FORAS Trust

Author: dcarey

Club Update from Board of Management

2022 First Division Champions Following a 2-year project coming to fruition our players lifted the League of Ireland First Division trophy aloft in Turner’s Cross last Friday evening in front of a packed Turner’s Cross of 5,500 supporters. The Board, club staff, coaches, and players wish to thank every one of you for supporting us over what was a challenging but ultimately successful two years. Speaking today, chairman Declan Carey said “As a voluntary board member now for 5 years, it’s amazing to see all the hard work pay off from the entire board, staff, coaches and shareholders – all...

FORAS Working Group Update

The FORAS Working Group – established following a vote by members at the last AGM – continues to work towards drafting a series of motions that will champion City supporters’ ideas for the future of our Trust. An online survey on a variety of issues provided opinions from a number of City supporters – both in FORAS and from those who are not members – on the current state of the Trust. Some of the FORAS members and City supporters surveyed took part in online focus groups, as did former Board of Management members, club staff, and a former player. The Working Group has met frequently...

Jerry Harris RIP

Everyone at Cork City FC is truly saddened to learn of the passing of Jerry Harris. Jerry was involved in Cork football since the 1950s and was involved in Cork City FC from its earliest days. Jerry served in many roles over the years, as a player, a coach, a kit man and, most recently, as club secretary until his retirement. The club’s Chief Operating Officer, Éanna Buckley, commented: “This is a truly sad day for Cork City FC, for football in Cork and for the League of Ireland. Jerry devoted his life to Irish football and to Cork City...

Joan Desmond RIP

Everyone at Cork City FC is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Joan Desmond, mother of City supporter and former programme editor, Gerry Desmond May she rest in peace.