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I thought that was Hernons best performance in a Galway jersey. I also thought Maher and Darcy were superb, crazy to think that both weren't on the panel in 22. I would say Walsh and Comer even coming on as a sub would be a bonus. They've effectively missed the league so must be miles off fitness and sharpness wise. I'm optimistic going into the championship and looking forward to Connacht

smallfrank (Galway) - Posts: 584 - 23/03/2026 09:50:35    2662433

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Replying To jam83:  "It's even harder to understand the Galway slow attacking play when you hear Padraic Joyces interviews after most matches in this league. He pointed out the slow play, the fact they got tied up on the D, and he generally complains about the same issues each week especially slow starts. But yet those issues keep happening in every match. You'd have to seriously question the coaching the team are getting.
The players are so reluctant to shoot. Most of the highlights I've seen of other matches show players taking 2 point scoring chances, not doubting themselves every time like Galway. There aren't many managers out there who seem so at odds with how their team is performing."
Obviously management have to shoulder some responsibility there, but it feels like a players first and foremost, them lacking the confidence or ability to be direct, break a line or take a shot when available.

The main culprit yesterday was McHugh, who had numerous opportunities to break past the line and kick a score but turned it down to recycle. It was also evident with Silke, Molloy, Mulkerrin, McGrath, Kelly when he was on. It's all just leading to this monotonous over and back play because we just don't have the players willing or possibly even capable to penetrating and being direct

Obviously that situation becomes much better once McDaid and Thompson return, as they always handle a lot of ball around the edge. Walsh would make a huge difference there also but who knows the situation there.

In the meantime until they return, Conroy probably has to play the majority of minutes. Teams don't respect the kickpass or two point option with the majority of Galways players but they respect both with him. I think Hernon might also be needed further forward. He makes plenty of mistakes being direct but at least he's not afraid to make them

PressureKick (UK) - Posts: 355 - 23/03/2026 11:44:40    2662477

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Replying To giveitlong:  "Very interesting now in Connacht, While a largely changed Galway have gone toe to toe with Kerry, Armagh and Donegal remarkably our defeats have come against both of our neighbours. Big gamble has paid off in giving extended playing time to new lads against the top teams. Also looking further ahead, as we had 4 away games in the League this year we should have 3 next year. 2 of our home games were v Mayo and Roscommon so am I right in thinking that apart from them, we will only have one away game outside the province next year? is there an overseas training camp planned this side of Championship?"
Yes and that away game outside privince will be Cork or Meath.

anotheralias (Galway) - Posts: 1055 - 23/03/2026 12:16:49    2662483

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Strange one with McGrath but he seems reluctant to pull the trigger unless the perfect space opens up and we know he has 2 points in his armory. Roche was not offering much in terms of movement inside to offer a quick return to anyone breaking through. Where has Fionn McDonagh gone, injured? No.14 is another problem area

WonTon5 (Galway) - Posts: 148 - 23/03/2026 12:29:41    2662493

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