The three group winners and the three runners-up proceed to the knockout phase that culminates with the final match at Páirc Uí Rinn.

[2][3] The plan hoped to reduce the number of teams in the top four tiers to 48, a move which required a restructuring of the intermediate and junior grades.

The teams are ranked in the group stage table by points gained, then scoring difference and then their head-to-head record.

Semi-finals: The two quarter-final winners and the top two highest-placed qualifying teams from the group stage contest this round.

It was commissioned to honour Jimmy O'Mahony who served as secretary of the Newcestown club from 1967 until his death in September 2020.

[9] In accordance with GAA rules, the County Board awards a set of gold medals to the championship winners.