The championship began on 26 September 1998 and ended on 1 November 1998.

Dunnamaggin were the defending champions, however, they were defeated by O'Loughlin Gaels in the first round.

They were eventually relegated after losing to St. Martin's in a play-off.

On 1 November 1998, Graigue-Ballycallan won the title after a 1–14 to 0–12 defeat of Fenians in the final at Nowlan Park.

Brendan Ryan from the Fenians club was the championship's top scorer with 1–19.