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# Support

'You never want to see that' - Ireland rally around Dane after brain haemorrhage

The Ireland scrum-half revealed news of her health scare in February.

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5 hours ago

Yesterday

23rd March 2023

# Round 1

'A talented player with a big ceiling' - Excitement for Ireland's teen debutant

The Ireland women’s team commence their Six Nations championship with a trip away to Wales on Saturday.

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19 hours ago

# Looking Back

'You're thinking, 'This is where Michael Collins was interned. I felt I could hear the echoes'

A new sports documentary on TG4 will take a look at different sports stadiums around the world.

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Thu 7:00 AM

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This week

19th March 2023 - 24th March 2023

# Not good enough

'Not good enough' - Cavan Ladies hit out at county board over player treatment

The issues relate to expenses, gear and player welfare.

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Tue 4:56 PM

# The Possibilities

The future of rugby bursting with potential after Ireland U20's back-to-back Grand Slam glory

Richie Murphy’s side is packed with talent that could make the breakthrough with the Ireland senior team.

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Tue 11:00 AM

# pushing on

'We want to be World Cup champions' - The Tipp GAA player dreaming big in rugby

Brian Gleeson is already looking to the next target after his man-of-the-match display for the Ireland U20s.

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Tue 7:00 AM

# Permutations

Explainer - Here's what's at stake for final round of GAA football leagues

There is still plenty at stake across all four divisions.

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Mon 12:49 PM

# Green shoots

'Lads were singing in the room' - Ireland U20s drew inspiration from senior Grand Slam success

This was an incredible weekend for Irish rugby.

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Sun 8:30 PM

# Champions Again

Six-try Ireland U20s make history with back-to-back Grand Slam titles

Richie Murphy’s held off the challenge from England to retain their crown.

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Sun 7:04 PM

Last week

12th March 2023 - 18th March 2023

# Family ties

'We probably drove my sister insane. We were always fighting, playing rugby'

Jonathan and Mark Sexton will be involved in Grand Slam tilts this weekend. Their brother Jerry travelled the world as a rugby player.

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Mar 18th 2023, 7:00 AM

# The Possibilities

Explainer: Here is what's at stake for teams in final round of hurling leagues

There is still plenty to play for across all of the divisions heading into the final round.

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Mar 16th 2023, 5:00 PM

# RIP

'A leader and a gentleman' - GAA community honours the life of Liam Kearns

The Kerry native and accomplished Gaelic football manager died suddenly over the weekend.

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Mar 13th 2023, 10:25 AM

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Tyrone come good and Mayo's big step: Allianz Football League talking points

We review the main talking points from round five of the Allianz Football League, including Mayo’s big step towards the Division 1 final and Tyrone finding form to defeat Kerry.

# Probe

Garda inquiry launched following alleged assault at abandoned minor hurling match

The alleged incident occurred at a game in Dublin.

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Mar 6th 2023, 1:14 PM

# Century

Reaching 100 inter-county games, captain for Connacht title and family rivalry

Ciarán Murtagh reached a significant milestone with Roscommon last weekend.

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Mar 5th 2023, 7:45 AM

# the road not taken

'You come across very few fellas like Paul in your life' - Kildare GAA roots to the Oscars

The former Kildare underage star has been nominated for an Oscar later this month.

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Mar 4th 2023, 8:00 AM

# in the spotlight

Aidan O'Shea continues to defy criticism and lead Mayo's charge in rebirth under McStay

The Breaffy star is in resurgent form under Kevin McStay.

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Mar 1st 2023, 6:30 AM

Last month

February 2023

# memory lane

'Croke Park was rare for Clare footballers' - A famous All-Ireland semi-final against Dublin

Tonight’s Division 2 clash of Clare and Dublin brings up memories of the 1992 All-Ireland semi-final between the counties.

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Feb 25th 2023, 7:15 AM

# reformation

'Kerry is very like home in Crimea' - From Ukraine to restarting Valentia's GAA club

Shevket Dzaparow from the Ukraine is helping the Valentia Young Islanders get their club up and running again.

