By Patrick Morrison ONE of the most important aspects of goalkeeping in Gaelic football is being able to position oneself effectively in and around the crease, that is the area in front of the goals. Paradoxically, although it may be an important area, it is very rarely covered properly, if at all. Having a good starting […]
By Patrick Morrison WITH all county competitions completed and the provincial competitions entering the final stages of their season, now is the time when players of a certain vintage will begin to think about what retirement would hold for them especially players who have been heavily involved in the game for a prolonged period of […]
THE GAA off-season is a crucial period for players, coaches, and teams. It offers an opportunity to recharge, reflect, and prepare for the upcoming season. Here are some valuable tips to make the most of your off-season. 1. Rest and Recovery After a demanding season, it’s essential to prioritize rest. Allow your body and mind to […]
ALL over Ireland, county championships will be winding down to their final climactic games. This means that for most players, the season has ended and their so called off season begins, going from training three to five sessions per week down to one to two sessions and in some cases zero sessions per week. Most […]
By Patrick Morrison THE English word ‘storm’ comes from the Proto-Germanic ‘sturmaz’ which means noise or tumult (mayhem/chaos). Whenever we understand the origins of the word we can fully relate to the significance of its meaning. Being true to its name, storms are of course chaotic in nature while also having the ability to create […]
By Patrick Morrison CHILDREN are curious and insightful individuals who explore and learn through the process of trial and error just as nature intended. Their world is loaded with all kinds of imaginary, games and toys. All a child wants to do is explore their world through the medium of play. And what child has […]
By Patrick Morrison EVERYWHERE I go whenever I am coaching goalkeepers; I am always asked about what gloves I think are the best to use. What is the best make, the best cut, what is the best fit. The lot. In reality there is no perfect pair of gloves that is best for everyone. Just […]
FOR most clubs, their players are now finished all competitions and their seasons have now ended. What should the GAA player focus be now? The off-season brings a welcome rest from the demands of a long competitive season in GAA. It’s a time to recover from a tough and long season, allow the body and mind to […]
By Patrick Morrison DURING the Tokyo Olympics a few years back, we saw the introduction of a host of new sporting disciplines like baseball, softball, three v three basketball and skateboarding to name a few. I watched as much as the time difference would allow and had been able to view some of the new sporting additions […]
By Patrick Morrison OVER my football career I have played in many positions. From defence to forwards I have experienced playing in every position possible on the field. In my later years from u-16 up to senior I played at midfield until I was 24, at which time I took a four-year sabbatical from football. […]
