Following the conclusion of all 10 semi-finals and five relegation playoffs across Cork hurling’s top three grades, standout performers have been named to the latest Echo Cork Hurling Team of the Week, featuring vital contributions from Glen Rovers goalkeeper Cathal Hickey, Kanturk midfielder Brian O’Sullivan, and Ballinhassig sharpshooter Ger Collins.
Goalkeeper and Defensive Standouts
Glen Rovers netminder Cathal Hickey delivered sharp distribution and secured victory against Charleville by making a crucial late save—his third major stop of the match—capping off what is described as a superb campaign to date. In the full-back line, Aghabullogue’s Paul Ring earned praise for tracking Cillian O’Callaghan after a fast start, successfully limiting the forward’s influence for the remainder of the contest.
Out wide, Dungourney corner-back Dylan Healy logged a high-energy performance during an extra-time battle against Aghabullogue, running himself into the ground and chipping in with a point. St Finbarr’s stalwart Damien Cahalane added 1-0 to his defensive duties against Imokilly, capped by a powerful, one-handed finish to the net. Fr O’Neill’s half-back Ger Millerick battled Cork senior Shane Kingston to help preserve his side’s top-flight status, rounding out his shift with a point.
At centre-back, Darren Browne acted as Kanturk’s metronome against Sars, while Dan Greene delivered clean distribution from the half-back line to anchor Carrigaline’s control in a decisive win over Cloyne.
Midfield and Forward Powerhouses
Kanturk midfielder Brian O’Sullivan claimed his third-straight team of the week appearance, landing 0-10 (0-8 frees, 0-1 sixty-five) as the champions were slain. According to match records, O’Sullivan is the championship top-scorer with 2-44. Midfielder Éanna Desmond added 0-6 for Carrigaline following a dominant team performance.
In the half-forward line, Ballinhassig’s Ger Collins posted a massive 1-16 (0-14 frees, 0-1 sixty-five), finishing his debut Senior A campaign with a total of 1-35 despite a defeat. Kanturk centre-forward Colin Walsh notched 1-4 against Sars, bringing his championship tally to 2-13. Watergrasshill’s Brendan Lehane chipped in with 1-3 in their win over Ballinhassig.
Up front, St Finbarr’s William Buckley added 0-7 following a hard-working battle against Timmy Wilk. Glen Rovers veteran Patrick Horgan posted 1-12 (0-8 frees), including four points from play and a well-taken goal against Charleville, lifting his personal tournament total to 1-35. Watergrasshill corner-forward Seán Desmond rounded out the attacking selections with 1-4, bringing his cumulative championship output to 3-11 after an extra-time victory over Ballinhassig.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top scorers in the Cork hurling championship according to recent matches?
Kanturk midfielder Brian O’Sullivan is the championship top-scorer with 2-44, while Ballinhassig’s Ger Collins and Glen Rovers’ Patrick Horgan have both amassed 1-35.
What matches were recently decided in the Cork hurling championships?
All 10 semi-finals across the top three grades have been set, alongside the conclusion of five relegation playoffs.
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