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Setting the pace for a bright future in sport
Denis Hurley
Athletics Ireland is looking to the future after a great year of achievements, writes Denis Hurley.
4 December 2024 Sport
Sport: ‘With golf you can hit your prime at any age’
After a tough couple of years, golfer John Murphy has a new structure, writes Denis Hurley.
13 November 2024 Sport
Sport: Thomastown on top
Following intermediate glory with a historic senior title, the Kilkenny club wants to keep the momentum going and not rest on its laurels, writes Denis Hurley.
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.
6 November 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
‘Break the cycle’ for mental health
The Irish Country Living team is cycling 720km across the three days of this year’s National Ploughing Championships, to raise awareness for mental health issues in rural Ireland.
11 September 2024 Ploughing Championships
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
Sport: Team Ireland are making a big splash at the Olympics
A wonderful effort from Team Ireland underlines how hard work and investment pays off, writes Denis Hurley.
7 August 2024 Sport
Sport: Kelly’s goal for Clare will live in the memory
We want big players influencing finals – Tony Kelly certainly ticked that box, writes Denis Hurley.
24 July 2024 Sport
Sport: with Dublin knocked out, the race for Sam is on
We expect sporting dynasties to last forever – Dublin fell last week, can Limerick stay on top, asks Denis Hurley.
3 July 2024 Sport