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Ballygunner: The club that made the journey from rural to suburban

Ballygunner: The club that made the journey from rural to suburban

‘We were actually in the county of Waterford but by the 1980s, the boundary of the city had expanded’

Sat Jan 21 2023 - 05:00
The GAA Club Conundrum: How to ensure no one is left behind

The GAA Club Conundrum: How to ensure no one is left behind

Parish rules, strict planning laws on house-building and urbanisation among issues threatening rural clubs

Sat Jan 21 2023 - 05:00
Steelstown Brian Ógs: Carving out a new niche in Derry city

Steelstown Brian Ógs: Carving out a new niche in Derry city

‘Sometimes the feeling for Gaelic football in Derry city is underappreciated – especially its appeal to the girls’

Sat Jan 21 2023 - 05:00
Síofra O’Shea ready to make up for lost time as Kerry return to the top

Síofra O’Shea ready to make up for lost time as Kerry return to the top

New county captain recovered from serious injury and is ready to drive on from an encouraging 2022

Fri Jan 20 2023 - 06:00
Walsh Island: A dispiriting roll call for a disappearing generation

Walsh Island: A dispiriting roll call for a disappearing generation

‘Loads of lads between 40 and 50 have moved away from the area and farther up the commuter belt’

Fri Jan 20 2023 - 05:00
Rural GAA: ‘I see ex-players congratulating their kids on playing for Dublin minors. That’s lost potential’

Rural GAA: ‘I see ex-players congratulating their kids on playing for Dublin minors. That’s lost potential’

Kiltane: Fighting a brave rearguard action despite population decline

Fri Jan 20 2023 - 05:00
GAA continues to stay on top of sporting TV ratings despite rise of rivals

GAA continues to stay on top of sporting TV ratings despite rise of rivals

For a fourth year the All-Ireland final was the most watched sports programme but soccer and rugby had strong showings

Thu Jan 19 2023 - 19:32
The future for GAA clubs: Changing demographics leave rural and urban clubs with major challenges

The future for GAA clubs: Changing demographics leave rural and urban clubs with major challenges

Over the next three days we look at the challenges facing clubs in both rural and urban Ireland in the face of a rapidly evolving society

Thu Jan 19 2023 - 05:00
The wonder of David Clifford was overshadowed by shocking behaviour in junior final

The wonder of David Clifford was overshadowed by shocking behaviour in junior final

An example of jaw-dropping malice when Anton Coyle’s elbow smashed into Paudie Clifford’s face

Tue Jan 17 2023 - 19:24
Clifford roadshow the highlight of Croke Park finals weekend

Clifford roadshow the highlight of Croke Park finals weekend

Junior and intermediate club finals take limelight but first meeting of Mayo and Galway this year has sold out the Air Dome

Sat Jan 14 2023 - 06:00
Offaly withdraw from O’Byrne Cup after failing to rearrange semi-final date with Louth

Offaly withdraw from O’Byrne Cup after failing to rearrange semi-final date with Louth

Offaly county board wanted Sunday’s game moved back to next Friday or Saturday

Fri Jan 13 2023 - 18:15
Leinster GAA to reconsider the future structure of O’Byrne Cup

Leinster GAA to reconsider the future structure of O’Byrne Cup

A week of various unfulfilled fixtures is ‘disappointing’, according to CEO Michael Reynolds

Thu Jan 12 2023 - 20:14
Connacht secretary condemns ‘disgusting’ responses to provincial draw

Connacht secretary condemns ‘disgusting’ responses to provincial draw

John Prenty says media commentary portrayed some Connacht teams as ‘lesser beings’

Thu Jan 12 2023 - 18:32
Three 48-week suspensions given to Oulart The Ballagh due to Parnell Park brawl

Three 48-week suspensions given to Oulart The Ballagh due to Parnell Park brawl

Two players would have been better off accepting the initial proposed penalty but opted instead for a hearing

Tue Jan 10 2023 - 13:06
Kilmacud Crokes move closer to exorcising ghost of 2022 All-Ireland club final defeat

Kilmacud Crokes move closer to exorcising ghost of 2022 All-Ireland club final defeat

Dublin champions to face tough Ulster side Glen in 2023 renewal, hoping to redeem last year’s nightmare

Mon Jan 09 2023 - 05:00
Kilmacud Crokes made to sweat by Kerins O’Rahillys before sealing final spot

Kilmacud Crokes made to sweat by Kerins O’Rahillys before sealing final spot

Dublin champions saw big lead shrink and a goal line clearance at the death was required

Sun Jan 08 2023 - 16:59
Gaelic Games weekend previews: All-Ireland champions Kilcoo have edge on Glen in Ulster final

Gaelic Games weekend previews: All-Ireland champions Kilcoo have edge on Glen in Ulster final

Football season concludes with women’s club finals in Croke Park for the first time

Sat Dec 10 2022 - 06:00
Kilcoo face proper challenge to their champion credentials

Kilcoo face proper challenge to their champion credentials

Derry champions Glen stand between Down rivals and another provincial crown

Sat Dec 10 2022 - 05:00
Seán Moran: What will we be saying about the GAA’s 2022 in the years to come?

