Cork wreak vengeance for All-Ireland defeatChampions Clare left standing by powerful display from Jimmy Barry-Murphy’s improving teamMon Jun 16 2014 - 01:00
Experienced Dublin can master a tricky assignment in Wexford ParkGreat expectations surround resurgent Wexford but Leinster champions have the know-how to surviveSat Jun 14 2014 - 02:55
Clare can maintain their good record against CorkDifficulties for both teams but the All-Ireland champions can reach the Munster finalSat Jun 14 2014 - 01:00
Nash weapon may be neutralised but Cork still have plenty in their armouryThe chance to avenge last year’s All-Ireland defeat will have Cork champing at the bit in ThurlesSat Jun 14 2014 - 01:00
How the GAA made a crisis out of a difficultyThe issue of penalties in hurling should have been properly addressed last FebruaryWed Jun 11 2014 - 09:00
Safety concerns over penalties force GAA to actCroke Park hopes to have a new ruling on the matter in place in time for weekend fixturesTue Jun 10 2014 - 14:43
Cavanagh says he would repeat rugby tackle foul on McManusTyrone captain says players ‘will use rules to their advantage now and again’Tue Jun 10 2014 - 01:00
GAA inquiry into Armagh-Cavan parade brawl awaits video footageConcern among officials that it may prove difficult to had down adequate punishmentTue Jun 10 2014 - 01:00
Cork make no mistake against Waterford second time aroundMuch improved effort up front proves too much for subdued Waterford in ThurlesMon Jun 09 2014 - 01:00
Jimmy Barry-Murphy relieved by Cork’s improved work rateCork manager also delighted by return to action of Paudie O’SullivanMon Jun 09 2014 - 01:00
Cork likely to avail of second opportunity to book a date with ClareBut Jimmy Barry-Murphy’s men will need to improve a lot to see off impressive WaterfordSat Jun 07 2014 - 01:00
Derek McGrath confident Waterford are on the right trackDeise manager believes the building blocks at schools and colleges level are in place to ensure a bright future at senior level for the countySat Jun 07 2014 - 01:00
Kilkenny aiming to put on a show for new Sky audienceDaunting task facing Brian Whelehan’s Offaly at Nowlan ParkSat Jun 07 2014 - 01:00
Michael Fennelly ready to face OffalyMidfielder one of three changes on Kilkenny team for Leinster SHC openerFri Jun 06 2014 - 00:01
Second time around proving doubly difficult for Eamon O’SheaNature of demoralising defeat to Limerick poses a real challenge for the practical Tipperary managerWed Jun 04 2014 - 09:00
Galway psyche continues to grapple with the evolution of the hurling championshipFormer manager Conor Hayes believes Leinster switch has been beneficialTue Jun 03 2014 - 01:00
Limerick hurlers prove the doubters wrongManner of Munster SHC semi-final victory over Tipperary shows too much read into last year’s All-Ireland exitTue Jun 03 2014 - 01:00
First county sides set for hurling qualifiers revealedAll counties defeated before provincial final stages will go into the one drawTue Jun 03 2014 - 01:00
Limerick show their mettle as Tipperary come up just short againChampions show composure as Shane Dowling’s late goal helps complete comebackMon Jun 02 2014 - 01:00
Limerick hurlers opt for experienceNo championship newcomers as they face Tipperary in ThurlesFri May 30 2014 - 00:01
Waterford show hurling growth can only be organicArguments over championship structures for weaker counties ignore the pointWed May 28 2014 - 09:00
Pat McEnaney accepts black-card enforcement needs to improveNational Referees Committee chair says, “we need to get better” after early championship controversiesTue May 27 2014 - 01:00
Noel Connors points to positives from draw with CorkWaterford defender believes Munster quarter-final draw will benefit rising generationTue May 27 2014 - 01:00
Sluggish Cork wake up just in time to catch WaterfordCork could only watch as a young and buzzed-up Waterford ran rings around them before revivalMon May 26 2014 - 01:00
