Cork GAA Health & Wellbeing Conference
Saturday March 4th 2023
Schedule 10.00am: Welcome:
Eoghan O’Connor (Cork H&W)
Janas Harrington (National H&W)
10.15am: The Healthy Club Journey
Blarney & the Community, St Finbarr’s 10 Year Club,
Bandon & Leadership
10.45am: Bystander Intervention Programme
Professor Louise Crowley UCC & Bishopstown
11.30am : Sos & Caife
12.00pm: GAA for ALL
Sinéad Crowley (National GAA Sport for All
Committee), Midleton (The Magpies) All Stars, Alan
Craughwell (Director Mixed Ability Sports Ireland),
Munster Wheelchair Hurling Coach
12.40pm: Clare Shine
“Scoring Goals in the Dark”
1:30pm: Be Kind to Your Mind
Cork GAA Mental Health Initiative
1:45pm: Closing
Marc Ó Síocháin Cathaoirleach
CLG Coiste Chontae Chorcaí
For further information or to book your place visit:
www.gaacork.ie
Tickets Free, Registration Required
Denis Hurley, Sarsfields ‘Hall of Fame ‘ winner with Cllr Deirdre O’Brien, County Mayor and Cllr Deirdre Forde, Lord Mayor and members of his family at the Rebel Óg annual awards, banquet sponsored by the Clayton Hotel Silversprings. Picture: Eddie O’Hare
It was a night of celebrations at Clayton Hotel, Silversprings as the annual Rebel Og awards banquet was recently.
Underage players across hurling, football, camogie, ladies football and handball were all honoured for their achievements in 2022, with a presentation made to all the monthly winners to mark their success.
More than 330 people attended the banquet as they got the chance to put away hurleys and footballs to relax and enjoy the occasion.
Two specials presentations are made on the night as well as a guest of honour to keep all present entertained.
MCs on the night were Ger McCarthy from The Echo and Colm O’Sullivan from RedFM, both media partners, who opened the proceedings by calling on Tracy Newman, general manager of the Clayton Hotel, Silversprings, sponsors of the overall and monthly awards, who welcomed all to the banquet.
The first person to be honoured was the Hall of Fame recipient, with Kevin Cummins of Cummins Sports, as the award sponsor.
Like the overall winner they don’t know until their name is announced who they are and the applause from around the room showed just how popular a choice Denis Hurley from Sars was.
In his speech announcing the winner, Michael Evans, chairperson of the judging panel, said: “This award highlights the culture which lies at the very heart of our association. It gives us an opportunity to shine a light on the ethos of volunteerism that underpins every aspect of our activities.
Peter Watson, right, vice-chairman Rebel Óg making a presentation to Nicola Cullinane, deputy marketing manager, The Echo and Eoghan O’Connor, treasurer Rebel Óg making a presentation to Norina O’Callaghan, sales and marketing manager, Clayton Hotel for their work behind the scenes for the monthly and annual Rebel Óg awards. Picture; Eddie O’Hare
“It is really incredible to think Denis began volunteering with his club in 1950 at the tender old age of 17 when he acted as club secretary. On the playing front he won two senior County hurling championship medals in 1951 and 1957.
“He played minor hurling for Cork and also played senior in the National League.
“In the Inter-county arena, our recipient was a Cork hurling selector with various Cork teams from 1966 to 1997. During his period as a selector Cork won four senior All-Ireland hurling titles, eight Munster championships and one National League title.”
The other award on the night was the Douglas minor sides who were named overall winner for the year from the monthly recipients. They were picked for winning the Premier 1 minor double, an achievement last done 20 years ago and they were all the first club to do so since Rebel Og was formed.
The night was rounded off with a Q&A with former Cork star Eoin Cadogan, who as well as recalling his playing days with the county, also had some advice for the young players present around nutrition and other parts of training.
A great night was had, with all looking forward to next year’s event already.
A chara,
We are delighted to share with you details of our new Cork GAA Jersey. The new kit offers a modern take on a classic.
Cork GAA – in partnership with Sports Direct and O’Neills – has unveiled its new home jersey for the 2023 and 2024 season. This is the second generation of Cork jersey sponsored by Sports Direct, which operates six stores across the county and 61 nationwide.
The new jersey incorporates a number of new features that resonate with classic jerseys from a different era. The white neck collar returns, while extra white elements have been restored to the sleeves.
The three lines on the white sleeve represent the three pillars of Cork GAA – Club, School, and County. The corresponding stylish white shorts offer the same pattern in reverse.
Features from the Cork GAA logo have been subtly added to the back of the jersey, featuring Shandon Bells with Queen’s Old Castle and King’s Old Castle on either side, and Bandon Bridge to the foreground.
Marc Sheehan, Chairperson Cork GAA, said, “Our partnership with Sports Direct has really borne dividends in the past two years, and we really look forward to seeing this new design on the pitches and in the stands when the league and championship begin in earnest in 2023.”
This is the third year of official sponsorship of Cork GAA by Sports Direct.
Leonard Brassel, Managing Director of Sports Direct Ireland said, “Now coming into year three of our partnership with Cork GAA we are proud of what the teams have achieved, not just at senior level but also with their minors and under 20s. As before, the new jersey will take pride of place in our Cork stores, and we expect there to be strong demand from some of the most passionate GAA supporters in Ireland. We wish the players, management and all in Cork GAA the very best of luck in the season ahead, we look forward to seeing this new jersey coming to life on the field and on the Rebel fans for the League and All-Ireland Championship in 2023.”