Seán Moran: What will we be saying about the GAA’s 2022 in the years to come?

Achievements on the playing field in 2022 can’t obscure an unsettling state of flux within the GAA on a number of issues

Wed Dec 07 2022 - 05:30
Offaly double All-Ireland winner Kevin Kilmurray dies, aged 72

Offaly double All-Ireland winner Kevin Kilmurray dies, aged 72

Daingean man enjoyed won Sigerson and All-Ireland club titles with UCD and went on to manage Offaly

Sun Dec 04 2022 - 18:00
Intercounty age grades proposal defeated at GAA Central Council meeting

Intercounty age grades proposal defeated at GAA Central Council meeting

Proposals from association’s disciplinary committees were approved for submission to congress

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 17:17
David Gough calls GAA decision not to allow Mayo use rainbow-coloured numbers ‘abhorrent’

David Gough calls GAA decision not to allow Mayo use rainbow-coloured numbers ‘abhorrent’

Referee says precedent already exists for counties to show support for causes on jerseys

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 15:56
Ballygunner can guard against an upset even with Tony Kelly back in harness

Ballygunner can guard against an upset even with Tony Kelly back in harness

Munster hurling final gets a big weekend of provincial finals under way, including a Croke Park double-bill on Sunday

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 05:00
Ballyea need to find inspiration in being outsiders

Ballyea need to find inspiration in being outsiders

Clare kingpins Ballyea face a big task as they attempt to turn the tables on reigning All-Ireland champions Ballygunner in the Munster final

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 05:00
Well-travelled Cooke making the most of his second chance

Well-travelled Cooke making the most of his second chance

Impressive centrefielder is back juggling career and football

Fri Dec 02 2022 - 06:00
Seán Moran: GAA considers underage revamp and raising maximum suspension to five years

Seán Moran: GAA considers underage revamp and raising maximum suspension to five years

Proposals before this weekend’s Central Council meeting are tacit recognition that local administration often fails to enforce rules

Fri Dec 02 2022 - 06:00
Civil War remains closest GAA came to dreaded split in a century

Civil War remains closest GAA came to dreaded split in a century

The GAA had to be careful to plot a neutral course and avoid a split during the Civil War

Wed Nov 30 2022 - 05:00
Newcastle West see plan finally come to fruition after 35 years

Newcastle West see plan finally come to fruition after 35 years

“I was born in ‘95. I haven’t even watched a video of it – I’ve heard enough of it in the local, though.”

Tue Nov 29 2022 - 10:07
Mahony adjusts to life at the top as Ballygunner aim to go again

Mahony adjusts to life at the top as Ballygunner aim to go again

“Things became a lot easier for the fact that you had achieved something so big”

Tue Nov 29 2022 - 05:00
Leinster GAA move to switch football and hurling club finals

Leinster GAA move to switch football and hurling club finals

Decision made to alleviate difficulty for dual Kilmacud Crokes dual player Brian Sheehy

Mon Nov 28 2022 - 15:46
Dual duel for Kilmacud may disrupt Leinster double header

Dual duel for Kilmacud may disrupt Leinster double header

Club’s first provincial hurling final creates a predicament for Brian Sheehy

Sun Nov 27 2022 - 21:25
Newcastle West find something extra as Clonmel fail to play their cards right

Newcastle West find something extra as Clonmel fail to play their cards right

Ruadhan O’Connor’s brilliant late equaliser helps underdogs become first Limerick team in Munster final since 2008

Sun Nov 27 2022 - 16:42
Weekend GAA previews: Last of the provincial finalists to be decided in Leinster, Munster and Ulster

Weekend GAA previews: Last of the provincial finalists to be decided in Leinster, Munster and Ulster

Ballyhale Shamrocks and Kilcoo hope to take another step towards retaining their provincial crowns

Sat Nov 26 2022 - 06:00
Club season powers ahead as GAA banishes surface tensions

