Grandons Toyota Cork Announces Sponsorship of Munster Football Association
The Munster FA are delighted to welcome Grandons Toyota Glanmire on board as sponsor of Munster Senior Cup. Pictured at the launch this week from Grandons Toyota where Ken Grandon Dealer Principal, Fidelma Read General Manager & Ray Leahy After Sales Manager along with Munster FA Chairperson John Buckley & John Finnegan FAI Vice President & MFA Executive Member. Also pictured are current MFA Amateur Squad Members & Munster Senior League Players, Christopher McCarthy (Ringmahon Rangers) Ciaran Griffin (Cobh Wanderers) Cian Murphy (Rockmount) Jamie O Sullivan (Ringmahon Rangers) Eoin Healy (Midleton FC) Patrick O Donoghue (Castleview) Ewan Lee (UCC) & Adam Delurey (Ringmahon Rangers)
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Grandons Toyota Cork Announces Sponsorship of Munster Football Association at Turners Cross, Cork
Cork, 30 July 2024 – Grandons Toyota Cork is proud to announce its new sponsorship of the Munster Football Association, enhancing the vibrant football community at Turners Cross, Cork. This partnership underscores Grandons Toyota’s commitment to supporting local sports and fostering community spirit.
“We are thrilled to support the Munster Football Association and contribute to the development of football in Cork,” said Ken Grandon, Dealer Principal at Grandons Toyota Cork. “This sponsorship aligns with our values of community engagement and excellence, and we look forward to a successful partnership.”
The sponsorship will provide vital resources to the Munster Football Association, ensuring that both players and fans have a top-tier experience at Turners Cross. This initiative is part of Grandons Toyota Cork’s broader commitment to giving back to the community and promoting healthy, active lifestyles.
“We greatly appreciate Grandons Toyota Cork’s support,” said Barry Cotter of the Munster Football Association. “Their sponsorship will help us continue to offer high-quality football experiences and develop the sport further in the region. As part of the partnership Grandons Toyota will become the main sponsor of the Munster Senior Cup giving this prestigious competition of the Munster FA a main sponsor”
As a leading Toyota dealership, Grandons Toyota Cork is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and vehicles to its customers. This sponsorship is a testament to Grandons Toyota’s dedication to excellence, both on the road and in the community.
For more information about Grandons Toyota Cork and its initiatives, visit www.grandons.ie or contact 021-4858300.
About Grandons Toyota Cork:
Grandons Toyota Cork is a premier Toyota dealership offering a wide range of new and approved used vehicles, exceptional customer service, and flexible financing options. Recently accredited as a Toyota Approved Bodyshop, Grandons Toyota Cork continues to set the standard in automotive excellence.
Cork, 30 July 2024 – Grandons Toyota Cork is proud to announce its new sponsorship of the Munster Football Association, enhancing the vibrant football community at Turners Cross, Cork. This partnership underscores Grandons Toyota’s commitment to supporting local sports and fostering community spirit.
“We are thrilled to support the Munster Football Association and contribute to the development of football in Cork,” said Ken Grandon, Dealer Principal at Grandons Toyota Cork. “This sponsorship aligns with our values of community engagement and excellence, and we look forward to a successful partnership.”
The sponsorship will provide vital resources to the Munster Football Association, ensuring that both players and fans have a top-tier experience at Turners Cross. This initiative is part of Grandons Toyota Cork’s broader commitment to giving back to the community and promoting healthy, active lifestyles.
“We greatly appreciate Grandons Toyota Cork’s support,” said Barry Cotter of the Munster Football Association. “Their sponsorship will help us continue to offer high-quality football experiences and develop the sport further in the region. As part of the partnership Grandons Toyota will become the main sponsor of the Munster Senior Cup giving this prestigious competition of the Munster FA a main sponsor”
As a leading Toyota dealership, Grandons Toyota Cork is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and vehicles to its customers. This sponsorship is a testament to Grandons Toyota’s dedication to excellence, both on the road and in the community.
For more information about Grandons Toyota Cork and its initiatives, visit www.grandons.ie or contact 021-4858300.
