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North Antrim locals claim that Alexis Mac Allister is from hurling town

North Antrim locals claim that Alexis Mac Allister is from hurling town

“It’s been the talk of the town.” County Antrim town Cushendall claim that Argentina’s World Cup star Alexis Mac Allister is from their neck of the woods following revelations that the South American has Irish links. The Brighton midfielder has caught the eyes of those from Britain and Ireland with his celtic name, and facial features […]

3 years ago

Sambo’s Laochra Gael episode may be the most powerful GAA documentary there is

Sambo’s Laochra Gael episode may be the most powerful GAA documentary there is

A man who quite literally let his hurling do the talking. Last night TG4 launched a new series of Laochra Gael, with the first episode starring none other than Terence ‘Sambo’ McNaughton. The Antrim legend, opens up about his childhood, and his horrific dealings at school where he was physically and verbally abused by the […]

4 years ago

VIDEO: Even Sergio Parisse is backing Cushendall’s All-Ireland club hurling bid

VIDEO: Even Sergio Parisse is backing Cushendall’s All-Ireland club hurling bid

He’s even handy with a hurl. Sergio Parisse might be the most admired number eight in the northern hemisphere but he’s just a club man at heart too. Club, in his case, is obviously on the north coast of Antrim with Ruairí Óg Cushendall. The Italian legend wished the Ulster club champions good luck ahead […]

10 years ago