Before 1946

Hurling was being played in various pockets right throughout the parish. To to the last there was always a strong hurling tradition with the game fostering nicely in Kilcronat. They would have affiliated to the East Cork Board in 1937. Plenty playing personnel for a while with "A" and "B" teams fielding as well as an "A" grade football team. Originally starting out with green jerseys which eventually took on a white hoop.

Ned Corcoran was chairman for a while succeeded by Michael Condon. Secretary was Moss Sullivan and Jimmy Casey acted as treasurer. Their first meeting took place in a stable belonging to Bill Casey. But subsequent meetings took place were held in Mike McCarthy's cottage (now Casey's). Although not successful at championship level the team did win a few tournaments.

One such tournament v Castlemartyr at Mount Uniacke later that same year produced an exciting series of contests. Four matches were played before eventually the spoils were claimed by Castlemartyr in December of that year.

The Kilcronat team were a direct follow on from the Lacken team of the early thirties. Bur they basically disbanded following the departure of the Powers one of whom taught in the local school. Kilcronat's most famous player at that point in time was Tom McGrath, goalkeeper on the successful Cork county minor hurling team of 1939.

Hurling was also played in Currabeha to the north of the parish. Playing as John Mitchells and made up of local players in the area as well as additions from nearby Castlelyons and not far away Ballyduff. Most of their games were played in Sheehans field (now Buttimers) and a few at Modeligo (now Howard's field). They would have lasted roughly three years from circa 1938 to 1941. On one occasion they played against Bride Rovers in Dungourney. transport to and from the match was provided in an open lorry driven by Mick Keane for Gerry Canning.

Mitchells wore red and white jerseys which could very well have been sold to Watergrasshill. Among the names that lined out for them over the years were; Ned Fitzgerald, Moss Murphy, Moss Sheehan, Jim Murphy, William Fitzgerald, Batt Murphy, Garrett Sheehan, Johnny Barry, John Buckley, Eddie Buckley, Son Cotter, Arthur Cronin, Jerry Cronin, Johnny Coughlan, Dan Hoare, William Cashman, Fr. Carroll, Tom Carroll, John Daly, Ed Flynn, M. O'Riordan and Charkie Daly.

Kilcoran also had a team. Often referred to as the "Kilmedeads" and were formed roughly around 1927. Their games were played at Ardi Donoghue's cross - now Jim Kenneally's cross. Didn't have a recognised set of jerseys. While rivalry against local teams was intense. Especially against the aforementioned John Mitchells of Currabeha. Matches would have been played against Glencairn and Conna. Among the names to play with Kilcoran would be Jim kenneally, Tommy Feeney, Michael Hickey, Tom Flynn, Mick Pearse, Pierre Walsh, Edward Flynn, Dave Pearse, Dan Caples, Paddy Flynn, Joe Pearse, Mickey Caples, Din Canning, Joe Canning, Bill Canning, Michael Cashman and Martin Coughlan.

Also of interest is the fact that the hurleys were made locally, Ash, sally and hazel were used. Frank Daly from Ballyduff made many hurleys. Likewise sliotars were made by local harness makers. Among those were Halleysof Monagown, Mr. mahon and Johnny Crowley. Sliotars could also be purchased from Mrs. McGrath at Flanagans shop in Fermoy for about 3s/6d (17p). There are also recollections of hurling matches at Flynns field at Mt. Gifford.

With the demise of both Kilcoran and Currabeha it was left to local curate Fr. O'Dwyer who was instrumental in reviving hurling in Conna. Greatly helped by an able and enthusiastic local committee, Conna were affiliated to the East Cork Board in 1942. Fellow founder members included - Mick Byrne, Bill O'Mahony, Paddy Hartnett, Nicholas Walsh, Paddy Healy, Johnny Fitzgerald and John Parker. They played at Russell's field - now Barry's. With the cooperation of the Land Commission and the O'Brien family the sports field was acquired, which became known as the "Hurling Field". Having defeated Rathdrum in the semi-final, Conna were quick to make an impression. Defeating Carrigtwohill in the East Cork Junior B Final of 1944. Included ion that panel were; Mick Walsh, Jimmy Mellerick, John Fitzgerald, Billy Tobin, Johnny Byrne, Bill O'Mahony, Mick Byrne, Son Cotter, Dave Beecher, Michael O'Brien, Matt O'Riordan, Bill Carr, Gerry Cronin, William Cashman, Arthur Cronin, Dan Beecher, Dan Moroney, Tom Deans, Paddy Healey, Tom Byrne, Mick Kelleher and J. Tobin.

