Sport
Anne O'Donoghue on 05 May 2021
Aiming to become the first Irish woman to row the Atlantic solo
Karen Weekes is aiming to become the first Irish woman and the 20th woman in the world to row the Atlantic solo. From mental to physical, preparations are very much underway, writes Anne O’Donoghue.
Denis Hurley on 05 May 2021
2021 sport looking all too similar to the “year like no other” 2020
They say hunger is the best sauce, and with GAA fans left ravenous following the gap after the 2020 season, Denis Hurley expects the league will leave many satiated
Contributor on 28 Apr 2021
Stonepark stuns at Limerick to land the spoils in ‘Kirby’
Joe Sheahan reports on the 2021 running of the Con and Annie Kirby Memorial Classic.
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.
Denis Hurley on 17 Mar 2021
Something to build on
A win over Scotland is good for morale heading into a clash with England, but two years out from the next World Cup the transition period will have to start developing into something more durable.
Denis Hurley on 10 Mar 2021
Going to great literary and film lengths to get a much needed GAA fix
Without live action for four months at this point, Denis Hurley has been looking at alternative sources for his GAA drama.
Contributor on 03 Mar 2021
Winners and answers to our 2020 sports quiz
Congratulations to our three winners who receive some Irish Farmers Journal merchandise for their endeavours.
Denis Hurley on 03 Mar 2021
GAA calendar change cements a new way of doing things
Having segregated championship seasons may not be a perfect way to go, but it is better than any alternative, writes Denis Hurley.
Leo Powell on 03 Mar 2021
The Front Row: let’s hear it from the girls
Leo Powell takes a look at a virtual event in the National Concert Hall to mark International Women's Day
Anne O'Donoghue on 03 Mar 2021
Podcast: ‘I was out beating the ball against the wall for hours on end’
From playing camogie with Kilkenny to working for Glanbia, being a Macra county chair and sitting on the ASA Council, Niamh Bambrick has many strings to her bow. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue
Denis Hurley on 24 Feb 2021
Stick or twist dilemma as Ireland aim to halt the slide
With two defeats from two to start the Six Nations, there have been many column inches devoted to when Andy Farrell should look to freshen his side. Denis Hurley surveys the options for Ireland’s coaching staff as they prepare to face Italy
Denis Hurley on 17 Feb 2021
‘Sterile dominance’ not giving the desired results
Denis Hurley ponders what next for Ireland after defeat to France ended hopes of claiming the Six Nations title.
Contributor on 17 Feb 2021
Man and Ball: Mashie O'Mahony and the lopsided pitch
Denny Fitz shares the story of a local club legend and why, to them, a pointed sideline cut will forevermore we known as 'a Mashie'
Denis Hurley on 17 Feb 2021
All eyes on Tokyo
Denis Hurley chats to Irish sprinter and Olympic hopeful Phil Healy about staying ready during a difficult period for athletes.
Contributor on 16 Feb 2021
Opinion: a gutsy rugby performance, but Ireland never looked like winning
Former president of IFA, Joe Healy analyses Ireland’s performance against France last Sunday.
Denis Hurley on 10 Feb 2021
Taking the positives from a tough day at the office
Denis Hurley reflects on a tough start to Ireland’s Six Nations campaign and the criticism leveled at a number of players