Lynch’s hoping to sustain their performance for longer


By Michael McMullan KEVIN Lynch’s have more improving to do as the stakes rise in the Derry Senior Championship insists joint-manager Ronan McCloskey. Speaking after Sunday’s comfortable win over Ballinascreen the former club an county star was happy to have secured top spot and take on Swatragh in Saturday’s semi-final (Emmet Park 4.45pm). The reigning […]


Antrim confirm new camogie management team


By Michael McMullan ANTRIM have confirmed their impressive new camogie management team, taking over from Paul McKillen and Jim McKernan. The duo stepped down after leading the Saffrons to All-Ireland glory this season. The new management team will be headed up by former player Elaine Dowds – a selector last season – and will include […]


Shane Elliott: Nip and tuck


THE former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was in the spotlight again prior to Christmas promoting his new book. Hearing a few of his stories I was reminded of one of his most famous quotes directed at his old nemesis Alex Ferguson. Ferguson had cheekily claimed that his Manchester United team who had finished third in the […]


Shane Elliott: Idea of Team Ulster better than the reality


THE lack of hurling action on the pitch inevitably leads to everyone seeking their fix elsewhere. The gap has been filled for many with the watching of old footage showcasing the games of days gone by. There have also been many interesting podcasts and interviews often involving the picking of best 15s. I took part […]