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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Former Munster Rugby star plays huge role in Tipperary's All-Ireland final success against Cork
CATHAL Sheridan acted as the Tipperary performance coach in the lead up to the All-Ireland hurling final. The former Munster scrum-half was hailed for his role in 2 Sheridan lifting the Liam MacCarthy Cup after Tipp's mentality inspired comeback 2 The 36-year-old made an impact on the Tipp players that pushed them to All-Ireland glory Many had ruled out the Premier county's chances before the sliotar was even thrown in. So when they found themselves six points down at half-time after an injury time Cork goal, it looked an uphill battle for Liam Cahill's side. The Tipp team showed their strong mental attitudes as they came out in the second half and outscored Cork 3-14 to 0-2 in the second half and won the All-Ireland for the first time in nine years. Liam Cahill Read more on GAA All-Ireland final standout performer Darragh McCarthy was also complimentary of the performance coache's role in the All-Ireland success when The corner-forward who scored 1-13 in the Liam MacCarthy decider said: "It's all a mind game, really. If you let it get to you, you're going to be curled up in a ball at home in bed. "Cathal Sheridan, our man, played a big part in that. I went in for a few chats to try sort the head out. You have to steel the mind and just forget about it. Sheridan was forced into retirement from rugby due to injury aged just 28 after amassing 35 appearances for Munster between 2013 and 2017. Most read in GAA Hurling During his time at The Sligo man took up the role as Sports Psychologist with his former club UL Bohemians before landing a Mental Skills coaching role with Munster Rugby. Henry Shefflin picks RTE Sunday Game Hurler of the Year but wants no blame for selection for best 15 picks A five month internship as a Performance Psychology Trained with the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York followed for the now All-Ireland winner. In 2022 Sheridan became the Senior Sport Psychologist at Munster Rugby and has since overseen a URC win in 2023 against all odds as The 2015 Pro 12 runner-up still remains in the role three years later and has been working with Tipp during the rugby off-season . Sheridan has also been a huge advocate for mental health well being and has been an ambassador for IRUPA's (Rugby Players Ireland) Tackle Your Feelings campaign since 2016.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
When is the GAA football final? Kerry vs Donegal start time, FREE live stream, TV channel for huge All-Ireland final
ALL eyes will be on Croke Park once again NEXT WEEKEND as Kerry face Donegal in a mouthwatering GAA All-Ireland football final. Kerry are the most successful Gaelic football team in the 2 Kerry are hoping to secure a mammoth 39th title Credit: Sportsfile 2 While Donegal look to clinch their first football triumph since 2012 Credit: Sportsfile And the Irish giants are appearing in their third final in four years after beating Tyrone 1-20 to 0-17 in a thrilling semi-final clash. But you could argue that opponents Donegal will be hungrier to win the championship, as their only two title wins were way back in 1992 and 2012. Furthermore, Jim McGuinness' side should have the wind in their sails following a stunning 3-26 to 0-15 semis triumph over Meath. However, Joe Brolly believes Donegal Read more on GAA football When is the GAA All-Ireland football final? The GAA All-Ireland football final between Kerry and Donegal will take place on Saturday, July 27. It is scheduled to get underway at 3:30pm BST / 10:30am ET. Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland is the chosen venue for this iconic match and it can host a whopping 82,300 fans. Armagh won their second title, with a 1–11 to 0–13 win against Galway in the 2024 final. How to watch the GAA All-Ireland football final for FREE The GAA All-Ireland football final will be broadcast LIVE on BBC Two Northern Ireland. Fans can stream the entire action for FREE on BBC iPlayer. Coverage is expected to get underway from 2:15pm BST - one hour and 15 minutes before the throw-in. Fans in the US can watch the match through the GAA+ stream or website. Alternatively, SunSport will have coverage of the entire action through our live blog. Who will be the referee? The GAA has announced that Brendan Cawley will officiate this year's All-Ireland football final between Kerry and Donegal. It'll be the Kildare native's first time refereeing Gaelic football's showpiece occasion. Most read in GAA Football The Sarsfields clubman has been on the inter-county officiating circuit since 2019 and is a widely respected figure across the game. His line umpires on the day will be Monaghan's Martin McNally and David Coldrick of Meath, with McNally also set to serve as the standby referee. What kits will be worn? Kerry are set to wear their alternative blue kit in order to avoid a colour clash in this year's All-Ireland football final. Common sense seemed to be ignored for Donegal's semi-final triumph over Meath when both teams lined out in their traditional colours. It is the referee's call whether a colour clash is significant enough that one or both of the teams is compelled to wear one of their alternative strips. Ultimately, Paul Faloon did not deem that a necessary step to take. And in fairness many viewers expressed that they had little to no issue distinguishing Donegal players from Kerry counterparts. But it was a problem for some portions of the TV as well as Croke Park audience.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- The Irish Sun
