Cork‌ U20 Hurling Team Features Eight Munster Final Veterans

​ ⁤Cork’s U20 hurling team is gearing up for their Munster Championship campaign with a strong core of experienced players. Eight players who featured in last year’s Munster final against⁢ Tipperary are back this season, bringing valuable experience to the squad.

Returning Stars Bolster Cork’s ⁣U20 Hopes

Captain Denis Cashman (Bride‍ Rovers) leads the charge, joined by Killeagh twins​ Barry and Ben Walsh, and Cobh’s Timmy Wilk, all of whom started in last year’s controversial final defeat. james O’Brien (Fermoy), Ross O’Sullivan (Na Piarsaigh), Barry O’Flynn (sarsfields), and Adam O’Sullivan (Ballinhassig) also return, having ​made appearances off the bench in that game.
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Experienced Panel Includes Familiar Faces

Adding further depth to the panel are Daniel O’Connell (Dromina),⁢ David O’Leary ‌(Ballincollig), Daniel Murnane (Carrigtwohill), Peter O’Shea (Erin’s Own), and Johnny Galvin (Éire Óg), all of whom were part of the U20 squad last year. Two players from last year’s minor team, John Murphy (Mallow)‌ and Mark O’Brien ‍(Douglas), ‌have also made the step up.

Munster⁤ Championship Fixtures Announced

‍ Cork begins their Munster U20 ​Hurling championship campaign against Clare ⁣in Sixmilebridge. Following‍ the opener, they will‍ host Tipperary before facing Limerick⁢ and Waterford. The team finishing top of the group will advance to the Munster final.
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Management Team Announced

The Cork U20 hurling team will be ​managed by Noel ⁣Furlong (Carrigtwohill),⁤ with Dónal Óg Cusack (Cloyne) serving as coach. Selectors include Seán Guiheen (Na ⁤Piarsaigh),Tadhg Óg⁤ Murphy (Sarsfields),and Vincent Hurley (Courcey Rovers).

Cork U20 ⁤Hurling Panel

Full panel list:

• Matthew Barrett (Carrigtwohill)
• Zach Biggane (Charleville)
• Denis Cashman (Bride Rovers)
• Bill Collins (Newtownshandrum)
• Carthaigh Cronin ⁤(Midleton)
• Ryan Deasy (Ballymartle)
• Cian Dunphy (Erin’s Own)
• Oisín Fitzgerald (St Catherine’s)
• Johnny Galvin (Éire Óg)
• Eoin Guinane (Valley ⁤Rovers)
• Dylan McCarthy (Killeagh)
• Daniel murnane (Carrigtwohill)
• John murphy (Mallow)
• Johnny Murphy (Dromina)
• James O’Brien (Cloyne)
• James O’Brien (Fermoy)
• Mark O’Brien (Douglas)
• Cillian O’Callaghan (Dungourney)
• Daniel ⁤O’Connell (Dromina)
• Barry O’Flynn⁣ (Sarsfields)
• David⁤ O’Leary (ballincollig)
• Seán O’Neill (Ballincollig)
• Peter O’Shea (Erin’s Own)
• Adam O’Sullivan (Ballinhassig)
• Ross O’Sullivan (Na Piarsaigh)
• Barry Walsh (Killeagh)
• Ben Walsh (killeagh)
• Oisín Walsh (Youghal)
• John Wigginton Barrett⁢ (St Finbarr’s)
• Timmy Wilk (Cobh)

How have the Cork U20 ‌hurlers been training and preparing for the ‍upcoming ‍Munster Championship?

Cork ⁣U20 Hurling Team: Your Burning Questions Answered

This article dives into‍ the Cork U20 hurling team’s preparations‌ for‌ the Munster Championship.​ Let’s clear things up with some FAQs:

Q&A

Who⁣ are the key players ⁣to watch for Cork?

Keep​ an eye on Captain denis ⁤Cashman, the Killeagh twins (barry and Ben Walsh), and Timmy ‍Wilk. These are the experienced players ⁢who played​ in last year’s Munster ⁤final.

What happened in last year’s Munster​ final?

Cork ⁤lost to tipperary in a ⁣”controversial” final.The exact nature of‍ the​ controversy isn’t specified in‍ the text. ‍ Keep an eye on ⁢the news as the Championship ​unfolds!

Who is ⁢managing the team?

Noel Furlong from ⁢carrigtwohill is the manager. Dónal Óg Cusack is ‌the coach, and the selectors include Seán Guiheen, ⁢Tadhg Óg⁤ Murphy, and​ Vincent Hurley.

What are Cork’s fixtures‌ in the Munster Championship?

Cork will⁣ face Clare, tipperary, Limerick, and ‌Waterford. The team that finishes top of the group⁤ advances to the Munster final.The first match is against Clare in Sixmilebridge.

Where can I find more detail on the fixtures and results?

Check GAA.ie or local sports websites for the most⁤ up-to-date details on the schedule. The competition is always dynamic, so follow the ​news!

What is the importance‍ of players moving up from the ⁢minor ‌team?

John Murphy and ‌Mark O’Brien, previously on the minor team, bring​ fresh energy ⁢and talent. This highlights the‌ advancement pathway within the Cork hurling setup. Keep an eye on ‌how they perform!

With a strong core of experienced players and promising new talent, the Cork U20 hurling team is set for an exciting ⁣Munster Championship ⁢run. Stay ⁤tuned for updates and cheer them ‍on!