Place: Temple Hill

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Walk on: A woman and two children make their way through a rapeseed field in Co Louth. Donal Lenihan says the amateur sporting landscape has been challenged but clubs will rise to the test. Picture: INPHO/Morgan Treacy

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Donal Lenihan: Crisis shows the importance of clubs outside their sporting sphere

The coronavirus has set challenges for sports clubs and organisations across the spectrum. From a rugby perspective, the professional game is already in turmoil after only weeks of inactivity, while its amateur equivalent is also feeling the pain, writes Donal Lenihan.

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Rugby stars swap tackle bags for shopping bags

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Cork Con weather UCC storm to make it 13 wins on the trot

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Planning permission granted for 294 apartments in Dublin

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Ex-Mayor of Cork slams 'cowards' who have 'crossed a line' by defacing election poster outside his home

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Barr has added guile to Con, says Hayes

Allow the club game to wither at your peril — and here’s why...

Regular readers will be familiar with my views on the club game in this country and the role it can still play for professional players at either end of the rugby spectrum.

Wed, 01 May, 2019

French flair sends Con back to Aviva

Cork Constitution are through to their fourth successive All-Ireland final next Sunday in the Aviva Stadium where they will face Clontarf after a deserved win over Trinity at Temple Hill yesterday afternoon.

Mon, 29 Apr, 2019

Your weekend IRFU round-up

Your Sunday rugby round-up.

Sun, 28 Apr, 2019

Cork Constitution to face Clontarf following win over Trinity

Cork Constitution are through to their fourth successful All Ireland Final next Sunday in the Aviva Stadium where they will face Clontarf after a deserved win over Trinity at Temple Hill yesterday afternoon.

Sun, 28 Apr, 2019

Cork Con outplay old rivals Garryowen, winning Munster Senior Cup for 30th time

Cork Constitution captured the Bank of Ireland Munster Senior Cup for the 30th time at Thomond Park this afternoon when scoring a fully deserved 26-23 victory over their old rivals Garryowen.

Sat, 05 Jan, 2019

Tom Hayes on Shannon's return to 1A: 'The quality now is better than anything I played in'

“What a game! What a spectacle! Is Irish club rugby alive? Yes, yes, and yes again.”

Mon, 08 Oct, 2018

‘Missing piece of the jigsaw’: Dublin couple reunite with baby son after 36 years

A Dublin couple who gave up their baby boy for adoption when they were teenagers have found him again, 36 years later.

Thu, 14 Jun, 2018

Cork Con face friendly fire in Aviva battle

Somebody from the south is going to be a winner at the Aviva Stadium tomorrow afternoon. Even if Cork Constitution are dethroned as Ulster Bank League champions in an eagerly awaited decider against Lansdowne (3pm), there will be celebrations down in the seaside town of Crosshaven.

Sat, 05 May, 2018

Cork Con underdogs in bid to retain title, says Brian Hickey

Cork Constitution head coach Brian Hickey says his side are “underdogs” heading into Sunday’s Ulster Bank League final, despite the fact the defending champions are approaching their third successive Division 1A decider.

Mon, 30 Apr, 2018

Final four scramble for Division 1A decider slot

Cork Constitution’s form in the capital has not been great this season - four losses in six trips - but a repeat of last April’s 19-16 semi-final win at Lansdowne would do nicely when they visit Terenure College this afternoon.

Sat, 28 Apr, 2018

A romp for Lansdowne as Con surrender crown easily

Cork Constitution 12 Lansdowne 32: Cork Constitution relinquished their Bateman Cup title in tame fashion at Temple Hill on Saturday when Lansdowne produced a stunning second-half display of poise and power to take the spoils for the first time in the modern era.

Mon, 23 Apr, 2018

Lansdowne and Cork Con prove class with late wins

Lansdowne continue to look the team to beat in Ulster Bank League Division 1A after winning at Tom Clifford Park for the first time since 2011, while defending champions Cork Constitution have leapfrogged Terenure College in pursuit of the second home semi-final berth.

