Patrick Horgan · The 42
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www.the42.ieHere’s the latest I can confirm about Patrick Horgan from recent reporting:
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Patrick Horgan has moved into a coaching role with Cork’s under-20 hurling team. He joined Noel Furlong’s Cork U20 backroom staff as a selector for the 2026 campaign, following his inter-county retirement in 2025. This marks his first step into management after an 18-year inter-county career with Cork [Irish Examiner, 2025-11-24].
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He remains a high-profile figure in Cork GAA circles, with further recognition and tributes cited locally after his retirement, including civic honours discussions in Cork city acknowledging his contributions to the game [Irish Examiner, 2025-12-09].
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In a broader career summary, Horgan retired in September 2025 as Cork’s all-time top scorer in both championship and league play, completing a storied run that included four All-Star awards and multiple Munster titles; his status as a record-holder and his impact on Cork hurling are widely noted in subsequent coverage [Irish Examiner; Cork sports outlets, 2025].
If you’d like, I can pull in more specifics (e.g., exact dates, quotes, or other outlets) or summarize his playing career highlights in a concise timeline. I can also look for any updates after May 2026 if you want the very latest.