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Irish Examiner
5 days ago
- General
- Irish Examiner
Solution needed to resolve Cork club football farce
Beara reached last year's Cork U21A football final. The division last won this particular championship 18 years previous. That gap was not bridged last December. It didn't matter. Their getting there was evidence enough of this coming crop from Cork's most westerly and most remote division. The same crop won a Premier Minor county title in 2021 and backed it up a year later with Premier U19 honours. Beara back on the map. Yesterday, Beara were back in the news. The division was forced, 24 hours before throw-in, to concede their Cork Premier SFC fixture against Duhallow because of insufficient playing numbers. Having not fielded a team for either the 2023 or '24 editions of the Cork football championship, today's game in the colleges/divisions section was to be their comeback. That comeback is now on hold for another 12 months. Numbers are tight in the division, but numbers are not the issue, as evidenced by the aforementioned underage success. Avondhu pulled the plug last week. Numbers are in no way tight in Avondhu and numbers were certainly not the root cause of their withdrawal either. The players are there. The problem is the clubs and the calendar. There are six clubs in Beara. Only two were making their players available for today's now cancelled fixture. Of the other four, two had their own League and championship games this week that took priority and exclusive focus. Then there's the Leaving Cert. Then there's lads taking holidays in the month of June because the county championship is in full flow from late next month until whenever your respective club exits or enjoys silverware. It has been suggested to the Cork executive to play the colleges/divisions section of the Cork football and hurling championships much earlier than June so as to avoid the above issues. The suggestion fell on deaf ears. In his annual report last year, Cork GAA CEO Kevin O'Donovan described as 'shambolic' the late withdrawals by divisional teams long after draws were made and fixtures ratified. O'Donovan was referencing the four divisions - Duhallow, Muskerry (both hurling), Imokilly and Beara (both football) - that handed walkovers to their respective opponents this time last year. Despite stating that such 11th hour withdrawals require 'immediate attention', here we are again. Beara and Avondhu failing to field mean neither of the scheduled first-round games - Avondhu v Carbery and Beara v Duhallow - will now take place. MTU did not enter this year's championship, the third year in succession they have opted out. Of eight divisions and two colleges, only four will put out a team in this year's county football championship. Either find a suitable home in the calendar for the colleges/divisions section that won't have teams handing walkovers one day before throw-in or scrap their involvement altogether. To maintain the current farce serves no one.
Irish Examiner
6 days ago
- General
- Irish Examiner
Beara forced to concede Cork PSFC colleges/divisions fixture against Duhallow
Beara have been forced to concede their Cork Premier Senior Football Championship colleges/divisions fixture against Duhallow on Thursday evening because of insufficient playing numbers. The Beara division were returning to the county championship for the first time since 2022 and were confident of being able to field tomorrow. But late player withdrawals, owing to club fixtures in the days either side of Thursday's game, has forced the division to pull the plug and hand Duhallow a walkover. Feeder clubs Urhan are playing county league against Inniscarra this evening, Wednesday, while Glengarriff have a County Junior B quarter-final against Ballyphehane on Sunday. Beara's withdrawal follows that of Avondhu last week meaning neither of the scheduled first-round games - Avondhu v Carbery and Beara v Duhallow - will now take place. Avondhu and Beara's 11th hour withdrawals follows that of Imokilly and Beara this time last year. MTU did not enter this year's championship, the third year in succession they have opted out. The spate of withdrawals once again raises questions over the viability of the colleges/divisions section of the county championship and where in the calendar it should be placed to ensure maximum participation. Both Carbery and Duhallow, courtesy of their respective walkovers, now advance to the second phase of the colleges/divisions section where they will meet UCC and Muskerry.
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Inside castle on Irish market for €2.5million with its own tower, four reception rooms, sauna and swimming pool
A 'BREATHTAKING' property has hit the Irish market - and it features its own tower, four reception rooms, games room, sauna and a swimming pool. Carrigacunna Castle is located in Carrigacunna, Killavullen, Co Cork. 9 The house is located in Carrigacunna, Killavullen Credit: 9 It is selling for €2,500,000 Credit: 9 The house has been transformed over the years Credit: 9 It blends historic features with contemporary design Credit: The five-bedroom home, with five bathrooms, has an asking price of €2,500,000. The seller said: 'Carrigacunna is a breathtakingly restored Georgian house set alongside a beautifully preserved Norman tower house, both commanding a spectacular position overlooking the meandering River Blackwater in North Originally built by Henry Foott in 1826, the Blending historical elements with contemporary design, with beautiful glass-walled spaces that 'flood the interiors with natural light'. READ MORE ON MONEY It has two double-height glazed atriums, effortlessly linking the traditional architecture with modern design. The property is built next to a 16th-century Norman tower house, which itself 'holds centuries of history'. The elevated house offers 'panoramic views' of the Blackwater Valley, the Ballyhoura mountains and the Galtee mountains. The Most read in Money The agent suggested the first-floor offices could be converted into an additional bedroom, if desired. Guests can stay in the one-bedroom annexe in the Fisherman's cottage adjoining the main house. RTE Cheap European Homes property hunter left gushing at 'unique' spanish villa The charming property is 'expansive yet easily manageable living space'. The agent said: 'The estate is set in a peaceful and unspoiled region of the Blackwater Valley, an area renowned for its fertile farmland and natural beauty. 'The River Blackwater, considered one of Ireland's finest salmon rivers, meanders through the landscape, with its banks dotted by historic Norman castles. 'The towns of Mallow and Fermoy are within easy reach, offering a full array of shopping, leisure, and financial services, alongside welcoming pubs and restaurants.' Despite its rural location, the property has 'excellent transport links', with quick access to national road and rail networks. There's a selection of nearby activities including a golf course, racecourses and fishing spots. The listing added: 'Both Shannon and Cork airports are within an hour's drive, making travel convenient for residents and visitors alike. 'For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding area offers an array of sporting and leisure activities, including private fishing along the Blackwater, scenic hikes in Killarney's lakes and mountains (just an hour away), and hunting with the Duhallow and Scarteen packs. 'Equestrian pursuits are well-catered for, with racecourses in Mallow and Killarney, while golfers can enjoy the abundance of high-quality courses in the region.' The "remarkable" property is advertised on and is being sold by Lisney Sotheby's International Realty. 9 There are four reception rooms Credit: 9 The agent said the house is a manageable living space Credit: 9 It boasts an indoor swimming pool Credit: 9 The house features two double-height glazed atriums Credit: 9 Lisney Sotheby's International Realty is selling the property Credit:
