K Windows and Doors Meath Junior 2 Hurling Championship 2026 - Group Stage Opens

Club hurling at its most grassroots level is a compelling thing to watch, and the K Windows and Doors Junior 2 Hurling Championship is exactly that - the entry tier of inter-club hurling competition in County Meath, where smaller clubs and developing sides compete across a group-stage format before the knockout rounds begin. The group stage kicks off on Sunday 9 July 2026, with fixtures spread across club grounds throughout the county. If you want to catch local hurling before it gets to the big county grounds, this is a fine time to do it.

What to expect

The Junior 2 Championship is organised by Meath GAA’s CCC (County Competitions Committee) and typically runs on a two-group format, with clubs split into Group A and Group B for the opening rounds. Teams are drawn and seeded, with home advantage going to the club drawn first in each pairing. All games are played 15-a-side. The standard of hurling here is competitive and honest - these are club players who hurl because they love the game, not for county contracts or headlines. Expect tight, physical games with plenty of local atmosphere, partisan support from both villages, and the kind of craic that makes club championship weekends in Ireland worth clearing your Sunday for. Check the Meath GAA website at meath.gaa.ie for the specific venues and throw-in times as they are confirmed closer to the date.

Getting there

Matches take place at club grounds across County Meath, so the exact venue depends on which fixture you follow. Navan is the county town and the natural base - it sits about an hour from Dublin on the N3, and Bus Eireann runs regular services from Busaras on the Dublin to Navan route. From there, most Meath clubs are a short drive away. Club GAA grounds are typically on the edge of their village or town; parking is almost always on-site or on nearby grass verges, and it is free. Wear suitable footwear if the ground is wet.

While you’re in Navan

Navan is a solid county town with a good range of cafes, pubs and restaurants around the Trimgate Street and Ludlow Street areas, ideal for a pre-match meal or a drink to talk over the game afterwards. There is more to see in Navan and across Co. Meath.

Good to know

• Date: Sunday 9 July 2026
• Time: Various kick-off times across club grounds - check meath.gaa.ie for specific fixtures
• Admission: Club championship games typically charge a small gate entry; confirm with the host club
• Fixtures and results: meath.gaa.ie
• Organiser: Meath GAA CCC