Patchwork Waterford just fail to quell CorkUnheralded Waterford come within seconds of surprise win over Munster rivalsMon May 26 2014 - 01:00
Waterford’s problems give Cork a clearer roadJimmy Barry-Murphy looks for the improvement needed to move them one step forwardSat May 24 2014 - 15:00
Tyrone have more room for improvementDespite home advantage Down will need to be at their very best to find a way past their Ulster rivals this time aroundSat May 24 2014 - 13:39
Donegal’s experience should see them throughMark Lynch’s run of form will have to continue if Derry are to take home advantageSat May 24 2014 - 02:00
Mistakes don’t invalidate the black cardOmagh controversy shows the pressure even a top referee like David Coldrick must bearWed May 21 2014 - 09:00
Sky Sports Gaelic Games presenters and analystsBroadcaster announces on-screen line-up for its GAA coverageTue May 20 2014 - 01:00
Inconsistencies fuel Tyrone misgivings about black cardFormer captain Peter Canavan and his successor Seán Cavanagh both unhappy with Sunday’s controversy in OmaghTue May 20 2014 - 01:00
Sky Sports show they mean business with GAA coverageCroke Park launch had a professional sheen and some familiar faces as presenters and analysts are announcedTue May 20 2014 - 01:00
Seán Cavanagh saves Tyrone from downbeat endingExtraordinary second-half revival nearly comes off for DownMon May 19 2014 - 01:00
Clare’s Shane O’Donnell injured in club matchO’Donnell likely to miss Munster championship semi-final on June 15th with hamstring injurySun May 18 2014 - 16:45
Colm Cooper not expecting vintage summer for KerryCurrent Kingdom side is in transition, believes injured Kerry marksmanSun May 18 2014 - 16:26
Refreshed Louth could spring a surprise away to WestmeathBoth sides struggled in the league but the visitors’ injury problems have cleared upSat May 17 2014 - 01:00
Down to be tested by TyroneHealy Park a tough task for James McCartan’s side but history states they have chanceSat May 17 2014 - 01:00
Longford favoured to extend Offaly miseryJack Sheedy’s side should make home advantage paySat May 17 2014 - 01:00
Laois look too strong for WicklowAlthough home side’s formidable record at Aughrim will present a challengeSat May 17 2014 - 01:00
Henry Shefflin unlikely to be fit in time for Offaly clashGroundhog Day for hurling’s most decorated player as stress fracture in his foot means championship goes on hold againFri May 16 2014 - 01:00
Barry Tierney and Tiernan McCann to make their championship debuts for TyroneEx-minor star Kyle Coney also to start against Down while Mourne boss James McCartan opts for an experienced sideFri May 16 2014 - 01:00
Championship 2014: DublinManager: Jim Gavin (2nd year).Titles: Leinster (holders); 24 All-Ireland (holders).2014 league: Lost two matches to finish 4th in Division One winners.Odds and Ends: All-Ireland evens and Leinster 1 to 7.Bookies say: Leinster and All-Ireland champions.What bookies said in 2013: Leinster and All-Ireland champions.2013 championship: Beat Meath in Leinster final 2-15 to 0-14, and Mayo in All-Ireland final 2-12 to 1-14.First outing: v Wicklow/Laois, 8th June.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:55
Championship 2014: KildareManager: Jason Ryan (1st year).Titles: 12 Leinster (2000); 4 All-Ireland (1927).2014 league: Relegated from Division One, finishing 7th after two wins. Odds and Ends: All-Ireland 50/1; Leinster 14/1.Bookies say: Leinster semi-finals and qualifier fourth round. What the bookies said in 2013: Leinster semi-final and All-Ireland quarter-final. 2013 championship: Lost Leinster semi-final to Dublin 1-9 to 4-16, and All-Ireland qualifier third round to Tyrone, 0-12 to 1-11.First outing: v Westmeath/Louth, Croke Park, 8th JuneThu May 15 2014 - 12:52
