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The Cork footballers saved their season with a gritty performance in Portlaoise to beat Roscommon over the weekend but their reward is a very tough preliminary quarter-final against Dublin.While Meath and Armagh have beaten the Boys in Blue already this summer, John Cleary's charges will need to produce a season-best to progress to the last eight.We reflect on the victory over the Rossies which was spearheaded by Colm O'Callaghan, Ian Maguire, Mark Cronin and Seán McDonnell, who kicked 0-4 in a tight game. Keeper Micheál Aodh Martin came up with some big plays as well, saving a goal chance at a critical stage and pushing out a dangerous dropping ball for a 45 in the dying minutes.It was heart-stopping stuff, with Roscommon hunting a two-pointer to knock Cork out as time elapsed as Brian O'Driscoll, Seán Brady and Daniel O'Mahony defended brilliantly.What can they improve on for their Croke Park trip though?Plus we reflect on a disappointing All-Ireland minor hurling semi-final exit for Cork against Clare.Fergal McCormack's side had beaten the Banner en route to a Munster title but a four-week break since that provincial success might have been an issue with Clare far sharper throughout. More tellingly, the underdogs showed greater hunger and work-rate around the middle third.Cork were expected to reach what would only have been the county's third All-Ireland final appearance at the grade in the modern era, with the Rebels winning the title in 2021 and losing the 2017 decider to Galway.Still, there were some excellent performers in red over the course of their six matches and we pick out the young players to watch out for in the coming seasons.Plus there's a look at the local action as the club hurling leagues head towards their conclusion.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No one gave them much of a chance beforehand but Cork defied the odds and completed a stunning turnaround from a 16-point beating 20 days earlier to land the Munster title. The majority of Rebels were travelling to Shannonside more in hope than expectation but Pat Ryan had promised his side would make it worth their while with a battling performance and that carried them all the way to a first provincial crown since 2018. We look back on the game itself and the memorable occasion at TUS Gaelic Grounds where both sets of supporters and a ferocious contest led to an electric atmosphere. It was a rollercoaster of emotion across the near 100-minute war before penalties decided it. Limerick had no shortage of regrets, which sums up what an incredible team they've been, going for seven in a row and still leaving everything on the field. Cork hurled outstandingly well in normal time where their sloppy shooting meant it finished level. Then Limerick missed more chances before a Darragh Fitzgibbon deep into added time forced a shootout. We break down the key areas where Cork turned the tide from their humiliating loss in the group game. Subs made a critical impact, with Conor Lehane and Shane Kingston deservedly taking all the plaudits. Limerick haven't gone away of course. They'll be raging favourites to bounce back and beat Dublin or Kildare, and then Kilkenny, to reach the All-Ireland final. Cork have to look after their own house with a month-gap before their semi-final in Croke, most likely against a Tipperary side who feel they owe their rivals. For now, we can enjoy the beautiful feeling of being Munster champs. We also preview Cork's knockout football clash with Roscommon, a 50-50 match where John Cleary's side will be hoping to bring the form they showed against Kerry, rather than in a loss to Meath. Plus a round-up of the club football action and the minors' All-Ireland semi-final exit at the hands of Tyrone. Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's back to the scene of the crime on Saturday, when the Cork hurlers must face Limerick in their first Munster final since 2018.Pat Ryan's side were torn apart in the meeting last month when sweet revenge was exacted for last summer to the tune of 16 points. Cork will hardly be as bad again while Limerick were so tuned in across the first half they fired 2-18 from their 25 first-half shots.We discuss where Cork can improve as they bid to end the Treaty's provincial dominance, raging favourites for a seventh title in succession. Will the restoration of Darragh Fitzgibbon to midfield and Shane Barrett to centre-forward make a difference? Or could they shake it up by using Seamus Harnedy or Tim O'Mahony on Kyle Hayes?Can Ciarán Joyce fare better on Cian Lynch than he did three weeks ago? Or would a fully-fit Rob Downey be given the job?What match-ups will go for across the full-back line? Seán O'Donoghue is surely needed for Aaron Gillane.Injuries will be a major factor too. And Cork are really struggling with a busy casualty ward.Limerick had the luxury of resting their marquee men in the last group game. They outmuscled and outsmarted Cork in the last game and it's going to take absolutely everything going right for Downey to pick up the Mick Mackey Cup.The footballers came up short again in their latest clash with Kerry, the 13th defeat in a row across minor, U20 and senior for the Rebels at the hands of their old foe.John Cleary's side performed very well in the first half but were undone by their missed goal chances and not helped by some awfully fussy refereeing around the kick-out mark. Those calls gifted Kerry six points straight after half-time.All is not lost, Cork can beat Roscommon and finish third in the group and reach a preliminary quarter-final. We also reflect on the controversial situation when Castlehaven were able to utilise Cork players Rory Maguire and Conor Cahalane in a league game six days before the Kerry match.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork are through to their first Munster final since 2018 after bouncing back from the Limerick hammering by beating Waterford on Sunday.It was a patchy performance overall where they impressed more in the first half against the wind than they did with the gale to their backs. Pat Ryan's side won by six points but had 10 more wides than the Déise, so there can no debate about the result, but it certainly wasn't a vintage display.In the great scheme of things, it won't really matter, especially with Limerick coming down the tracks again. What can we take from the performance at a packed Páirc?Ger Millerick's finger injury is a concern as he had superbly slotted in for Niall O'Leary. Diarmuid Healy showed well off the bench though, with Darragh Fitzgibbon and Shane Barrett more impressive when restored to their 2024 positions.Cork will need everyone firing for the Treaty but had the luxury of changing half their line-up for the dead rubber group game with Clare.On the football front, Cork were beaten in a vital All-Ireland group game in Navan. Meath were the better team throughout and only their poor finishing kept John Cleary's side in contention.Do the Rebels now have any chance when they host Kerry on Saturday?They might have left the win behind them in the Munster semi-final but that only means Jack O'Connor will have his side fully focused.Brian Hurley missed the Meath loss through injury but clearly there are deeper issues. With three teams making it out of the round-robin phase, Cork are still in the mix but the omens aren't positive right now.Plus there's a look at the minor footballers' loss in the provincial final in Tralee. Keith Ricken's young guns still have an All-Ireland quarter-final on the horizon but will be underdogs.