Mon, 09 Apr, 2018

Cork Con rejoice in Grand display of club hero Peter O’Mahony

Proud as punch, of their own man Peter O’Mahony, the rest of the Munster contingent and this Irish team as a whole.

Mon, 19 Mar, 2018

Holders CBC find rhythm to see off brave Bandon

In the end it was a bridge too far for Bandon Grammar School, but they still made advancing to another Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Junior Cup final a difficult process for specialists Christian Brothers College Cork at Temple Hill yesterday.

Thu, 22 Feb, 2018

CBC turn on power to demolish brave Clement’s

Christian Brothers College are through to the semi-finals of the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup after victory over a brave St Clement’s side at Temple Hill yesterday.

Thu, 08 Feb, 2018

Gerry Hurley hails effort as Cork Con hit second spot behind Lansdowne

Cork Constitution 26 Buccaneers 0: Gerry Hurley was thrilled to have participated in one of Cork Constitution’s most impressive Ulster Bank League performances of the season at Temple Hill on Saturday.

Mon, 08 Jan, 2018

More silverware for Con as brave UCC fall short

Cork Constitution secured their third consecutive Cork Charity Cup title with a hard fought win over UCC at Temple Hill on Saturday.

Mon, 04 Sep, 2017

Live the dream at one-off Lough home

Get yourself under Lough and quay, says Tommy Barker.

Sat, 29 Jul, 2017

400 new beds proposed in Metropole overhaul

Plans for the overhaul and extension of the Metropole Hotel in Cork city centre have been detailed by the company proposing the works.

Thu, 20 Jul, 2017

Cork clubs show pride in Lions and Irish call-ups

This weekend will be a day of celebration for Cork clubs, Constitution and Dolphin, as three of their number are rewarded for endeavour with high profile selection for the British and Irish Lions and Ireland.

Fri, 16 Jun, 2017

AIL final a humble club game’s chance to shine in Aviva tussle

Five years, eleven finals, ten trophies.

Sat, 06 May, 2017

Resolute Duncan Williams still pushing for perfection

Saturday’s European Champions Cup semi-final against holders Saracens should mark the most important day in Duncan Williams’ professional rugby career.

Fri, 21 Apr, 2017

Max Abbott pounces at the death for Con

Ulster Bank League, Division 1A

Mon, 27 Mar, 2017

David Wallace: Hungrier Ireland can halt England juggernaut

England may be chasing immortality, but David Wallace believes Ireland will be the hungrier team when the pair meet on Saturday.

Thu, 16 Mar, 2017

Cork Constitution dig it out against Belvedere

Cork Constitution 16 Old Belvedere 10: Cork Constitution had to come from behind to secure victory against a brave Old Belvedere outfit in this tightly contested Ulster Bank League Division 1A tussle at Temple Hill on Saturday.

Mon, 06 Mar, 2017

Niall Kenneally and JJ O’Neill tries secure victory for Cork Con

Cork Constitution 19 Dublin University 3: Cork Constitution avoided successive defeats by students from the capital by consolidating third spot in All-Ireland League Division 1A at Temple Hill on Saturday.

Mon, 06 Feb, 2017

3.31 acres of Cork docklands brought to market

A price guide of €1.2 million an acre is indicated in the proposed sale of 3.31 acres of Cork docklands, being sold by the Doyle Group for €4 million.

Thu, 26 Jan, 2017

Cork Con too strong for battling Highfield

Cork Constitution 31 Highfield 15: Highfield battled hard but just didn’t have enough overall class to see their way past holders Cork Constitution in an entertaining Munster Senior Cup semi-final clash at Temple Hill last night.

Sat, 07 Jan, 2017

Highfield determined to end Cork Constitution’s six-in-a-row bid

Cork Constitution’s dominance of the Munster Senior Cup will be challenged at Temple Hill (7.30pm) this evening when lower ranked but high-flying local rivals Highfield hope to stun their illustrious opponents.

