Rugby
Denis Hurley on 12 Jan 2022
A documentary for every GAA club
Croí an Chlub will be debuted on TG4 soon, and it is a show that will resonate with GAA club members across the country, writes Denis Hurley.
Denis Hurley on 05 Jan 2022
A ticking clock for van Graan
With the end of his contract in sight and despite all professionalism shown so far, it must be hard for Johann van Graan to give 100% mentally to the Munster team.
Denis Hurley on 08 Dec 2021
Farm from your average authors
Unlike many of the sport-related books that make it onto the shelves this close to Christmas, Ireland is awash with sports stars who have plenty stories to tell, writes Denis Hurley.
Contributor on 26 Nov 2021
Toy review: Siku Massey Ferguson and Kuhn hedge cutter put to test
One of our toy reviewers road tested the Siku Massey Ferguson 8280 Xxtra and Kuhn hedge cutter.
Denis Hurley on 17 Nov 2021
No room to take the foot off the gas
After a famous victory over the weekend, Denis Hurley looks at how Ireland can carry the momentum gained forward.
Denis Hurley on 03 Nov 2021
An autumn of intrigue ahead
Denis Hurley looks ahead to Ireland’s autumn internationals, which carry plenty of importance as we edge towards next season’s Six Nations and the 2023 World Cup
Denis Hurley on 06 Oct 2021
‘You can always get better’
Recently turned professional, John Murphy is a rising star on the golf course and one to watch, writes Denis Hurley following Murphy’s joint-ninth finish at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.
Denis Hurley on 29 Sep 2021
Kingdom look to proven stock to reclaim the crown
Denis Hurley looks at the wisdom of returning to the sites of past glory as Jack O’Connor sets out on the journey of delivering Sam Maguire. to the Kingdom again
Denis Hurley on 22 Sep 2021
Putting the miles up in anticipation of a slog
Denis Hurley has been working hard on his bike to prepare for a gruelling challenge.
Anne O'Donoghue on 26 Aug 2021
ICL Pod #32: Ireland rugby captain Ciara Griffin on how to tackle your feelings
Ireland rugby captain Ciara Griffin speaks to Anne O'Donoghue about a new campaign she is championing for school children, Tackle Your Feelings.
Denis Hurley on 21 Jul 2021
‘Hurling from the gods’ as Limerick flex their muscles
Limerick’s barnstorming second half of the Munster final showed exactly why they remain the team to beat, writes Denis Hurley.
Noel Bardon on 21 Jul 2021
We need to take farm safety seriously – Rory Best
Former international rugby star Rory Best talked to the Irish Farmers Journal on the importance of Farm Safety Week to his family farm.
Denis Hurley on 14 Jul 2021
Rebels look to brighter days ahead after ending all-Ireland famine
Denis Hurley was in attendance to watch his native county land its first hurling all-Ireland at any grade in over 15 years.
The Dealer on 07 Jul 2021
New entrant to the Irish pack
Skibbereen's Gavin Coombes gained his first Irish senior rugby cap at the weekend. Could the dairy farmer's son be heir to the NDC throne the Kearney brothers have held for so long?
Anne O'Donoghue on 23 Jun 2021
Living Life: it’s a matter of pride
Eimear and Ailish Considine have a bond only sisters can, fostered through sport. They speak to Anne O’Donoghue about the role sport can play in awareness around the LGBTI+ community
Denis Hurley on 28 Apr 2021
ROG looks to get one over old rivals
Denis Hurley charts the burgeoning coaching career of Ronan O’Gara as he prepares to lead his French charges into battle with Leinster at the weekend.
Denis Hurley on 21 Apr 2021
GAA a ‘stark relief’ to soccer’s greed
As debate around the GAA season structure continues, rumblings in the soccer world of a Super League illustrates that the soul of the GAA remains intact, writes Denis Hurley.
Denis Hurley on 14 Apr 2021
Training controversy not a good look for the GAA
County teams ignoring restrictions is certainly not great for optics of a return to play, writes Denis Hurley.
Denis Hurley on 31 Mar 2021
A bump in the road or an unsalvageable situation?
With the Six Nations concluded and no GAA on the horizon, there was little to distract from the doom and gloom around the Aviva last weekend. Denis Hurley assesses what’s ahead for Stephen Kenny.
Denis Hurley on 24 Mar 2021
Stander closes Irish chapter with the sweetest of wins
A win over the English was the perfect way to close an eventful spring and to bid farewell to the retiring CJ Stander, writes Denis Hurley.