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cork hurlers suffered one of their worst defeats of the modern era at the hands of Limerick on Sunday.Their display at TUS Gaelic Grounds was miles off the required level in the Munster Championship, especially when John Kiely's side were always going to be wired to the moon against the team that ended their five-in-a-row bid.There were very few positives, if any, given Cork lost by a staggering 16 points, coughing up three goals and being outclassed in every line of the field. Now, they can still make the Munster final if they get the better of Waterford at home next Sunday, which you'd have taken at the outset of the campaign.The manner of the loss though leaves them in a very vulnerable position for the visit of the Déise and going forward...Declan Dalton, Rob Downey and Niall O'Leary are injury doubts and we reveal who we would bring into the starting 15 to replace them.Were Cork complacent after landing the league and blitzing Tipp? Did the three-week break have an impact? Or was it just a bad day they can recover from? We certainly hope so.The Cork footballers head to Navan on Saturday afternoon in the opening All-Ireland football series group game. Meath were devastated to be beaten by Louth in the Leinster final, especially when they'd take down Dublin, and will have no fear of the Rebels.They've Kerry at home the following weekend and then face Roscommon in a neutral venue, so getting a victory against Meath is hugely important.On the camogie front, the vote on skorts or skirts takes place this Thursday, while divisional teams have been given a reprieve to feature in the Cork senior camogie championship again this season.We also look ahead to the Cork-Kerry minor final in football and reflect on the minor hurlers' provincial success.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork versus Limerick, the two favourites for Munster and All-Ireland glory, in the Gaelic Grounds with the hosts desperate to inflict a modicum of revenge for last summer... it doesn't get more appealing.On this week's Echo Podcast we preview the provincial hurling showdown in detail. John Kiely's comments after his side were back to their best in beating Waterford reflected his motivation for next Sunday.The Treaty will be keen to lay down a marker but should Cork beat Waterford in their last group game the teams will still meet again in the Munster final, again on Shannonside due to the home and away agreement. So how important is it for the Rebels to secure another victory? The only thing that matters this season is who succeeds Clare as All-Ireland champions.The U20s' narrow loss to Clare in the Munster semi-final is also reviewed, a game they could and probably should have won.There's also a discussion on Louth and Meath's epic Leinster final and Cork's prospects when they travel to Navan to meet the Leinster runners-up at the end of the month. We also look at the league action over the weekend with Clonakilty maintaining their terrific form by hammering the Barrs.Plus Cork camogie team's stand on skorts versus shorts pays off and a look at the latest club league action.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork footballers are heading for a rematch with Kerry in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh after the draws were made for the All-Ireland group stages.Whatever happens on the June Bank Holiday weekend, or away to the losers of Meath-Louth in the Leinster final and Roscommon, which will be at a neutral venue, Cork football isn't in a very strong position on the basis of recent underage results.On this week's podcast we discuss the state of football on Leeside.Keith Ricken's minors host Kerry this week in the Munster opener, with both counties moving to the semi-final anyway, hoping to fare better than last season's U17 crop. The U20s were outclassed by Kerry in their provincial final and the Rebels have failed to trouble their rivals at all since they last picked up Munster underage silverware.Corn Uí Mhuirí action has highlighted how dominant Kerry are and you have to ask what is being done to arrest the slide? Cork haven't replaced Conor Counihan as Director of Football and given their financial issues are unlikely to do so while the lack of viable options if current senior manager John Cleary moves on at the end of the summer just shows how bleak the situation is.There's also a chat about Limerick's impressive display in beating Waterford away and they clearly mean business despite being surprisingly held to a draw in Thurles last month. The Cork U20 hurlers have improved across the campaign and will the chance to reach the Munster final against a fancied Tipp if they can beat Clare in the Páirc. The Banner beat them in the minor equivalent three years ago.This year's minors face Waterford in the Munster final, having completed the group with four wins from four and looking like very strong All-Ireland contenders.We also look at how the leagues are panning out in hurling and football across the divisions, with the availability of Cork hurling squad players a great reflection of the management team and their positive attitude.Plus a discussion of the Cork camogie and ladies football teams seasons so far and the skort versus shorts debate.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A great week for Cork hurling saw the minors, U20s and seniors victorious but what was expected to be a belter against Tipp on Sunday afternoon was overshadowed by the belting off the ball.Darragh McCarthy got a red card in the first play and his departure meant there was only going to be one winner. There was a lot of niggly nonsense going on, just as there had been in the draw with Clare. Cork still hurled up a storm across the first quarter at the weekend, banging in three goals but the game was lifeless for long spells after. Ref Johnny Murphy gave the visitors a few soft frees for a while and Cork lost their focus.They have a couple of weeks to breathe now before heading up to Limerick. Keeping the head with all the red card madness around will be crucial.The U20s take on Waterford this week with a chance to set up a Munster semi-final, most likely against Clare, while the minors have been terrific in their three games, qualifying for the provincial decider with a game to spare. Joe Deane's son Cormac has been a standout in every outing but there's a great balance to the squad.On the football front, the seniors are waiting to find out who they'll face in the All-Ireland group phase but Meath's victory over Dublin just reinforces the feeling they missed a great chance in their extra-time loss to Kerry.The minors have their first outing this week but the U20s will be really up against it in the Munster final with Kerry.