By now Kilcronat were finding it difficult to survive. Basically for economic reasons. Even by late 1943 early 1944 steps were taken to tie up with Rathdrum. One year later, a meeting at Caseys was called with the purpose of raising funds top of the agenda. It was war time and would make sound financial sense to merge where a hall was available with 45 drives, concerts etc. being staged basically to improve the finances of the hurling club. That first meeting was held at griffin's garage in Ballynoe village. Among those attending were Owen Casey, who was now secretary of the Kilcronat club, Edward Mulcahy, Moss Sullivan, Paddy O'Keeffe and Michael Condon. While names like Jim Higgins, Mick Hegarty, Paddy Sheehan and Michael Tobin were in attendance from the Rathdrum club. Kilcronat would have previously trained at Jack Mulcahy's. But under the new set up with Rathdrum trained in seanbhaile. There was a chance to purchase this piece of land which consisted of around six acres. But found the asking price too high. It would be safe to say that this field continued to be used until around 1953. While matches were also played in John O'Keeffe's field.

Among the Kilcronat players at this time would include Ed Drake, Jack Hogan, Jack Hurley, Son Mahony and Johnny Buckley. While the Rathdrum line up would include Pad Keeffe, Ned Keeffe, Davy Keeffe, Billy Higgins, Paddy Sheehan, James Sheehan, Batty O'Regan, Jack Higgins, Johnny and Mick Hegarty, Jack Tobin, Denis and Mick Tobin, Fr. O'Donnell C.C. was chairman of the new setup with Mick Hegarty and Michael Condon, vice Chairmen. Joint secretaries were Owen Casey and Denis Tobin. Hurleys were bought at Mahonys of Killeagh and at fairs. While Eugene Roche used to make hurling balls.

In 1946, the St. Catherines club as we know it today was established. Basically under the strong influence and guidance of Fr. O'Donnell C.C. After approximately four meetings Kilcronat-Rathdrum and Conna were united as one hurling force. Officers elected from that fateful meeting were; Chaiman - Fr. J. O'Donnell C.C., Vice Chairman - Moss Sullivan, Secretary - Paddy Hartnett, Treasurer - Paddy Sheehan.

Originally graded "A" with the likelyhood of having played Cloyne and Aghada in alternate years, it was reverting to the "B" hurling championship of 1948 that saw Imokilly's newest club record their first championship success and ultimately prove outright winners of the competition that year. A first round victory over Dooneen Rovers (Lisgoold) was recorded. Before overcoming Castlelyons in the semi-final at Rathcormac. A match refereed by future county chairman Denis Conroy. A strong finish saw Killeagh overcome in the final which was played in Castlemartyr. A panel made up of Mick Walsh, John Lynch, James Sheehan, Batt O'Reagan, Jack Hurley, Johnny Buckley, John Dinneen, Billy Casey, Billy Walsh, Morgan McGrath, Eddie Drake, George Barron, Michael O'Brien, Son O'Mahony, Jack Hogan, Pad O'Keeffe, Mickey Byrne, Billy Barry, Mossie Flaherty, Owen Casey and Joe Flynn. That particular final was refereed by David Lawton, Castlemartyr, whose son Fr. Pat Lawton represented Cork at minor and U21 level. St. Catherines held a victory dance in Dungourney Hall that night.

Promoted to "A" level the following year but defeat in the first round to Leeside at Midleton was followed by a loss to Bride Rovers in the opening round of the "B" championship also. So having regraded to "B" for the 1950 championship, St. Catherines were prepared to give it a right go. With the addition of some younger players to the panel their confidence was fully vindicated. Victories over Watergrasshill, St. ita's and Castlelyons preceded a marvellous final victory over Cobh at Midleton.

Panel of players; Pad. O'Keeffe, Son O'Mahony, Billy Barry, James Sheehan, Batt O'Regan, Jack Hurley, Johnny Buckley, Mossie Flaherty, Billy Casey, Billy Walsh, Jimmy Coughlan, Eddie Drake, Tom Flynn, Morgan McGrath, John Lynch, Jack Hogan, Owen Casey and Paddy McGrath.

Having gone through '51-52-53 with only one first round victoy in the Junior "A" hurling championship encounter, that being '52 against Midleton which was reverse of the championship fixture just twelve months previous, Catherines were again graded "B" for the 1954 season. Only to claim their third title in seven years. A first round victory over Cooladurra (Inch) was followed by subsequent wins against Russell Rovers and Youghal. Before overcoming Ballymacoda in the final itself.

Panel of players; Eddie Drake, Billy Barry, Billy Casey, Batt O'Regan, Jack Hurley, James Sheehan, Mossie Flaherty, Dick Morrison, Billy Walsh, Declan O'Flaherty, John Flynn, Martin O'Keeffe, Thoss Morrison, John Lynch, Jack Hogan, Kevin Flynn, Jim Parker, Paddy Parker, Patsy Fitzgerald, Kevin Caples and Dan McCarthy.

Just one year later at "A" level the breakthrough almost came about. Victories over Castlemartyr, Sarsfields and St. Colmans meant that Catherines were contesting their first ever divisional "A" grade final. Ironically against neighbours Castlelyons. Click here for 1956 East Cork semi final and final.

Played at Clonmult Memorial Park, Midleton on Sunday September 11th, 1955. Castlelyons wore their traditional green, Catherines wore red and white. This was a close and exciting final with the sides deadlocked as the seconds ticked away. Then a lengthy delivery some 50 yards out by M. O'Riordan sailed over the bar. There was no way back for a gallant Catherines team who only had drawn level minutes previous with a stunning Jack Hogan goal. The score of the match.