About Grandons Toyota Cork:
Grandons Toyota Cork is a premier Toyota dealership offering a wide range of new and approved used vehicles, exceptional customer service, and flexible financing options. Recently accredited as a Toyota Approved Bodyshop, Grandons Toyota Cork continues to set the standard in automotive excellence.
Munster Senior Cup 3rd Round & Quarter Final Draw 23 / 24
Last night, the draw for the 3rd Round and Quarter Final of the 2023 / 2024 Munster Senior Cup took place in Turners Cross Stadium, Munster FA HQ:
3rd Round Draw
- Cork City v Ballinhassig or Wilton United
- Carrigaline Unted v Treaty United
- Kerry v Avondale United
- Ringmahon Rangers v Fermoy
- Waterford v Douglas Hall
- Midleton v Castleview
- Cobh Ramblers v College Corinthians
- Leeds v Rockmount or Macroom
3rd Round ties to be played before week ending 14th January 2024
Quarter Final Draw:
Carrigaline Unted or Treaty United v Midleton or Castleview
Kerry or Avondale United v Cobh Ramblers or College Corinthians
Waterford United or Douglas Hall v Cork City or Ballinhassig or Wilton United
Leeds or Rockmount or Macroom v Ringmahon Rangers or Fermoy
Quarter Final ties to be played before week ending 4th February 2024
Munster Amateur Inter-Provincial Manager Vacancy
The Munster Football Association (MFA) are currently inviting expressions of interest for the position of manager of the Munster Amateur Inter-Provincial squad. The position will involve selecting & managing a squad to represent the MFA at the newly created FAI Amateur Inter-Provincial Competition to be held in 2024.
The ideal candidate should have good knowledge of Amateur Football in Munster and must have excellent communication, interpersonal & leadership skills
Qualification Requirements
- FAI Safeguarding
- Garda Vetting
- 3 years’ experience with a club and / or league
- Previous experience coaching amateur players
- On the FAI Coaching Pathway, preferably UEFA B license or higher.
If you are interested in this position you can apply by email with your coaching CV including coaching qualifications and cover letter to Barry Cotter, MFA Administrator at munsterfasoccer@gmail.com
Application deadline is Thursday 30th November 2023.
See full notice of Job Vacancy here: Munster Amateur Interprovincial Manager Vacancy
Munster FA Cup Draws 2023-2024
Over the last number of days the following Cup Draws took place in Turner’s Cross Stadium for the 2023 / 2024 season. Please click on each link to download the full draws
Munster Senior Cup Draw 2023-2024
McCarthy Insurance Munster Junior Cup Draw 2023-2024
McCarthy Insurance Munster Junior Shield Draw 2023-2024
JAKO Ireland Munster Youth Cup Draw 2023-2024
Please also see the updated Munster FA General & Cup Rules 2023-2024
Munster Youth Inter-Provincial Manager Vacancy
The Munster Football Association (MFA) are currently inviting expressions of interest for the position of manager of the Munster Youth Inter-Provincial squad. The position will involve selecting & managing a squad to represent the MFA at the FAI Youth Inter-Provincial Competition in March 2024
The ideal candidate should have good knowledge of Youth Football in Munster and must have excellent communication, interpersonal & leadership skills
Qualification Requirements
- FAI Safeguarding
- Garda Vetting
- 3 years’ experience with a club and / or league
- Previous experience coaching youth players
- Minimum UEFA C license holder or currently be on the FAI Coaching Pathway for UEFA C license.
If you are interested in this position you can apply by email with your coaching CV including coaching qualifications and cover letter to Barry Cotter, MFA Administrator at munsterfasoccer@gmail.com
Application deadline is Friday 1st September 2023
See full notice of Job Vacancy here: MFA Youth Interprovincial Manager Vacancy
Women’s World Cup Watch Party – 26/7/23
The Munster Football Association are delighted to announce that in partnership with the Cork City Council we will host a Womens World Cup Watch Party Event at Turners Cross Stadium on Wednesday 26th July 1pm Kick Off for the Ireland v Canada fixture.