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a weekend of GAA action, even if Cork fans were left wondering how they didn't get one over Clare after storming into a 12-point lead on enemy turf.An incredible game at Cusack Park ended in a welter of excitement as a red card to Shane Barrett and the Banner's ability to land ball on Peter Duggan at the edge of the square saw Cork lucky to escape with a draw in the end.In the long term, provided Cork can get a win over Tipperary at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this Sunday, the result might not derail the hype train but it shows the difference between league and championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork have ticked every box so far this year, building up significant momentum on their way to a first league title since 1998.They overwhelmed Tipp in the decider on Leeside, bringing their total of green flags in the last three games to 13, which included six up in Ennis where they head this Sunday.The harsh reality is that league and championship are very different animals and All-Ireland champions Clare will unleash hell on Easter Sunday after getting hammered last month.In our hurling special, we discuss the latest Cork-Clare showdown in detail with Denis Hurley, John Horgan and Jack McKay, and they offer their verdicts on the round-robin series while selecting their top three to qualify from Munster.Can Brian Hayes build on his sensational spring form? Remember he wasn't in the starting line-up for the first round this time last year in Waterford.Is Darragh Fitzgibbon's best position at 11 or will we see him back in midfield again over the coming weeks?Cork's backs have been mean and tight lately and that improved defensive effort will be integral to bridging the gap to 2005, or even reach a first Munster final since 2018.Our guests also discuss their personal Munster championship highlights over the years, the games and goals that stand out.Barry O'Mahony joins us to preview Cork v Kerry in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. The Kingdom were pushed all the way by John Cleary's side in their last two meetings but the new rules suited Kerry's attack in their Division 1 league victory.Rory Noonan reports from the league finals over the weekend, which saw Cork lose to Galway in football but win the camogie crown for the first time since 2013. How are both sides fixed for championship? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork, league champions again at last. It's not the big prize we all crave so badly but Pat Ryan's side bridged the gap to 1998 in style over the weekend.All the pressure was on the Cork hurlers in the final at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh and they rose to the occasion, delivering a first-half display on par with their efforts against Limerick last May. This time there was no dramatic fightback, with the Rebels comfortable winners.There was a cracking atmosphere as Cork stitched three goals in the second quarter though the second half was a strange affair, with the Rebels making a host of mistakes. Clare will have watched on with interest, particularly how Ronan Maher shielded his full-back line by dropping in front of the D.The major question now is if Cork will carry their momentum and form into the summer, starting with that trip to Ennis on Easter Sunday. They blitzed the Banner for six goals in the league but as we all well know, championship is a very different animal.The interest in the team is incredible with tickets for the provincial action being snapped up during the week. The scene is set for a thrilling Munster campaign.On the football front, the Cork seniors and U20s had solid victories in the last week, but both now face very difficult games against Kerry.Ray O'Mahony's charges are in Tralee on Monday night, curtailed by injuries to key forwards Dara Sheedy and Ed Myers. The seniors host Kerry on Easter Saturday in a straight knockout Munster semi. Did they show anything up in Limerick to suggest they could knock the league champions out of their stride?Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a massive weekend in Cork GAA with the hurlers hosting Tipperary in a sold-out league final.SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh will be packed but was it the right call to make it a double-header with Offaly v Waterford in Division 1B, given the interest in the Faithful County? Home advantage might help the Rebels on the pitch come Sunday but it hasn't proved much use in terms of securing tickets.It's hard to be overly critical of GAA for putting the Páirc in the spotlight in a contest that will generate an electric atmosphere but that's scant consolation to the fans who won't get to go. The Munster Championship matches also go on sale this week and all four games with Cork will most likely sell, out. Stand tickets are being distributed through the clubs but interest is at its highest since the mid-noughties.We preview the final and make the case for Cork bridging a long gap since their last league success in 1998.We also discuss the minor and U20 action last week and how regularly red cards are now being flashed for what looks like minimal contact, which saw Barry O'Flynn and Ben Walsh dismissed against Clare.The footballers are in championship action on Saturday, heading to Limerick to face Division 4 league winners Limerick who will relish the underdogs tag. Cork ended their league with a decent bit of momentum though and should have enough to set up a Munster semi-final in the Páirc on Easter Saturday with Division 1 champs Kerry.We look at the U20 football squad ahead of their provincial opener and round up the latest in the league after three games across the seven divisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork delivered across the board over the weekend, the hurlers brushed Galway aside, the footballers took down Cavan to protect their position in the All-Ireland series and the camogie and ladies footballers moved into the league final with a game to spare. For the hurling faithful, it was another excellent performance, Pat Ryan's side building up a head of steam but the knee injury that forced Brian Hayes off was a major downside. Next up is a league final against an equally in-form Tipp and while it's 'only the league', Cork badly need a trophy. Cork are being hyped up nationally now as the team to beat but they well know that Clare, Limerick and more are waiting in the long grass with little interest in how the league panned out. For John Cleary's footballers, they've ended the league after a couple of very good showings but again just outside the promotion places. It's only two weeks until championship throws in, against a Limerick team they'll be expected to beat but had a good league themselves. Unfortunately, away from the playing fields, a darkness has been cast by a host of tragic deaths, including the passing of Midleton and Cork All-Ireland winning forward Ger Fitzgerald after illness and the sudden loss of 18-year-old tyro from Kilbrittain and Hamilton High School Oisín Gillain. Like Sars' Ray Ryan and Midleton U21 county winner Darragh McCarthy, they'll be hugely missed by family, friends, club members and the wider Cork GAA community. You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Sport Podcast takes in all the latest GAA action. This week we discuss the state of Cork football.Barry O'Mahony analyses a strong performance at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh against the Louth team that knocked them out of last year's All-Ireland series. Mark Cronin and Chris Óg Jones led the line with aplomb while Colm O'Callaghan grabbed the critical goal.It was a welcome reprieve for John Cleary's side who gave themselves a good chance of escaping relegation and if they beat Cavan away they'll secure a top-four finish and avoid a possible Tailteann Cup appearance.However, the state of Cork football is still a major concern for all Rebels. The U20s taking a heavy beating, albeit in a challenge, from Louth didn't help, especially as underage results in recent years have been a disappointment outside of Munster minor titles in '21 and '22. Where can improvements be made? The geographical spread of Cork football strongholds and the hurling preference in many areas certainly aren't helping... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Sport Podcast takes in all the latest GAA action. This week we break down the Rebel rout of All-Ireland champions Clare on Sunday afternoon. Pat Ryan's side up to target the inside line and the reward was six goals, with Cork finally converting the chances they've been creating throughout the league.Brian Hayes was the official TG4 Man of the Match but Declan Dalton was also unstoppable and Shane Barrett showed his best All-Star form. However, was it a case of going too well, too soon? Did the Rebels show too much? The weather and the crowd made it feel like championship but Clare now know exactly what to expect on Easter Sunday in the Munster Championship opener.The other major talking point from the game, and across the hurling weekend, was the flurry of red cards shown. On the local front, Fr O'Neills had a fine win in Division 1 over champions Sars while Charleville impressed against Blackrock.William Buckley was electric as St Finbarr's defeated Glen Rovers and Colin Walsh excelled for Kanturk in their loss to Douglas, while in Division 2, Daire Connery and Kevin Moynihan were superb for Na Piarsaigh in their draw with BallincolligYou can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Éamonn Murphy is joined by Barry O'Mahony and Denis Hurley to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.This week we pay tribute to Ray Ryan to former Cork hurler, Glanmire footballer and Sars legend, who won four counties and guided their U21s to glory. His death shocked everyone on Leeside but the GAA community rallied around his family and club.His brother Pat spoke superbly at his funeral and carried himself with his customary class as he managed the Cork hurlers on Saturday night to a fine victory over Kilkenny.We break down the Rebels' performance at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh with rookie forward Diarmuid 'Duds' Healy shooting the lights out to the tune of 1-5. There's still a lot of play for over the last couple of rounds, though wins over Clare and Galway would send Cork into the league final.The Cork footballers suffered a 14-point hammering at the hands of Roscommon, which now makes relegation a concern and rules out promotion once more.It was a disappointing night in the Páirc in every sense as a massive portion of the fans opted to depart after the hurling and more again at half-time when John Cleary's side were under pressure.Closer to home the leagues threw in over the weekend as we finally got a break from the wet weather and Steven Sherlock caught the eye for St Finbarr's, firing 0-15 away to Cill na Martra.Plus Celtic and Cork City line up glamour friendly for July in the Páirc, with a trophy made by Gerald McCarthy up for grabs...You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.Here we examine the February window for club U21 football, which was washed out before the finals could be completed.Do inter-county managers have too much control over underage players? Is there an alternative time of the season when it can be held?Where do the Cork footballers stand in the pecking order after shipping three goals in a loss against Monaghan? Despite two defeats from four Division 2 league outings, they could still get back to the top flight but in their current guise, they're probably not strong enough to survive in that tier anyway.Defensive frailties were a concern even when they edged out Westmeath in a thriller and they'll need to tighten up at the back with Roscommon in the Páirc this Saturday night.Pat Ryan's side will be desperate to show more than they did up in Thurles when they face Kilkenny. Tipp were four-point winners but, aside from the first quarter, the livelier, harder working and more clinical outfit.Cork have a bit of an injury crisis at the moment but that doesn't excuse a lack of intensity and bite though. Especially when Cork need a couple of young guns to force their way into the championship first 20.We'll know a bit more about where the hurlers and footballers are at after the Super Saturday triple-header.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Sport Podcast takes in all the latest GAA action. We discuss the ongoing Cork County Board media ban, which was brought in 13 months ago and prevents reporters from attending monthly delegate meetings. Information about commercial developments is still emerging but some clubs would rather journalists were allowed attend to ensure transparency.There's a massive weekend on the horizon for the Cork hurlers and footballers.John Cleary's side are off to Monaghan in what is a vital game if they're to have a shot at Division 2 promotion, though the hosts will be eager to bounce back from a loss to high-flying Roscommon. It took a Chris Óg Jones hat-trick to snatch a one-point win over Westmeath, which doesn't suggest the Rebels have to tools to make the step up to the top flight.However, are we expecting too much from Cork football?They're effectively a top-12 side on the basis of league and championship results over the past few seasons so why what right do Cork have to get the better of the likes of Westmeath? There's a SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh factor too where games are higher scoring and more open on such an expansive pitch, which other counties love to sample.On the football front, we also discuss the latest U21 action and preview the divisional finals.The hurlers had an extended break since the facile win over Wexford and the battling draw with Limerick and are in Thurles on Saturday night. Tipp lost to Limerick in their last game but do look on a mission to atone for a poor championship last year.UL and DCU denied us an all-Cork Fitzgibbon Cup final, taking out UCC and MTU Cork. UL did have a Cork contingent on their winning team in Jack Leahy, Brian O'Sullivan and Ciarmhac Smyth. Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Sport Podcast takes in all the latest GAA action, with a focus on the 37-man squad picked by Pat Ryan and his selectors for the hurling league.Now in it's third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.The hurlers have another weekend off before their next league game, away to Tipp, but revealed the panel they'll use for the rest of the spring with some of last year's squad cut. That included Seán Twomey, who started the Munster championship game in Waterford in 2024, and Conor Cahalane, who has significant championship experience.Could a dark horse come into the set-up between here and the provincial campaign, like Power last summer? Jack Leahy perhaps, given his excellent form with UL on the back of a county title for Imokilly?A number of Rebels are involved in the Fitzgibbon Cup semi-final with UCC and MTU Cork hoping to set up an all-Leeside final. We preview their chances against DCU and UL.The Cork footballers are back in league action at home to Westmeath. They'd a thrilling victory over Meath in the opener but lost on the road to Down in their second outing, a significant blow to their promotion hopes.They've proved adept at kicking two-pointers but their defence will need to be tighter as they build for championship.In the Cork U21 club championships, the new rules helped serve up some extremely entertaining games.On the camogie front, there was more heartbreak for UCC. Since capturing a 32nd Ashbourne Cup in 2003 they've now lost nine finals. The Cork ladies footballers made it two wins from three league games as they bid to escape from Division 2. Joe Carroll's charges hit Tipp for three goals with the return of Erika O'Shea from Aussie Rules a major boost for the Rebels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Sport Podcast takes in all the Bank Holiday weekend GAA action, toplined by the hurlers draw with Limerick and the footballers' trip to Down. Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Few league games were as hyped beforehand as Saturday night in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, between the controversy over the lack of TV coverage and talk of a 30,000-plus crowd, which ended up being a still incredible 23,402. The game wasn't as high-scoring as expected but the weather was a factor and it still finished in a whelter of excitement. What did Cork learn? Tim O'Mahony was the standout performer but Ger Millerick, Niall Mellerick and Ciarán Joyce were prominent too. Apart from leaving too much space for Will O'Donoghue's goal, the defence was solid. Darragh Fitzgibbon did damage in the half-forward line but is he a championship option as free-taker? And what about the rest of the forward line, which only hurler in fits and starts.Up in Newry, the footballers were sickened after failing to build on a 10-point lead in their Division 2 defeat against Down. The result means they simply have to beat Westmeath in their next league fixture to stay in the race for an overdue return to Division 1. This week the Echo Podcast crew also discusses the financial issues from the Páirc rebuild that continue to generate unwanted headlines and the Fitzgibbon Cup knockout stages which involve UCC and MTU Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Sport Podcast is back for a third season to cover every puck of a sliotar and bounce of a football in Cork GAA.The league threw in up in Wexford and the interest in the Cork hurlers is as strong as ever, the electric summer of 2024 still fresh in the memory, though the pain of that All-Ireland final loss to Clare still hasn't abated.The Rebels have been hit and miss in the league in the modern era and haven't lifted the trophy since 1998. Is it important to bridge that gap? Limerick and Clare have secured doubles in recent years.The footballers beat Meath in what was a crunch clash in promotion terms. It ended their awful run of failing to win a first-round Division 2 fixture.There was a winter exodus from the panel which cranked up the pressure on John Cleary and his selectors. With some new faces and embracing the new rules, the Rebels hit 2-19.UCC and MTU Cork are off to impressive starts in the Fitzgibbon Cup. Are either of them in contention to collect the Fitz? Both sides are into the knockout phase with a game to spare with the likes of Ben Cunningham, Brian Keating, Diarmuid Healy and Alan Connolly on song.In the Harty Cup, the AG got to a first semi-final in 29 years, despite having a very young team. It was a remarkable run from the Mon, considering the bulk of their team is underage again next season.On the Corn Uí Mhuirí front, Hamilton High School from Bandon were the last Cork school standing but breaking the Kerry monopoly proved impossible. Críost Rí were the last from Leeside to manage that feat, way back in 2011.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley, Barry O'Mahony and Rory Noonan join Éamonn Murphy to celebrate a weekend to remember for Cork hurling teams.Russell Rovers and Watergrasshill lived up to their billing as favourites in the Munster finals junior and intermediate finals while Sarsfields produced one of the greatest displays in club history to take down four-in-a-row chasing Ballygunner. Shane O'Regan was the MVP with 2-3 from the bench but this was a ferocious collective performance, led by veterans Daniel Kearney and Conor O'Sullivan.It was a landmark weekend in football too but off the field with a host of new rules voted through to revamp the game. How will that impact Cork underage and junior teams?They then break down the Reardens Club All-Star selections in hurling, football, camogie and ladies football. Who made the final 15s and which players were unlucky to miss out?There's also a wrap up of the Junior A and U21 action, including Tracton's triumph under Kieran Kingston.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to discuss the major talking points from a busy weekend of Cork GAA action despite the issues caused by Storm Bert.Kilshanning suffered a disappointing home defeat to a very strong Austin Stacks outfit, favourites for the All-Ireland intermediate title, but a shadow was cast across their preparations after one of their players was involved in a serious accident in the days beforehand. Sport was put into stark perspective by events off the field.Also away from the pitch, the Cork County Board ordered a replay of the Junior B Hurling semi-final between Aghabullogue and Kilbrittain. We look into that decision and what issues in the first game meant the West Cork club's victory didn't stand. We break down the latest U21 action in hurling and football. There are two Junior A football semi-finals on the horizon, delayed due to the Cork footballers' post-All-Ireland team holiday in Miami, where Castlemartyr meet Ballygarvan and Inniscarra take on Kilmacabea. For hurling fanatics, Russell Rovers, Watergrasshill and Sarsfields all have Munster finals to look forward to, showing what an unseasonably busy December it is.We're at the knockout phase of the Harty Cup and the final group games in the Corn Uí Mhuirí. Are Midleton CBS, Christians or the AG genuine Harty contenders and could a Cork school end the Kerry monopoly in the football?You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to look at a great weekend for Cork hurling clubs in the Munster championships.Russell Rovers, Watergrasshill and Sarsfields are all through to provincial deciders, extending their campaigns into December. Russell Rovers and Watergrasshill will be favourites to land the Munster titles, keeping up Cork's great tradition in those competitions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and John Horgan join Éamonn Murphy to discuss East Cork's dominance of the club hurling championships this season. Will we see changes to the rules on player availability for the Imokilly squad?What next for Lisgoold and Watergrasshill as they make the step up for 2025, with the Hill still in Munster action as well?At Junior A level can Killeagh's second team capture the cup ahead of Tracton, Ballinora and Killavullen? There's also a preview of the upcoming Sars-Feakle clash in the Páirc and analysis of the Cork football clubs' efforts in the provincial arena, with Kilshannig and Kilmurry moving on but Castlehaven knocked out. In the U21 hurling championship, Glen Rovers collide with St Finbarr's in what will be a brilliant City Division decider. You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to discuss the Cork hurlers' change of captaincy and their haul of five All-Stars.Does it bode well for their revenge mission in 2025 and what changes can we expect in the squad when Pat Ryan gets his troops back together next month?They discuss the county final action over the weekend, with Russell Rovers and Kilshanning capturing the cups and Erin's Own-Lisgoold heading to a replay. Plus there's a breakdown of the U21 and divisional action and a preview of Carrigaline v Watergrasshill in the Premier Intermediate final and the IAHC replay.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to reflect on a packed weekend of club football finals, with four new county champions and one game heading to a replay.They discuss Castlehaven's Munster prospects, Jack Cahalane's chances of making a breakthrough with Cork and if Kilmurry can make it third time lucky in the provincial arena.Plus there's a focus on the Junior A divisional action including overdue victories for Killavullen and Tracton.