Bandon’s dual mandate a lesson for all

Americans like to call it “The Big Mo” and, if you ever wanted an expression of what momentum can be like in sport, take Bandon’s 2016 season.

Last Sunday’s Premier IHC final win over Fermoy made it 10 straight championship wins for the West Cork club across both hurling and football. Their success also illustrates that, if the will is there, clubs can challenge for ultimate honours seasonally in both codes.

Bandon’s near-neighbours, Valley Rovers, were the last club in Cork to manage something similar to what Bandon wish to achieve this year. (In 2009 Valleys annexed PIFC and IHC titles). Bandon have taken note of what Valleys and their other border cousins Newcestown have managed when it comes to balancing a dual drive for success.