Steven Poacher is planning for his first season as a county senior manager with Leitrim. He spoke with Michael McMullan to chart his coaching origins his learnings along the way MANCHESTER is a long way from Carrick on Shannon but that’s where Steven Poacher slipped his foot on the first rung of the coaching ladder. […]
Antrim step into last chance saloon
By Michael McMullan ANTRIM need to avoid defeat at home to Carlow this weekend to maintain their Leinster Championship status. It’s as simple as that. In a world of group stages, ifs, buts and score difference, a Carlow win at Corrigan Park would banish Darren Gleeson’s side to the Joe McDonagh Cup for the first […]
Carlow win can be perfect launchpad says Erne skipper McQuade
By Katrina Brennan FERMANAGH ladies captain Shannan McQuade feels that Sunday’s victory over Carlow was a much-needed boost for the team and could well be the catalyst they needed as they strive for All-Ireland glory. The 26 year-old helped steer Fermanagh to a 1-13 to 0-9 opening round championship victory in Dunleer, Co Louth. It […]
Antrim hoping to maintain their winning run says McAleese
By Shaun Casey WINNING is a habit and it’s one that Antrim are determined to keep. That’s the message from half-back Dermot McAleese ahead of Sunday’s Tailteann Cup quarter-final (Corrigan Park 1pm). Antrim are unbeaten in the second-tier competition having finished top of their group with wins over Leitrim, Wexford and Fermanagh, so confidence in […]
Carlow footballer accepts four-year ban but denies wrong-doing
Ray Walker has accepted a ban after failing an out of competition drugs test in February, but added that he was unaware he was taking a banne
Steven Poacher – The leaving of Carlow
Steven Poacher outlines his memories of working in Carlow, and what he has achieved in his time there.
Armagh SFC – Crossmaglen’s Kerry influence
Chris Crowley tells the story of how Kerry man came to play for Crossmaglen.
Steven Poacher – Carlow’s run happened because of 2017
Steven Poacher explains the feel good factor in Carlow.
Steven Poacher – Managements need proper chemistry
Steven Poacher explains one of he most important attributes of a good coaching teams.
Steven Poacher – Changing mindsets
Steven Poacher explains the long term approach of the Carlow footballers.