Castlelyons settled much the better. Pointing twice in the opening minutes. Befor Oliver O'Flaherty replied with Catherines first score. John Lynch brought Catherines cheering to a cresendo when goaling midway through the half and reducing the deficit to a minimum (1-3 to 1-2). Castlelyons ahead 2-5 to 2-3 at the interval. Jack Hogan had a Catherines goal shortly after the resumption and scored another goal to make the game level at 3-9 to 4-6. But a final point by O'Riordan sealed victory for Castlelyons.

Final Score 1955 East Cork Junioe A Final: Castlelyons 3-10 St. Catherines 4-6

Catherines team: Eddie Drake, Billy Barry, Billy Casey, Billy Walsh, Jack Hurley, James Sheehan, Mossie O'Flaherty, Declan O'Flaherty, Dick Morrison, Oliver O'Flaherty, John Flynn, Philip O'Keeffe, Jack Hogan, John Lynch, Thoss Morrison. Subs: Jimmy Parker, Bill Dineen, Dan McCarthy, Kevin Caples, Batt O'Regan, Johnny Buckley.

In 1956, Catherines were back in the hunt again. This time in new jerseys of vertical stripes in the colours of wine, blue and gold. Catherines defeated Little Island and Cobh to qualify for the East Cork Junior A Final against Carrigtwohill.

The semi-final v Cobh which was played on August 12 in Midleton. Catherines trailed by three goals midway through the opening half (4-1 to 1-1) but eventually won by 10-3 to 4-2 with Jack Hogan scoring 6 goals.

Carrigtwohill dominated the final from the start and led by 3-5 to 2-2 by half time. Michael O'Brien scored both Catherines goals. Final score 6-5 to 2-4 in favour of Carrigtwohill, whose captain was Sean Twomey.

Catherines team: Philly Buckner, Billy Barry, Billy Casey, Billy Walsh, Jimmy Riordan, Paddy Murphy, Mossie O'Flaherty, Dick Morrison, James Sheehan, Declan O'Flaherty, John Flynn, Oliver O'Flaherty, Thoss Morrison, Dan McCarthy, Jack Hogan.

After these 2 final defeats, Catherines finally claimed the East Cork Junior A Championship in 1957. Sarsfields and Cobh were overcome on the way to the final against Killeagh who were defeated by 3-10 to 2-7. Captain Jack Hogan scored all 3 goals. That final attracted a record attendance to that point.

Scorers: Jack Hogan 3-0, Ollie Flaherty 0-5, Michael O'Brien 0-4, John Flynn 0-1.

Catherines team: Philly Buckner, Billy Barry, Billy Casey, Billy Walsh, Thoss Morrison, Declan O'Flaherty, Paddy Murphy, Philip O'Keeffe, Dick Morrison, Oliver O'Flaherty, Michael O'Brien, Tommy Dinneen, Donal O'Keeffe, John Flynn, Jack Hogan (Captain).

Subs: T. Flynn, M. Healy, D. McCarthy, J. Sheehan, B. O'Regan, D. Twomey, J. Hurley, M. Flaherty.

Tracton defeated Catherines in the county 1st round on Sunday, September 29th in the Cork Athletic Grounds (now Pairc Ui Chaoimh) by 4-6 to 2-8. Tracton won the county defeating Courcey Rovers in the final.

In 1959, Catherines won the U14 County defeating Killeagh, Castlemartyr, Carrigtwohill and then Watergrasshill in the East Cork Final. Subsequently defeating Kilworth, Blarney and Bandon in the County final. The County final scoreline was 9-5 to 2-3 in a game played in Togher.

Catherines team: Paddy Flynn, John Finn, Ned Fitzgerald, Florence Waters, Brian Leahy, Oliver Twomey, Batty O'Connell, Dick Hegarty (Captain), Pat (Beag) Beecher, Billy O'Connell, Ned O'Keeffe, Ted Lane, Jim Beecher, Patsy Leahy, John Twomey.

Subs: Paddy Fitzgerald, Paul Beecher, John Beecher, Tom Finn, Pat Hickey, David Hoare.

In 1960, Catherines again reached the East Cork Junior A final losing to Cloyne. The final was played in Midleton on Sunday, September 11th 1960.  Final score was Cloyne 6-6 Catherines 1-5.

Catherines team: Tom Flynn, Thoss Morrison, Billy Casey, Billy Walsh, Dave Twomey, Declan O'Flaherty, Paddy Murphy, Donal O'Connor, Dick Morrison (Captain), Oliver O'Flaherty, Tommy Dinneen, Donal O'Keeffe, Philip O'Keeffe, John Flynn, Jack Hogan. Subs Used: Mick Healy, Son Healy, Dan McCarthy.

