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The Big Red Bench | Cork's RedFM

Red FM
Cork
Munster Rugby
Cork GAA
Premier League
Hurling
Cork City FC
GAA
Cork Camogie
Cork City
Gaelic Games
Cork Hurling
Kerry
Cork Hurlers
Tipperary
Limerick
Cork LGFA
Gaelic Football
Liverpool
Six Nations
Ireland Rugby Team

The Big Red Bench - with Ruairí O'Hagan, Aidan Leahy and Colm O'Sullivan. Every Saturday and Sunday from 6 on Cork's RedFM See more redfm.ie/shows/the-big-red-bench

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Republic of Ireland striker Saoirse Noonan talks to Ruairi at her old school, Scoil Nicolais in Frankfield, and looks ahead to Ireland's game with the Netherlands in SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh next week, and facing Rangers in the Cup Final on Sunday.... more

RedFM's Ger McCarthy speaks to Cork's Mark Coleman ahead of Sunday week's Munster final with Limerick.

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Recent Guests

Kay/ Kate Conroy
Every Run Club Cork recipient (Spirit of Running Award)
Every Run Club Cork
Episode: Sunday May 17th
Brian Lohan
Tipperary manager (interview segment)
Tipperary GAA
Episode: Sunday May 17th
Jack Moylan
Republic of Ireland international footballer (debut)
Irish Football
Episode: Sunday May 17th
Geroad Hegarty
Limerick hurler
Limerick GAA
Episode: Sunday May 17th
Kate Conroy
Founder of EveryRun Club Cork
EveryRun Club Cork
Episode: Kate Conroy - Inaugural Spirit of Running Award
Damien Irwin
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Episode: Sciath Na Scol Finals Previewed
Eve Higgins
Ireland women's rugby player
Ireland Rugby
Episode: Saturday, 16th May
Padraig O'Hora
Mayo footballer, Everest expedition participant
Mayo Footballer
Episode: Saturday, 16th May
Harry Hayden
Guest on The Big Red Bench
The Big Red Bench (Cork's RedFM)
Episode: Cork City Update with Harry Hayden

Hosts

Ruairí O'Hagan
Co-host focused on Cork sports coverage and analysis; frequently features guest coaches and players.
Dan Casey
Frequent guest and contributor with analysis across sports including football and hurling.
Melanie Browne
Long-running host/analyst with extensive Cork sports knowledge; often leads postmatch discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Go back to the house and go get the house

    I have a few things to do to make it work for me and I’ll let you know if you want me too I just want you in the back and I’ll get you in

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    Australia3 years ago

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Guests and hosts frequently highlight grassroots development and women's participation in sports, which resonates with listeners interested in inclusive local sport.
Listeners appreciate the tangible Cork-centric sports coverage, including practical insights from coaches and athletes.
The show is valued for its community focus and access to local sports figures, though the cadence can be fast-paced for casual fans.

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Sunday May 17th
Q: What stood out in the latest Munster Championship performance?
Limerick and Cork performances are framed around a combination of tactical discipline, high-intensity swarm tackling, and the ability to finish strong in the final quarter, with leadership from senior players.
Sunday May 17th
Q: What's it like integrating younger players into the Cork hurling panel?
The guests describe a culture of youth injection, strong club-level development, and leadership from Pat and the coaching group that helps younger players blend in quickly while maintaining performance.
Ben O'Connor - "There's nothing better than heading to the Páirc when the sun is shining"
Q: How beneficial has the break been for you now and the players ahead of facing Clare?
The break allows players to recover physically and mentally, refresh the squad, and come back ready for a tough but focused push toward Sunday's game.
John Cleary - "We're preparing for a big, big battle"
Q: Is this a case of next-man-up given injuries and a shuffled panel?
Yes, it's a panel-based approach. With several players unavailable, others are stepping up, and the squad is adapting to the demands of frequent games and the new format, while continuing to push for performance.
John Cleary - "We're preparing for a big, big battle"
Q: How have preparations gone this week and since the monster final?
Preparations have been steady, with a quick turnaround after the monster final. The team focused on meeting, reviewing the final's lessons, and building towards next week's opponent, aiming to take the positives while addressing the areas that didn't go well.

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This show centers on the local and regional sports scene, with emphasis on GAA, football, rugby, boxing, and emerging youth and women's sports programs. A typical episode blends match analysis, post-game breakdowns, and strategic insights from a rotating cast of Cork-based coaches, players, managers, and sport-organizing figures. Expect lively discussions of team dynamics, rule changes impacting women's and youth games, and timely updates on upcoming fixtures across club and county levels. A notable strength is its strong community focus, giving listeners firsthand access to the people shaping Cork's sports landscape, from grassroots initiatives to national competition. The format often features guest perspectives alongside the hosts' ongoi... more

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1. Kay/ Kate Conroy
2. Brian Lohan
3. Jack Moylan
4. Geroad Hegarty
5. Kate Conroy
6. Damien Irwin
7. Eve Higgins
8. Padraig O'Hora

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