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Mary Hannigan: Santa Claus comes early for GAA clubs

Mary Hannigan: Santa Claus comes early for GAA clubs

Reaction varies from ‘PR stunt’ to celebration; RG Snyman to sign for Leinster; new contract for Farrell

Fri Dec 15 2023 - 11:29
Mary Hannigan: The books being banned and the games we can’t quit

Mary Hannigan: The books being banned and the games we can’t quit

Dave Hannigan on the latest culture wars in the USA; Ciaran Murphy on all that you can’t leave behind; Gordon Manning on Ballymac’s All-Ireland dream

Thu Dec 14 2023 - 11:45
Mary Hannigan: Irish provinces hit by injury trouble ahead of Champions Cup matches

Mary Hannigan: Irish provinces hit by injury trouble ahead of Champions Cup matches

Rory Beggan heading to NFL; Steven Kitshoff hoping Ulster change fortunes; trainers to be limited in handicap races

Wed Dec 13 2023 - 09:51
Mary Hannigan: Leinster have a pep in their step ahead of pre-Christmas Sale

Mary Hannigan: Leinster have a pep in their step ahead of pre-Christmas Sale

Munster must find hunger to bounce back; Cork’s Cahalanes recreate an old picture; and Daniel Wiffen goes from the Red Wedding to a gold party

Tue Dec 12 2023 - 10:26
Mary Hannigan: Wiffen and Griggs lead the way for a glorious Irish medal haul

Mary Hannigan: Wiffen and Griggs lead the way for a glorious Irish medal haul

Armagh swimmer sets a new world record; Leo Cullen plays it cool; Castlehaven find a way through the gloom

Mon Dec 11 2023 - 10:42
Erik ten Hag’s tinmen are no match for Ireland’s cross-country folk

Erik ten Hag’s tinmen are no match for Ireland’s cross-country folk

TV View: A week after running a marathon, Fionnuala McCormack showed Manchester United how to muck things up gloriously

Mon Dec 11 2023 - 06:00
All in the Game: How to be a dad and keep scoring, the Rangers way

All in the Game: How to be a dad and keep scoring, the Rangers way

Ange Postecoglu on his greatest managerial achievement; Jamie Carragher on the titles he could have won; and another ban on the cards for José Mourinho

Mon Dec 11 2023 - 06:00
Irish women footballers hit the heights overseas in weekend’s action

Irish women footballers hit the heights overseas in weekend’s action

Amber Barrett, Abbie Larkin and Caitlin Hayes helped themselves to goals, while Niamh Reid-Burke really peaked

Sun Dec 10 2023 - 19:00
Champions Cup clash to be like ‘Rumble in the Jungle’

Champions Cup clash to be like ‘Rumble in the Jungle’

Pool by pool guide; the ‘incomparable’ Rosemary Smith; an unforgettable year for women’s football

Fri Dec 08 2023 - 09:44
Katie Taylor named The Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman for November

Katie Taylor named The Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman for November

Katie Taylor's defeat of Chantelle Cameron up there among the very best of her victories in a remarkable boxing career

Fri Dec 08 2023 - 06:00
How Klete Keller went from Olympic gold to US Capitol riots

How Klete Keller went from Olympic gold to US Capitol riots

Also: Ryan Baird’s World Cup anxiety; Ronan O’Gara’s stint in the stands; and the GAA intercounty calendar for 2024

Thu Dec 07 2023 - 12:21
Mary Hannigan: Katie McCabe masterclass wraps up a year like no other for the Republic of Ireland

Mary Hannigan: Katie McCabe masterclass wraps up a year like no other for the Republic of Ireland

Jacques Nienaber reveals his Leinster blueprint; Gordon D’Arcy asks have Leinster become too predicatable; Seán Moran on GAAGO

Wed Dec 06 2023 - 11:54
TV view: Lucy Quinn due a frosty reception at home after scoring against her partner

TV view: Lucy Quinn due a frosty reception at home after scoring against her partner

Further challenges for Ireland loom but six wins out of six, 18 points from 18, 20 goals scored and two conceded bodes well

