I'm very excited to be honest. Dublin are odd this year and ye look like a great side all of a sudden. Could go either way. Really looking forward to it.
Gaa 2011
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This could be the game of the Championship lads. They've always been crackers between us and this should be no different.
RHD, I've yet yo go to a Tyrone championship game and see them lose. I've only ever seen draws and wins. Maybe I'm the lucky charm!
RHD, I've yet yo go to a Tyrone championship game and see them lose. I've only ever seen draws and wins. Maybe I'm the lucky charm!
What a slap....Lovely job!
I like how Paidi 1. takes the shot well without hitting the deck and 2. contemplates thumping your man with his right, thinks better of it, then lands a textbook left hook.
And the cherry on the cake is the ref falling on his arse!
Classic. I love Whelan's against Meath from the throw in but that was pure magic by Páidí.
And neither were sent off! They just shook hands and kept playing.
Here's a longer version of it (in the slow motion replay look at Paidi's face after he hits Allen):
Here's a longer version of it (in the slow motion replay look at Paidi's face after he hits Allen):
Amazing, all settled with a handshake.
Great news...............
GAA player Mark McGovern regains consciousness
GAA player Mark McGovern has regained consciousness in San Francisco after over a month in a coma.
1 of 1 Mark McGovern - Still 'a long road ahead' Mark McGovern, the GAA player who was seriously injured in a match in the US earlier this summer, has regained consciousness after over a month in a coma.
The 22-year-old, from the Belcoo O'Rahilly's club in Fermanagh, was hurt while playing in his debut for Ulster GAA club San Francisco in June.
His family has maintained a vigil at his bedside in San Francisco General for the last five weeks.
Deirdre Donnelly from the Fermanagh County Board said the club was 'delighted' that Mark was making progress.
She said there was still 'a long road ahead' and that Fermanagh GAA wanted to continue its support.
A spokesperson for the Belcoo O'Rahilly's club, which has been organising a series of fundraising events for the young player, said everyone at the club was 'extremely pleased' with the news.
GAA player Mark McGovern regains consciousness - RT News
GAA player Mark McGovern regains consciousness
GAA player Mark McGovern has regained consciousness in San Francisco after over a month in a coma.
1 of 1 Mark McGovern - Still 'a long road ahead' Mark McGovern, the GAA player who was seriously injured in a match in the US earlier this summer, has regained consciousness after over a month in a coma.
The 22-year-old, from the Belcoo O'Rahilly's club in Fermanagh, was hurt while playing in his debut for Ulster GAA club San Francisco in June.
His family has maintained a vigil at his bedside in San Francisco General for the last five weeks.
Deirdre Donnelly from the Fermanagh County Board said the club was 'delighted' that Mark was making progress.
She said there was still 'a long road ahead' and that Fermanagh GAA wanted to continue its support.
A spokesperson for the Belcoo O'Rahilly's club, which has been organising a series of fundraising events for the young player, said everyone at the club was 'extremely pleased' with the news.
GAA player Mark McGovern regains consciousness - RT News
Well get your arse to Crokers then, i'm staying away - probably at home with my rosary beads, knock water & a voodoo doll of Bernard Brogan
All i hope is that we dont have 18 fecking wides like last year - with atleast 10 of those easy enough scores. Peter Harte & Donnelly are key players for us this year - Harte being the diamond.. Should be a good game, but i'll settle for a dire game with us winning!
Yeah thats great news alright Tron...
I don't like saying it, but I have a feeling Tyrone are going to do it on Saturday. They seem to be picking up momentum, whereas the Dubs haven't played for a few weeks which doesn't help.
Which would then set up an absolutely riveting, free-flowing, all-Ulster clash in the semis.
Which would then set up an absolutely riveting, free-flowing, all-Ulster clash in the semis.
Great news alright on that young fella. Thanks for the update deco!
The fisticuffs aside that is some great motivational speaking there from Paidi at the end. Almost made me want to run out and beat someone!
As an aside why on earth are one of those lads wearing a Galway tracksuit top at westmeath training?
Totally, I've never been as proud to be from Westmeath. And I'm a Dub. Living in Sligo.