Gates on the day will open at 12noon. A Big Screen will be positioned on the pitch facing the main Donie Ford Stand that can hold up to 2000 spectators. Shop & Food Van will also be available on the day. We hope to have some guests also attend and watch party Fan Ware will also be made available to those attending.
Speaking ahead of the event Barry Cotter of the MFA said “I would like to say a special thanks to the Cork City Council for coming on board and funding this event as without them it wasn’t a possibility. Women & Girls in sport has been increasing expediently in previous years and events like this will only help it grow further. Turners Cross is a fabulous venue and the MFA are delighted to host this event to support the girls in green in their World Cup Adventure”
Also speaking at the launch Michelle Broderick of the Cork City Council Sports & Sustainability Department said “Congratulations to Munster Football Association for this great initiative. Cork City Council welcomes this event as the physical and mental benefits of sport are widely recognised. In particular, this ties in with the council’s goal of encouraging female involvement in sport. I would to wish the Irish Team the best of luck”
The event is a free entry event and we invite all young and old as well as current and new fans to attend the event and add colour and noise to support the girls in green. The very best of luck to Vera Pauw and the whole squad in what will be an exciting few weeks for football in the country.
Munster Junior Cup & Munster Junior Shield 2023/24 Sponsored by McCarthy Insurance Group
Munster Football Association is delighted to announce that for season 2023/24, a new competition in the Junior strand of the game has been introduced.
Previously the Munster Junior Cup was opened to all Junior teams affiliated in the Munster Province. 2023/24 will see the introduction of a new competition called the Munster Junior Shield. This move has been made following consultation at executive and council level of the Munster FA over the last few months. Again we are very lucky to have McCarthy Insurance Group on board as sponsors for both competitions.
The 2 competitions will be separate competitions.
McCarthy Insurance Group Munster Junior Cup – Open to all teams playing in the top 2 league tiers in their affiliated leagues. Should a team from outside the top 2 tiers wish to enter the Cup competition they can do so but cannot enter the Munster Junior Shield. Registration form is here, with a deadline of Friday 11th August to register.
McCarthy Insurance Group Munster Junior Shield – Open to all teams playing outside the top 2 league tiers in their affiliated leagues. Registration form is here, with a deadline of Friday 11th August to register.
Should any clubs or leagues have any questions or queries please feel free to contact MFA Adminstrator Barry Cotter by email with these queries to munsterfasoccer@gmail.com
MFA Statement
The Munster Football Association condemns the actions of a small group of individuals who directed despicable abuse at Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley & his family from outside the ground on Friday night following the Cork City v Shamrock Rovers fixture played at our grounds Turners Cross Stadium.
We wish to commend Cork City Football Club and their staff in their prompt actions on the night as well as their continued commitment to seek out those involved in this incident.
The MFA will work with all authorities to identify those involved and when identified these individuals after being dealt with by CCFC will be given lifetime bans from all fixtures played at Turners Cross Stadium.
MFA Executive Committee
Statement Ends.
FAI Football Pathways Plan – Consultation
As part of the FAI’s four year strategy from 2022-2025, Nurturing Football Pathways for All is one of our key strategic pillars and to this end we are embarking on a consultation process in May and June with the goal of developing a new strategy for the technical development of football in Ireland that will enhance pathways for all players to achieve their full potential.
In the coming weeks and months, our team will be engaging with all stakeholders involved in football development across Ireland to garner views and opinions that will help inform the eventual strategy. Those involved in football development are encouraged to attend their regional consultation workshop and share their thoughts and insights. We want to get as much feedback as possible and welcome players, coaches, referees, parents, volunteers, leagues, affiliates and all involved in football to be part of the conversation. Full details of the consultation workshops including dates, times and venues are included below. Please note that further online county by county consultation opportunities will be communicated at later date.
Please RSVP here for a consultation workshop that suits you. We want as many people across the game to contribute and be part of the discussion so walk in’s are also welcome to every session. Looking forward to meeting you all over the next few months, and helping shape a bright future for Irish football.