Erin’s Own manager: ‘Pulling it out of the fire against St Finbarr’s was a big turning point’

Ask Martin Bowen what game stands out for him this summer and he gives the answer you’re least expecting.

There have been plenty of tight squeezes for Erin’s Own en route to a first Cork SHC final appearance in nine years, chief among them being their smash and grab victory over Imokilly in the fourth round — Cathal O’Mahony somehow managed to direct the sliotar through a crowded goalmouth four minutes into second-half stoppage-time to secure a precious 2-21 to 2-20 win.

A late goal was also required to see off Cork IT first time out, Cian O’Callaghan rattling the students’ net on 59 minutes. O’Callaghan was at it again in the 2-13 to 1-15 semi-final triumph over Midleton, his late goal proving the difference.