All County Premier Reserve Championship Semi-Finals

The Down All County Premier Reserve Championship reaches its semi-final stage on Saturday 8 August 2026, with two ties played at the same time across the county. Clonduff GAC host Kilcoo at Clonduff Park in Hilltown, while Mayobridge host Burren at their own grounds, both throwing in at 5:00pm.

What to expect

This is the reserve grade of the county’s club football championship, giving second-string players a knockout competition of their own alongside the senior teams’ championship run. Clonduff against Kilcoo pits two south Down clubs against each other in a local semi-final, while Mayobridge and Burren meet in the other half of the draw. As a semi-final, both games are single-elimination, with the winners going through to the county final later in the championship calendar. Reserve football in Down draws a smaller crowd than the senior grade but keeps the same club rivalries and local pride, often featuring players who are pushing for a first-team place. Expect a tight, competitive contest at both venues with home support turning out for their club.

Getting there

Hilltown is a small crossroads village in south Down on the road between Newry and Castlewellan, with Clonduff Park on the edge of the village and parking available for match days.

While you’re in Hilltown

Hilltown sits in the foothills of the Mournes, close to Rathfriland and within easy reach of Newcastle for a walk in the mountains before or after the game. There is more to see across Co. Down.

Good to know

• Saturday 8 August 2026, throw-in 5:00pm at both venues
• Featured tie: Clonduff GAC v Kilcoo, Clonduff Park, Hilltown
• Also playing: Mayobridge v Burren, Mayobridge
• Semi-final stage; winners advance to the county final
• Gate admission applies; check downgaa.net for confirmed pricing
• Organised by Down GAA