Fennell in midfield for the Dubs. That's a Tyrone victory so.
It was good alright, but I've been in a fair few Gaa dressing rooms in my time, and it's the usual ould schpeel! Works a treat though.
I sure hope so, but I'm not overly confident by any stretch of the imagination. A good tight game is in order.
I detect a bit of sarcasm there ya rascal ye
In fairness & i'm not gettin at you DS, but Tyrone are nothing like Donegal. That same bloody puke-football stigma tag still exists because folk dont actually watch us before commenting. We're one of the easiest on the eye teams in the land!
Did you ever get caught?
Right lads, enjoy the game, off to Dublin. Back on Sunday for gloating/grim navel gazing. (delete as appropriate)
Dublin may struggle to contain Tyrone
Sean Cavanagh, Ross McConnell and Eamon Fennell - Can Dublin match Cavanagh at midfield?
Friday, 5 August 2011 10:07
by Séamus Leonard
Dublin and Tyrone renew hostilities at Croke Park with the Dubs looking to make it a clean sweep for provincial champions in this year's All-Ireland quarter-finals.
There was consternation last year when Kerry, Tyrone, Roscommon and Meath all failed to build on their provincial successes and crashed out at the last eight stage.
It was argued by many that the defeats proved that the gap between provincial finals and the quarter-finals put those sides with silverware at a significant disadvantage. While the Championship calendar does need to be looked at, a win for Dublin on Saturday would suggest that there is not all that much wrong with it.
Tyrone have made an unusually unassuming march through the qualifiers following their Ulster semi-final loss to Donegal. They made light work of a difficult trip to Longford before having two goals to spare over Armagh.
And their 11-point win over Roscommon last Saturday went largely under the radar due to the gripping nature of Donegal's victory against Kildare in the following game at Headquarters.
The Red Hands have struggled with injuries this summer but the youngsters Mickey Harte has brought in have performed admirably and have brought a fresh look to their line-up.
It was strange to see a Tyrone side named without Ryan McMenamin in it, but the feisty defender makes way for Justin McMahon. Harte has used his squad wisely this summer and there's little doubt 'Ricey' will make an appearance at some stage.
Martin Penrose has been given the nod ahead of Tommy McGuigan in attack but the biggest selection surprise sees Owen Mulligan replace Kyle Coney at corner-forward.
Coney has been having a fine breakthrough summer and it was only a couple of weeks ago that Mulligan had opted off the panel due to a lack of game time only to be subsequently coaxed back into the fold.
Dublin's XV sees only one change as Cian O'Sullivan replaces Paul Conlon at corner-back. The two glaring omissions are midfielder Michael Darragh MacAuley and corner-back Philly McMahon, with both players struggling with finger and knee injuries respectively.
Eoghan O'Gara's goal proved crucial in last year's quarter-final meeting between the two sides, but the Templeogue Synge Street clubman has failed to hit similar heights so far this year and can consider himself fortunate to retain his place.
Dublin were given a decent test by Wexford in the Leinster final, and they struggled at midfield. Denis Bastick and Eamon Fennell will start in the engine room again, but they will need to up their performances considerably against Kevin Hughes and Sean Cavanagh. The latter was back to his rampaging best against Roscommon, as he hit 2-03 and was unlucky not to land a hat-trick of goals.
A lot has been said about Dublin's over-reliance on the Brogans (Alan and Bernard) for scores but the big fear for Dublin supporters is how their side will manage to supply their forward line.
Donegal await the winners of this tie in the semi-finals, and it looks like that will be an all-Ulster affair.
Verdict: Tyrone
Dublin v Tyrone, 7pm Saturday 6 August, All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final (7pm) live on RTÉ 2 and RTÉ.ie (Island of Ireland) from 6.30pm.
Sean Cavanagh, Ross McConnell and Eamon Fennell - Can Dublin match Cavanagh at midfield?
Friday, 5 August 2011 10:07
by Séamus Leonard
Dublin and Tyrone renew hostilities at Croke Park with the Dubs looking to make it a clean sweep for provincial champions in this year's All-Ireland quarter-finals.