The 1960 final proved to be the end of an era as Catherines went into decline as a hurling force. Regraded to Junior B by 1964 when a big effort was made to revive the club's fortunes. Pa Sheehan returned as trainer. Castlelyons were defeated in the 1st round in Midleton. Watergrasshill were defeated in Midleton again but the game was lost on a technicality. In Junior B football, the players regrouped and defeated Aghada, Dungourney, and Killeagh only to lose to Lisgoold in the final by 0-1. Players involved in the '64 campaign include Tom Flynn, Sean Clancy, Dave Twomey, Oliver Twomwy, Ned Fitzgerald, Michael O'Regan, Paddy Murphy, Donal O'Keeffe, John Finn, Dick Morrison, Oliver Corcoran, Chris Corcoran, Ted Corcoran, William Clancy, Thoss Morrison, Jimmy Lane, Jim Beecher, Mick Brosnan, Mick Gallagher, Raymond Carr, Tom Higgins, Tom Dinneen, John Fitzgerald.

In 1969, the Junior B Football Championship was won, defeating Glenville 3-7 to 0-7 in the final played at Carrigtwohill.

Catherines team: Sean Clancy, Dave Twomey, Mick Brosnan, John Finn, Ned Fitzgerald, Ted Corcoran, Batty O'Connell, Raymond Carr, Denis O'Neill, Tom Finn, Oliver Twomey, Mossie O'Neill, Tom Lardner, Jimmy Lane, Edmond Colbert. Sub Used: Michael Lane.

In 1969 a breakthrough was made at underage level. The East Cork U14 Championship was won defeating Castlemartyr in the final which was played at Carrigtwohill.

Catherines team: Billy Mulchay, Daithi O'Sullivan, John G. Barry, Joe Cashman, Michael Collins, Neilus Mulcahy, Tom Twomey, William Kearney (Captain), Dermot McAuliffe, John Meaney, Maurice Carroll, Kevin Lane, Jimmy Mangan, Richard Hegarty, Gerard Mulcahy. Subs: Sean Leahy, Pat Kearney, Sean Casey, Noel Mulcahy, Tom Barry, Dave Barry.

3 Minor B Championships were won in 1971, 73 (both v St. Bartholemews) & 75 (v O'Briens).

1971 Minor B East Cork winning team: E Galvin, Daithi O'Sullivan, John G. Barry, M Murray, Michael Collins, Neilus Mulcahy, Tom Twomey, William Kearney, Dermot McAuliffe, Billy Mulcahy, John Meaney, Kevin Lane, T Dineen, Richard Hegarty, Gerard Mulcahy.

1973 Minor B East Cork winning team: Pat O'Sullivan, John D Cotter, Sean Leahy, Tom Hegarty, Tom Barry, Kevin Lane, Maurice Carroll, Seamus Neville, Raymond Murray, Dave Barry, John Murphy, Dan Griffin, Richard Murphy, Pat Kearney, Sean Casey.

1975 Minor B East Cork winning team: Pat O'Sullivan, John D Cotter, Tom Hegarty, Batt Leahy, Anthony O'Regan, Seamus Neville, Bertie Murphy, Dan Mangan, Liam O'Neill, Donal Hurley, John Murphy, Mike Mellerick, John Mangan, Thomas Murphy, Sean Barry.

In 1972 Catherines won the Junior A Hurling League defeating Erins Own in the final, and also lost the 1975 League Semi Final to Cloyne.

At Junior A level the '70s saw some heartbreaking defeats especially against Erins Own. Losing the East Cork Junior A semi-finals of '75 (0-10 to 0-8) & '79 (1-11 to 1-9) and the final of 1977 (1-10 to 0-12). In 1977 a late controversial 65 won the game for Erins Own after a memorable final.

1977 East Cork Final team: Tom Walsh, Pat O'Sullivan, John G. Barry, Sean Leahy, Mossie O'Neill, Batty O'Connell, Seamus Neville, Denis O'Neill 0-3, Pat Kearney, Raymond Carr, Oliver Twomey 0-2, William Kearney 0-4, Mike Barry (Captain), Mike Lane 0-1, Kevin Lane 0-2. Subs: Billy O'Connell for Pat Kearney. Dick Hegarty, Matt Harpur, John Finn, John Lane, Billy Neville, John D. Cotter, Tom Hegarty, Barry Hickey, Pat Lane, Gerard Mulcahy, Mike Mellerick, John Mangan.

1977 East Cork Final team: Tom Walsh, Pat O'Sullivan, John G. Barry, Sean Leahy, Mossie O'Neill, Batty O'Connell, Seamus Neville, Denis O'Neill 0-3, Pat Kearney, Raymond Carr, Oliver Twomey 0-2, William Kearney 0-4, Mike Barry (Captain), Mike Lane 0-1, Kevin Lane 0-2. Subs: Billy O'Connell for Pat Kearney. Dick Hegarty, Matt Harpur, John Finn, John Lane, Billy Neville, John D. Cotter, Tom Hegarty, Barry Hickey, Pat Lane, Gerard Mulcahy, Mike Mellerick, John Mangan.

