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Roscommon GAA thread - 3 Like(s)
Best of luck to Cian Smith and our U20 team tonight. With the battling qualities you have showed so far anything is possible.
Rossieforever (National) - 13/05/2026 13:37:21
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Wexford Hurling Thread - 2 Like(s)
U20s ran out of gas in the end, suppose the fact that Galway only brought on Rabbitte and Killeen early on on in the second half would've stood to them in extra time, meant their best players were only getting going whereas ours were tiring
Game was probably gone from us when O'Brien got sent off but the two yellows were silly from him, wouldn't say anyone should read too much into the final score because we were out on our feet and had pretty much used our entire bench
Hard to know how much to read into the fact we were level at the end of normal time and what it means for us in terms of the quality of this team, neither Niland nor Murphy played for Galway and Rabbitte and Killeen only came on but at the same time, this is probably the best side they've had at this level for a good while
They were just able to get their scores that bit easier than we were and they were that little bit better at winning physical possession too
I think even U20 games are referred differently in Leinster compared to Munster, no real flow to the game, just too many frees
ElGranSenor (National) - 13/05/2026 21:33:15
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Leitrim GAA thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To ohwow: "I would argue we should be following a county like Louth more so, after all we beat them by 10 points in the championship just eight years ago and look at how they have come on at all age levels." The content from you boyos gets better and better. Strange ramblings. The great Leitrim team of eight years ago can't be underestimated. Lol. Love to all.
moros (National) - 13/05/2026 12:01:11
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Leitrim GAA thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To Taytofoley83: "Roscommon are a example to us, when we wonder why we haven't moved on one bit over the last 30 odd years I guess we should look at what has kept everything the same for that period, no vision, no guidance no anything. But yet we still have a good crop of players, but thats down to clubs coaching and Mr Poacher bringing them on to the standard expected. Its always gonna be tough for us until we get the groundwork in right at county board level. Big fee weeks in Intermediate League coming up Kiltubrit Abú" Our neighbours on every side of the county are an example to us. They could justifiably use similar excuses but you rarely hear these trotted out by them. They don't accept mediocrity and their results speak for themselves. We've become adept at being the plucky loser.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions. There have been loads of well intentioned people involved over the last 20 years. I've no doubt plenty of them recognised the changes that were needed but didn't have the requisite support to implement change. Not only have we failed to keep apace with everybody else, we've actually regressed.
The Sligo win and the Galway performance were great but they merely paper over the cracks. In fact, they confirmed what I've been saying constantly, we are producing good players. Imagine what they'd be like if they grew up playing to their optimum level and offering them the maximum chance of success.
Finally, well done to Roscommon at all levels. They ARE an example to us. And no, they're not our rivals anymore. That ship sailed a long time ago.
ThePowerhouse (National) - 13/05/2026 12:15:48
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Leitrim GAA thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To ThePowerhouse: "Our neighbours on every side of the county are an example to us. They could justifiably use similar excuses but you rarely hear these trotted out by them. They don't accept mediocrity and their results speak for themselves. We've become adept at being the plucky loser.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions. There have been loads of well intentioned people involved over the last 20 years. I've no doubt plenty of them recognised the changes that were needed but didn't have the requisite support to implement change. Not only have we failed to keep apace with everybody else, we've actually regressed.
The Sligo win and the Galway performance were great but they merely paper over the cracks. In fact, they confirmed what I've been saying constantly, we are producing good players. Imagine what they'd be like if they grew up playing to their optimum level and offering them the maximum chance of success.
Finally, well done to Roscommon at all levels. They ARE an example to us. And no, they're not our rivals anymore. That ship sailed a long time ago." Excellent read. Well said. Ros were down in Division 4 over a decade ago. Played Kilkenny in Kiltoom. The job needed serious fixing back then. It happened. But not overnight. It took time. Hard graft. Proper structures. Plenty of low points on the way. A good club championship has help. Enthusiastic volunteers. A new generation of player. Decent funding of our county teams. However we still don't have a centre of excellence. We probably are punching above our weight but it's well deserved. It's based on hard work. There is an innate love of all things county.
