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Kilshannig ready for biggest day in their 140 year history
By John Harrington Kilshannig GAA club Chairperson, John O’Riordan, makes no bones about it – this weekend is the biggest yet in the history of the north Cork GAA club. That’s a fair statement considering they’ve been around since the birth of the Association in 1884, but you couldn’t accuse
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The importance of understanding the person inside the jersey
By John Harrington
An impressive list of speakers has been assembled for the 2024 Gaelic games Coaching Conference which will take place in Croke Park on Saturday, November 23.
One of them is Chartered Psychologist Dr Ciarán Kearney, who has specialised in sport psychology with players, coaches, and teams at
Monday 18 November 2024
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Clare's Conlon made of the right stuff
By John Harrington
Clare defender, John Conlon, has been named the 2024 Hurling Personality of the Year by the Gaelic Writers’ Association.
As the name of the award suggests, it’s a recognition of more than just a hurler’s ability on the field of play.
That’s part of it, of course,
Saturday 16 November 2024
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Niall Grimley reflects on a year of triumph and tragedy
By John Harrington
This week summed up what’s been a strange year of incredible highs and devastating lows for Armagh footballer, Niall Grimley.
On Tuesday there was a one-year anniversary mass for his brother Patrick, sister-in-law Ciera, and family friend Ciara McElvanna, who all tragically died in a car accident
Friday 15 November 2024
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Domhnall Nugent helping others get ahead of the game
By John Harrington
When Domhnall Nugent walked into Cuan Mhuire rehab centre in Newry as a homeless alcohol and cocaine addict in 2019, his life was at rock-bottom.
At that moment he had two options. Continue down a road that could only lead to a tragic end or ask for
Thursday 14 November 2024
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Daithí Hayes enjoying Martin's managerial adventure
By Cian O’Connell
For Daithí Hayes there is joy in the journey.
Managing St Martin’s is busy, but rewarding. Balancing life and sport is a constant challenge. Still, Hayes finds a way.
When a Wexford SHC title is added to the collection, it makes everything worthwhile. The nature of hurling,
Wednesday 13 November 2024
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Noel Tierney fondly remembered in the west
By Cian O’Connell
Noel Tierney will always be spoken about fondly in Galway.
The celebrated three-in-a-row team remain cherished in the west. Silverware was attained at Croke Park during a glittering era for the maroon and white outfit.
There was a gathering last week for Tierney, a totemic figure in
Wednesday 13 November 2024
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Professor Ian Jeffreys bringing 'Gamespeed' to Gaelic games
By John Harrington
An impressive list of speakers has been assembled for the 2024 Gaelic games Coaching Conference which will take place in Croke Park on Saturday, November 23.
One of them is world-renowned coach and educator, Professor Ian Jeffreys, who is President of the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Wednesday 13 November 2024
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Cavan GAA put Health and Wellbeing to the fore
By John Harrington
Outstanding work tends to get its due recognition, and that has certainly been the case for Cavan GAA’s Health and Wellbeing Committee.
In 2023 they won the GAA National Health & Wellbeing Committee of the Year award and an Ulster GAA Award for their work in the
Friday 8 November 2024