You’re not wrong, Would have expected more from Mallow against Kenmare.
Hammies produced a fine performance in Banteer today I’m told and outclassed Dingle. So that’s a bit of a silver lining.
Overall though it’s true, most Cork schools are well behind tactically and in terms of preparation and setup at this level.
For Cork football you have the problem of the likes of Christians (where football is banned despite wishes of players) and Pres (who allow football to be played at a low level) which is one thing. Chriost Rí having fallen off is another thing.
But that still leaves a lot of big schools with loads of talented footballers to work with. Hurling and other sports takes up certain energy but beyond that is there really many schools that put in a huge effort?
One of the Cork schools in quarter final has 2 named on management. Do they seriously think they are going to compete with 2 guys running things? Kerry schools and the strong Ulster schools, Leinster schools use coaches and expertise in their county and local area very well.
Doesn’t seem to happen with many of the Cork schools who could be doing better.