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From Maltesers to lucky underpants - the superstitious piseogs entrenched in Kerry football

From Maltesers to lucky underpants - the superstitious piseogs entrenched in Kerry football

‘Páidí had us all f**cked up really with piseogs...we had no chance back here, we were bate from the outset’

Sat Feb 24 2024 - 06:00
Resolution of integration puzzle likely to define Jarlath Burns’ time in office

Resolution of integration puzzle likely to define Jarlath Burns’ time in office

Amalgamation with the Camogie Association and the Ladies Gaelic Footballers Association by 2027 set to top the 41st GAA president’s agenda

Thu Feb 22 2024 - 06:00
Camogie player charter to be released next week

Camogie player charter to be released next week

Players played under protest until July last year due to the lack of charter dealing with issues such as expenses

Wed Feb 21 2024 - 00:00
GAA welcome Government’s €50m funding package for Casement Park redevelopment

GAA welcome Government’s €50m funding package for Casement Park redevelopment

GAA president Larry McCarthy says association’s contribution may increase but not before final cost of project is more certain

Tue Feb 20 2024 - 15:12
Ambition for integration of Gaelic games association but challenges remain on fixtures, finances and facilities

Ambition for integration of Gaelic games association but challenges remain on fixtures, finances and facilities

The amalgamated association will operate under the GAA name and ultimately have one president and one director general

Tue Feb 20 2024 - 13:29
Kieran McGeeney: ‘We must be the most negative sport in the world, it seems to be the world is going to end in the GAA’

Kieran McGeeney: ‘We must be the most negative sport in the world, it seems to be the world is going to end in the GAA’

McGeeney has guided Armagh to three consecutive wins in Division Two of the National Football League this term

Tue Feb 20 2024 - 06:00
GAAGO to produce two midweek shows during championship that will be free to stream

GAAGO to produce two midweek shows during championship that will be free to stream

Tuesday programme will be on Gaelic football only while Thursday’s will be more analysis-based, reviewing and previewing hurling and football matches

Mon Feb 19 2024 - 21:19
Football league talking points: Kildare and Cork left worrying over Sam Maguire status

Football league talking points: Kildare and Cork left worrying over Sam Maguire status

GAA can surely live without adding VAR to the mix for marginal calls

Mon Feb 19 2024 - 15:42
Kildare were lifeless against Armagh, the first real spark of resistance only came when it was all over

Kildare were lifeless against Armagh, the first real spark of resistance only came when it was all over

After three consecutive defeats Kildare lack any points and sit at the basement of the Division Two table

Mon Feb 19 2024 - 06:00
Armagh demolish listless Kildare as relegation prospect looms large

Armagh demolish listless Kildare as relegation prospect looms large

Third straight defeat for the Lilywhites as they are beaten by 14 points at Netwatch Cullen Park

Sun Feb 18 2024 - 20:52
Kildare’s Glenn Ryan embroiled in heated exchange with reporters after Armagh defeat

Kildare’s Glenn Ryan embroiled in heated exchange with reporters after Armagh defeat

Lilywhites suffered 14-point hammering to Armagh at home in Division Two

Sun Feb 18 2024 - 19:16
As Kildare and Glenn Ryan brace for a season-defining moment, where has it all gone wrong for them?

As Kildare and Glenn Ryan brace for a season-defining moment, where has it all gone wrong for them?

Former Division One side currently find themselves in a relegation spot in Division Two and have yet to become a significant force at senior level, as hoped for under Ryan

Sat Feb 17 2024 - 06:00
Dean Rock says Dublin need to retain their top-flight status

Dean Rock says Dublin need to retain their top-flight status

Newly-retired former Dublin star Barney Rock doesn’t believe yo-yoing between the divisions would serve a team in transition well in the years ahead

Thu Feb 15 2024 - 05:15
Sigerson Cup: UCD aim for 35th title ahead of showdown with Ulster University

Sigerson Cup: UCD aim for 35th title ahead of showdown with Ulster University

UCD are already top of the roll of honour with 34 triumphs, well ahead of University College Cork with 24 victories

Wed Feb 14 2024 - 06:00
Austin Gleeson: ‘I know a few lads have gone to Australia. They have a life out there, they’re loving it’

Austin Gleeson: ‘I know a few lads have gone to Australia. They have a life out there, they’re loving it’

In a wide-ranging interview, Gleeson also spoke about his belief a conversation needs to take place on semi-professionalism in the GAA

Wed Feb 14 2024 - 06:00
NFL tryouts: Ireland’s kicking kings aiming to grasp the opportunity of a lifetime

NFL tryouts: Ireland’s kicking kings aiming to grasp the opportunity of a lifetime

Rory Beggan, Darragh Leader, Mark Jackson and Charlie Smyth already in the US preparing for month’s NFL Combine in Indianapolis

Sun Feb 11 2024 - 06:00
John O’Mahony hoping Justin McNulty can continue as Laois manager

John O’Mahony hoping Justin McNulty can continue as Laois manager

Former Mayo TD and Mayo manager John O'Mahony sympathises with Justin McNulty as he seeks to combine his SDLP role with the task of managing Laois footballers

