The top five GAA players who never won the All-Ireland
That settles it. Lee Keegan’s recent retirement has sparked an interesting debate amongst GAA fans, as the question remains – who is the greatest player to never win an All-Ireland title? This unwanted label was always attached to Peter Canavan throughout his career before he finally lifted the Sam Maguire in the twighlight of his […]
3 years ago
“They just can’t believe that Rob Kearney is there training” – Why the Rugby star’s return to GAA is huge
“I just, I get a nice, warm, fuzzy feeling when I think about this story.” A lot has been made of Rob Kearney going back to his roots and playing GAA again, after a long and successful career as a professional rugby player. This man represented his country at the highest level of his sport, […]
4 years ago
Aidan O’Shea’s reaction to being subbed off against Dublin revealed a lot about his character
“The accusation at him is that he has an ego.” Aidan O’Shea has been filling the back and front pages of newspapers all week for his involvement in Mayo’s historic win over Dublin, although it might not all be the kind of press he wants. A lot has been made of his poor performance, the […]
4 years ago
Tyrone’s preparations won’t be sufficient for All-Ireland semi-final clash with Kerry due to COVID outbreak
“There is no doubt that they aren’t going to be prepared properly.” Playing Kerry in an All-Ireland semi-final is a daunting task in any normal situation, but to do it in the midst of a COVID outbreak only makes it 10 times more difficult. Several Tyrone players have contracted the virus, which has had a […]
4 years ago
After seven years in charge, Armagh have a big decision to make on Kieran McGeeney
“If they don’t get to an Ulster final, you might be thinking it’s time to give someone else a turn.” Kieran McGeeney has accomplished so much with Armagh as a player, leading them to their only All-Ireland title in 2002 and multiple Ulster titles. As a manager he has had success as well, taking them […]
5 years ago
“Even if it’s a grade one, then he’s gone for the Derry game” – Michael Murphy’s hamstring concern
“Hopefully it’s not too bad, just a wee bit of tightening up.” Donegal got off to the perfect start in the championship, blowing Down out of the water and out of Ulster. However, much like Kerry and their talisman David clifford, Donegal didn’t leave the game completely unscathed. Captain Michael Murphy, was already nursing a […]
5 years ago