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Irish Independent
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Cork GAA legend Diarmuid ‘The Rock' O'Sullivan to appear at All-Ireland hurling final preview event
On Sunday July 20, the Arlington Bar which is located on O'Connell Bridge will host a free-entry GAA final preview event hosted by The Football Pod's Paddy Andrews who won the All-Ireland senior football championship seven times with Dublin. Mr Andrews will be joined by former Cork hurler Diarmuid 'The Rock' O'Sullivan and former Tipperary star forward Nicky English for an exclusive question and answer session live on stage. Cork's Diarmuid O'Sullivan who played his club hurling with Cloyne is a Cork GAA legend. The full back won three All Ireland hurling championship titles and four All-Star awards. Former Tipperary player Nicky English won two All Ireland titles and six All-Star awards. The Arlington Hotel is inviting Cork and Tipperary hurling fans to come together for an exciting take on finals day build-up – filled with insight, laughs, rivalry and a healthy dose of pre-final buzz. It's set to be a winning mix of stories, rivalry, insight, and atmosphere – right on O'Connell Bridge and just a short stroll from Croke Park. From stories of glory days to predictions for the battle ahead, the session promise all the atmosphere of the stands, with a front-row seat to the best pre-match craic in town. Doors are scheduled to open early with breakfast served from 9am and a festival atmosphere building from the moment fans arrive. The hurling final Q&A will begin at 12 noon. ADVERTISEMENT This will provide fans with ample time to enjoy a few scoops, a hearty feed, and the insight of champions before heading for Croke Park. These events are a celebration of everything we love about GAA – community, rivalry, tradition, and the stories that live on long after the final whistle. The Arlington Hotel & Bar is fast becoming the capital's go-to venue for major sporting days, known for its buzzing atmosphere, warm welcome, and unbeatable pre-match build-up. For more information, visit or call +353 1 804 9100.
RTÉ News
30-05-2025
- Business
- RTÉ News
NEIC Start Up Entrepreneur class of 2025 graduate
The NEIC (North East Inner City) Start Up Entrepreneurship programme's graduation ceremony for its 2025 programme at a "Dragon's Den" style event was held at the headquarters of aircraft lessor Avolon today. Participants pitched their new business ideas to a panel of dragons including former Dublin GAA football player Paddy Andrews and Scale Ireland CEO Martina Fitzgerald. Business ideas planned by the graduates included the hire and repair of sustainable e-scooters, AI-powered predictive energy management and blockchain-based cybersecurity software solutions. The NEIC 10-week programme provides the opportunity for young people aged between 18-30 to develop their business idea and build their competencies as an entrepreneur. The programme was created in a partnership that included the NEIC Initiative, TU Dublin Growth Hub, Inner City Enterprise, Open Doors Initiative, Dogpatch Labs and Avolon. "We are committed to maximising educational, training and employment opportunities. Through NEIC Start Up, we empower young people to explore self-employment, unlocking business ideas and building a brighter future for the NEIC Community," Jim Gavin, Chairperson of the Programme Implementation Board for the NEIC Initiative, said. Tom Cooney, Professor of Entrepreneurship at TU Dublin, said the NEIC Start Up Programme is a powerful example of how TU Dublin and community partners are unlocking the entrepreneurial potential of young people in Dublin's inner city. Fionn Crowley, Chair of Avolon's CARE Committee, said the programme provides participants with tangible skills to succeed as they look to take the brave step of launching their business idea. "Avolon started its life 15 years ago and has grown to be one of the world's leading lessors, and we welcome the opportunity to celebrate this group of young people on their entrepreneurship journey," he added.