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to reflect on Imokilly and Glen Rovers' dominant county final victories.They pick the young hurlers likely to step up to the Cork panel for 2025, including Timmy Wilk, Jack Leahy and Diarmuid Healy, and analyse the Glen's prospects when they return to the top flight.They discuss the future of divisions in the club championship, given how impressive East Cork were, and look at the argument that their path to the knockout stages is too easy.There is a breakdown of the divisional action, including Whitechurch's memorable first Seandún success.On the football front, the new rules are discussed and they pick what should be kept.Plus there's a county football final preview, looking ahead to the five games across the Bank Holiday weekend.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy as we head to the business end of championship.Castlehaven met St Finbarr's for the fifth semi-final in a row and the county champions were worthy winners this time, led by Brian Hurley who landed an incredible 0-7 from play. Nemo Rangers were far too good for Mallow but will still be underdogs for the county final. They'll be delighted by that!It'll be Knocknagree versus Carrigaline at Senior A, after a dominant display by the Duhallow side against Dohenys and penalty-shootout drama in Carrigaline against Kanturk.They pick a Player of the Week, with Castlehaven's talisman Hurley, Carrigaline penalty shootout hero Ryan Delaney and Nemo veteran Paul Kerrigan, the leading candidates.There's a big preview of the two huge county finals next weekend: Sars v Imokilly and Glen Rovers v Blarney. Where will those deciders be won and lost and who are favourites?Plus, they look ahead to the Rebel Óg Premier Minor Football finals, where it's Ballincollig v Mallow and Castlehaven-Donoughmore.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy after a cracking weekend of Cork club GAA action where the torrents of rain didn't impact on the quality of the games.It's Imokilly against Sarsfields in the Premier Senior final, a repeat of last year's semi which the club side won after a dramatic late Luke Elliot goal. The divsion look unbeatable right now but Sars are going for consecutive doubles.It'll be Blarney versus Glen Rovers at Senior A as the favourites lived up to their billing but only after two armwrestles in the Páirc.Carrigaline showed their fortitude to stave off a Ballincollig comeback in PIHC and Denis Walsh's St Catherine's are back in the Premier Junior decider. On the football front, Nemo Rangers head into a semi-final with Mallow but only after Ross Corkery's penalty knocked out Clon, with Gabriel Rangers getting past Mitchelstown at Intermediate A.They pick a Player of the Week, with St Catherine's Rory Galvin, Imokilly's Brian Lawton, Mark Coleman and Conor Lehane, as mercurial as ever for Midleton even in defeat, the leading candidates.Plus they look ahead to the Rebel Óg Premier Minor Hurling finals, where it's Glen Rovers v Sars and St Finbarr's-Shandrum.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to review the football action and preview the hurling semi-finals.They look at St Finbarr's victory over Ballincollig and ask if they're better placed coming in against county champions Castlehaven now they've had a tough test. The other side of the draw is on hold, after the board postponed four games on Sunday.In Senior A, Dohenys delivered one of the best performances of the weekend but how can you pick between the Dunmanway side, Knocknagree, Kanturk and Carrigaline as champions-elect?They also discuss the state of Northside football with St Nick's, Na Piarsaigh and St Vincent's contesting relegation finals and the future of Kerry legend Aidan O'Mahony as Macroom manager.They select a Player of the Week, with Rhys Coakley, Keith White, Blake Murphy and Cian Dorgan the leading candidates.There's also a big preview of the hurling matches you need to catch. Who will fall short in Midleton-Sars and Imokilly-Blackrock? Do Carrigaline have the momentum and ideal venue to beat Ballincollig in Premier Intermediate? Can Bride Rovers get their revenge on Blarney?You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to reflect on a packed weekend of hurling action.They detail the game of the year in Castlelyons' shootout thriller with Na Piarsaigh, where it took 13 penalties apiece to separate them, and only after Alan Fenton twice levelled with the season on the line.They look ahead to the Premier Senior semi-finals, after the favourites all delivered to leave us with Midleton-Sars and Blackrock-Imokilly.Carrigaline were arguably the team of the weekend after a brilliant display against rivals Ballinhassig.They pick a Player of the Week, with Matthew Bradley, Pearse O'Neill, Darragh Flynn, Fenton and Eoin Davis the leading candidates.There's also a big preview of the matches you need to catch in the football quarter-finals and relegation playoffs. Can Clon live up to their billing as dark horses against Nemo? Who will surive Éire Óg against Carbery Rangers?You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to review a cracking weekend of Cork club action.They look at the winners and losers from the football group stages with St Finbarr's offering us a reminder of their quality by hitting Valleys for four goals. Castlehaven remain the Premier Senior leading lights, straight into the semis, but Nemo having been quietly taking care of business as well.Are Clon the dark horses about to blow open the knockout stages? Can Ballincollig push on after beating their neighbours?Relegation battles loom for some big clubs, like Éire Óg, Clyda Rovers, Carbery Rangers, St Nicks, Ilen Rovers and Macroom.We pick a Player of the Week, with some sharpshooting forward displays including Steven Sherlock, Aaron Berry, Donncha O'Connor and Blake Murphy.Plus a big preview of the matches you need to catch in the upcoming hurling quarter-finals and relegation playoffs. Fr O'Neills and Imokilly will draw a bumper crowd to Midleton but will there be an upset in one of the three PSHC clashes.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to review a bumper weekend of Cork club hurling action.They look at the winners and losers from the group stages. Relegation battles loom for some big clubs, including Charleville, league finalists, who must now defeat Bishopstown to save their Premier Senior status after an epic battle with Kanturk.They discuss the game of the weekend, where Éire Óg and Mallow shared eight goals and it took points scored overall to decide who progressed to the PIHC knockout stages. Killeagh also pulled off a great escape, beating Inniscarra by enough to get out of their group having had no points on the board after the first two rounds.A Hurler of the Week is chosen with a number of strong candidates. Alan Walsh had a remarkable 3-3 from play for Kanturk while Conor Lehane was imperious for Midleton, lancing over 0-14. Patrick Collins made a string of critical saves for Ballinhassig who sent Kilworth, last year's PIHC runners-up, into a relegation playoff. Sean Desmond was electric for Watergrasshill as they topped a tricky group while James Masters continues to reel in the years for the Nemo hurlers.Plus a preview of the matches you need to catch in this weekend's last round in the football championships, with one of the favourites St Finbarr's under pressure to get a result and Mallow looking to build on their upset last month.