Sixteen-year-old Noah Cunnane is a dedicated member of Muskerry Athletics Club, an organisation that is going from strength to strength, marking an impressive start to 2025 with a standout performance at the opening Cross Country meet in Riverstick in September last. Competing against strong opposition from Bandon, Skibbereen, Courseys, Dohneys, […]

A central figure on the Cork Senior Ladies Football team, Laura O’Mahony’s sporting journey is rooted in her hometown of Skibbereen. Her passion for Gaelic football began in her back garden and, since 2010, Laura has played with her club O’Donovan Rossa. When she’s not on the field, Laura works […]

Knee problems are one of the most common reasons people visit their GP. Whether caused by sports injuries, years of physical work, or the gradual wear and tear of arthritis, knee pain can make even the simplest daily activities diffcult. When walking, climbing stairs, or even resting at night becomes […]

For this issue, I’m writing in my capacity as a classically-trained Pilates teacher with over 20 years’ experience teaching in West Cork. I believe everyone can benefit from a good Pilates practice. For me one of the most important aspects of Pilates is that it is a mind/body modality, meaning […]

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