Leitrim can make this journey back. They've now got a good solid senior team. Underage needs some success but it can come. Be great to see a more competitive Connacht championship. Love to all.
moros (National) - 13/05/2026 13:09:48
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Galway Football thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To JimB1991: "When did these supposed top class forwards ever actually perform as a forward unit on the big day.
2022 - carried by Walsh in the final (8pts against Derry in the semi btw),
2023 - 12 pts v Mayo in knockout
2024 - very strong year but it was built on a strong centre field and Conroy's superb year, forwards never shot the lights out.
2025 - Aside from a late Comer cameo a very poor forward showing v Meath.
Galway have a lot of good qualities but the constant hype about the forward talent which is rarely backed up does them no favours. Individually some have had great days but as a collective they have never really done it." Great research Clare, while we have you here do the same on your own Mayo.
Drax_the_destroyer (National) - 13/05/2026 16:18:38
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Leitrim GAA thread - 2 Like(s)
I post about a Leitrim game a decade ago, poster from another county mocks that post. Then he posts about a game a decade ago about his own team in a similar vein and sees no irony in that. And only one post on his own forum after winning a cup and can't be got off the Leitrim thread. There are none so blind etc.
ohwow (National) - 13/05/2026 14:44:48
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Leitrim GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To ThePowerhouse: "Our neighbours on every side of the county are an example to us. They could justifiably use similar excuses but you rarely hear these trotted out by them. They don't accept mediocrity and their results speak for themselves. We've become adept at being the plucky loser.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions. There have been loads of well intentioned people involved over the last 20 years. I've no doubt plenty of them recognised the changes that were needed but didn't have the requisite support to implement change. Not only have we failed to keep apace with everybody else, we've actually regressed.
The Sligo win and the Galway performance were great but they merely paper over the cracks. In fact, they confirmed what I've been saying constantly, we are producing good players. Imagine what they'd be like if they grew up playing to their optimum level and offering them the maximum chance of success.
Finally, well done to Roscommon at all levels. They ARE an example to us. And no, they're not our rivals anymore. That ship sailed a long time ago." Agree 100% thank you so much. By the way are you involved yourself in implementing this change you champion here?? Thank you b
bláthach (National) - 13/05/2026 14:31:05
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Roscommon GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To letsgetgoing: "Just not right that this under 20 ALL IRELAND SEMI FINAL is being played at 7.30 tonight in Thurles from both a player and supporters perspective. With about 60 players involved and the majority of them being full time third level students, do the Gaa not take into consideration that it is exam time and many third level exams are on today or tomorrow Thursday.
This match should have been played last Saturday and if Kerry were not happy with that, then play it next Saturday in Tullamore or Portlaoise. As many of both teams are students in Dublin or based in Dublin, why not even play it before the Leinster final between Dublin and Westmeath on Sunday. It would attract a bigger crowd and get some fans into the stadium earlier." Same with other semi final, why could both not be played this Saturday as double header in Tullamore. There was no chance of a lot of people heading to Cavan tonight.
Saynothing (National) - 13/05/2026 21:50:59
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Westmeath Football thread - 1 Like(s)
There hasn't been a word about the Westmeath team all week. All the chat is about the Heslin return. Completely takes the pressure and spotlight off the team and panel. The McHughs are known in Donegal for being cute and this could be a masterstroke by Mark.
peiledoir20 (National) - 13/05/2026 21:11:43
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Wexford Hurling Thread - 1 Like(s)
A one-point lead at HT although Galway will likely bring in Rabbitte and they're going to have a strong wind advantage in the second half
Hit too many wides, O'Brien did some great work to get into good scoring positions but he ended up hitting some poor wides by his standards, Galway were more efficient although saying that, they did hit a couple of wides towards the end of the half
Conceded too many frees as well, no real flow to the game, the wind is making it hard to hurl but it's very stop-start
ElGranSenor (National) - 13/05/2026 20:06:39
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Wexford Hurling Thread - 1 Like(s)
Half time in the U20s, Wexford giving it a right good go. We left a fair few points behind us but in fairness Galway did too. Wind seems to be swirling but we definitely had the advantage that half. We gave away some stupid frees through awkward tackling but they are fighting like dogs and you love to see it.
