The divisional champions compete in a single-elimination tournament which culminates with the county final played at Páirc Uí Rinn in December.

The All-Ireland Under-21 Hurling Championship at inter-county level was created in 1964 and had proved successful in bridging the gap between the minor and senior grades.

[citation needed] Due to the limited time frame that players compete in the grade, it has been difficult for individual clubs to dominate the championship.

The seven respective champions from Avondhu, Carbery, Carrigdhoun, Duhallow, Imokilly, Muskerry and Seandún contested the county championship.

This competition is confined to clubs who compete at the B level in each of the regional divisions in County Cork.

This cup commemorates Gene Fitzgerald, the former politician who also had administrative positions with Cork GAA County Board.