Seandun face Imokilly in divisional final on Sunday

After two exciting weekends in which some clubs kept their seasons alive and for others their championship ambitions are over they will welcome this break particularly the dual clubs who face another two games on the bounce in a couple of week’s time.

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Imokilly v Seandun on Sunday in Páirc Uí Rinn at 7pm

This particular section of the most prestigious championship has been badly hit by withdrawals in recent years and that trend continued this season - as it did in football it must be said - so now it is down to the last two for a place in the QF in a few weeks time.

On another note maybe the Board Executive might look at this structure when they review the championship and see if it can be improved upon going forward. That though, is for another day and both sides are looking forward to Sunday’s decider.

Particularly Seandun as manager John O’Callaghan explained: “We decided at the start of the year to enter after a 4 year absence and we are happy enough how it has gone. To be fair the players and the clubs have bought into it and that’s a big help.”

Preparation for games has been limited with the County and the City Division Junior championships ongoing.

“It has but we know the lads are playing games and training with their clubs so that’s okay; we will get together on Wednesday night do a session go through a few things and then give it our best shot.”

They got a walkover from Avondhu in the 1st round but then had wins over Carbery and Muskerry both after extra-time, so the resolve within the group is strong.

“No doubt about that; both games could have gone away from us but the lads kept at it and in the end got their reward, which was very pleasing for all involved.”

John is well aware of the tough task they face on Sunday. “Look we all know the quality Imokilly have - they may have lost a few players but they have depth and have won it in recent years, but as I said it won’t be for the lack of effort if we come up short.”

Ronan Dwane is the Imokilly manager and accepts they are in transition after a number of very successful years. “Very much so several players that were key in recent campaigns are no longer with us and then clubs that have progressed to Senior A but look that is the nature of divisional teams and we still have good players available to us.”

The East Cork Division have had just one game and that was an easy win over a somewhat depleted UCC side but Ronan was happy enough. “We won and that was our aim to get us into the final, and all we can do now is see how the lads go with their clubs in the next few weeks and then we will get together for the final.”

Ronan has a lot of regard for Seandun.

“Ah yes there are very good hurlers in the city and this will be their 3rd game, just like us they will be limited in what they can do, but it’s good they’re back in the championship and all credit to them for making the final. I know we will get a tough 60 minutes from them.”

It was a much changed team that took the field for that UCC win with just 5 players that started in their last championship outing in 2025 - a defeat to St Finbarr’s - but they still won comfortably.

In that game they racked up an impressive 4-26, with Jack Leahy bagging 2-7, while Mike Kelly, Cillian O’Callaghan, Conor Cahill, Eoin Davis and Adam Sherlock all played well.

Seandun used their squad well in the extra-time win over Muskerry with Blake Murphy, Thomas O’Neill and Niall McCarthy all making important contributions when introduced and that depth will be needed again.

Jamie Hegarty, Sean Harrington, Dylan Barrett, Ruairi Quirke and Sean Daly impressed in the win and the manner of it will give them confidence for what is going to be a difficult task.

Imokilly despite the loss of influential and key players look to have that bit more depth and quality and should and probably will win to send them into the QF as they have done so often in the past.

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Éire Óg v Clyda Rovers on Sunday in Genagh at 3pm

This game was scheduled for two weeks ago but a bereavement in the Clyda club saw the match postponed.

Since then both have been involved in the hurling championship and that will limit preparation.

It is of course a vital game for both Éire Óg won their opener, narrowly and a 2nd win will see them secure a place in the knockout phase with a game to spare.

The opposite then applies to Clyda - having lost to Kilshannig in round 1, another defeat will see them exit the championship and then face Bishopstown in their final game to avoid getting dragged into the relegation dogfight.

Conor Corbett’s absence with injury is a huge blow for Clyda and with Colm O’Callaghan, Daniel Goulding, Chris Kelly, Daire McCarthy and Jack Murphy spearheading the Éire Óg challenge, they look better equipped to win.

SE Systems Senior Camogie Championship

Round 2 continues this week with some interesting games down for decision especially for clubs that failed to win in round 1.

Tonight in Castlelyons, it’s an East Cork derby with Killeagh up against last year’s runners-up St Catherine’s who drew with Sars last week. Sars incidentally were surprisingly beaten by Aghabullogue on Tuesday night.

There are two games tomorrow night, in Na Piarsaigh’s ground it’s Ballinora v Blackrock while Ballincollig play Courcey Rovers in Ballinora.

It’s a 7pm throw-in for all games.

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Four games in round 3 are all being played tonight (Thursday).

O’Donovan Rossa play Aghada in Skibbereen at 7.30pm, while Naomh Abán are at home to Glanmire at 7.45pm. Clonakilty v St Vals is on in Clonakilty at 7pm, while Éire Óg welcome Mourneabbey to Ovens at 7.30pm.

Jimmy Lynam RIP

Jimmy’s passing just a short few weeks before his 101st birthday has severed a long link with many successful Glen Rovers, St Nick’s and Cork teams.

His record speaks for itself; county hurling and football medals, All-Ireland and National League medals are among the many he won over a long and distinguished playing career.

Off the field he served Glen Rovers/St Nick’s with distinction especially in the area of raising funds and while still playing was involved in the purchase and building of the old Glen Hall in the heart of Blackpool. He immersed himself in bingo, club draws and lotto, all with the aim of making the club he cherished better and stronger. Friday night 45 cards was another he longed for and kept it going over many years.

Jimmy was also treasurer of St Nick’s for over 25 years and was meticulous in his work, in an era before mobile phones, apps or online banking.

That aside he was one of nature’s gentleman and always a pleasure to meet and chat with, and had a word for everyone.

As a club we were blessed to have him and will miss him, but none more so than his family and we send them our sincere sympathy at this sad time.

Jimmy passed away on Sunday morning and a short few hours later the senior hurlers scored the last 4 points to beat Kanturk and keep our championship ambitions alive and as Tomás Mulcahy said in his post-match interview “he’s happy tonight”.

Rest easy Jimmy.