O'Mahony believes the Cork underage scene is in a good place and "the future is bright"

Ray O’Mahony studied well over 200 players between the regional development squads and trials held last October. In arriving at his panel of 36, he got a proper good look at the level of ability around the county.

Cork Bainisteoir Ray O'Mahony prior to their clash with in their Electric Ireland Minor Football Championship semi-final at Semple Stadium, Thurles. Picture Dan Linehan

Since moving down from Dublin some 16 years ago, Ray O’Mahony has immersed himself in the local football scene.

There was work and success at underage and adult level with his adopted club Éire Óg. On the Cork front, there were several years spent helping the development squad teams from the mid Cork region.