All-Ireland final traffic alert with ‘expect delays' warning for 2 specific routes for thousands in ‘plan journey' plea
ROAD users have been warned to "expect heavier traffic" on routes into Dublin ahead of the All-Ireland Hurling Final. The final between Cork and Tipperary, which is set to take place this Sunday, will see thousands of fans travel to the capital for a chance to see which team will win it all. Advertisement 3 Congestion is expected on the M7, particularly at the red cow interchange Credit: Alamy But expecting heavy The alert says that those "heading to Croke Park this Sunday for the All-Ireland Hurling Final" should expect "heavier traffic on all major routes into Dublin". In particular, the M7 and the Red Cow interchange are expected to see large volumes of traffic coming up from the countryside. TII is asking Advertisement READ MORE ON HURLING They added: "We're expecting a large volume of match traffic travelling from Cork GAA and Tipperary GAA to Croke Park for the GAA All-Ireland. "Please plan your journey, allow plenty of time to get to your destination, expect delays." Some fans have started giving their own advice on how to get to the match. Advertisement Most read in Motors On Facebook, one commenter said: "Go Enniscorthy lads.. up the N11.. bit longer driving but you'll get there faster." Another said: "Make sure you have the change ready for the tolls at Rathcormac & Portlaoise. Cars are €2.30 per toll. So €9.20 in change to avoid delays." 3 TII has released tips to help fans plan their trip to the game Credit: X These warnings come following other incidents in Irish transport. Advertisement Earlier today, road users were warned "delays will occur" after a collision was reported on the M1/N1 just before 8.30am. Similarly, trains in TICKET CHANGE CALL Meanwhile, GAA fans have called for a change to how All-Ireland final tickets are distributed after one supporter from outside the counties involved won TEN. Advertisement Following the hurling final, Donegal face Kerry next weekend in the football decider. Unsurprisingly, tickets have been at a premium for both games, with fans from the associated counties getting their hands on some through the respective county boards. A select allocation is also distributed by the GAA to other counties around Ireland, with those tickets then passed onto supporters through clubs of which they are members. Advertisement Many counties and clubs have held draws among their members with tickets being the prize. However, one such county caught attention on social media for awarding TEN to a single member for the hurling final. Journalist Adam Moynihan said: "So many people from Cork, Tipp, Kerry and Donegal will miss out on All-Ireland final tickets. "Meanwhile clubs/boards all over the country are flogging them in raffles (someone has just won TEN tickets in one draw). Advertisement 'IT DOESN'T SEEM RIGHT' "I know fundraisers are important but it doesn't seem right." The Irish Sun's Paul Dollery posted: "For the thousands of people across Tipp and Cork who are going to the ends of the earth just to get one, it must be infuriating to see another county giving away ten to one person as a prize." Someone else said: "10 tickets? Holy s***! "I'm all for GAA units getting tickets or raffling and fundraising using All Ireland Final tickets, but 10 tickets to one person is absolutely insane! Advertisement "GAA units are GAA stakeholders, they deserve their allocation of tickets, but this needs regulated!" Another said: "Meanwhile people in #Cork & #Tipperary who've been going to matches for decades can't get 1 ticket ffs. "#AllIrelandHurlingFinal #allirelandhurlingfinaltickets what a joke of a system the Gaa have for these ticket allocations.... " 3 Those heading to the match this Sunday are urged to plan their journey and to expect delays Credit: An Garda Siochana Advertisement
The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Absolutely class', cry fans as RTE star does ‘hilarious' impression of viral TikTok clip to poke fun at radio show pal
POPULAR RTE host Doireann Garrihy has sent fans into fits of laughter with an incredible impression of a viral TikTok clip. The 2FM star , who is renowned for her spot on impersonations of stars, such as 2 Doireann Garrihy did a brilliant impression live on air 2 Doireann's fans were all in fits of laughter over the clip. Over the past few weeks, a soundbite from an advert for Jet2Holidays has become a TikTok users have been posting clips of themselves having a disaster while on holiday with "nothing beats a Jet2Holiday" playing over the video . Live on her 2FM Drive Time show, the 33-year-old did the perfect impression of the soundbite. READ MORE IN RTE But Doireann put her own spin on it to poke fun at presenter Hugh Carr, and swapped out the "nothing beats a Jet2Holiday" phrase in place of a GAA All-Ireland final theme. In her best British accent, the star exclaimed: "Nothing beats an All-Ireland final, especially with "Because right now one Donegal man will do absolutely anything for it. Need a lawn mowed? A baby's nappy changed? Well, Hugh Carr will do it all. "This desperate Donegaler will risk his sanity, integrity and dignity for a golden ticket." Most read in News TV The crew inside the 2FM burst into fits of laughter at how accurate the star 's impression was. Doireann's co-host Hugh Carr exclaimed, "Oh my God.", whilst putting his hand over his mouth. Doireann Garrihy has amazing travel upgrade The official 2FM Ireland Finals." Fans were all left in stitches at the clip as they flocked to the comments. 'IN BITS' Clodagh wrote: "Absolutely class!" Mary said: "Hahahah hilarious." Colin added: "This is priceless." While Kaden remarked: "Brilliant Doireann." And Aisling commented: "I'm in bits."
