Down ladies embracing the “privilege”


By Shaun Casey THE Down Ladies are embracing the “privilege” of pulling on the red and black jersey and representing their county. Joint-manager Caoibhe Sloan suggests that the Mourne ladies are enjoying the journey that has led them to the All-Ireland Junior semi-final. “There’s definitely that wee bit of added weight, much like the Ulster […]


Win or learn approach working for Down ladies


By Shaun Casey THE Down ladies have recovered brilliantly from a 16-point hammering to Kildare in their opening round tie to go on a three-game winning streak. This weekend they hope to extend that unbeaten run to four as they travel south. They face a difficult away journey to Clare and the Banner County have […]


Poland takes over at Warrenpoint


FORMER Down star Mark Poland has been appointed as the new Warrenpoint senior football manager. Poland, who was involved under outgoing manager Shane Mulholland, take over ahead of the 2023 season. His management team will comprise of Gary Boyle, Conor Gilmore, Ryan McAleenan, Daniel Bird  and Sean O’Hare. Warrenpoint haven’t won the Down senior championship […]


Ulster says yes to Tyrone


Seven Ulster men were asked who would lift the Anglo-Celt, and all but one pipped for Tyrone to overcome Donegal: Chris Kerr (Antrim) Tyrone are the team to beat. I just think that they way that they have been playing, they have brought their game to another level. I can see them winning by two […]