Donal O'Mahony: Cork now putting solid building blocks in place 

Stretching back to 2018, which was the last year of U21, Saturday represents Cork’s third consecutive All-Ireland final appearance at this age-grade.

16 February 2019; CBC Cork coach Donal O'Mahony at half-time during the Harty Cup Final match between CBC Cork and Midleton CBS at Páirc Uí Rinn in Cork. Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

Cork’s regular involvement in All-Ireland minor and U20 hurling finals is a sure sign the county is “going in the right direction”.

That’s according to Cork U20 hurling selector Donal O’Mahony who believes victory in Saturday's All-Ireland decider would provide the momentum for a couple more titles to follow suit in the years ahead.