1980 East Cork Final team: Tom Walsh, Mike Lane, John G. Barry, Pat O'Sullivan, Mossie O'Neill, Batty O'Connell, Seamus Neville, William Kearney, Denis O'Neill, John Mangan, Dan Mangan, Mike Mellerick, Kevin Lane, Oliver Twomey, Mike Barry. Subs: Billy Neville, John Lane, Gerard Mulcahy, Tommy Lonergan, Pat O'Brien, Pat Lane, Billy Mulcahy, Donal Hurley, Maurice Hartnett, Pat Murphy.

In 1981 Catherines defeated Bride Rovers, Aghada and Watergrasshill to reach the East Cork Junior A Final which was played in Castlelyons in front of a crowd of over 3,300 paying spectators (a record crowd which stands to this day). The disappointments of '75, '77, '79 & '80 were firmly forgotten as Catherines bridged a 24 year gap by defeating a Dungourney team that included the 3 Boylans by 3-12 to 1-7. Click here for Cork Examiner report.

1981 East Cork Junior A Final team: Tom Walsh, Maurice Hartnett, John G. Barry, Batty O'Connell,  Kevin Lane, Pat O'Sullivan, Seamus Neville, Dan Mangan, Denis O'Neill, John Sice, William Kearney, Mike Mellerick, John Mangan, Oliver Twomey, Christy Clancy. Sub: Mossie O'Neill for John Sice.

Catherines went on to defeat Aughabullogue by 4-11 to 3-8 and Shamrocks by 0-9 to 0-8, to qualify for the County final against Milford on Sunday, November 1st which was played in Castletownroche. Milford won by 1-10 to 0-11 in a match regarded as a classic. Milford went on to win the County Intermediate title the following year and were a huge force in Senior ranks for over a decade. The County final team had 1 change from the East Cork final team with 16 year old Denis Walsh replacing John Sice.

Catherines reached the East Cork Junior B final in '81 defeating White's Cross and St. Its's before losing to Cobh in the final. But the Minor hurlers won the championship final against St. Bartholemews.

1981 Minor B winning team: James Beecher, Neilus Murphy, Maurice Hartnett, Denis Buckner, Shane O'Connell, Pad Joe Lonergan, Andrew Mangan, Christy Clancy, Pat Clancy, Patsy O'Donoghue, Denis Walsh, Tom Griffin, Kevin Barry, Gerry Murphy, John McCarthy.

In 1982 Catherines lost the Junior A semi-final to Midleton at Dungourney. The U14 C & U16 B hurling championships were won. The U21 B hurlers captained by Pat Murphy defeated Fr. O'Neills in the East Cork final in a memorable final played at Youghal.

1982 U21 B winning team: James Beecher, Pad Joe Lonergan, Maurice Hartnett, Denis Buckner, Mike Mangan, Pat Murphy, Eppie Hartnett, Johnny Lonergan, Jim Kearney, Christy Clancy, Denis Walsh, Pat Clancy, Patsy O'Donoghue, Pad Leahy, Tom Griffin.

In 1983 Catherines were far from impressive in defeating Aghada after a replay, Lisgoold and Carrigtwohill's second team to qualify for the East Cork Junior A Final. Midleton were the opposition in a final played at Youghal on the evening of Sunday, August 28th. Catherines scored 2-1 in the first 3 minutes and went on to win by 4-14 to 3-7.

Catherines defeated Kilworth by 5-12 to 3-4 and Carrigaline by 2-12 to 3-6 to qualify for the County final against Aughabullogue in Pairc Ui Chaoimh on November 6th. Catherines led by 1-8 to 1-3 at half-time and went on to win by 1-13 to 1-8. Promotion to Intermediate Hurling had been achieved by a team captained by Batt O'Connell.

Catherines lost the Junior B final to Cobh in 83 at Shanagarry with the following team: Pat Murphy, Donal Hurley, Tom Hegarty, Pad Joe Lonergan, Billy Neville, Shane O'Connell, Mike Mangan, Mossie O'Neill, Joe Hartnett, Pat Clancy, Matt Hurpur, Patsy O'Donoghue, Pad Leahy, John D. Cotter, John Lane.

The U16 hurlers won the County (Country section) B title defeating Timoleague before losing to Brian Dillons in the County Final.

In 1984 Catherines lost the Intermediate 1st round to Mallow by 2-11 to 1-13 in Kilworth. But the Junior B double was won, defeating Cobh in the Football final at Midleton and St. Itas in the hurling final at Dungourney.

Football team: Pat Murphy, Denis Buckner, Liam Cassin, Maurice Hartnett, Seamus Neville, John G. Barry, Billy Neville, John Mangan, Ger Mulcahy, Joe Hartnett, Pat O'Sullivan, Billy Carr, Mike Mellerick, Matt Harpur (Captain), Cathal Casey.

Hurling team: Pat Murphy, Barry O'Regan, Tom Hegarty, Kevin Barry, Mike Mangan, Pad Joe Lonergan, Billy Neville (Captain), Mossie O'Neill, Dan Mangan, Joe Hartnett, Matt Harpur, Cathal Casey, John Lane, Oliver Twomey, William Kearney.