Championship 2014: LaoisManager: Tomás Ó Flatharta (1st year).Titles: 6 Leinster (2003); 0 All-Ireland.2014 league: Won three matches and on the last day survived relegation to Division Three.Odds and Ends: All-Ireland 150/1; Leinster 55/1.Bookies say: Leinster quarter-final and third round qualifier.What the bookies said in 2013: Leinster semi-final and exit third round qualifiers. 2013 championship: Lost Leinster first round to Louth 0-6 to 1-16 and qualifier fourth round to Donegal, 0-08 to 0-14.First outing: v Wicklow, Aughrim, 18th May.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:50
Championship 2014: WestmeathManager: Paul Bealin (1st year).Titles: 1 Leinster (2004); 0 All-Ireland.2014 league: Only county to register zero points and relegated to Division Two.Odds and Ends: All-Ireland 400/1; Leinster 100/1.What the bookies say: Leinster first round and qualifier second round.What the bookies said in 2013: Lose Leinster quarter-final and exit second round qualifiers. 2013 championship: Lost Leinster quarter-final to Dublin 0-9 to 1-22 and qualifier second round to Fermanagh, 1-15 to 3-10.First outing: v Louth, Mullingar, 17th May.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:48
Championship 2014: CarlowManager: Anthony Rainbow (2nd season).Titles: Leinster 1 (1944); All-Ireland 0.2014 league: Lost five, drew one and won one to finish 8th in Division Four.Odds and ends: All-Ireland 5000/1; Leinster 500/1.Bookies say: First round Leinster and qualifier first round exits.What the bookies said in 2013: Lose to Westmeath and exit first round qualifiers. 2013 championship: Lost Leinster first round to Westmeath 1-10 to 3-15 and qualifier first round to Laois, 0-12 to 3-13.First outing: v Meath, Dr Cullen Park, 15th June.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:46
Championship 2014: MeathManager: Mick O’Dowd (2nd year).Titles: 21 Leinster (2010); 7 All-Ireland (1999).2014 league: Lost just two matches to finish third in Division Two.Odds and Ends: All-Ireland 33/1; Leinster 9/1.What the bookies say: Another Leinster final and qualifier fourth round.What the bookies said in 2013: Leinster final and qualifier fourth round.2013 championship: Lost Leinster final to Dublin 0-14 to 2-15 and qualifier fourth round to Tyrone 2-9 to 0-17.First outing: v Carlow, Dr Cullen Park, 15th June.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:44
Championship 2014: LouthManager: Aidan O’Rourke (2nd year).Titles: Leinster 8 (1957); 3 All-Ireland (1957).2014 league: Failed to win a match and relegated from Division Two.Odds and Ends: All-Ireland 300/1; Leinster 100/1.Bookies say: Leinster quarter-final and third round qualifiers.What the bookies said in 2013: Lose Leinster first round and exit second round qualifiers. 2013 championship: Lost Leinster quarter-final to Wexford, 1-15 to 2-13 and qualifier second round to Meath, 0-15 to 1-19.First outing v Westmeath, Mullingar, 17th May.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:43
Championship 2014: LongfordManager: Jack Sheedy (1st year).Titles: 1 Leinster (1968); 0 All-Ireland2014 league: Won two matches and relegated to Division Four. Odds and Ends: All-Ireland 500/1; Leinster 75/1.Bookies say: Leinster quarter-final and qualifier second round.What the bookies said in 2013: Leinster quarter-final and qualifier second round. 2013 championship: Lost Leinster first round to Wicklow 0-16 to 1-15, and qualifier second round after extra time to Wexford, 0-16 to 2-15.First outing: v Offaly, Pearse Park, 18th May.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:41
Championship 2014: OffalyManager: Emmet McDonnell (2nd year).Titles: 10 Leinster (1997); 3 All-Ireland (1982).2014 league: Managed just one point and relegated to Division Four.Odds and Ends: All-Ireland 1000/1; Leinster 150/1.What the bookies say: Leinster first round and qualifier first round exit.What the bookies said in 2013: Lose Leinster quarter-final and exit first round qualifiers. 2013 championship: Lost Leinster quarter-final o Kildare 1-12 to 0-19 and qualifier first round to Tyrone, 0-8 to 1-27.First outing: v Longford, Pearse Park, 18th May.Thu May 15 2014 - 12:39