Wed Feb 07 2024 - 20:44
Donal Burke to remain sidelined for Dublin’s league clash with Antrim

Donal Burke to remain sidelined for Dublin’s league clash with Antrim

Dead-ball specialist has not featured for Dublin since last year’s All-Ireland quarter-final defeat to Clare

Wed Feb 07 2024 - 19:26
Cormac Costello expecting Dublin to step up response following poor league start

Cormac Costello expecting Dublin to step up response following poor league start

Cormac Costello says Dublin need to pick up the pace following opening league losses to Monaghan and Mayo

Wed Feb 07 2024 - 06:00
Martha Byrne defends Dubs’ stance as Ireland’s basketball players face Israel

Martha Byrne defends Dubs’ stance as Ireland’s basketball players face Israel

Taking a stand: Dublin women’s footballers produced a banner calling for a ceasefire in Gaza before league opener with Kerry

Wed Feb 07 2024 - 06:00
Feargal Logan ‘dealing with health issues’, Tyrone GAA confirm

Feargal Logan ‘dealing with health issues’, Tyrone GAA confirm

Joint manager of the senior team missed match against Derry at the weekend

Tue Feb 06 2024 - 14:37
Laois GAA hopeful Justin McNulty will remain as  football manager despite political controversy in SDLP

Laois GAA hopeful Justin McNulty will remain as football manager despite political controversy in SDLP

SDLP suspended McNulty from party after the MLA left first sitting of the new Northern Assembly on Saturday to manage Laois in a league fixture

Mon Feb 05 2024 - 19:53
Slow starts leave Cork and Kildare staring into uncertain All-Ireland future

Slow starts leave Cork and Kildare staring into uncertain All-Ireland future

The GAA Weekend that Was: Division Two is where much of this year’s drama will unfold in the league with the Tailteann Cup looming large

Mon Feb 05 2024 - 14:51
Five things we learned from the Gaelic Games weekend

Five things we learned from the Gaelic Games weekend

Cormac Murphy, Fergal Boland and Cillian Burke add extra scoring threats for their teams

Mon Feb 05 2024 - 12:16
No ‘big deal’ for Derry as Mickey Harte’s side beat Ulster rivals Tyrone

No ‘big deal’ for Derry as Mickey Harte’s side beat Ulster rivals Tyrone

Derry continue unbeaten start to 2024 with comfortable victory at Celtic Park

Sun Feb 04 2024 - 20:02
A change of Harte: GAA managers who crossed the great divide

A change of Harte: GAA managers who crossed the great divide

It is not unusual for managers to move between counties, but few have taken the decision to link up with a traditionally fierce rival

Sun Feb 04 2024 - 06:00
National Football League previews: Eager Mayo can claim prized Dublin scalp

National Football League previews: Eager Mayo can claim prized Dublin scalp

All-Ireland champions Dublin face a tricky assignment in Castlebar after the opening day defeat to Monaghan at Croke Park

Sat Feb 03 2024 - 06:00
National Hurling League previews: Cork primed to avenge championship loss to Clare

National Hurling League previews: Cork primed to avenge championship loss to Clare

Cork aiming to start hurling league by avenging championship loss to Clare in Ennis

Sat Feb 03 2024 - 06:00
Páirc Uí Chaoimh naming rights deal with SuperValu ‘a sensible compromise’

Páirc Uí Chaoimh naming rights deal with SuperValu ‘a sensible compromise’

As public disquiet subsides, Cork’s Jimmy Barry-Murphy endorses arrangement worth €250,000 annually to county GAA

Thu Feb 01 2024 - 06:00
NHL Division 1B: Limerick will look forward to competitive action as Dublin seek bigger impact

NHL Division 1B: Limerick will look forward to competitive action as Dublin seek bigger impact

The GAA have tried to add a bit of jeopardy and excitement to the 2024 Allianz Hurling League

Thu Feb 01 2024 - 06:00
Páirc Uí Chaoimh deal with SuperValu to be worth €2.5m over 10 years

Páirc Uí Chaoimh deal with SuperValu to be worth €2.5m over 10 years

Cork GAA chiefs are confident clubs will back plans to rebrand county’s primary stadium

Wed Jan 31 2024 - 10:36
Stakes already mounting for Cork as they face tricky assignment in Louth

Stakes already mounting for Cork as they face tricky assignment in Louth

With a possible provincial championship semi-final against Kerry, Cork's participation in the All-Ireland could depend on a high finish in Division Two

Wed Jan 31 2024 - 06:00
Five things we learned this GAA weekend: Unpredictability of opening round strikes again

Five things we learned this GAA weekend: Unpredictability of opening round strikes again

No change on the western front; McGuinness steadies the Donegal ship; Worth watching if Dublin stick with quick release; Fly goalies add to the thrills in Tralee

Mon Jan 29 2024 - 12:28
Second coming of Jim McGuinness starts with Donegal win over Cork

Second coming of Jim McGuinness starts with Donegal win over Cork

Donegal show plenty of intent to ease to a comfortable 13-point win over outclassed Cork in Ballybofey

Sun Jan 28 2024 - 16:02
Ireland kitman Charlie O’Leary at 100: ‘You’d have to say to yourself, what did I do to deserve this?’