Irish Times
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Times
Niall Scully says Dublin ready to regroup and go again
Niall Scully would've been more than happy to park Dublin 's Leinster semi-final loss to Meath . Write it off and drive on to the next challenge. But he couldn't. He woke up on Monday morning carrying the weight of that disappointment and opened the laptop to revisit it all over again. There was no pen and paper on hand for the first viewing as the five-time All-Ireland winner scrutinised his own performance. On the second watch, he looked to delve a little deeper. The Dubs gathered together for the first time since Portlaoise on Tuesday evening. It won't be until the weekend that the collective review of their first provincial loss since 2010 is complete and all the lessons are fully absorbed. READ MORE 'You can't just go on blindly and hope that you figure it out. I've watched the game a couple of times. We'll bring all our heads together later on,' said Scully. 'Once the weekend comes, if we have answers, we can move on and look forward to the next step.' What the result hasn't done is shake his belief in their group. When asked if he is still convinced Dublin can win the All-Ireland, Scully's response is instant: 'Absolutely.' The rationale reflects back to how they handled relegation from Division One heading into the 2023 campaign. 'We have dealt with blows previously. We've been relegated to Division Two and won an All-Ireland from Division Two. 'We'll treat this no differently than we would have treated that. We need to regroup and figure out what happened on the weekend and adjust to that accordingly. 'We are good enough to be in the mix. If you get it right, we have a three- or four-week period to do that. Hopefully, come the business end of the season, we will be there or thereabouts.' Speaking less than an hour before the All-Ireland group stage draw took place, Scully was aware of the potential 'group of death' scenarios. That came to pass with their schedule bringing them away to the Connacht champions (Galway or Mayo) before hosting the Ulster runners-up (Armagh or Donegal) and finishing with a clash against Derry at a neutral venue. [ Dublin drawn in proverbial 'Group of Death' in All-Ireland qualifier round-robin stage Opens in new window ] 'You have to play the best at some stage throughout the season,' he said. 'That's an exciting prospect. A provincial winner at home in their venue is quite exciting.' There are a couple of factors cited for the Meath defeat that Scully rejects. Injuries? 'We had the squad to win that game,' he replies. Playing outside Croke Park? 'I don't see that as something that we buy into, no. It's something that we look forward to.' Mícheál Martin (Cork), Cillian McDaid (Galway), Ikem Ugwueru (Clare), David Clifford (Kerry), Jemar Hall (Armagh) and Niall Scully (Dublin) at the launch of the GAA All-Ireland senior football championship at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho He also won't be tuning into the social media postmortem. 'We're going to regroup. We won't be focusing on what everybody else is going to say about us. Everybody will have their opinions but what matters most is what we're discussing with ourselves.' So what were Scully's thoughts as he watched it all unfold again on Monday morning? 'Meath were always a big, physical group, so I definitely felt that at the weekend. They targeted our kick-outs and got a good bit of joy out of it. If you're not winning your kick-outs, you have less of the ball and less plays for us to attack. 'You'd a huge wind and us kicking against the wind and a press coming on . . . We just couldn't figure out how to get our hands on the ball.' The new rules are a major factor there. 'The kick-outs are a lot more crucial [compared] to what they would have been previously. Where it would have been a broader tactic of what you could do on the opposition's kick-out, now it's okay, he can only kick it 60 metres but he has to kick it 40 anyway. 'You can't have any complaints from the performances of both sides on the day. Meath are a good side. We won the Sam Maguire from Division Two and they just missed out on promotion to Division One this year. They came with a game plan and they executed it. 'Down the last 10 minutes, we'd a lot of unforced turnovers and our execution was off. Against Kerry down there, all them opportunities came off and the execution was correct. It's a fine balance between the two.' – Niall Scully was speaking at SuperValu's sponsorship renewal of the All-Ireland Football Championship for another five years.