Club season powers ahead as GAA banishes surface tensions

Improving quality of playing fields has become an important part of providing fixture certainty

Sat Nov 26 2022 - 05:00
Lengthy bans handed to two supporters after Parnell Park disorder

Lengthy bans handed to two supporters after Parnell Park disorder

Leinster Council hands down bans of 48 and 96 weeks after match between Oulart-The Ballagh and Naomh Barróg

Fri Nov 25 2022 - 19:01
Clubs involved in Parnell Park disorder learn of proposed suspensions

Clubs involved in Parnell Park disorder learn of proposed suspensions

As many as 10 suspensions – some up to 12 months in duration – are believed to have been recommended

Thu Nov 24 2022 - 21:31
Seán McCague’s practical presidency also left a major legacy of reform

Seán McCague’s practical presidency also left a major legacy of reform

Monaghan man didn’t see himself as a visionary but his forcefulness across a range of issues made him one of the most influential GAA presidents

Thu Nov 24 2022 - 21:11
Former GAA president Seán McCague has died

Former GAA president Seán McCague has died

Teacher from Scotstown managed Monaghan to the Ulster championship success

Thu Nov 24 2022 - 11:36
World Cup: How the GAA learned to cope with the biggest sports event on Earth

World Cup: How the GAA learned to cope with the biggest sports event on Earth

Coming to terms with global soccer’s showpiece has been a consistent challenge as well as an influence on the association’s evolution

Wed Nov 23 2022 - 06:00
Pauric Mahony’s stunning 13-point haul helps seal come from behind win for champions Ballygunner

Pauric Mahony’s stunning 13-point haul helps seal come from behind win for champions Ballygunner

Limerick champions Na Piarsaigh fell away after controlling the first half of Munster semi-final

Sun Nov 20 2022 - 19:17
Weekend GAA previews: Crunch time as Ballygunner’s All-Ireland goes on the line in Limerick

Weekend GAA previews: Crunch time as Ballygunner’s All-Ireland goes on the line in Limerick

Provincial semi-finals include Croke Park double-header with Leinster champions Kilmacud revisiting last year’s biggest challenge against Portarlington

Sat Nov 19 2022 - 06:00
Donegal coming to terms with the post-Michael Murphy void

Donegal coming to terms with the post-Michael Murphy void

Declan Bonner: ‘People ask was he the best ever and in my mind there’s no doubt in terms of what he delivered overall’

Thu Nov 17 2022 - 20:09
Colm McFadden joins up with Sligo as forwards coach

Colm McFadden joins up with Sligo as forwards coach

Donegal All-Ireland winner will join Tony McEntee’s coaching team in January

Thu Nov 17 2022 - 18:33
Seán Moran: GAA approaching crisis point on reputational damage

Seán Moran: GAA approaching crisis point on reputational damage

Litany of misbehaviour no longer passes unnoticed and unless checked will continue to weaken association

Wed Nov 16 2022 - 11:40
Leinster Council to investigate violent scenes at Parnell Park

Leinster Council to investigate violent scenes at Parnell Park

It is hoped that additional video evidence can be sourced to facilitate the investigation and both clubs are said to be co-operating fully

Tue Nov 15 2022 - 11:01
Liam Cahill names Noel McGrath as Tipperary hurling captain for 2023 season

Liam Cahill names Noel McGrath as Tipperary hurling captain for 2023 season

New Tipp manager has named his first training panel and made it public

Tue Nov 15 2022 - 10:51
Moycullen ready to exploit second chance in wide open Connacht

Moycullen ready to exploit second chance in wide open Connacht

After Covid scuppered their first provincial run, the Galway champions are focused on making amends

Tue Nov 15 2022 - 05:00
Kilcoo unchained as Ulster club championship comes to the boil

Kilcoo unchained as Ulster club championship comes to the boil

All-Ireland club champions Kilcoo seem to be on a collision course with formidable Derry kingpins Glen

Tue Nov 15 2022 - 05:00
Kilcoo work past Ballybay to set up Ulster semi-final date with Enniskillen

Kilcoo work past Ballybay to set up Ulster semi-final date with Enniskillen

Two second-half goals from All-Ireland champions rubber stamp convincing win

Sun Nov 13 2022 - 15:39
Both sides now: Seán Stack on playing a final against the team he managed

Both sides now: Seán Stack on playing a final against the team he managed

'Someone said to me before that Munster final, “sure you can’t lose” and my answer was, “no, I can’t win”.’

Sat Nov 12 2022 - 05:00
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