Gaelic Games maintain a prominent position in the North West Cork barony of Duhallow, football, hurling and related activity has enjoyed unrivalled popularity.

The Duhallow Divisional Junior GAA Board was formally established on January 18, 1933, as an independent board, following its initial formation in 1932 as a subsidiary of the North Cork Board.

From its founding, the commitment of Board Officers and clubs to the promotion of Gaelic Games and culture remains steadfast in the face of many challenges.

It goes without saying, Duhallow people have always been proud of their roots. This element of pride and appreciation has helped to create respect for clubs and teams in addition to the wealth of voluntary and dedicated work undertaken.

The success of Duhallow owes much to the community spirit in clubs, advanced from kicking footballs and pucking sliotars in borrowed fields and meadows to partaking in their own complexes at permanent homes.

Clubs owes much to the foresight of members who undertook the daunting task of initiating many developments. Securing home bases has become a significant contributing factor in the success of clubs.

Out on the performing arenas, great players and teams have enjoyed phenomenal success with their club, division, county and country.

The GAA in Duhallow has stood the test of time, its games are interwoven deeply into community life. From the early 1930’s all associated with Duhallow GAA and clubs can take credit for providing the resources and developments that ensured our Gaelic Games have remained attractive for players, patrons and continue to be the centrepiece of the sporting life of a great barony.

Long may it continue, “Dú Ealla Abú”!