In the first part of our new series, Trailblazers, we hear about their humble beginnings, merging with the IRFU and the journey still ahead.
19-year-old Ballinasloe RFC product Beibhinn Parsons is a rising star of Irish rugby.
‘It was as if they were operating on a professional level even back then.’ Now, Collingwood duo Sarah Rowe and Aishling Sheridan are one step away from the biggest stage in their adopted sport.
A reliable kit man is an indispensable asset and many serve their counties for decades.
‘I happened to be the fella who was in the right place at the right time.’
The42 looks back on the inter-county career of Cork legend Gemma O’Connor.
Dennis Hogan faces a make-or-break fight with Aussie ‘second coming’ Tim Tszyu on Wednesday morning, live on eir Sport.
Kenny stuck with a system that didn’t work in what proved to be arguably the worst home defeat in Irish football history.
The hugely-popular Dubliner made a name for himself as a world-class goalkeeping coach.
Claire Molloy speaks to The42 about working as a doctor during the Covid-19 pandemic and the prospect of a women’s Lions team.
The lineout and scrum were superb during this championship but there’s lots of work to do elsewhere.
Ireland scored excellent tries through Keith Earls and Jack Conan, and nearly had a beautiful third.
Stephen Kenny jets out of Dublin this week for Ireland’s opening World Cup qualifier – but no matter what happens it is unlikely to be as dramatic as his first European trip as a manager.
The Dubliners made a huge impact on tactics and culture in the AFL and helped pave the way for generations of Irish hopefuls Down Under.
Ireland’s first tour to New Zealand ended with a colourful stop in Suva.
Conor O’Dwyer only won four races as a jockey at Cheltenham. Two Gold Cup and two Champion Hurdles made for an impressive strike rate though.
From running set pieces, to arguing for a new approach to throw-ins and negotiating a hostage situation – The42 profiles a remarkable coaching rise to the Premier League and now Stephen Kenny’s staff.
Forty years ago, during the golden age of football in Limerick, the reigning FA Cup holders came to town.
From phenomenal individual exploits to coming back better from a devastating knee injury, we chart Aimee Mackin’s rise to the top.
21-year-old Ryan Baird made his Ireland debut last weekend and looks set for further Six Nations involvement.
The trainer often gave others a second chance, something he now needs himself.
David Gillick shares his memories and stories of the late, great Jerry Kiernan.
The story of Ireland’s hat-trick of Italian humiliations in the mid-90s is one of farce and bad planning.
It’s 25 years since one of Ireland’s greatest embarked on his final season in the Premier League.
Dave Alred helped England to the World Cup in 2003 and remains obsessed with kicking.
Shane Byrne won 41 caps for Ireland, played four tests for the British and Irish Lions and is fondly remembered as one of the best hookers of his era. Yet his career is touched with sadness and regret.
We assess the current situation and try to answer the big question with Kathleen McNamee of ESPN, and formerly of TheJournal.
The 43-year-old Cork man has had an impact on the French club’s defence and attack.
Kevin O’Brien, Brian Murphy, Kieran Fitzgerald and Paul Murphy on their memories of the end-of-season accolades.
An insight into coming up against the legendary Cork coach on the one-month anniversary of his death.
We examine some key issues after the announcement that inter-county training won’t return until Easter at the earliest.
Ireland are coming up against arguably the world’s form player in Antoine Dupont on Sunday.
Tom McGurk, Brent Pope, and George Hook are synonymous with a time when Irish rugby took a leap forward.
Emeka Onwubiko on his past and future in football.
With Kinahan stating his intention to remain at the forefront of professional boxing, only external pressure on major broadcasters can realistically dilute his influence.
Skills acquisition specialist Dr Ed Coughlan is Shane Keegan’s latest guest on How To Win At Dominoes.
Noel Mannion is best remembered for his iconic try against Wales in 1989 – but his fondest memories come from crossing the border to play in Ulster.
Dublin footballer Shane Carthy has just released an inspiring book called ‘Dark Blue’.
The recent spate of retirements in Mayo has an end of an era feel to it.
The importance of the lineout and scrum is as clear as ever.