David Burke: ‘His hurling intelligence is way beyond others’. He sees things before they happen’
The Galway hurler has had his share of setbacks down the years but he remains an influential presence
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Joe Canning: ‘The drinking shouldn’t have happened ... but to then run the crap out of us was madness’
Galway hurler Joe Canning writes about the ‘off-the-wall intensity’ of Ger Loughnane’s training regime, how the game takes players to the rawest of places and the infamous story of the Dew Drop 15 in this extract from his new book
Joe Canning’s story, or the highs and lows of a down-to-earth superstar
In Laochra Gaela, the Galway hurling great gives a compelling insight into a unique career while showing that sport is never just about sport
Galway set up Leinster final showdown with Kilkenny as Dublin knocked out
Mattie Kenny’s side fail to take advantage of the first-half wind advantage in Salthill
Staunton still savouring sporting life at the top in Australia
Legendary Mayo footballer fresh from her most successful campaign yet in the AFLW
Galway take their eye off the win as Lee Chin helps Wexford to stirring draw
Captain comes off the bench to frustrate Henry Shefflin’s hopes of opening win
Niall Burke, Adrian Tuohey and Seán Loftus absent from Galway squad
Henry Shefflin names 34-man championship squad ahead of opener against Wexford
Weekend hurling previews: Throw-in times, TV details, team news
Seán Moran looks at the opening round of the Allianz League and Croke Park club finals
Ciarán Murphy: It’s time to really push on towards a proper dual mandate
We're not talking about a nation full of Slaughtneils and Loughmore-Castleineys
Henry Shefflin fails in bid to get Joe Canning to change his mind
‘We’re trying to find the newer players who are going to fill the vacancies left behind’
Articulate and resilient Henry Shefflin has Galway hurling fans giddy
Excitement in maroon county as Kilkenny hurling great’s reign begins
Brody Sweeney ready to deliver with Camile Thai as he targets UK market
Entrepreneur not afraid to take business ‘punts’ but also still holds a candle for politics
Old failings apparent again as Kerry suffer another devastating defeat
Kingdom have had a shortage of reliable, knotty defenders for the best part of a decade now
Jackie Tyrrell: Limerick should revel in the glory of the ultimate performance
The hurling landscape looks very daunting for challenging counties in the next few years
All-Ireland Hurling Final: Limerick vs Cork By The Numbers
Malachy Clerkin opens the record books ahead of the meeting of Limerick and Cork
Patrick Horgan closes in on scoring record in pursuit of elusive title
Cork captain needs nine points to be top scorer in 2021 senior hurling championship
Nicky English: Limerick, Cork and Waterford the leading proponents of new orthodoxy
More traditional style of hurling perfected by Kilkenny’s great teams has been eclipsed
Jackie Tyrrell: Kilkenny need to accept the short ball is just as important as the long ball
Dearth of underage talent and failure to find ‘wow’ players has hurt progression levels
Patrick Horgan: Primed and ready to take another chance at glory
The Cork star has gone long enough without an All-Ireland medal – this could be his time
Dessie Hutchinson’s return one of key elements of Waterford’s revival
His story a useful caution for aspiring footballers and a fabulous tale of reinvention
GAA weekend previews: Throw-in times, TV details and team news
Seán Moran looks ahead to hurling quarter-finals and provincial football deciders
Ciarán Murphy: Goodbye Joe Canning, you made the people happy
Galway great’s exceptional exploits leave hurling fans with special memories
Micheál Donoghue leads tributes to once-in-a-generation talent Joe Canning
Galway’s supremely gifted talisman calls a halt to his intercounty career at the age of 32
Nicky English: If Cork reach Croke Park it could open up for them
Waterford’s pace, drive and running game was just too hot to handle for Galway
Waterford’s 14 men hold off Galway revival to win Thurles thriller
Liam Cahill praises his side for holding their nerve as Tribesmen ate into 16-point lead