Ireland kitman Charlie O’Leary at 100: ‘You’d have to say to yourself, what did I do to deserve this?’

A kitman for Jack Charlton’s Ireland team, O’Leary had a front row ticket to one of the greatest shows in Irish sport

Sun Jan 28 2024 - 06:00
GAA colleges wrap: Ulster University book place in quarter-finals of Sigerson Cup

GAA colleges wrap: Ulster University book place in quarter-finals of Sigerson Cup

Wins for the University of Limerick and Mary Immaculate College Limerick in the Fitzgibbon Cup

Wed Jan 24 2024 - 22:06
NFL Division Three: A fine line between playing in the All-Ireland SFC or the Tailteann Cup

NFL Division Three: A fine line between playing in the All-Ireland SFC or the Tailteann Cup

League promotion remains flashing target for Down while Wicklow look to maintain Division Three status

Wed Jan 24 2024 - 06:00
Conor Glass is now one of the most influential, respected and feared footballers in the country

Conor Glass is now one of the most influential, respected and feared footballers in the country

After leading Glen to their maiden All-Ireland senior football title, Mickey Harte will be looking towards Glass as the man marshall Derry to Sam Maguire

Tue Jan 23 2024 - 06:00
NFL Division Four: Longford look to bring O’Byrne Cup form into the league

NFL Division Four: Longford look to bring O’Byrne Cup form into the league

Wexford and Tipperary among the teams eyeing promotion and escape football’s basement division

Tue Jan 23 2024 - 06:00
GAA says there is no shortage of referees for this weekend’s opening round of Allianz League games

GAA says there is no shortage of referees for this weekend’s opening round of Allianz League games

Annual pre-league fitness tests for intercounty officials saw significantly higher failure rate

Mon Jan 22 2024 - 18:32
Malachy O’Rourke: ‘Maybe it was just that wee bit of desire and hunger that got us across the line’

Malachy O’Rourke: ‘Maybe it was just that wee bit of desire and hunger that got us across the line’

All-Ireland club finals these days tend not to pass without some blizzard of contention and the hurling decider delivered this term

Sun Jan 21 2024 - 21:27
Glass shatters St Brigid’s as Glen claim first ever All-Ireland club title

Glass shatters St Brigid’s as Glen claim first ever All-Ireland club title

St Brigids beaten after Conor Glass goal turns the tide for the Derry champions

Sun Jan 21 2024 - 17:24
Páirc Uí Chaoimh affair shows unsophisticated nature of stadium naming rights in Ireland

Páirc Uí Chaoimh affair shows unsophisticated nature of stadium naming rights in Ireland

‘Clubs or counties will take whatever they can, do a two or three-year deal without fully teasing out if the partnership is a good fit’

Fri Jan 19 2024 - 06:00
Kerry aiming to lay down a marker for new season against champions Dublin

Kerry aiming to lay down a marker for new season against champions Dublin

Injured Kerry captain Síofra O’Shea says start of league will help Kingdom get over the disappointment of All-Ireland final defeat to rivals Dublin

Fri Jan 19 2024 - 06:00
Bergin and O’Loughlin Gaels hoping to complete a Kilkenny clean sweep

Bergin and O’Loughlin Gaels hoping to complete a Kilkenny clean sweep

Kilkenny champions O'Loughlin Gaels aiming to claim their first All-Ireland senior title to add to the county’s recent junior and intermediate victories

Thu Jan 18 2024 - 06:00
Páirc Uí Chaoimh Q&A: All you need to know about naming rights controversy

Páirc Uí Chaoimh Q&A: All you need to know about naming rights controversy

Why is the money generating by selling the naming rights to SuperValu so important to Cork GAA?

Wed Jan 17 2024 - 20:04
Limerick v Cork Munster Hurling League encounter postponed for second time

Limerick v Cork Munster Hurling League encounter postponed for second time

Game will now be played next Sunday due to frozen pitch at Mick Neville park in Rathkeale

Wed Jan 17 2024 - 14:07
Páirc Uí Chaoimh: Cork GAA chief says ‘we are listening to our members’ as talks continue with SuperValu

Páirc Uí Chaoimh: Cork GAA chief says ‘we are listening to our members’ as talks continue with SuperValu

No final decision made on stadium naming rights, says Kevin O’Donovan, with further discussion to take place on Wednesday

Wed Jan 17 2024 - 10:07
Fintan Burke determined the low of an All-Ireland club final defeat does not happen again

Fintan Burke determined the low of an All-Ireland club final defeat does not happen again

St Thomas’ hurler says not having an All-Ireland medal of his own ‘is a big driving force’

Wed Jan 17 2024 - 06:00
Glass left shattered after last year’s All-Ireland defeat but Glens determined to put that right

Glass left shattered after last year’s All-Ireland defeat but Glens determined to put that right

Derry club have had their revenge against Kilmacud Crokes and hope to finish the job against St Brigid’s of Roscommon

Wed Jan 17 2024 - 06:00
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