Tue Dec 05 2023 - 22:11
Morning Briefing: No rollback on Michael Murphy’s decision to retire from Donegal

Morning Briefing: No rollback on Michael Murphy’s decision to retire from Donegal

Golf’s authorities set to limit distance; Katie McCabe latest; Champions Cup format not what it was

Tue Dec 05 2023 - 09:36
Mary Hannigan: Santa comes early as Kilmacud and Ballygunner both wrap up a three-in-a-row

Mary Hannigan: Santa comes early as Kilmacud and Ballygunner both wrap up a three-in-a-row

Five provincial titles were handed out over the weekend, while Leinster found a brand new way to break Connacht hearts in the URC

Mon Dec 04 2023 - 11:51
Want to leave the Christmas party early? At Motherwell, you have to pay £150

Want to leave the Christmas party early? At Motherwell, you have to pay £150

When Leeds changed the coach instead of the couch; Balotelli’s tumultuous time at Brescia

Mon Dec 04 2023 - 08:00
TV View: Rugby pundits endure Baltic conditions as Tiger basks in the sun

TV View: Rugby pundits endure Baltic conditions as Tiger basks in the sun

Magician Dynamo hasn’t the power to excite an ice cool Roy Keane in the Sky Sports studio

Mon Dec 04 2023 - 06:00
Mary Hannigan: Eileen Gleeson hell-bent on finishing campaign with flawless record

Mary Hannigan: Eileen Gleeson hell-bent on finishing campaign with flawless record

Omnishambles for young boxers; Scott Penny ready for weekend; Irish presence in AFLW final

Fri Dec 01 2023 - 10:11
Mary Hannigan: Winning and having fun are not mutually exclusive

Mary Hannigan: Winning and having fun are not mutually exclusive

Naas take on Kilmacud Crokes; Dave Hannigan has nostalgia trip; Denise O’Sullivan looks back on memorable year

Thu Nov 30 2023 - 10:02
‘We can do good things’: Denise O’Sullivan reflects on a rollercoaster year and looks to future attractions

‘We can do good things’: Denise O’Sullivan reflects on a rollercoaster year and looks to future attractions

Republic of Ireland international says she and her team-mates are relishing new style of play

Thu Nov 30 2023 - 06:00
Mary Hannigan: Jacques Nienaber does the splits, while Meath’s Na Fianna have their attention split

Mary Hannigan: Jacques Nienaber does the splits, while Meath’s Na Fianna have their attention split

The South African coach faces some challenges in Leinster, but he probably won’t have to play two major games in 24 hours

Wed Nov 29 2023 - 09:55
‘It’s where I want to be’ - Chloe Mustaki’s journey from investment banking to professional soccer

‘It’s where I want to be’ - Chloe Mustaki’s journey from investment banking to professional soccer

Mustaki halved her salary 16 months ago when deciding to take the plunge and change careers

Wed Nov 29 2023 - 06:00
Mary Hannigan: Johnny Sexton retirement leaves Ireland with a rare problem at 10

Mary Hannigan: Johnny Sexton retirement leaves Ireland with a rare problem at 10

Ross Byrne injury could see him out for some time; Jacques Nienaber takes the Leinster reins; Scotstown target the Ulster title

Tue Nov 28 2023 - 10:04
Caitlin Hayes and Megan Connolly relishing a return to international duty

Caitlin Hayes and Megan Connolly relishing a return to international duty

Caitlin Hayes and Megan Connolly experiencing different fortunes at club level but delighted to link up with tight-knit Republic of Ireland squad

Tue Nov 28 2023 - 06:00
Mary Hannigan: Katie Taylor proves the doubters wrong and turns her eyes to Croker

Mary Hannigan: Katie Taylor proves the doubters wrong and turns her eyes to Croker

Bray fighter might complete the trilogy; Leinster dealt an injury blow; Chiedozie Ogbene on being given his chance by Stephen Kenny

Mon Nov 27 2023 - 10:37
MLS cashing in on Lionel Messi factor to increase season ticket price