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Updated

Feb 22nd 2023, 7:52 PM

# Off the Mark

Second-half surges key as counties earn first league wins to ease relegation fears

Round 3 of the Allianz Football leagues concluded at the weekend.

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Feb 20th 2023, 5:24 PM

# Rebel Rouser

'He can command respect without demanding it' - Billy Morgan still soaring at 78

On the back of UCC’s Sigerson Cup success this week, The42 takes a closer look at Billy Morgan’s exceptional career in management.

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Feb 18th 2023, 7:30 AM

# new dawn

'During my time in UL, being a Clare footballer was almost a negative'

Clare will be well represented in the 2023 Sigerson Cup final.

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Feb 14th 2023, 5:04 PM

# Still On Track

The out-half with shades of Johnny Sexton and prepping for 'tougher and bigger' Italians

The Ireland U20s are two wins from two in their Six Nations title defence.

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Feb 13th 2023, 6:46 PM

# Thriller

Heroic Prendergast kicks Ireland to epic win over France as U20 Six Nations defence rolls on

The sides squared off at Musgrave Park this evening.

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Feb 10th 2023, 10:01 PM

# Up And Comer

The talented brother of an Ireland international who is admired by Sonny Bill Williams

Sam Prendergast is leading the line for the Ireland U20 Six Nations title defence.

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Feb 9th 2023, 8:30 PM

# The Infirmary

Setback - The stars hit with injury in early stages of the GAA leagues

Galway, Cork and Tipperary are among the sides who have been rocked by significant injuries.

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Feb 9th 2023, 6:30 AM

# Preview

'There's not a hotel room available' - Wexford ready for Galway with silverware on the line

The two sides will meet in round one of the Allianz hurling league that will double up as the Walsh Cup final.

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Feb 4th 2023, 8:15 AM

# much to ponder

New order in Kilkenny, Tipp aim to recover and Waterford begin title defence

What could be coming up in Division 1B of the Allianz hurling league this year?

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Feb 1st 2023, 5:30 PM

January

January 2023

# Status Report

How the four new Division 1 managers fared in their league bows

For some mentors, they had their first day at big school this weekend.

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Jan 31st 2023, 1:06 PM

# Eye Catchers

Five emerging talents that sparkled on Allianz football league opening weekend

There were plenty of impressive performances to pour over at the weekend.

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Jan 30th 2023, 3:27 PM

# Rebel Pair

Athletics rivals, a 20-year friendship and 12 All-Ireland medals with Cork

Orlagh Farmer and Orla Finn both retired from the Cork Ladies recently.

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Jan 28th 2023, 8:17 AM

# Answers To Follow

Kerry injuries, Galway reaction and Mayo-Donegal icons depart

What can we expect from the top division this year?

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Jan 28th 2023, 6:30 AM

# response

'Croke Park looks tired but we now know what it can and can't take' - GAA reacts to criticism

It’s hoped that the condition of the surface will return to normal when the schedule of events eases and the weather improves.

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Jan 23rd 2023, 1:16 PM

# Target

After four All-Ireland losses, the Antrim club aiming to take down Kilkenny giants

Dunloy will be hoping to make history against Ballyhale Shamrocks

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Jan 19th 2023, 6:30 PM

# Gearing Up

Ireland set for first-ever meeting with China as World Cup preparations continue

The game will take place in Marbella next month.

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Jan 19th 2023, 10:31 AM

# Looking Back

'Everybody wished me well' - A transfer to Kilmacud Crokes that ended in All-Ireland glory

Former Longford footballer Brian Kavanagh played in the 2009 final against Crossmaglen.

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Jan 18th 2023, 6:30 AM

# The Climb

'We have no shop and no pub' - The clubs from Mayo and Sligo chasing All-Ireland hurling glory

Tooreen and Easkey will be marching on Croke Park this weekend.

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Jan 12th 2023, 8:00 PM