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Mayo GAA Thread - 5 Like(s)
Replying To martinjoe: "We could not have got a better Draw really, in terms of team ranking. It will be a hard place to go, but Monaghan are likely to be coming into it on the back of a heavy defeat to Armagh. We might get a second crack at the Rossies then....." Yes keep these posts coming lads!!!
veterngaa (National) - 04/05/2026 14:18:37
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Westmeath Football thread - 3 Like(s)
Well done to each and every player and backroom staff. To back up the Meath performance with such another tenacious and hardened display was phenomenal. Danny Scahill and Charlie Drumm were brilliant again. The amount of in the face tackling and on the edge defending hasn't been seen like that for years in Westmeath. McHugh has finally brought his brand of football to life with thus team. Great credit to Sam McCartan Brandon Kelly Ray Connellan and Brian Cooney for all stepping up in the absence of Luke Loughlin. Great leadership. Every man played for the man beside him. Pride has been well and truly restored in the county. 3 more games guaranteed and some more hair raising heart stopping moments to come. Looking forward to the coming weeks with underage improving and seniors on the crest of a wave. Hopefully Whittaker and Sam McCartan can get themselves right for the tests ahead.
Chops (National) - 04/05/2026 17:44:43
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Westmeath Football thread - 3 Like(s)
just a reflection on yesterday in o connor park . first and foremost its a fantastic venue . the fact its only 25 minutes from my home makes it even better , great westmeath support which was great to see. a heroic performance from every player
who took part in the game . jason daly proved his worth in goals . danny scahill and charlie drumm ver efficent and charlies point was a bonus . listed at number 4 tadgh baker was very busy during the whole game . our captain had his usual steady game while shane allens point was crucial . the heroic mattie whittker was clearly struggling but to return back onto the field shows the sheer commitment of the tubberclair youngster. ray connellan had a towering day while breen cooneys goal was a thing of beauty brandon kelly was a deserved recipient of man of the m atch while all the other players made meaningful contributions . in my humble opinion sam mcartin is the hearbeat of the team . these lads deserve a day out in croke park in 2 weeks . good luck to them and their management
mickcunningham (National) - 04/05/2026 21:12:51
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Westmeath Football thread - 2 Like(s)
No one ever died of exhaustion'. Love this quote from Mark McHugh after the game yesterday. It perfectly sums up the mindset, belief and culture instilled by him. He has those boys playing the football of their lives, with an insatiable appetite to work for each other. There are fellas who have very little Championship cut in them but they are playing as if they have been around the block. It is a phenomenal achievement to get to a Leinster final considering the position we were in after a huge turnover of players. McHugh should be given a new contract already, timing is everything for the County Board. Momentum like this doesn't last long, so they need to act now and actually turn the feel good factor into real money and long term impact.
iarmhiabu (National) - 04/05/2026 18:37:30
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Westmeath Football thread - 2 Like(s)
Looking forward to welcoming home Dermot, this week just gets better and better. We have missed you man.
Fighting-Cocks69 (National) - 04/05/2026 13:42:39
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Mayo GAA Thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To martinjoe: "We could not have got a better Draw really, in terms of team ranking. It will be a hard place to go, but Monaghan are likely to be coming into it on the back of a heavy defeat to Armagh. We might get a second crack at the Rossies then....." Ye are coming into it off a heavy defeat to Roscommon.
I'm all for optimism and banter but Mayo have been terrible this year.
eddieSize5Balls (National) - 04/05/2026 19:13:40
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Football Championship 2026 - 2 Like(s)
The 4 provincial finals are yet to be played. It appears there is no advantage winning this in relation to this AI series.
If so it looks like GAA HQ are slowly trying to kill the provincial championship.
I find this absolutely ludicrous and I am not advocating the provincial championship.
Captainfantastic (National) - 04/05/2026 19:17:13
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Galway Football thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To eoinog: "Does he contribute enough from open play to warrant his inclusion on the starting 15. If not you can't afford to have him for just long range frees. A goalie is completely different." He's a very heavy scorer from play too. He's an excellent goal scorer and better natural finisher than a lot of intercounty forwards. The big mark against him was not being quick enough or being able to do the running required to track back in the modern game.
With the new rules this shouldn't be as much of an issue.
Barry has put up some big tallies from play and frees for years. I genuinely think he should be given a shot, and I've been of that opinion for a long time.
Having a player who can hit two point frees at will is huge, but it also makes the opposition think twice about fouling anywhere between the arc and 50m out, which helps the rest of the team when attacking.
WanPintWin (National) - 04/05/2026 13:54:29
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Westmeath Hurling thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To Dheen: "Its no wonder Leinster hurling is falling so far behind Munster when you think about it, ridiculous systems like this in place." Leinster don't really care about Hurling. It is full of Football first counties with the exception of 3. Our county board don't care about hurling either. Just ask any player at any level. Its very disappointing for all involved and totally unacceptable and flawed setup. Ask yourself the simple question would this cross play competition be allowed pass for Gaelic football?
On a positive note each and every player on this panel needs to be congratulated for there effort and application. We have never had a team before with so many good performances and wins with so little reward.
Loughlenegale (National) - 05/05/2026 10:01:23
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Football Championship 2026 - 2 Like(s)
So the provincial finals are now dead rubbers, are we really accepting this nonsense?
Counties should agree to field developmental teams for them. It's the end of the local rivalry.
suckvalleypaddy (National) - 04/05/2026 20:24:03
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Football Championship 2026 - 2 Like(s)
Replying To shaggykev: "I disagree.