MLS cashing in on Lionel Messi factor to increase season ticket price

Andy Cole not impressed with Antony; Mourinho explains Roma’s bad away form; a young debutant for Milan

Mon Nov 27 2023 - 07:00
Mary Hannigan: Katie Taylor is one of a kind, that woman

Mary Hannigan: Katie Taylor is one of a kind, that woman

She remains one of our biggest sporting names despite being tucked behind a paywall, making her stardom all the more remarkable

Sun Nov 26 2023 - 19:48
Runaway leaders Loreto make it 10 from 10 with win over Old Alexandra in EY Hockey League

Runaway leaders Loreto make it 10 from 10 with win over Old Alexandra in EY Hockey League

Second-place Railway Union recover to draw with Monkstown while Pembroke beat Ulster Elks

Sun Nov 26 2023 - 17:16
Mary Hannigan: Katie Taylor under no illusions heading into Saturday’s ‘must-win’ fight

Mary Hannigan: Katie Taylor under no illusions heading into Saturday’s ‘must-win’ fight

Vikki Wall continues to show off her many talents; Andrew Porter on World Cup pain; Mickey Harte and Derry like Ferguson managing Liverpool

Fri Nov 24 2023 - 09:28
Mary Hannigan: You’d be a right numpty to read into the bookie’s list for Ireland’s next manager

Mary Hannigan: You’d be a right numpty to read into the bookie’s list for Ireland’s next manager

Pauw’s appointment came out of left field so we might yet have another bolt from the blue – just certainly not Emma Hayes or Mourinho

Thu Nov 23 2023 - 19:39
Mary Hannigan: When it rains at the FAI, it buckets down. Process begins to find new Ireland manager

Mary Hannigan: When it rains at the FAI, it buckets down. Process begins to find new Ireland manager

Vote to remove five counties from National Hurling League may not go ahead next month; Katie Taylor seeks redemption against Chantelle Cameron at career crossroads

Thu Nov 23 2023 - 11:44
Mary Hannigan: Stephen Kenny’s likely final game was hardly a stirring farewell

Mary Hannigan: Stephen Kenny’s likely final game was hardly a stirring farewell

Republic of Ireland manager turned ‘an old bad team’ into ‘a young bad team’, writes Ken Early; Return to action of South Africa’s Aphiwe Dyantyi catches Gordon D’Arcy’s eye

Wed Nov 22 2023 - 10:31
Mary Hannigan: While this could prove to be Kenny’s farewell, it was James McClean’s last hurrah in an Irish shirt

Mary Hannigan: While this could prove to be Kenny’s farewell, it was James McClean’s last hurrah in an Irish shirt

Shay Given, on RTÉ punditry duty, paid a moving tribute to the Derry man. “I didn’t think he’d get 10 caps after his first few games”

Tue Nov 21 2023 - 22:18
Mary Hannigan: McClean shares frustrations ahead of what is likely to be his and Kenny’s swansong

Mary Hannigan: McClean shares frustrations ahead of what is likely to be his and Kenny’s swansong

Rugby grappling with ‘ticking time bomb’ of brain injury case while Ballygunner chase third Munster title in a row

Tue Nov 21 2023 - 13:26
Mary Hannigan: Stephen Kenny’s charges ‘outwitted again and again’

Mary Hannigan: Stephen Kenny’s charges ‘outwitted again and again’

Ballygunner and Clonlara survive spirited comebacks in Munster hurling semi-finals

Mon Nov 20 2023 - 10:45
All in the Game: Time to ring the promoter as Roy Keane and Jason McAteer swap digs

All in the Game: Time to ring the promoter as Roy Keane and Jason McAteer swap digs

Plus: Robert Lewandowski thanks his cloudy past, and former Arsenal man comes clean-ish

Mon Nov 20 2023 - 06:00
Athlone Town secure historic first FAI Cup final win after penalty shoot-out

Athlone Town secure historic first FAI Cup final win after penalty shoot-out

Rematch of last year’s decider sees Shelbourne lose decider in dramatic fashion

Sun Nov 19 2023 - 19:36
Underdogs Athlone targeting historic first FAI Cup final success

