Roscommon boss has surprising choice for No 1 player in the game
He was full of praise for the Monaghan player. The introduction of the new Gaelic football rules has benefitted particular teams and players. The new laws have seen those with goalkeepers who are comfortable on the ball, foot pass and shoot accurately be the biggest winners from these changes. Certain rules like the new two-pointer […]
9 months ago
Rory Beggan on the ‘red flag’ that scuppered his NFL move
The Monaghan goalkeeper also gave his thoughts on the proposed Gaelic football rule changes. Monaghan and Scotstown goalkeeper Rory Beggan has revealed the reason behind his failed NFL move. The 2018 All-Star winner goalkeeper spent the early part of this year on trial with the Carolina Panthers after participating in the NFL’s International Player Pathway. View […]
1 year ago
Carolina Panthers make decision on Rory Beggan future
The Monaghan goalkeeper has been on trial NFL franchise Carolina Panthers have made their decision on Rory Beggan. The Monaghan goalkeeper has been on trial with the Panthers after participating in the NFL’s International Player Pathway earlier this year. Beggan impressed with his kicking abilities and he balanced his tryouts with playing for Monaghan in their […]
2 years ago
Mark Jackson beats NFL record with mammoth 70 yard field goal in Florida
Powerful from the Baltinglass man. Wicklow goalkeeper Mark Jackson kicked a 70 yard field goal at the IMG academy in Florida on Wednesday, exceeding the official NFL record held by Justin Tucker of the Baltimore Ravens. Along with Rory Beggan, Down’s Charlie Smyth and former Connacht rugby player Darragh Leader, Jackson took part in the […]
2 years ago
Rory Beggan achieves incredible kicking feat at NFL Pro Day
The Monaghan goalkeeper is turning plenty of heads with his impressive kicking feats. Rory Beggan went 10 from 10, on Wednesday, in a kicking challenge in front of scouts from 31 NFL teams. Pro Football Ireland’s Michael McQuaid reports on a busy evening in Tampa for SportsJOE: Almost three weeks ago, four Irish athletes from […]
2 years ago
Rory Beggan set to miss rest of Monaghan’s League campaign as Jackson’s long kick impresses
Irish trio Rory Beggan, Charlie Smyth and Mark Jackson will remain in America for an extra three weeks in a bid to increase their chances of securing an NFL contract. Beggan and co. had initially planned to return home on Tuesday, but they will instead remain stateside with interest among NFL scouts said to be […]
2 years ago