The Number 1 jersey will be a throw-back to the 1990s, with a dramatic return of the red and white stripes worn by the goalkeepers on the All-Ireland double-winning team.
Kevin O’Donovan, CEO Cork GAA, said “Cork fans are tremendously proud of their jerseys, and we hope that this year’s design will join the list of classics worn by the Rebels over the decades. The design has been carefully crafted by O’Neills to incorporate the best elements of jerseys from times past, and we are particularly proud of the return of an iconic goalkeeper design. We look forward to seeing our teams succeed in this new jersey.”
Tony Towell, Managing Director of O’Neills added, “We are very proud of the new Cork jersey for 2023. The new 3D silicone badge, silicone stripes, and county name on the sleeves showcase the latest manufacturing techniques we use to full effect. The watermark on the back of the iconic towers and Shandon Steeple depicted in the county crest is unmistakable. These features along with an overall traditional look will give the Cork people a jersey they can be proud of.”
The new Cork Kit – manufactured by O’Neills – goes on sale exclusively in Sports Direct Stores or online at https://ie.sportsdirect.com
If you want to nominate a club, team or individual for the monthly award then email probng.cork@gaa.ie stating the reasons why.
A chara,
At the meeting of Ard Chomhairle 24ú Meán Fómhair, I announced that the GAA will hold a national ‘Respect the Referee Day’ across the weekend of 22/23rd October 2022 to link in with county finals that will take place on these days; this allows the GAA to raise the profile of referees and, more importantly, an awareness among the rest of our members about the level of respect that we expect when it comes to supporting match officials.
If your county is hosting a county final on the weekend of the 22nd and 23rd of October, you are asked you to do the following to draw attention to the role of Referees:
As part of Referee Respect Day, the GAA will run a campaign on radio and social media platforms to highlight the importance of match officials, with a national launch taking place this coming Thursday, 13ú Deireadh Fómhair 2022.
In addition to the ‘Referee Respect Day’, several other initiatives will take place over the coming months, including:
Rules Review
Procedures
Review of how serious infractions against match officials within the Association are processed
Going Forward
To be the embodiment of the GAA manifesto, Where We All Belong requires that no one is left out or left behind. The people who act as match officials ensure your games take place, and without them, there would be no games. These people are just as important to the GAA as every player, coach, committee member and volunteer. They are dedicated to Gaelic games, have a passion for their vocation and have families who are proud of the contribution they make. How we treat them says something about us and the only treatment we should tolerate is one of utmost respect.
If you have any feedback, please feel free to contact me or Bernard Smith in the Games Administration Department (bernard.smith@gaa.ie or 01 865 8694.)
Is mise le meas
Lathrás Mac Carthaigh
Uachtarán
THE Cork College of FET and Northside Community Enterprises have announced details of a new training programme, GAA Player and Coach Development, which is now accepting applicants for the new term.
The programme is the first of its kind, with participants receiving a weekly training allowance while achieving their QQI Level 4 qualification in Sports and Recreation through the Farranferris Education and Training Campus.
Modules covered during the 48-week, full-time course, will include manual handling, first aid response, fire safety, and HSA training in dealing with slips, trips and falls.
Participants will also receive the foundation award of GAA Coaching during the programme.
The course is open to those who are currently unemployed or moving on from second-level education, with an interest in developing a career in Sports. A background or involvement in coaching is not required to join this programme.
THE Cork College of FET and Northside Community Enterprises have announced details of a new training programme, GAA Player and Coach Development, which is now accepting applicants for the new term.
The programme is the first of its kind, with participants receiving a weekly training allowance while achieving their QQI Level 4 qualification in Sports and Recreation through the Farranferris Education and Training Campus.
Modules covered during the 48-week, full-time course, will include manual handling, first aid response, fire safety, and HSA training in dealing with slips, trips and falls.
Participants will also receive the foundation award of GAA Coaching during the programme.
The course is open to those who are currently unemployed or moving on from second-level education, with interest in developing a career in sports. A background or involvement in coaching is not required to join this programme.
Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Brian at 021-4228100 or Fachtna at 087 6811760 to find out more information or to request an application form.
NCE has been delivering essential training programmes in Cork since 1993. Working with educational organisations and government agencies, the NCE offers effective solutions to enhance workforce preparation and grow area employment levels.
Participants are encouraged to have an interest in sports, however, experience or involvement in coaching roles is not necessary to be accepted.
Training allowances are currently made available at €208, and this figure will rise under Budget 2023 to €220 per week, for those eligible for Jobseekers Allowance.
The Farranferris Education & Training campus also hosts childcare facilities for students.
Ballincollig U13 footballers and Midleton U13 hurlers are the joint winners of the Rebel Óg award for August.
Both sides enjoyed wins in their respective Premier 1 finals recently, with the Village appearing in both finals.
The finals were held on respective Saturday mornings, with games taking place at either the 4G pitch at Páirc Uí Chaoimh or at Bishopstown GAA Club.
Over the two days of finals, 12 finals were held with the Magpies and Village taking the top prizes on offer after some great games across both days.
Midleton and Ballincollig enjoyed a battle all through the hurling decider before a goal proved to be the crucial score for the winners after a highly entertaining game.
The football final was every bit as close and it took extra time before Ballincollig managed to get the better of St Finbarr’s.
Chairman of Rebel Óg, Michael O’Mahony, congratulated both teams on their success and said it was great to see so many great games over the two days of U13 finals.
He wished the young players all the best going forward and said he hoped to see many of them go on to play at adult level for their club in the years to come.
Mr O’Mahony also said that they will always remember days like this and that the friendships they make now through the club will be ones that will stay with them forever and will look back in the years to come.