In 1985 Catherines lost the Intermediate 1st round to Bishopstown by 3-10 to 1-10. The U21 A hurlers reached the East Cork final losing to Sarsfields in a great game played at Rathcormac. The U12 footballers won the East Cork C championship defeating Castlelyons by 2-4 to 2-3. Cathal Casey won an All Ireland Minor Hurling medal with Cork playing at wing-back.

In 1986 Catherines defeated St. Finbarrs in the Intermediate 1st round by 1-13 to 3-4. This was followed by a draw with Castletownroche (1-20 to 5-8) winning the replay by 1-15 to 3-4. Cloghduv ended Catherines run in the quarter-final by 1-16 to 1-12. The U21 footballers defeated Cloyne in the East Cork B final played at Youghal on a scoreline of 1-12 to 2-4. 1986 will never be forgotten by Denis Walsh and Cathal Casey who won All Ireland Senior medals with Cork, who defeated Galway in the final. The U12 Hurlers won the C championship defeating Fr. O'Neills in the final.

In 1987 Catherines drew with Eire Og (0-16 to 3-7) before losing the replay by 1-13 to 1-11. Pat O'Sullivan won an All Ireland Junior Hurling medal with Cork. The U12 Hurlers won the East Cork and County B championships defeating Fr. O'Neills, Sarsfields (5-7 to 4-2), Newtownshandrum (4-3 to 4-1), Aughabullogue (4-10 to 3-5) and St. Vincents (8-16 to 1-0). The U12 footballers reached the County B final losing to Blarney.

In 1988 Catherines defeated Ballinhassig by 1-13 to 2-8, Cobh by 4-9 to 1-8 to qualify for the semi-final. A draw with Youghal (0-14 to 1-11) was followed by a heavy defeat in the replay by 1-9 to 0-2 at Lisgoold. Catherines Junior B hurlers were defeated by Cloyne in the East Cork final by 4-5 to 1-7. The U12s won the East Cork B double, defeating Carrigtwohill in the football final and Killeagh in the hurling final after a replay. The U13 hurlers defeated Midleton in the East Cork A final. The U14 footballers won the East Cork B championship defeating Glenville in the final and losing to Beara in the County after a win over Carbery Rangers. The U14 hurlers lost the B final to Killeagh.

In 1989 Catherines Intermediate hurlers lost to Mallow in the 1st round by 2-16 to 2-5. Denis Walsh won an All Ireland Senior football medal with Cork who defeated Mayo in the final. The Junior B hurlers defeated Carrigtwohill by 4-9 to 1-5 in a replay, Lisgoold by 1-11 to 0-4 and Youghal in the final by 2-10 to 2-3 at Castlemartyr. Team was captained by Eppie Hartnett. The U14 hurlers won the Feile B title defeating Ballyhea by 11-7 to 1-1 in Ballinlough, and lost the A League final to Youghal controversially in Castlemarthr.

In 1990 Catherines Intermediate hurlers lost to Kilbrittain in the 1st round by 6-7 to 1-13, with Christy Clancy scoring 0-11. The U16 hurlers won the B County defeating Fr. O'Neills in the East Cork final, Carrigaline in the Country final and Glen Rovers in the County final. Team was captained by Pat Fitzgerald.

In 1991 Catherines Intermediate hurlers defeated Delanys in the 1st round by 5-17 to 2-10 with Denis Walsh scoring 2-5 from full-forward. But Denis was injured for the next round against Midleton which was lost by 2-12 to 1-12. The U21 footballers reached the B final losing to Castlelyons by 0-11 to 1-1. The Junior A footballers reached the East Cork final for the 1st and only time with a memorable semi-final win over Erins Own at Watergrasshill. The East Cork final was lost to Castlemartyr by 1-11 to 0-7. The U16 B footballers defeated Carrigtwohill in the East Cork final and Millstreet in the County 1st round before losing to Carbery Rangers. Cathal Casey won a hurling All-Star picked in the half-back position.

In 1992 Catherines Intermediate hurlers defeated Cloghduv by 2-15 to 1-9, Douglas by 0-12 to 2-5 before losing to Ballymartle by 2-7 to 0-10. The Ballymartle game was played in torrential rain in Caherlag with the winning goal conceeded with 2 minutes to go. The Minor A hurlers lost the East Cork final to Erins Own again conceeding a late goal by 2-6 to 0-10 in a game also played in torrential rain. The U21 B hurlers lost the East Cork final to Youghal by 1-13 to 0-8 at Dungourney. But the Junior B hurlers won the league and championship double defeating Carrigtwohill in the championship final at Dungourney by 1-11 to 2-1. Billy Neville captained the winning team.

In 1993 Catherines Intermediate hurlers defeated Aughabullogue by 2-8 to 0-10 but lost to Ballymartle by 3-7 to 1-12. The Minor A hurlers, captained by David O'Connell won the East Cork championship defeating Watergrasshill by 1-22 to 2-5 but lost the County final to Eire Og by 2-8 to 1-7 in a very disappointing defeat. The U21 B hurlers won the East Cork championship, captained by Ger Morrison defeating Castlemartyr by 3-9 to 1-11, Fr. O'Neills by 2-11 to 2-10, Bride Rovers by 2-13 to 0-8 and Castlelyons in the final by 4-15 to 3-5.