Fri, 06 Jan, 2017

Lansdowne win table-top battle and forge clear

Ulster Bank All-Ireland League: Lansdowne will enjoy the festive period that little bit more than their Division 1A rivals after defeating Young Munster 30-24 in a supercharged top of the table clash on Saturday.

Mon, 05 Dec, 2016

Women’s World Cup role tops the wish list for ‘proud’ referee Joy Neville

Joy Neville can reflect on a job well done at Temple Hill on Saturday, where she became the first female referee to oversee a Divison 1A fixture, taking charge of Cork Con’s 24-17 win over Clontarf.

Tue, 15 Nov, 2016

Joy Neville makes history as Cork Con take the points

Saturday was an historic day for the Ulster Bank League as Joy Neville became the first female referee to take charge of a Division 1A fixture.

Mon, 14 Nov, 2016

Watch: Joy Neville becomes the first woman to referee at top level of Irish club rugby

Joy Neville has become the first female referee to take charge of an Ulster Bank League Division 1A game.

Sun, 13 Nov, 2016

Cork Con end their losing streak

Cork Constitution 31 Lansdowne 13: The relief in Cork Constitution ranks was palpable as they picked up a valuable first home win of the Ulster Bank League season to lift themselves clear of the bottom at Temple Hill on Saturday.

Mon, 10 Oct, 2016

Munster skipper Peter O’Mahony all set for return to action against Zebre

Munster skipper Peter O’Mahony is set to make his long-awaited return for Munster for Saturday’s visit of Zebre to Thomond Park, director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has confirmed.

Thu, 29 Sep, 2016

Robin Copeland stars as Young Munster down Cork Con

Cork Constitution 15 Young Munster 37: The thin line between success and failure that was so obvious in four tightly-fought games in league and cup last season put Saturday’s Ulster Bank League tie at Temple Hill in the must-see category.

Mon, 26 Sep, 2016

Robin Copeland available as Young Munster take on Cork Con

Young Munster’s access to the professional ranks will be limited this weekend, so new coach Gearoid Prendergast is thrilled to have Robin Copeland available for today’s trip to Temple Hill.

Sat, 24 Sep, 2016

Today’s Ulster Bank League previews

A look ahead to today’s action in Divisions 1A and 1B...

Sat, 24 Sep, 2016

Starter home: Beaumont, Cork €220,000

Trish Dromey takes a look inside a prettily preserve 1900s cottage. 

Sat, 13 Aug, 2016

Trading up: Beaumont, Cork €345,000

There’s a lovely, west-facing, mature and private back garden with this older-style bungalow home in Cork’s Beaumont suburb — and for those who savour the outdoors, it has a pleasant surprise up its sleeve.

Sat, 23 Jul, 2016

Appeal to GAA fans regarding parking near Cork's Páirc Uí Rinn stadium

The Lord Mayor of Cork has pleaded with GAA fans to respect residents and to park responsibly around the city’s Páirc Uí Rinn stadium, which is hosting a major championship game tonight.

Sat, 02 Jul, 2016

Brian Hickey says chase for another ‘Bateman’ will keep Cork Con focused

Cork Constitution head coach Brian Hickey insists his club’s bid for an historic four in a row of Bateman Cup victories today will be enough to prevent minds wandering to next weekend’s Ulster Bank League Division 1A final.

Sat, 30 Apr, 2016

Young Munster will travel in numbers and with belief

They’ll travel by car, bus and train, 2,000 or more of them, and they’ll help provide the most atmospheric occasion of this season’s Ulster Bank League. With a sniff of glory, Young Munster do the travel bit well, so today’s semi-final clash with Cork Constitution at Temple Hill (2.30pm) promises to be an afternoon to remember.

Sat, 23 Apr, 2016

AIL previews

Some big knockout action takes place today...

Sat, 23 Apr, 2016