Shane Elliott: Idea of Team Ulster better than the reality


THE lack of hurling action on the pitch inevitably leads to everyone seeking their fix elsewhere. The gap has been filled for many with the watching of old footage showcasing the games of days gone by. There have also been many interesting podcasts and interviews often involving the picking of best 15s. I took part […]


Shane Elliott: Players deserve clarity


WE are all starting to adapt to what is becoming the so-called ‘new normal.’ We are, of course, a very adaptable species and as Darwin’s theory suggests, it is those who are able to adapt who ultimately survive. Human beings are adept at adapting and finding new ways to do things, that is why we […]


Shane Elliott: My top five hurlers of all time


Growing up one of my favourite television programmes was Match of the Day. This was long before wall to wall coverage and numerous live games being available on satellite television. The presenters during those years were Jimmy Hill, who was hard to listen to, and Des Lynam who was a very smooth operator. It’s fair […]