In 1994 Catherines Intermediate hurlers used the serious knee injury suffered by Cathal Casey as extra motivation to win the championship for the first time in Pairc Ui Chaoimh on Sunday, September 11th. Glen Rovers by 5-10 to 1-9, Midleton by 3-9 to 2-6, Cobh by 2-18 to 4-10, Delanys by 3-16 to 2-15 and Cloghduv by 3-12 to 2-11 in the final were defeated in a 9 week period that will never be forgotten by Catherines followers. Particularly memorable was the semi-final which Delanys led by 2-15 to 2-11 with 8 minutes to go only for Catherines to score 1-5 without reply. The Intermediate League was won for the 1st and only time defeating Glen Rovers in the final by 1-12 to 1-9. The East Cork U21 A championship was won for the 1st and only time defeating Watergrasshill by 2-18 to 4-7 after extra-time, Midleton by 6-14 to 3-3 and Youghal in the final by 2-10 to 0-6. Kieran Morrison won an All Ireland Junior hurling medal with Cork. Echo report of County final.

1995 was a very disappointing year compared to the previous year with the Senior hurlers losing to Bishopstown in the 1st round by 1-20 to 2-9.

In 1996 Catherines Senior hurlers defeated Ballyhea in the 1st round by 1-16 to 2-12 in Fermoy in what was a huge shock as Ballyhea had contested the County Senior final the previous year. Avondhu were far too good in the quarter-final winning by 0-20 to 0-10 and they went on to win the County. It was a stunning year in the club's 50th anniversary. The U21 footballers won the East Cork B championship defeating Carrignavar by 1-9 to 2-3, Killeagh by 1-12 to 2-6, Fr. O'Neills by 1-5 to 0-5 and Cloyne in the final by 0-10 to 1-6. The Minor B hurlers won the County defeating Castlemartyr by 3-9 to 0-5, Fr. O'Neills by 4-4 to 2-6, Aghada by 2-19 to 1-3, Sam Maguires by 1-6 to 1-5 and Buttevant by 7-13 to 0-8. But pride of place had to go to the Junior B hurlers, the club's third team who won the East Cork championship, an achievement that may never be repeated by a rural club in East Cork. Sarsfields were defeated by 1-10 to 1-7, Wategrasshill by 3-13 to 3-7 in a replay, Bride Rovers by 1-14 to 1-4, Carrigtwohill by 4-5 to 1-2 and Castlelyons in the final by 2-6 to 0-4. Victorious captain was Paul Higgins.

In 1997 Catherines Senior hurlers defeated Carbery in the 1st round by 2-13 to 1-13 in Pairc Ui Chaoimh before losing to County Champions Avondhu by 2-16 to 3-11 in Watergrasshill  in a cracking contest. The Junior A hurlers caused a huge shock by defeating Castlemartyr in Dungourney before losing to Bride Rovers in Castlelyons by 0-2. The U14 hurlers won the B County defeating Castlelyons in the East Cork final, Cloghduv in the Country section final and Brian Dillons in the County final. This team was brilliantly captained by Liam Kearney who signed a professional contract with Nottingham Forest the following year.

In 1998 Catherines senior hurlers defeated Ballyhea in the 1st round by 2-12 to 2-11 in Kildorrey in a great game. Next up was the quarter-final against Blackrock which was played in Carrigtwohill before a huge crowd. Blackrock won by 1-9 to 0-11 in a heartbreaking defeat for Catherines. The Junior A hurlers destroyed Lisgoold in the 1st round before losing to Fr. O'Neills in Youghal. The Junior B hurlers defeated Russell Rovers and Castlemartyr before losing to Carrigtwohill in Watergrasshill. The U16 hurlers won the East Cork B championship defeating Bride Rovers in the final before losing to Diarmuid O'Mathunas in the County 1st round. The U12s won the East Cork B double defeating Glenville in the football final and Cloyne in the hurling final.

In 1999 Catherines Senior hurlers defeated Ballyhea in Kildorrey by 1-14 to 2-7 before losing to St. Finbarrs in the quarter-final by 1-14 to 0-13 in Carrigtwohill. The Minor hurlers won the East Cork B championship defeating Dungourney in the final at Castlelyons before losing to Mill Rovers in the County semi-final.

In 2000 Catherines Senior hurlers defeated Na Piarsaigh by 0-12 to 0-11 after a 2-8 to 2-8 draw before losing to Carbery by 4-17 to 2-8 in Pairc Ui Rinn. The Abernethy Cup was won defeating Midleton, Erins Own and Cloyne in the final played in Midleton. Team was captained by Martin O'Keeffe. The U12 hurlers won the East Cork D championship.

In 2001 Catherines Senior hurlers were hit by a terrible run of injuries and lost all 3 championship matches to Glen Rovers, Blackrock and UCC. The Junior B footballers qualified for the County semi-final losing to Argideen Rangers after a replay. The U11 hurlers won the East Cork C championship defeating Russell Rovers in the final at Rostellan. The U15 footballers won the B championship defeating Fr. O'Neills and the U15 hurlers contested the A East Cork final losing to Midleton after a replay.