There was consternation last year when Kerry, Tyrone, Roscommon and Meath all failed to build on their provincial successes and crashed out at the last eight stage.
It was argued by many that the defeats proved that the gap between provincial finals and the quarter-finals put those sides with silverware at a significant disadvantage. While the Championship calendar does need to be looked at, a win for Dublin on Saturday would suggest that there is not all that much wrong with it.
Tyrone have made an unusually unassuming march through the qualifiers following their Ulster semi-final loss to Donegal. They made light work of a difficult trip to Longford before having two goals to spare over Armagh.
And their 11-point win over Roscommon last Saturday went largely under the radar due to the gripping nature of Donegal's victory against Kildare in the following game at Headquarters.
The Red Hands have struggled with injuries this summer but the youngsters Mickey Harte has brought in have performed admirably and have brought a fresh look to their line-up.
It was strange to see a Tyrone side named without Ryan McMenamin in it, but the feisty defender makes way for Justin McMahon. Harte has used his squad wisely this summer and there's little doubt 'Ricey' will make an appearance at some stage.
Martin Penrose has been given the nod ahead of Tommy McGuigan in attack but the biggest selection surprise sees Owen Mulligan replace Kyle Coney at corner-forward.
Coney has been having a fine breakthrough summer and it was only a couple of weeks ago that Mulligan had opted off the panel due to a lack of game time only to be subsequently coaxed back into the fold.
Dublin's XV sees only one change as Cian O'Sullivan replaces Paul Conlon at corner-back. The two glaring omissions are midfielder Michael Darragh MacAuley and corner-back Philly McMahon, with both players struggling with finger and knee injuries respectively.
Eoghan O'Gara's goal proved crucial in last year's quarter-final meeting between the two sides, but the Templeogue Synge Street clubman has failed to hit similar heights so far this year and can consider himself fortunate to retain his place.
Dublin were given a decent test by Wexford in the Leinster final, and they struggled at midfield. Denis Bastick and Eamon Fennell will start in the engine room again, but they will need to up their performances considerably against Kevin Hughes and Sean Cavanagh. The latter was back to his rampaging best against Roscommon, as he hit 2-03 and was unlucky not to land a hat-trick of goals.
A lot has been said about Dublin's over-reliance on the Brogans (Alan and Bernard) for scores but the big fear for Dublin supporters is how their side will manage to supply their forward line.
Donegal await the winners of this tie in the semi-finals, and it looks like that will be an all-Ulster affair.
Verdict: Tyrone
Dublin v Tyrone, 7pm Saturday 6 August, All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final (7pm) live on RTÉ 2 and RTÉ.ie (Island of Ireland) from 6.30pm.
Tyrone explain RTÉ boycott..
A statement released by the Tyrone County Board says a lack of sensitivity shown towards the Harte family and Michaela's husband John McAreavey during a morning radio interview has led to them withdrawing co-operation with the national broadcaster.
The statement which was released this afternoon is on behalf of the Tyrone senior football management and players.
Mickey Harte has refused to deal with RTÉ since the beginning of this year's championship with the GAA trying to bring the two parties together without success.
Ahead of this weekend's high profile All-Ireland quarter-final involving Tyrone and Dublin, which will be covered by RTÉ 2, the O'Neill County have explained the reason behind their stance.
It relates to the period when a number of intercounty managers wrote to RTÉ about their concern over the lack of matches which Brian Carthy was commentating on. Mickey Harte was interviewed on RTÉ Radio about the issue, and part of that interview was then used during a comedy sketch on the 'John Murray Show', which has offence within Tyrone.
The statement in full reads:
"A number of weeks ago the Senior Football Manager in conjunction with several other GAA managers wrote a letter marked Private and Confidential to two senior people within the RTÉ organisation. In this letter Mickey Harte expressed his own and a number of other managers' concern at the disproportionate absence of Brian Carthy from his role as a radio commentator. The contents of the letter made their way into the public domain and the managers' concerned can categorically state that they were not the source of that leak.
