'A huge, huge day' - goals key as Russell Rovers clinch silverware again
'A huge, huge day' - goals key as Russell Rovers clinch silverware again
It will be Moyle Rovers next time out in a fortnight. 

Mon, 04 Nov, 2024

Kilshannig have no interest in resting on their laurels
Kilshannig have no interest in resting on their laurels
Kilshannig aren’t finished, either. Reen and Co won’t be resting on their laurels for too long.

Mon, 04 Nov, 2024

'Hero' makes sure Lisgoold and Erin’s Own have to do it again after classic
'Hero' makes sure Lisgoold and Erin’s Own have to do it again after classic
The sides served up an epic in the Cork Intermediate A hurling decider. 

Mon, 04 Nov, 2024

Russell Rovers defeat St Catherine's to end five-year gap for Cork Premier JHC title
Russell Rovers defeat St Catherine's to end five-year gap for Cork Premier JHC title
Rovers were on top from the the third minute when Brian Hartnett netted, with two more goals following in the second half.

Sun, 03 Nov, 2024

Kilshannig conquer Aghabullogue to grab Premier IFC crown and ticket to Cork's senior ranks 
Kilshannig conquer Aghabullogue to grab Premier IFC crown and ticket to Cork's senior ranks 
That makes it two promotions in three seasons for the Avondhu side and they will play Rathkeale in the Munster Championship next weekend.

Sun, 03 Nov, 2024

Limerick v Cork - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final
S Anthony Daly: Gillane omission makes no sense and Kilkenny will use snub as fuel
Friday night's All-Star awards will be grist to the mill for Derek Lyng and the Cats as they aim to reclaim Liam next season.

Sat, 02 Nov, 2024

O'Donovan Rossa seal Munster final berth after thrilling defeat of Scartaglen 
O'Donovan Rossa seal Munster final berth after thrilling defeat of Scartaglen 
The Skibbereen club was pushed to the brink by Scartaglen.

Sat, 02 Nov, 2024

PwC GAA/GPA All-Star Awards
Cork's Downey brothers make history with All-Star awards while Shane O'Donnell named top hurler
All-Ireland champions Clare dominate with six awards. 

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

Cork GAA preview: Lisgoold stand between Erin's Own and third straight promotion
Cork GAA preview: Lisgoold stand between Erin's Own and third straight promotion
The Intermediate A HC final takes place on Saturday before the Premier JHC final and the Premier Intermediate FC final replay follow on Sunday.

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

Flourishing Lisgoold have all the signs of a club on the up
Flourishing Lisgoold have all the signs of a club on the up
Lisgoold face Erin's Own in the Cork Intermediate A hurling final on Saturday. It will be their third county final appearance in the last five seasons. 

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

Brentford v Ipswich Town - Premier League - Gtech Community Stadium
Chiedozie Ogbene set to miss rest of season after surgery on Achilles injury, Ipswich confirm
"Chieo had surgery on an Achilles tear yesterday and it went well. It's unlikely that he'll play any more football this season, though," said manager Kieran McKenna.

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

Brian Hayes speaks to referee Johnny Murphy at the final whistle of normal time 21/7/2024
Brian Hayes interview: ‘You want to be with the group. It is harder when you are on your own’
That All-Ireland final extra-time loss was cruel. He is still processing it; the small margins, how tough it was to take, the resilience they’ve built up that will allow them to bounce back.

Wed, 30 Oct, 2024

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