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Donegal GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To rorysboys: "Why did kerry destroy us around the middle. You don't get many chances at winning all irelands si why were we so laboured.. I honestly feel jim should have added someone new to the backroom team. Kerry win and they still added donaghy.." Couldn't compete with clubs within the county when it came to recruitment :P
Lockjaw (National) - 09/02/2026 16:50:16
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National Hurling League 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Replying To ExiledInWex: "Ben O'Connor is going to light up the media this year.
I agree with him but referees are more likely to be asked why they didn't book or send off somebody than why they did.
But here is the thing. I think hurling needs a "bunker review" like rugby. Let the game on, somebody to the sin bin and let a TMO help the referee where he can.
Not VAR which is ruining football but if there is serious foul play or an off the ball incident it needs to be dealt with.
But players are conning referees, pretending they are hurt, diving for frees, etc. Its not doing the game any good." I was talking to a fella a few years ago who played both codes, Gaelic and Rugby. Which did you prefer, I asked. Rugby, he said. When you have the ball you're tackled and that's it. With Gaelic there are fellas pulling and dragging you from start to finish, constantly mouthing, you don't get a moment's peace.
Crashingwaves (National) - 09/02/2026 18:26:59
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Westmeath Hurling thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Greengrass1: "I dont think fitness was a problem. We are light and Meath were more physical plus we lost our shape a bit due to the number of substitutes in a short space of time, lost momentum. Good win though." Not sure we were at the same game. From a Westmeath hurling point of view the priority should be to get promoted and retain Joe Mc. It's not go games so everyone doesn't need to get a game at the expense of the results
Sloweddie (National) - 09/02/2026 19:58:55
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National Hurling League 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Hurling people all have a hear no evil vibe. The game is perfect, leave it alone.
But its gone boring to watch. A free or line ball every 20 seconds.
No defined tackle, charging is never blown and a defender can't defend.
Players trip themselves and cod the referee.
They all lose their footing at the edge of the square if there is a defender close.
Supporters think every player hitting the ground is a free.
Players going down like they have been shot after a player standing tall or trying to flick a ball away and barely taps the helmet.
StoreysTash (National) - 09/02/2026 21:26:10
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Dublin GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Fionn: "I think the Dublin v Wexford game could be a cracker on the 21st Barney.
We will probably have another couple of players back for it.
Lee Chin is back for the Slaneysiders which is a massive boost for them." Id say it will be. Looking forward to it.
Chin was brilliant for them in Parnell last year. One of those players that are difference of 5/6 points.
Think we might still have enough and that Croke Park might favour Dublin at this stage, but will need to tog strong and be on top form.
BarneyGrant (National) - 09/02/2026 21:49:23
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Wexford Hurling Thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To fathermurphy: "Who is Patsy?We desperately need liam Ryan back, if he does the question is will he be back to his old self,as I have said we need height back there, if not Jacko and chin will have to come back otherwise we're in trouble." Patsy is Cian Molloy's nickname.
I don't think we should be trying to make a centre back out of chinner or jacko unless they're going to win it, clear it, then sprint to the opposite 45 and win it themselves.
Doylerwex (National) - 10/02/2026 06:48:12
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Swiss Model For GAA? - 1 Like(s)
Replying To GreenandRed: "I didn't mention 'winning provincial finals'." Never said you did! I said it myself for my own point!!
Provincial finals are essentially standalone fixtures. If the finals are standalone, the championships themselves can be standalone.
legendzxix (National) - 10/02/2026 07:40:46
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National Hurling League 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Doylerwex: "Why wouldn't I be?
It was a huge commercial success in attracting a major sponsor.
We got promoted from 1b after many failed attempts.
Beat Kilkenny consistently in all competitions which is a pretty big deal in Wexford.
First Leinster final in 8 years.
First Leinster win in 15 years.
First all Ireland semi final in 12 years.
Two failings were obviously the 19 semi final which still haunts me, and secondly there was a group of players just totally overlooked in terms of development which we're now suffering for.
But overall I would say his first stint was a success.
I haven't missed a competitive game in over 30 years and the Davy era was the first time since the 90s that I felt we had a chance in every game we played. I'd love to have that again.
Say what you will about him, he is a winner.
I can't quite get my head around how Clare people seem to view him. Between player and manager he's been a key part of almost everything Clare have ever done." That was then man. This is now, and we are paying the price for those few years still.
Viking66 (National) - 10/02/2026 07:48:25
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Westmeath Hurling thread - 1 Like(s)
Very concerning performance yesterday. Distinct lack of fitness and cohesion. Meath defiantly played the better hurling in the second half. our top 3 senior teams would most lightly get to the final in this division. I wasn't in Kerry but did listen to the game online. At the time I pass no remarks on the local commentary after yesterday a lot of the negative references to westmeath attitude and application rings true. I really hope things start to improve rapidly.
Loughlenegale (National) - 10/02/2026 09:02:43
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Roscommon GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Michaelbeag: "This will be the first real test.
As in to tell us our standing Armagh a decent side will be a lot fitter and further ahead training and player availability wise than Kerry and Monaghan were.
This will be the type of match tell us a lot about certain players." I think this game will need a different approach in team selection in defense. Think we will need the likes of Fallon in the half back line
dave1988 (National) - 10/02/2026 09:06:57
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Mayo GAA Thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To StopTheLights: "Mayo for Sam. Has to be!!" Maybe not quite yet but definite sign of green shoots emerging , talented new players coming through and gaining confidence with every match. New managers tend to be most effective in their first year .. just look at how Donegal suddenly became competitive again and winning Ulster titles as soon as JMcG took over in 2011 and 2024. Mayo have gone agonisingly close more than once over last 15 years , played great football in titanic struggles often ending in heart break for their supporters and neutrals throughout the country. Very few fair minded Gaels would begrudge the green and red celebrating an All Ireland senior victory . Would be some home coming to witness. Best of luck to all Connacht teams this year.
Curlew66 (National) - 10/02/2026 11:41:52
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Longford GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Spinx: "I'm assuming the leagues will be starting around the end of March, if it's the same as last year.
Any word on the format?
Are Cashel going up or are they being allowed to stay down?
Killoe situation is a bit of a fiasco, with them being told to play 2 teams in Division 2.
It would be ok if they were two different squads, but their 3rd string has about 10 starters from their second string!!
It will be a bit of a joke if the CB let Cashel stay down but tell Killoe 3rd string they must go up.......and from what I'm hearing that seems to be the case." With the county board anything is possible, if you ask enough times they seem to just let you do as you want.
Garmin (National) - 10/02/2026 12:26:50
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Leitrim GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To alalalalalum: "Very impressive. A credit to them" And we know your praise is genuine and you mean it unlike some other on here thank you so much for this.
bláthach (National) - 10/02/2026 12:54:58
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