The GAA Social Folgen

Conor Meyler and Niall Morgan lift the lid on Tyrones All-Ireland winning season. They both talk openly about how covid affected them personally and the team. Conor opens up about asking for professional help, “I need to speak with someone” to help his journey to the pinnacle of Gaelic football- and life! Niall Morgan reveals how he was ‘tricked’ into playing for Tyrone and how the decision was made to pull out of the All-Ireland. Both speak emotionally about moment all their dreams came true- celebrations too!

Antrim manager and three-time All-Ireland winner Enda McGinley joins Oisín McConville and Thomas Niblock to discuss his first season in inter-county management. The highs and lows, the problems in Antrim and if the Saffron’s get out of division three.Enda discusses the mentality and dedication needed to become a successful county player and how that balances with club commitments. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also sits down with recently retired, three-time All-Ireland winning Tipperary hurling captain, Brendan Maher. Brendan talks about Liam Sheedy, his own retirement and how it is insulting to be known as just a hurler.

Three-time All-Star Conor McManus joins Thomas Niblock and former All-Ireland winner Oisín McConville to discuss how GAA players deal with the pain of defeat. McManus also pays tribute to the Monaghan Under-20 captain Brendan Og Duffy, who died in a car crash last month. They discuss their toughest losses and look ahead to the All-Ireland semi-finals.Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also sits down with former Laois manager and Kilkenny hurler Eddie Brennan who looks back on the All-Ireland hurling semi-finals and gives his opinion on this year’s final.