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork hurling stars Shane Kingston and Patrick Horgan join Éamonn Murphy in the studio for a special Echo Sport Podcast, brought to you in association with Blackwater Motors Group.They look back at injury issues and controversial All-Ireland refereeing decisions as well as taking the positives from an epic campaign in Rebel red this summer. The connection with the supporters was a major element and they explain how the Cork-Limerick game in the Páirc was the loudest they'd ever experienced, even more than the All-Ireland final.Horgan and Kingston tell us about their favourite boots, why they opted for the helmet colours they use and what pre-match rituals they have. What makes a hurley special? How much gym work is required in-season? How long can you put the hurley down for in the off-season?The Blackwater Motors Group brand ambassadors explain what it's like dealing with the fame and pressure that comes with playing for Cork. They talk about the other sports they most enjoy watching, and how they unwind away from the pitch, from music to the cinema, including Horgan's love of Coldplay and Kingston's trip to see Deadpool & Wolverine.This special episode was brought to you by Blackwater Motors Group, made up of the Volkswagen, Audi, Seat and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brands, at locations in Cork city, Skibbereen, Fermoy and Tralee. You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to preview the last round of Cork hurling matches, with places in the quarter and semi-finals up for grabs, as well as the relegation playoffs.There's a review of the victories for the Imokilly hurlers and Muskerry footballers and Kanturk's impressive draw with Midleton.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barry O'Mahony and Denis Hurley join Éamonn Murphy to reflect on the weekend hurling action, which included a huge upset as Fr O'Neills beat the Barrs, a Blarney versus Courceys classic and some huge displays from the Watergrasshill, Na Piarsaigh, Bride Rovers and Erin's Own.There was no shortage of contenders for our Hurler of the Week, from sharpshooters like Shane Barrett, Liam O'Shea, Ger Collins and Daniel Hogan to man-marker supreme Ger Millerick.Plus we preview the Muskerry-Imokilly and Duhallow-Muskerry Premier Senior divisional finals.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barry O'Mahony and Denis Hurley join Éamonn Murphy to reflect on the weekend football action, which included a huge upset as Mallow beat the Barrs, a Cill na Martra versus Beál Áthan Ghaoirthaidh classic and some huge displays from the Haven, Kanturk and Knocknagree.We pick our standout club football from the second round.Plus a hurling preview about the matches you need to catch next weekend, including Ballinhassig versus Ballymartle, St Finbarr's against Fr O'Neills and Ballincollig-Éire Óg.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork secured two All-Ireland camogie titles at Croke Park showing the depth, character and quality of camogie on Leeside.Rory Noonan joins Éamonn Murphy to break down the two finals and assess what next for the Rebels...Barry O'Mahony and Denis Hurley reflect on the divisional hurling and football games, with Imokilly clearly a serious contender for the Seán Óg Murphy Cup, while Midleton are dealing with the fallout from Sam Quirke's proposed 12-week suspension.They preview with second round of the Cork Club Football Championships and pick the matches worth catching.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork club hurling was back in style this weekend with champions Sars showing they remain the team to beat at Premier Senior, Glen Rovers adjusting to life in Senior A comfortably, even without the injured Patrick Horgan, and Dungourney pulling off an opening round upset over Ballinhassig, with Cork U20 Jack Leahy lashing over 0-15. Watergrasshill pulled off the result of the Bank Holiday Holiday weekend though when they roared back from 10 points down against Division 2 league champions and fancied for the PIHC title, Carrigaline. That was undoubtedly the result of the opening round, and after some cracking games in the football championships, the hurling action didn't disappoint. On The Echo Sport Podcast this week, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to review the five hurling grades. They pick their Team of the Week and Hurler of the Week, and in the latter category, there was no shortage of options. On this week's podcast, we also preview the All-Ireland camogie final where Cork chase a senior and intermediate double.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cork club championships are back, with a packed schedule of hurling and football action over the coming weeks.Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to preview the 10 competitions across two codes.They pick their Team of the Week and Footballer of the Week for the first round and reveal the Power Rankings in all the grades from Premier Junior up to Premier Senior.You can find us every week on Echoline.ie/podcast and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork hurlers fans are struggling to come to terms with another harrowing defeat in an All-Ireland final.John Horgan and John McHale join Éamonn Murphy to break down the devastating loss to Clare after an epic battle at Croke Park.They look at the Rebels' struggles up front, the impact of the subs made and the controversial decisions that shaped a great game.John Horgan picks his young hurlers to watch in the club championship who will come into the mix for 2025. They discuss how many All-Star Cork can expect to collect.John McHale reflects on the way tickets were distributed and how the Páirc debt is shaping Cork GAA. Supporters are frustrated but everyone must be realistic about the current financial demands.What lessons can be learned on and off the field?You can find us every week on https://www.echolive.ie/podcast/ and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the biggest week in the GAA season, as the Cork hurlers and their passionate supporters gear up for the All-Ireland.Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to preview the Rebels' bid for a first hurling title since 2005. They ask the key questions that will decide who returns from Croke Park with Liam MacCarthy.Did Cork peak in beating Limerick in the semi-final? Are Clare their bogey team, having beaten them in the decider 11 years ago and across four of the last five championship encounters?They look at the match-ups that will matter and examine the best markers for Shane O'Donnell and Tony Kelly. At the other end, which backs will Clare deploy on the Cork forwards, including Patrick Horgan who is three points off being the top scorer of all-time?Off the field, how well will Pat Ryan and his management shield the players from the hype and pressure?Plus the ticket scramble, the corporate side of GAA and homecoming plans.You can find us every week on https://www.echolive.ie/podcast/ and all the major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From being moments away from being knocked out of the championship in May, Cork have an All-Ireland final to look forward to. Denis Hurley, Barry O'Mahony and John Horgan look back at Cork's superb win over Limerick and examine where the game was won and lost. Overcoming such a wonderful side is a mark of how far Cork have come and we discuss the the various big moments in Cork's championship campaign as a whole and on Sunday in particular. Of course, despite beating the champions twice, Cork have not yet claimed any silverware and they will face a huge