Underdogs Athlone targeting historic first FAI Cup final success

Athlone Town hoping to go one better than last year as they once again face formidable reigning cup holders Shelbourne in the Women's FAI Cup Final

Sat Nov 18 2023 - 06:00
Mary Hannigan: Hugh Russell’s legacy will forever be part of Belfast’s story

Mary Hannigan: Hugh Russell’s legacy will forever be part of Belfast’s story

FAI’s lost opportunity; Mikey Johnston keen for more action; 1972 FAI Cup winner Kay Brennan

Fri Nov 17 2023 - 11:44
Kay Brennan’s colourful memories of the early days of Irish women’s football

Kay Brennan’s colourful memories of the early days of Irish women’s football

Trailblazing Kilkenny woman Kay Brennan played in the first three women's FAI Cup finals in the early 1970s and she remains, very much, a force of nature

Fri Nov 17 2023 - 06:00
Mary Hannigan: Limerick’s hurling dominance continues as seven players earn All Stars

Mary Hannigan: Limerick’s hurling dominance continues as seven players earn All Stars

Brian Fenton and Dublin hitting the gym on holiday; what the GAA can learn from FAI Cup final; Shelbourne’s Noelle Murray on her 10th FAI Cup final

Thu Nov 16 2023 - 12:49
Noelle Murray gears up for 10th FAI Cup final 16 years on from her first

Noelle Murray gears up for 10th FAI Cup final 16 years on from her first

Shelbourne forward first played in the decider in 2007 and has gone on to earn six winner’s medals

Thu Nov 16 2023 - 06:00
Festy Ebosele looking to turn Serie A form into more Ireland opportunities

Festy Ebosele looking to turn Serie A form into more Ireland opportunities

Wexford native, who moved to Udinese from Derby in the summer of 2022, debuted for Ireland in September

Wed Nov 15 2023 - 23:00
Mary Hannigan: Stephen Kenny must be feeling if it wasn’t for bad luck, he’d have no luck at all

Mary Hannigan: Stephen Kenny must be feeling if it wasn’t for bad luck, he’d have no luck at all

Gordon D’Arcy on how Welsh rugby’s situation ‘can still go from bad to worse’; Seán Moran on the anxiety of All Star selection

Wed Nov 15 2023 - 10:19
Mary Hannigan: Rugby teams like lions at home, away they are like mice

Mary Hannigan: Rugby teams like lions at home, away they are like mice

Connacht without key duo; Rory Beggan showing no signs of weariness; the GAA branding transformation

Tue Nov 14 2023 - 10:11
Mary Hannigan: St Patrick’s Athletic’s impressive FAI Cup win shows the kids are alright

Mary Hannigan: St Patrick’s Athletic’s impressive FAI Cup win shows the kids are alright

Ken Early reflects on lessons from historic League of Ireland final, while our writers round up best of weekend’s GAA action

Mon Nov 13 2023 - 10:57
All in the Game: Evan Ferguson nails colours to the mast in bizarre exchange

All in the Game: Evan Ferguson nails colours to the mast in bizarre exchange

Mary Hannigan takes s a look at the quirky and the downright odd from the world of football

Mon Nov 13 2023 - 08:00
TV View: Richmond Rock and youngsters’ role light up FAI Cup final once smoke clears

TV View: Richmond Rock and youngsters’ role light up FAI Cup final once smoke clears

RTÉ's commentators might as well have gone to the dogs for the first few minutes, but St Pat’s celebrations at end were a sight for sore eyes

Sun Nov 12 2023 - 21:08
Sinead Farrelly’s dream year continues as Gotham win women’s soccer league in San Diego

Sinead Farrelly’s dream year continues as Gotham win women’s soccer league in San Diego

Leanne Kiernan returns to action for Liverpool after lengthy injury lay-off

Sun Nov 12 2023 - 19:00
Loreto extend perfect start to Hockey League campaign

Loreto extend perfect start to Hockey League campaign

Síofra O’Brien’s double helps side record 4-0 win over third-placed Pembroke Wanderers

Sun Nov 12 2023 - 15:16
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