"Due to the portrayal of the said letter, at least one other broadcaster within the organisation acted in a most insensitive manner in the choice of their programme dialogue in a morning radio show soon after. Inappropriate references to the fact that the Tyrone manager Mickey Harte was associated with the Dali Lama conference in Limerick and the choice of the song "Pretty Little Girl from Omagh" will give you an indication of the complete lack of sensitivity the presenter in question afforded the Harte family and Michaela's husband John McAreavey, in what remains for them a very difficult time.
"We hope that this statement clarifies for the general public why Mickey Harte, his management team and the players have chosen not to co-operate with RTÉ at this time.
"Interviews with all other media outlets will continue as before."
Tyrone explain RTÉ boycott - Hoganstand.com
A statement released by the Tyrone County Board says a lack of sensitivity shown towards the Harte family and Michaela's husband John McAreavey during a morning radio interview has led to them withdrawing co-operation with the national broadcaster.
The statement which was released this afternoon is on behalf of the Tyrone senior football management and players.
Mickey Harte has refused to deal with RTÉ since the beginning of this year's championship with the GAA trying to bring the two parties together without success.
Ahead of this weekend's high profile All-Ireland quarter-final involving Tyrone and Dublin, which will be covered by RTÉ 2, the O'Neill County have explained the reason behind their stance.
It relates to the period when a number of intercounty managers wrote to RTÉ about their concern over the lack of matches which Brian Carthy was commentating on. Mickey Harte was interviewed on RTÉ Radio about the issue, and part of that interview was then used during a comedy sketch on the 'John Murray Show', which has offence within Tyrone.
The statement in full reads:
"A number of weeks ago the Senior Football Manager in conjunction with several other GAA managers wrote a letter marked Private and Confidential to two senior people within the RTÉ organisation. In this letter Mickey Harte expressed his own and a number of other managers' concern at the disproportionate absence of Brian Carthy from his role as a radio commentator. The contents of the letter made their way into the public domain and the managers' concerned can categorically state that they were not the source of that leak.
"Due to the portrayal of the said letter, at least one other broadcaster within the organisation acted in a most insensitive manner in the choice of their programme dialogue in a morning radio show soon after. Inappropriate references to the fact that the Tyrone manager Mickey Harte was associated with the Dali Lama conference in Limerick and the choice of the song "Pretty Little Girl from Omagh" will give you an indication of the complete lack of sensitivity the presenter in question afforded the Harte family and Michaela's husband John McAreavey, in what remains for them a very difficult time.
"We hope that this statement clarifies for the general public why Mickey Harte, his management team and the players have chosen not to co-operate with RTÉ at this time.
"Interviews with all other media outlets will continue as before."
Tyrone explain RTÉ boycott - Hoganstand.com
RTÉ 'regrets any offence caused' to Harte family..
The national broadcaster has said management from the station personally communicated their regret over a sketch on the John Murray Show which has led to the Tyrone manager and his players refusing to hold interviews with the station.
Earlier this afternoon a statement from the Tyrone County Board indicated that the lack of sensitivity shown during a comedy sketch on the Radio 1 programme is the reason behind the decision of Tyrone to blank RTÉ.
The Tyrone statement referred to the hurt caused by the piece: "Inappropriate references to the fact that the Tyrone manager Mickey Harte was associated with the Dali Lama conference in Limerick and the choice of the song "Pretty Little Girl from Omagh" will give you an indication of the complete lack of sensitivity the presenter in question afforded the Harte family and Michaela's husband John McAreavey, in what remains for them a very difficult time."
RTÉ quickly responded to the release from Tyrone with a statement of their own which outlines that there was no intention on their part to offend Mickey Harte.
Additionally, they are at pains to point out that they played no part in making the media aware of the letter that was submitted by a number of intercounty managers, including Harte, to RTÉ which queried the absence of Brian Carthy from commentary duty on RTÉ Radio 1 at the start of the championship.
The statement from RTÉ is full reads:
"RTÉ Radio 1's John Murray Show presents, each morning, a satirical and humorous synopsis of the day's big news stories. On June 9 the programme covered a widely reported controversy involving Mickey Harte.
