By Niall Gartland CAVAN legend Jim Reilly expects a backlash when Jim McGuinness’ Donegal come to town this Sunday – but he’s cautiously optimistic that the Breffni County will be able to absorb whatever comes their way. While the Breffni County got off to a winning start in their All-Ireland round robin victory with an […]
I WAS certain, deep in my bones, that Limerick hurlers would beat Cork in the hurling. Certain in the same way that a man is when he knows he is in love. A profound, inexplicable certainty. I have a kitty with David O’Malley. He is the horsey expert. I take care of the GAA side […]
By Niall Gartland WHY stop now? Cavan ladies have collected two pieces of silverware already this season, and now they’re primed for an all-out assault on All-Ireland Intermediate honours. After winning nothing of note at adult level since all the way back in 2013, Cavan ladies recently cruised to an Ulster Intermediate title triumph over […]
Jennifer Duffy has played in a range of positions for Monaghan and she’ll be a vital cog as the Farney County step into the All-Ireland race on Sunday. Daire Walsh writes… WHILE most footballers are elevated to senior inter-county status in relatively low-key affairs, the polar opposite was the case for Monaghan’s Jennifer Duffy back […]
By Michael McMullan DONEGAL manager Jim McGuinness has named his squad ahead of Sunday’s game with Cavan (Kingspan Breffni, 2pm). The Ulster champions will be looking to bounce back after losing their All-Ireland opener at the hands of Tyrone last weekend. Shaun Patton missed that game but is named in the number one jersey. Advertisement […]
By Michael McMullan THERE is a stronger look to the Cavan panel Raymond Galligan has named for Sunday’s visit of Donegal Kingspan Breffni (2pm). The Breffni County were winners over Mayo on the opening week and welcome back James Smith and Gearóid McKiernan to the squad with Paddy Lynch and Killian Clarke also listed. Lynch […]
By Michael McMullan TYRONE’S reward for winning their 26th Ulster minor title is an All-Ireland quarter-final date with Munster runners-up Cork. Cavan led at half-time in Sunday’s Ulster final in Brewster Park before goals from star man Joel Kerr and Cathal Farley shot Tyrone to victory. For their part, Cavan will face Kerry who were […]
By Michael McMullan DERRY will play their fifth Christy Ring Cup final as part of a triple header in Croke Park later this month. Cavan will also be part of the billing in the Lory Meagher but must wait to see if it is Monaghan or New York they face. That game will take place […]
AFTER a weekend of action as race for Sam Maguire began, six Ulster players have been named on the GAA team of the week Also, have a watch of the latest edition of #GaelicLives as we look back to a weekend of action. Receive quality journalism wherever you are, on any device. Keep up to […]
TG4 ULSTER INTERMEDIATE FINAL Cavan 6-10 Down 1-8 A TALLY of 2-2 from wing forward and player of the match Catherine Dolan helped Cavan to the Ulster Intermediate title in Omagh this afternoon. Cavan dominated the first quarter, outscoring Down 2-4 to a single point. Niamh Keenaghan scored the Breffni sides first goal as early […]
