Patrick Morrison realised a lesson for goalkeepers when he was watching the Last Dance documentary about Michael Jordan.
Steven Poacher: Get into the management mix
June 6, 2020
IN what we now recognise as being the new norm, we have become accustomed to the world of Zoom and webinars as our form of interaction with our sporting teams and coaching colleagues. Over the last few weeks I have participated in, facilitated, and taken part in a number of public and private webinars and […]
June 6, 2020
By Niall McCoy IT was an Autumn like no other for the hurlers of Newry Shamrocks – but their lynchpin Paul Sheehan was only able to watch on from the sidelines. In September last year, the Shamrocks ended a six-game losing run in finals to secure the Down Junior title with victory over Ballela. Subsequent […]
Tyrone’s potential squared circle stars
June 6, 2020
By Lee Costello THE phrase ‘hard man’ has always been synonymous with the GAA. Mick Lyons, Diarmuid O’Sullivan, Francie Bellew are just a few such hard men who were not to be trifled with. We can all remember tales of a gorilla-like full-back who has boulders for shoulders, shovels for hands and forearms as thick […]
Doherty’s mood changes to optimism
June 5, 2020
Donegal county footballer said that a few weeks ago he was doubtful about a return to action. He’s more positive now.
Razor Sharp – Geezer doing his bit
June 5, 2020
Kieran McGeeney has shaved his hair after reaching his fundraising total for #hairlessforthehospice. The Armagh manager had originally set a target of £15,000 to raise for the Southern Area Hospice but revised it to £20,000 after receiving great support. ‘Geezer’ has already raised £23,000 and you can still donate at www.justgiving.com/fundraising/kieranmcgeeneyhairlessforthehospice Receive quality journalism wherever […]
Fionnuala Carr: Mallon is an example to all players
June 5, 2020
WHEN I was growing up I was very lucky to have great coaches in my club, who taught me the essentials for my age group. At a young age I feel it is important for children to be taught the correct technique but to also have fun. We had Marie Walls and Eileen Hamill who […]
Ask The Players: Is Camogie lagging behind?
June 5, 2020
Three Camogs discuss the standard of coaching in their game, and address the question of whether it is lagging behind.
Ervine to be first East Belfast GAA President
June 4, 2020
By Niall McCoy EAST Belfast GAA have confirmed to Gaelic Life that Linda Ervine will the first President of the newly formed club. It is, the club hopes, a symbolic appointment and one that clearly demonstrates the club’s cross-community ethos. A Presbyterian, Ervine has become a visible language rights activist in east Belfast and has […]
Club Focus: A ‘Lough’ to be excited about
June 4, 2020
Discover how Loughmacrory have built a handball powerhouse, a facility that amazes visitors, and a football team who have reached the senior ranks.