"RTÉ understands and appreciates that the item offended Mr Harte. It is never RTÉ's intention to knowingly offend any individual, and RTÉ sincerely regrets any offence caused. This sincere regret was immediately and personally communicated to Mr Harte by RTÉ management.
"RTÉ wishes to clarify that it did not leak the contents of the letter referred to in today's statement by the Tyrone GAA Senior Football Management and Players. RTÉ treated the correspondence as private and confidential, and was mindful of the need for discretion in all public statements it was called upon to make.
"It is RTÉ's hope that, in the public interest of all those who follow gaelic games, the matter can be resolved."
RTÉ 'regrets any offence caused' to Harte family - Hoganstand.com
The national broadcaster has said management from the station personally communicated their regret over a sketch on the John Murray Show which has led to the Tyrone manager and his players refusing to hold interviews with the station.
Earlier this afternoon a statement from the Tyrone County Board indicated that the lack of sensitivity shown during a comedy sketch on the Radio 1 programme is the reason behind the decision of Tyrone to blank RTÉ.
The Tyrone statement referred to the hurt caused by the piece: "Inappropriate references to the fact that the Tyrone manager Mickey Harte was associated with the Dali Lama conference in Limerick and the choice of the song "Pretty Little Girl from Omagh" will give you an indication of the complete lack of sensitivity the presenter in question afforded the Harte family and Michaela's husband John McAreavey, in what remains for them a very difficult time."
RTÉ quickly responded to the release from Tyrone with a statement of their own which outlines that there was no intention on their part to offend Mickey Harte.
Additionally, they are at pains to point out that they played no part in making the media aware of the letter that was submitted by a number of intercounty managers, including Harte, to RTÉ which queried the absence of Brian Carthy from commentary duty on RTÉ Radio 1 at the start of the championship.
The statement from RTÉ is full reads:
"RTÉ Radio 1's John Murray Show presents, each morning, a satirical and humorous synopsis of the day's big news stories. On June 9 the programme covered a widely reported controversy involving Mickey Harte.
"RTÉ understands and appreciates that the item offended Mr Harte. It is never RTÉ's intention to knowingly offend any individual, and RTÉ sincerely regrets any offence caused. This sincere regret was immediately and personally communicated to Mr Harte by RTÉ management.
"RTÉ wishes to clarify that it did not leak the contents of the letter referred to in today's statement by the Tyrone GAA Senior Football Management and Players. RTÉ treated the correspondence as private and confidential, and was mindful of the need for discretion in all public statements it was called upon to make.
"It is RTÉ's hope that, in the public interest of all those who follow gaelic games, the matter can be resolved."
RTÉ 'regrets any offence caused' to Harte family - Hoganstand.com
Oh yeahhhhh.....
Hardy
I dont doubt that for a minute me ol china...
Here's Irwin in all his plomb:
Har
Great win for Dublin. Absolutely battered Tyrone. Should have had 2 or 3 goals as well. Joe Brolly is a fecking bell end
Watched the Dublin /Tyrone game
on BBC2 and the panel were shell shocked. They didn't give Dublin a chance in hell prior to the game, I thoroughly enjoyed seeing them eat a large dollop of humble pie when the game was over (it ended as a contest after about 25 mins).
on BBC2 and the panel were shell shocked. They didn't give Dublin a chance in hell prior to the game, I thoroughly enjoyed seeing them eat a large dollop of humble pie when the game was over (it ended as a contest after about 25 mins).
Watched the Dublin /Tyrone game
on BBC2 and the panel were shell shocked. They didn't give Dublin a chance in hell prior to the game, I thoroughly enjoyed seeing them eat a large dollop of humble pie when the game was over (it ended as a contest after about 25 mins).
on BBC2 and the panel were shell shocked. They didn't give Dublin a chance in hell prior to the game, I thoroughly enjoyed seeing them eat a large dollop of humble pie when the game was over (it ended as a contest after about 25 mins).
Congrats to Dublin. Some unbelievable point-taking yesterday.
Still can't believe Tyrone allowed their backs to go one-on-one with the two-man Dublin full-forward line, especially as it was obvious early on they were getting slaughtered playing like that.