There's deffo less pressure on winning your province but that's actually freed up some teams, giving us better games and more variety.
The finals will be there to be won and now there's no issue with paths etc. people know weeks in advance for instance Donegal will be coming to Killarney on 24th so can plan for tickets and travel much much earlier.
Are Kerry going to be less inclined to try v Cork with Donegal in mind? If so, great chance for Cork to get a Munster title for first time in donkeys." Kerry/Donegal was likely to be one of decisive games of year.
Ulster be damned! Donegal are in great place if you think about it ...
BarneyGrant (National) - 04/05/2026 21:07:38
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Football Championship 2026 - 2 Like(s)
Replying To suckvalleypaddy: "So the provincial finals are now dead rubbers, are we really accepting this nonsense?
Counties should agree to field developmental teams for them. It's the end of the local rivalry." Its a shame, because Football Provincials are really healthy in comparison to Hurling, where you just have Munster Championship and then a weird Leinster with Galway and Antrim thrown into it. But the men at the top seem to want to get rid of the Provincials, which would kill the whole thing.
GaryMc82 (National) - 04/05/2026 22:30:41
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Football Championship 2026 - 1 Like(s)
At the very least they should have waited until the provincial finals were over before doing the draw. Now most team's eye is off them, to varying extents. Most except maybe Roscommon and Westmeath have one eye now on the first round of AI.
Onion Breath (National) - 04/05/2026 22:10:08
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Football Championship 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Replying To suckvalleypaddy: "So the provincial finals are now dead rubbers, are we really accepting this nonsense?
Counties should agree to field developmental teams for them. It's the end of the local rivalry." Seconded. Farcical when you see what it means in reality.
Never happy to leave well enough alone. Dublin playing Louth again illustrates the utter absurdity of this.
BarneyGrant (National) - 04/05/2026 21:05:14
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Football Championship 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Replying To suckvalleypaddy: "So the provincial finals are now dead rubbers, are we really accepting this nonsense?
Counties should agree to field developmental teams for them. It's the end of the local rivalry." You're dead right, long gone are the days of worrying about heading to Clones for Ulster final day, if it happens so be it but no big deal.
Saynothing (National) - 04/05/2026 21:20:05
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Longford GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
This would be my current list for senior and intermediate for who the favourites are
1. Killoe
2. Colmcille
3. Clonguish
4. Abbeylara
5. Rathcline
6. Dromard
7. Carrickedmond
8. Granard
9. Mullinghta
10. Slashers
11. Ardagh
Intermediate
1. Mostrim
2. St bridgids kilashee
3. Fr manning Gaels
4. Cashel
5. Sean Connollys
6. Ballymahon
7. Grattans
8. Killoe
Longfordlad1985 (National) - 04/05/2026 21:30:56
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Louth GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To francie81: "Absolute in agreement nothing went right when everybody had it this was the time to prove a point in taking out a top team in the country, but full credit to the Dubs in responding to the Wicklow scare and Costello was unreal indeed a player who doesn't get the recognition he deserves imo, wee are not there yet but I believe wee will be giving with the strong progress at underage. It also just goes to show the importance of our strong league finish in terms of competing in the AI series." perfect chance now to make up for the last day
tirawleybaron (National) - 05/05/2026 11:27:55
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Mayo GAA Thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To S1234: "Good luck for kerry cause ye will need it ." As will ye against Monaghan.
eddieSize5Balls (National) - 05/05/2026 06:50:08
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Monaghan GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Ticket allocation will be fun now. I believe it is being done through the clubs? This causes for upset for great supporters who are not members of a club.
There will be people at the Ulster final who have not stood at Monaghan game in years no doubt. Always the way.
Going by the attendance of the Semi final (Armagh v Down) Armagh could near fill Clones themselves.
countymonaghan (National) - 05/05/2026 08:27:42
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Galway Football thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To WonTon5: "I do think the player pathway has a lot of influence on this...look at Galway and Mayo at an academy level, Galway U16s 2026 are a good example of how a large player pool can become a hindrance. They still have 70/80 lads training and trialling, which makes it very difficult to build unity and cohesion, especially when the group will eventually be split into two panels. Nobody no where they stand.
Speaking to a Roscommon academy coach recently, by contrast they one panel that has been together since early this year. Im hearing only 60/70 lads trialled as apposed to the 140 in the first few Galway sessions. They know each other, play against each other regularly at club level, and are not divided by North/West regional structures. You would imagine Roscommon coaches spend more time on smaller groups of players, building them up, that Roscommon U16 group will likely transition almost directly into U17s in September/October, maybe with a few additions. Sligo and Leitrim will be similar.
At development level, selecting from a smaller group is usually more effective than filtering through a huge pool. Galways selection process is too prolonged. Lads dont know where they stand, less certainty, lower confidence. Fewer players = clearer messaging, more reps per player, stronger learning.
There's no doubt that Roscommon's underage setup looks very strong right now. Their biggest advantage isn't just coaching in isolation, it's the clarity, continuity, and cohesion in how everything is run. A settled panel, a clear pathway, and players who know each other well creates an environment where coaching can actually land and stick.
Galway, on the other hand, have the numbers and depth most counties would love, but that brings its own challenges. If the group stays too big for too long, it can dilute identity and slow development, even if the raw talent is there. I'm not saying "less is better" it's that timing and structure matter most. Cast the net wide early, then narrow with purpose and commit to a group. Right now, Roscommon seem to be getting that balance right, and it's giving them an edge in terms of team development." You got this muck from Chatgpt didn't you.....
systematic (National) - 05/05/2026 09:45:11
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