YellowShadeOfPurple (National) - 13/05/2026 20:06:20
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Galway Hurling thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To BarneyGrant: "I can still hold to that until Saturday 7.30 !
I won't pretend we didn't win in that extraordinary event ..." We'll probably get a dose of it on Saturday and be hard pushed to win.
But then Dublin will go out the following weekend and fill the togs against Kilkenny sure as night follows day.
The mental block there must be off the scale
Stool Pigeon (National) - 13/05/2026 17:50:26
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Galway Hurling thread - 1 Like(s)
Best of luck to the mighty man from Cappy, Captain of a gallant Galway side D Campbell and his fellow u20 warriors in the Leinster Semi Final this evening!
katser (National) - 13/05/2026 16:31:29
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Westmeath Hurling thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Loughlenegale: "Not going over all this again with you. Like all good students this time of year just go back over the notes. Its all about 20pages back." Hurling for the County isn't compulsory and the demands on players are tough. There's no reservoir of unused talent out there. A pointless debate when we all know that the hurling management have to get on with the job with the group they have.
midfield9 (National) - 13/05/2026 16:25:57
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Hurling Championship 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Crashingwaves: "The GAA needs to be reminded that it has ventured far from its roots. Most Irish people don't even know what Gaelic means. People change and make rules to suit their narrow agenda. The county system is a British system. Colonialism is still alive." Again im a bit confused.
All rule changes must be brought to Congress where every county gets to vote on it. The county delegates are mandated to vote the way their county board directs them. The county board are directed to vote a certain way by the club delegates who, in turn, are also directed to vote a certain way by the clubs. Thats how it works and is supposed to work. I dont know how a narrow agenda can prevail in such a system.
In relation to the county system being a British system. Are you advocating that the country get rid of county boundaries? That doesnt make sense. Im a proud limerick man and im sure you are a proud Galway man although this comment makes me think...
Tadhg2020 (National) - 13/05/2026 16:03:24
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Leitrim GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To bláthach: "Agree 100% thank you so much. By the way are you involved yourself in implementing this change you champion here?? Thank you b" Well we can be damn sure that you're in no way involved. Even if you wanted to be.
ThePowerhouse (National) - 13/05/2026 15:25:19
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Galway Football thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Galwayman67420: "I know people are saying Barry mchugh was given his chance in 2019 but that was in the full forward line in the old rules, completely different game. He's perfectly suited to playing in goal in the new rules and then taking the frees and I believe his kickouts would be a huge improvement on what we have as well as being strong in the air. He's been brilliant for mb for years." Has he ever and I mean ever played in goals.
By the logic above, we should have had Gary Sice in goals for the last 5 years.
smallfrank (National) - 13/05/2026 09:00:57
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Westmeath Football thread - 1 Like(s)
The buzz around the county is something to behold , for the first time since 2004 we go in to a Leinster final with a chance and a glimmer of hope, no doubt Dublin are red hot favs but we know we are capable of causing an upset , let's all get out on Sunday, back each and everyone of those lads in maroon and white and will them over the line and in the history books, we've upset been written of almost every round thus far and we are still standing , from the first whistle lads. IARMHI ABU
TheGaaMan77 (National) - 13/05/2026 13:52:37
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Hurling Championship 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Tadhg2020: "I know it does but it wasn't organised and governed by rules on and off the pitch until the GAA was founded. They are the rules, terms and conditions under discussion." The GAA needs to be reminded that it has ventured far from its roots. Most Irish people don't even know what Gaelic means. People change and make rules to suit their narrow agenda. The county system is a British system. Colonialism is still alive.
Crashingwaves (National) - 13/05/2026 11:19:31
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