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Game on: some of the best sport books
Denis Hurley
Getting a read on things – it’s a busy time for sporting literature and there is a strong field of books vying for the Christmas lists this year, writes Denis Hurley.
6 November 2024 Sport
Sport: captain Caelan to step up
The autumn internationals (or beyond) will see the Mayo man lead Ireland as the youngest skipper, writes Denis Hurley.
30 October 2024 Sport
Sport: Bandon AC on track for brand-new facility
A funding boost means that, as it celebrates 60 years, the club is on the home straight for completion of a state-of-the-art amenity, writes Denis Hurley.
A growing gulf between the provinces
The gap between Leinster and Munster seems to be widening further, writes Denis Hurley.
16 October 2024 Sport
Sport: 'Bonner' bows out with his head held high
There might have been more naturally skilled players than Patrick ‘Bonner’ Maher, but few have maximised their strengths as much as he did, writes Denis Hurley.
9 October 2024 Sport
Sport: jumping for Joyce
A medal-winning performance on the world stage underlines a Mayo athletic club's efforts in the community, writes Denis Hurley.
2 October 2024 Sport
Sport: our cup has runneth over
The naming of GAA trophies can throw up a few curiosities, writes Denis Hurley.
25 September 2024 Sport
Sport: Dundalk's worrying woes
The club's plight highlights the tumultuous nature of the League of Ireland, writes Denis Hurley.
18 September 2024 Sport
GAA’s changing rules will make Gaelic football more exciting - eventually
A new system will be in place for 2026 but until then, an imperfect format will stay in place, writes Denis Hurley.
11 September 2024 Sport
New season on the horizon
Next year's fixture lists are already providing a frisson of excitement for sports fans, writes Denis Hurley.
4 September 2024 Sport
Who'd be a manager?
The annual managerial merry-go-round provides plenty of fodder in inter-county off-season, writes Denis Hurley.
28 August 2024 Sport
Success never sleeps
The Olympic Games may be over for four years, but those who shone in Paris are showing just why they are the masters of their craft.
21 August 2024 Sport