GAA weekend previews: Throw-in times, TV details and team news
Seán Moran looks at Saturday’s hurling qualifiers and Sunday’s football deciders
Danny Sutcliffe back to his best and leading Dublin by example
Former All Star revelling in captain’s role as Kenny’s side reach first Leinster final since 2014
All-Ireland SHC: Our writers and pundits answer the big questions
Our GAA writers and pundits make their predictions for the forthcoming campaign
Jackie Tyrrell: Formidable Galway the main threat to Limerick’s crown
Tribesmen tick all boxes and new faces have added serious depth to to already strong panel
Galway’s purple patch leaves Waterford playing catch up
Concannon and Canning to the fore as Tribesmen turn on the style in Salthill scorefest
Jackie Tyrrell: Things are changing quickly in hurling and I’m all on for it
We’re seeing star forwards dropping deeper and defenders roaming forward to clip points
Keith Duggan: Let there be no panic – the game will always be the game
Hurling – like football and basketball – is evolving as coaches, new rules and tactics change
Smart sliotars may be the answer for keeping track of the ball
The GAA is looking at microchipping sliotars to ensure they meet manufacturing standards
Familiar GAA storylines quick to re-emerge in new season
Kerry shape up for Dublin while in hurling Galway end Limerick’s long unbeaten run
Evan Niland the star as Galway end Limerick’s unbeaten run
John Kiely furious with referee: ‘people were saved €20 because that wasn’t a spectacle’
Generational Limerick hurlers out to create a dynasty
John Kiely’s side are the best in the country and are bidding to retain the All-Ireland title
Tipperary face stiff opening test against all-conquering Limerick
Allianz Hurling League weekend previews
Allianz Hurling League Division 1A team-by-team guide
Champions Limerick look even stronger thanks to returning players
Sports Review 2020: Year like no other serves up unforgettable moments
From Katie Taylor to Bryson DeChambeau there were plenty of memories made
John Muldoon’s return to the West reawakens tribal memories
As the Pat Lam circus rolls into the Sportsground, Muldoon is savouring coming home
Joe Canning discharged from hospital on Sunday night
Galway star recovering from suspected concussion at home after suffering head injury
Nicky English: No surprise that Limerick and Waterford in final
In the end over two days the established form line held and best sides to face off in fortnight
Limerick edge out Galway to book place in final
Highest scoring game without a goal in championship history makes for sterile tie
John Kiely grateful for impact of ‘the boys coming off the bench’
Galway manager Shane O’Neill reflects on slow start after both water breaks
No fireworks but Limerick get the job done against Galway
A second All-Ireland in three years is on the cards after hard-fought semi-final victory
Nicky English: Galway and Waterford face battles with fatigue in All-Ireland semis
Galway as underdogs give them edge against Limerick, while Waterford will test Kilkenny
Galway take full advantage of Barrett red card to finish off Tipperary
Liam Sheedy proud of his side as All-Ireland champions bow out in Limerick
David Burke and Aidan Harte come into Galway side for Tipperary clash
Tipp unchanged for Limerick clash; Waterford bring in Ian Kenny for Shane Fives
Jackie Tyrrell: Tipperary v Galway has the feel of a blockbuster
Saturday’s meeting is Rocky IV material and I’m edging towards the maroon corner
Hayes expects changes in Galway squad after shock defeat
Former Galway forward says Tribesmen ‘blew it’ in Leinster final against Kilkenny
Whelan and Concannon keeping the burden off Joe Canning’s shoulders
Former Galway selector Francis Forde explains how forwards’ work rate is crucial
Jackie Tyrrell: What ever happened to Austin Gleeson?
Nobody ever says that if Cian Lynch doesn’t play well, Limerick don’t play well
Nicky English: Limerick confirm their place at the top of hurling’s pecking order
Impressive Galway now look the best-equipped of the other All-Ireland contenders
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