The passing yesterday of former Cork County Board chairman Jim Forbes, described as “a revolutionary” in the GAA, leaves a huge void in Leeside GAA circles. The Carrigaline club man also served as Munster Council PRO and was described by former GAA President Christy Cooney as “a great leader”.

DEFENDING champions DLS Macroom felt the full force of a very skilful St Brendan's in the opening round of the Credit Union Corn Uí Mhuirí at Rathmore yesterday.