Still can't believe Tyrone allowed their backs to go one-on-one with the two-man Dublin full-forward line, especially as it was obvious early on they were getting slaughtered playing like that.
Congrats to Dublin, excellent display & fully deserved win. They'll be hard to beat thats for sure!
Wasnt too happy about the jeering the Dubs fans gave us tho, there was no need for that whatsover - booing everytime we got the ball even though you's were 10 or more points up at one stage. The Dubs dont do themselves any favours amongst the other 31 Counties by doing that shit & it hasnt gone unnnoticed with Gaelic forums slating the Dubs for it - quite rightly too!
Regardless of that, the Dubs players were outstanding, some brilliant individual performances - too many to mention. Fair play!
Wasnt too happy about the jeering the Dubs fans gave us tho, there was no need for that whatsover - booing everytime we got the ball even though you's were 10 or more points up at one stage. The Dubs dont do themselves any favours amongst the other 31 Counties by doing that shit & it hasnt gone unnnoticed with Gaelic forums slating the Dubs for it - quite rightly too!
Regardless of that, the Dubs players were outstanding, some brilliant individual performances - too many to mention. Fair play!
Did the mean boys jeer you RHD? Aw.Everything clicked for the Dubs, best performance against rated opposition in years. Not so sure it was relflective of the two teams and would not necessarily be the same on another day. That doesn't take away from what a complete performance it was.
Not mean boys no - twats will do...
Dublin fans are like City fans - end of!
There were a few Tyrone fans singing 'Donegal Donegal' into the faces of the Dubs fans on the way home, despite being hammered (and jeered ) and vastly outnumbered. I thought, 'fair play, hard bastards, much respect'. And here you go and undo it all.
) and vastly outnumbered. I thought, 'fair play, hard bastards, much respect'. And here you go and undo it all.Yep, giving the oppo and your fiercest rivals of late a 'jeering'. Shocking.
Its the GAA man - not petty soccer rivalry. One of the best things about Inter-County sport is the way the fans dont sink to low depths. You's complain about Meath fans hatin you & the way they behave towards you - i've heard some awful stories aswell, its not in the spirit of the game nor acceptable by most Counties fans!
Being gracious in winning is as important - if not more, in being gracious in defeat
Its bitter & disrespectful to the opposing team. If we had of done that shite, there would be no way i'd come on here condoning it - "Bad winners" is the term fans all round the Country are describing it!
Many Dub fans showed they've a serious chip on their shoulder, there's no difference with how City & Pool fans behave - seemingly hating United & our fans more than they love their own team. "Shocking"
There were a few Tyrone fans singing 'Donegal Donegal' into the faces of the Dubs fans on the way home, despite being hammered (and jeered
Its the GAA man - not petty soccer rivalry. One of the best things about Inter-County sport is the way the fans dont sink to low depths. You's complain about Meath fans hatin you & the way they behave towards you - i've heard some awful stories aswell, its not in the spirit of the game nor acceptable by most Counties fans!
Being gracious in winning is as important - if not more, in being gracious in defeat
Its bitter & disrespectful to the opposing team. If we had of done that shite, there would be no way i'd come on here condoning it - "Bad winners" is the term fans all round the Country are describing it!
Many Dub fans showed they've a serious chip on their shoulder, there's no difference with how City & Pool fans behave - seemingly hating United & our fans more than they love their own team. "Shocking"
Bad winners?
You get a hammering and look for solace on internet message boards. The idea is to give stick back. The great thing about the GAA was the fans ability to take stick. I have lost more big matches as a fan at Croker than I care remember and have always gotten stick and never thought it disprespectful, just par for the course when we played like big girls.
I was there, you just seem to be a bad loser. The only thing that I haven't seen before by winning fans was the Olé-ing when we were hand passing with a minute left, but most of the Tyrone supporters had left by then, proper fans that ye are.
You come on an internet message board an call us city fans and other baseless nonsense, when really yesterday was the time to show your support, but like all the Tyrone fans I was surrounded by you were probably sat there in stunned silence.
Find me one newspaper report to back up your theory and I'll put me not hearing it down to bias.