challenge against Clare on July 21 - the Banner's win over Kilkenny is also assessed in a busy episode. You can find us every week on www.echolive.ie/podcast/ or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The race for the All-Ireland SFC seems a bit more open following Dublin's departure but that doesn't necessarily mean that the games will be more open.On this week's Echo Sport Podcast, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony discuss the quality of the football quarter-finals and what changes might be in store for football in general and at a local level as the dust settles following Cork's elimination the previous week.There is also a preview of the coming weekend's McCarthy Insurance Group Football Leagues but the main focus is of course Sunday's All-Ireland SHC semi-final between Cork and Limerick.It's Cork's first appearance in Croke Park since the 16-point loss to the Shannonsiders in the 2021 All-Ireland final but they do come in to the match having already beaten the champions this year in the Munster SHC. Can they repeat that feat or does a recent dip in form - despite wins over Offaly and Dublin - point to John Kiely's men remaining on course for an unprecedented fifth straight title/We look at the areas where the game will be won and lost and what might transpire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cork footballers' season came to a very underwhelming conclusion in picturesque Inniskeen where the glorious weather didn't inspire the Rebels the way it had when they stunned Donegal.On this week's Echo Sport Podcast, Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy in the studio to look on the major issues impacting Cork GAA, with a focus on the footballers' elimination and what the future holds.John Cleary was unsure about his future as Cork manager on Sunday, but is entitled to a fourth year at the helm. Cleary may decide to freshen up his backroom if he commits to 2025. If he doesn't, there are no obvious candidates to replace him.Looking at the bigger picture, Cork minor and U20 results, and performances in the Corn Uí Mhuirí schools competition, were alarming this year and Conor Counihan will step down in September as Director of Football.Who should fulfill that role now? And what targets should be set after the first Five-Year Plan didn't deliver?On the hurling front, Cork were very unconvincing in beating Dublin and will need to be far sharper and more aggressive to have any hope of taking down Limerick in the All-Ireland semi-final.We discuss the hurlers' dip in form since the Munster championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another double-header this weekend for Rebel supporters, the hurlers taking on Dublin and the footballers travelling to face Louth.Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to preview the big knockout games and reflect on the matches in Tullamore.Can John Cleary's side shake off the disappointment of a near-miss against Tyrone? Brian Hurley is set to be absent against Louth so they'll require a greater scoring threat from deep. It'll be the fifth Cork-Louth game in two years and the biggest margin between the counties has been four points.The hurlers coughed up some cheap goals against Offaly but scored four and will know they need to be sharper against the Dubs. Ciarán Joyce might be needed in defence to tighten up while Seamus Harnedy's return would add ball-winning on the wing.Ethan Twomey was missing as well last weekend but his work-rate and size could be vital to strike the right balance around midfield. You can find us every week on www.echolive.ie/podcast/ or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A road trip to Tullamore is coming up for Cork fans.Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to preview the footballers' battle with Tyrone and hurlers' visit to Offaly. Pat Ryan's side are unbackable favourites to set up an All-Ireland quarter-final against Dublin but the counties that finish third in the Munster and Leinster groups have a terrible record in the qualifiers. Robbie O'Flynn is back in the mix to feature but will Ciarán Joyce come back into the starting 15? And if so in what position?The footballers have a great chance to go directly to the All-Ireland quarter-final but if they lose to the Red Hand they could face an away preliminary quarter-final. John Cleary and his selectors know they must tap into the big support next weekend and the momentum from beating Donegal.It's been a very poor underage year for Cork, with the U20s and minors outclassed. What's going wrong there? You can find us every week on www.echolive.ie/podcast/ or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork are in pole position to top their group to go straight to the All-Ireland football quarter-finals after hitting Donegal for three goals.Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to reflect on an inspirational victory and look ahead to their next match with Tyrone.Can they use the result in Páirc Uí Rinn as a springboard towards Croke Park? What will happen if they fail to beat the Red Hand? Could the game on June 15-16 be a double-header with the hurling preliminary quarter-final.They also discuss the club scene in Cork and question if divisional teams are still worth their place in the championship after three teams withdrew in the last week.Plus an update on the hurlers, who have a vested interest in the Joe McDonagh Cup and Leinster finals.You can find us every week on www.echolive.ie/podcast/ or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Relief for the Rebels! Limerick did the business in the last quarter against Waterford on Sunday afternoon which means the Cork hurlers are now into the All-Ireland series.Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to look at who Pat Ryan's side have to beat to get back to Croke Park for the first time since 2021. The Rebels have only reached one All-Ireland semi-final in the last five seasons but that has to be the minimum requirement now.We also look at the U20s' cruel defeat in the Munster final to Tipperary and the minors misfiring against Wexford. Should the minor job be a two- or three-year term, rather than the current system where a manager operates with the group from U15 to U17? Which U20s will progress to senior?On the football front, Donegal are in Páirc Uí Rinn at the weekend and heavy favourites, what can Cork do to upset the Ulster champions?Plus a look at the club leagues.You can find us every week on www.echolive.ie/podcast/ or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cork hurlers proved the victory over Limerick was no fluke by demolishing Tipperary on their own turf.Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to look back at a terrific trip to Tipp, where one of the biggest Cork crowds that ever descended on Thurles saw Pat Ryan's side at their absolute best.Alan Connolly's hat-trick grabbed the headlines, his third this season, but even better Mark Coleman was back to his best and defensively Cork were well-structured and coped with the concession of an early goal.But will it all be for nothing? They go through the best and worst-case scenario for the Rebels in the last round of Munster Hurling Championship fixtures.It was a terrific weekend overall, with the U20s snatching a Munster semi-final win late on away to Clare, the footballers getting off to a winning start in the Sam Maguire series in Ennis and the Cork camogie team securing the provincial title.You can find us every week on www.echolive.ie/podcast/ or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.