In 2002 Catherines Senior hurlers lost to St. Finbarrs by 4-10 to 0-13 and to Douglas in Midleton. The Junior B footballers won the East Cork defeating Erins Own, Castlemartyr, Glenville and Aghada in the final. The U11, U12 & U14 hurlers won the C championships with the U12s losing to Kinsale and the U14s losing to Kilworth in the County 1st rounds. The U15 hurlers won the B championship defeating Cloyne in the final in Gortroe. The U16 hurlers contested the A final losing to Midleton in Killeagh. But the U16 footballers covered themselves in glory winning the B County defeating Aghada in the East Cork final and Charleville in the County final played at Ballygiblin, team captain was Richard O'Connell.

In 2003 Catherines Senior hurlers lost to Sarsfields by 1-12 to 1-9 and to Avondhu by 2-18 to 1-6. Following a 3 year sequence of defeats a decision was made at the AGM to regrade to the newly created Premier Intermediate grade for 2004. The Minor A hurlers won the East Cork championship for the 1st time in 10 years defeating Killeagh in the final in Youghal, team captain was Brian Hogan. The U21 B hurlers lost the East Cork final to Killeagh. The U14 C hurlers won the East Cork championship defeating Cloyne in the final.

In 2004 Catherines defeated Carrigtwohill by 1-13 to 1-11, Mallow by 0-9 to 0-8, Blarney by 1-15 to 0-12 and Courcey Rovers by 1-11 to 1-8 in the final played in Pairc Ui Chaoimh on October 31st. Senior status and pride in the jersey had been restored by a team captained by Mike Fitzgerald.  Mike was the official Man of the Match in the final. In the final Courceys led by 1-2 to 0-0 after 10 minutes only for Catherines to rattle 1-5 without reply to take a grip on the game. 39 year old Denis Walsh and 37 year old Cathal Casey were given a standing ovation by the 20,000 crowd as the lap of honour completed. The Junior A footballers won the 1st championship game in 10 years defeating Youghal in Killeagh, followed by defeat to Bride Rovers. The U11 C hurlers won the East Cork championship defeating Fr. O'Neills in Killeagh, team captain was Rory O'Connor.

In 2005 Catherines Senior hurlers defeated Glen Rovers in the 1st round after a replay by 1-15 to 0-15 for a famous win. Only to lose by 1-14 to 0-7 to County Champions Na Piarsaigh in Midleton. The U12 B hurlers won the East Cork championship defeating Fr. O'Neills, Cobh and Castlelyons in the final in Rathcormac by 4-10 to 2-5, team captain was Patrick Roche. And lost the County final to Ballinhassig after defeating Kanturk and St. Vincents. The U14 B hurlers won the East Cork championship defeating Youghal and Fr. O'Neills in the final, scoring 3 goals in injury time to win by 0-2. The U11 C hurlers defeated Cloyne in the East Cork final. Shane Kearney captained the Cork Intermediate hurlers who won the Munster championship.

In 2006 Catherines Senior hurlers lost to St. Finbarrs in the 1st round but recovered to defeat Killeagh in Youghal and Duhallow in Buttevant to qualify for the quarter-final for the 1st time since 1999 and for the 4th time ever. Sarsfields proved too good winning by 1-19 to 0-13. The Junior B footballers won the East Cork championship defeating Carrigtwohill in the final played at Castlelyons. The U16 C hurlers won the County championship defeating Aghada in the East Cork final and St. Marks in the County final played at Bishopstown, team captain was Seamus Kearney.

In 2007 Catherines Senior hurlers were defeated by Na Piarsaigh by 1-11 to 0-5 but recovered to famously defeat Blackrock by 2-10 to 0-15 in Carrigtwohill. Subsequently lost to Avondhu by 1-13 to 0-14 in Fermoy.

In 2008 Catherines lost Senior status as a result of defeats to Midleton, Castlelyons, Bishopstown and Carrigtwohill. The Junior B hurlers contested to East Cork final losing to Lisgoold but won the Division 3 League. The Junior footballers won the Division 3 League. The U21 hurlers won the East Cork B championship defeating Aghada, Cloyne and Bride Rovers in the final at Castlelyons, team captained by Edward Kenneally. The Minor hurlers won the B County defeating Sarsfields, Russell Rovers, Castlelyons, Na Piarsaigh, Kilshannig and Kilbree, team captain was Ronan Clancy.

In 2009 further disaster befell the Catherines hurlers who were relegated to Intermediate hurling following defeats to Carrigaline, Ballincollig, Aughabullogue and Mallow. The U14 hurlers won the C County championship defeating Bride Rovers in the East Cork final and Milford in the County final. The U16 B hurlers won the East Cork League title.

In 2010 Catherines Intermediate hurlers lost to Blackrock, Cobh & Kilworth. And then defeated St.Vincents after a replay to avoid relegation to Junior A hurling.

Updated info from 2010 - present to follow