5 things we learned from Lindsay Peat’s Laochra Gael episode

Having played basketball, rugby, football and gaelic football, all at a high level, we knew Lindsay Peat’s Laochra Gael episode wouldn’t disappoint, and boy did it live up to the hype. The Dubliner, who was the latest to feature on the Tg4 documentary show came across as authentic, funny, and likeable as you’d imagine her to be, and her incredible …

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GAA director general brands GPA’s allyship during the United For Equality protests as “disappointing”

GAA director-general Tom Ryan has called the GPA’s stance on last summer’s United For Equality protests, which were in aid of securing charters for LGFA and camogie players, “disappointing” in his annual report. The document, which was released yesterday, details Ryan’s opinions on the prolonged United For Equality protests, in particular instance such as the donning of a #UnitedForEquality banner …

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The entire Kildare LGFA executive resigned last night, why?

The entire Kildare LGFA executive resigned last night, Wednesday, following an emergency general meeting of the board. Their notice of departure was accepted by the county board, who must now venture to fill the positions and create a new committee en masse. In a statement on their social media channels, Kildare LGFA said that they “regret and note their appreciation …

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How and when to watch Lindsay Peat’s Laochra Gael episode?

Lindsay Peat’s Laochra Gael episode is sure to be up there with one of the best. The Dublin woman is one of the most versatile sports stars Ireland has ever seen. She reached elite levels in four different sports representing her country in soccer, basketball and rugby all the while playing intercounty football with Dublin, and so you won’t want …

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“Today was a bit more than football,”- Kerry’s Darragh Long pays tribute to strength of goalkeeper during tragic time

Kerry 2-14 Cork 0-7 By DAN KEARNEY Kerry joint manager Darragh Long paid tribute to goalkeeper Mary Ellen Bolger for lining for Kerry against Cork yesterday following the death of her mother Annette at the weekend. And Long and joint manager Declan Quill also hailed the Kerry squad for the way they have rallied around Mary Ellen and helped her …

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Lidl NFL Wrap: Dublin claims first win of campaign after second half comeback

Report compiled by John Fallon There were victories for Armagh, Dublin and Meath in Division 1 of the Lidl National Football League on Sunday, as the top-flight campaign continued. Armagh and Meath both took the chance to leapfrog Kerry in the Division 1 standings, as the Kingdom prepare to host Cork in Monday’s live TG4 clash at Austin Stack Park, …

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LADIES FOOTBALL PREVIEWS: Divisions 1 and 2 take centre stage over Bank Holiday weekend

THE race for the coveted Final slots in Divisions 1 and 2 of the Lidl National League will intensify over the coming weekend as the top two Divisions take centre stage, while many counties have relegation worries on their minds. There’s a full round of fixtures scheduled for Divisions 1 and 2, with seven games down for decision on Sunday, …

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Jennifer Dunne explains why Dublin LGFA wanted to take a stand for Palestine

Dublin LGFA player Jennifer Dunne has explained that the team’s decision to hold up a banner calling for a ceasefire in Palestine was taken to “show support for those people” amid the ongoing conflict with Israel. The Girls in Blue made plenty of headlines with that statement, which took place prior to their opening National Football League game of 2024 …

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Lidl NFL Division 1 Wrap: Meath 2-5 Dublin 0-7

Report by John Fallon There were victories for Mayo, Armagh, Kerry and Meath in Division 1 of the Lidl National Football League as the top-flight campaign continued over the weekend. At Duggan Park in Ballinasloe on Saturday, two goals from Lisa Cafferky secured a first victory for Mayo in this year’s Lidl NFL as they held out for a 2-5 …

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Lisa Cafferky stars for Mayo in 2-5 to 0-10 defeat of Galway

Mayo 2-5 Galway 0-10 Report by Darren Kelly Two goals from Lisa Cafferky secured a first victory for Mayo in this year’s Lidl Ladies National Football League as they held out for a one-point victory over Connacht rivals Galway in Duggan Park, Ballinasloe. After leading by four points entering the final 10 minutes, Liam McHale’s charges had to resist a …

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