By Michael McMullan It’s impossible not to be intrigued by Armagh. For the rest of us, we can only hazard a guess at the level of intramural satisfaction within their bubble. When their jet-black bus pulls out of dodge, you wonder about the vibe inside. What level does their ‘us against the world’ rise to? […]
Killeavy where they want to be says O’Hanlon
June 4, 2025
By Shaun Casey AT the halfway point of the Division 1A league campaign, Killeavy currently rest at the top of the table with 10 points to show for their efforts and that’s exactly where they want to be says star man Ciaron O’Hanlon. Killeavy, managed by club and county legend Steven McDonnell, are tied with […]
All-Ireland Round Three fixture details announced
June 3, 2025
By Michael McMullan THE GAA have announced the fixture details for the All-Ireland SFC Round Three games on the weekend of June 14/15. There are two all-Ulster clashes down for decision including a top of the table meeting of Down and Monaghan that will decide a quarter-final spot. Tyrone take on Cavan knowing a win […]
Grugan “one of the best players I’ve ever seen” says McGeeney
June 2, 2025
By Shaun Casey ARMAGH manager Kieran McGeeney has hailed Rory Grugan as “one of the best players” he has seen play the game. Grugan gave a man of the match performance for the Orchard County in their round two win over Dublin. The Ballymacnab playmaker top scored on the day with 0-8, including a first […]
Rock: Armagh will relish huge championship clashes
May 30, 2025
By Shaun Casey FORMER Dublin footballer Dean Rock believes Armagh will “relish” the huge games that are coming down the track and as All-Ireland champions, they’ll be keen to back up last year’s success. Kieran McGeeney’s Orchard County travel to Croke Park on Sunday for the first time since collecting Sam Maguire last summer. It’s […]
Turbitt in for Croker clash with the Dubs
May 29, 2025
By Michael McMullan CONOR Turbitt is the one change as Kieran McGeeney announced his starting 15 for Sunday’s showdown with Dublin in Croke Park. The All-Star attacker came in for the injured Oisin O’Neill against Derry and bagged 1-2 in a four-point win. O’Neill, reported as having a calf injury after the game, drops out […]
Gaelic Lives Group Stages Week 2 Review
May 26, 2025
THE GL team review all the action while we hear from Malachy O’Rourke, Jim McGuinness, Kieran McGeeney, Paddy Tally & Ryan Wylie. Tyrone upset the odds in Ballybofey, handing Jim McGuinness his first defeat at that venue. All-Ireland champions Armagh kickstarted their title defence with a four-point victory over Derry. Monaghan were six-points winners in […]
“He can bring scores to the game and that’s huge” – Kieran McGeeney on Rian O’Neill’s return
May 26, 2025
By Shaun Casey RIAN O’Neill played his first inter-county game since last years All-Ireland final and the 2024 All-Star chipped in with a first half point as the Orchard County began the All-Ireland series with a win over Derry. The Crossmaglen clubman missed Armagh’s entire league campaign as they secured their Division One status. He […]
Northern lights: Our team of the Ulster SFC
May 25, 2025
Now that the Ulster Championship has been and gone, Michael McMullan looks at the key men on show. Here is his selection. 1 Ronan Burns (Down) RONAN who? That’s what most people outside Down were asking when the u-20 ‘keeper stepped into the number one jersey. Hailed by manager Conor Laverty as the best shot […]
Tally rues missed chances as Derry comeback falls short
May 24, 2025
By Michael McMullan A DISAPPOINTED Derry manager Paddy Tally rued their missed goal chances as Ethan Rafferty closed the door on their comeback on Saturday night. Armagh led by three points at half time before hitting the first four points of the second half to get control of the All-Ireland opener. Goals from Barry McCambridge […]