Tag: Irish Sports
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Derry End Tyrone Run with Stunning Late Surge at Celtic Park
Late drama seals Derry’s first league win of the season In a tense encounter at Celtic Park, Derry finally snapped their winless run this league campaign, overturning Tyrone with a dramatic final 10 minutes. The home side showed relentless appetite and resilience, turning a tight contest into a memorable victory that lifted them above their…
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Opening Rounds Spark Weekend of Allianz National Football and Hurling League Action
Weekend Kickoff: Allianz Leagues Return with High-Stakes Matches The Allianz National Football League and the Allianz National Hurling League burst back into action this Sunday, delivering a packed afternoon of top-tier league football and hurling. Fans across the country are tuning in to see teams begin their campaigns with everything to play for, from promotion…
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Christy O’Connor on Saturday’s All-Ireland finals double-header: the best we’ve ever seen
Introduction: a double-header that rewrote the script When Saturday’s All-Ireland Club finals rolled into the later stages of extra-time, the atmosphere shifted from electric to historic. The intermediate hurling final, in particular, became a showcase of bite, pace, and audacity, prompting many observers to call it the best double-header in memory. At the center of…
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Tributes for Ireland’s strongest man and father Patrick O’Dwyer
A Beloved Icon in Irish Strength Patrick (Pa) O’Dwyer, widely regarded as Ireland’s strongest man, has passed away, prompting an outpouring of tributes from fellow athletes, former rivals, family, and fans. Known for his awe-inspiring strength and generous spirit, O’Dwyer left a lasting imprint on Ireland’s weightlifting and strength sports community. His legacy goes beyond…
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Clifford and McGrath Triumph at PwC All-Star Awards 2025
Kerry’s Clifford named Footballer of the Year In a night to remember at the PwC All-Star Awards ceremony in Dublin, Kerry’s David Clifford was crowned the Footballer of the Year for 2025. The award recognizes the standout player across Gaelic football for the season, and Clifford’s performance this year proved pivotal for the Kingdom. His…
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Naas Maintain Kildare SHC Supremacy With Victory Over Maynooth
Naas extend Kildare SHC dominance with convincing win over Maynooth Naas reinforced their hold on the Kildare Senior Hurling Championship with a 3-15 to 0-16 victory over Maynooth at Cedral St Conleths Park. The result marks Naas’s seventh consecutive county title, underscoring a period of sustained success that has become a defining feature of the…
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O’Rourke Powers into Finals: World Boxing Championships 2023
Aoife O’Rourke Shines at World Boxing Championships Aoife O’Rourke has captured the spotlight at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, showcasing her incredible skill and determination. In a thrilling semi-final bout, O’Rourke secured her place in the finals with a commanding 4:0 split decision victory over China’s Lina Wang. This win not only propels her…