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Non-Gaa Forum - 3 Like(s)
Replying To Commodore: "Anyone else here think/agree that the Irish Legal system needs a massive overhaul?
Its archaic, ineffective and inefficient, I believe a completely new system is required. Following a series of different legal cases in the past 2-3 years, I have been increasingly left scratching my head at how this current system is allowed to continue." Turkeys don't vote for Christmas in fairness. You only need to look at conveyancing & the cost of it to see how much of a scam the legal profession is. AI is coming and it will definitely shake the profession up and not before time.
Square_B (National) - 19/02/2026 11:48:07
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Roscommon GAA thread - 3 Like(s)
Well done lads on last week's game, ye came out of the traps flying and although we battled back well and could of won I think ye did deserve the win. Not all doom and gloom for us with the amount of chances we have created in the 3 matches, if we sharpen up our shooting I think we can catch fire some day, must say I never have confidence playing ye lot, you remind me a bit of Armagh 3/4 years ago like us then ye have a forward line to rival anyone's and can do a bit of everything and have a decent midfield just seem to get stuck at qf step, but you have every chance of breaking that run this year, I think any team from 12 can win it but I'd have Donegal and Kerry slightly ahead with all div 1 teams and a few div 2 teams in chasing pack that on their day can beat anyone or catch fire. Best of look for the year ahead and we might meet again later
Liftball (National) - 19/02/2026 16:17:46
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Non-Gaa Forum - 2 Like(s)
Leinster have won one European Cup in 13 years, during which Johnny Sexton played a major part in Leinster's and indeed Irelands ratings through that time, but even he as a Leinster and Ireland legend playing that pivotal roll as an extraordinary and gifted out half could he on his own bring any more than one European cup to Leinster's display cabinet. It's a God's send that no finger was left pointing at any other player for Leinster's failure to bag a few extra bits of silver over those 13 years, or for that matter for the failure of our Ireland team to perform as expected, per usual, excluding triple crowns and grand slams.
We all knew that J C'c retirement was imminent however life went on apparently, then when it happened no stone was left unturned to find as near as dammit a replacement for J S. In no time we had R B, C F, H B, and S P, at the same time coincidently we had J C keeping in mind that J C was a munster player with no one seriously challenging for his position. The mathematics are simple and straight forward as to where the advantages lie.
The formulae / method used to select one of four to fill the role of fly half for an upcoming game was always going to leave a sour taste in three mouths, at least, and so R B thought it better if he left for greener pastures, and so he did unfortunately, personally I thought he had as much to offer the game as the other four, however because he left to play abroad by doing this he has ruled himself out of any chance of playing for Ireland, that must have been a tough decision for him to make.
C F ended up in no man's land, he was damned if he stayed as he was unlikely to get the # 10 shirt soon and time was not on his side, so he is about to start wearing the # 10 shirt with Connaught, he has made the right decision imo.
So now we have two left, S P, and H B. on one side and J C on the opposing side, for what it's worth public opinion was always going to row in behind J C for Saturdays match but how will A F react ???
Listening to how S P was treated coming off the pitch last week was nothing short of disgusting, saturated with s##t. How would those boo boys / girls like if it their parents or family was exposed to that level of muck.
Four players from the same province vying for the same team position was / is too big of an ask, in fact there was always going to be one or two sporting casualties that could have been avoided.
supersub15 (National) - 18/02/2026 23:02:29
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Galway Football thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To jm25: "I really don't get this talking down of mchugh kicking ability
He was on for FOTY in 24 and was kicking lovely diagonal ball into comer that year and also kicking super points
Had a down year last year" McHugh isn't a reliable point kicker. He was in great form in 24 yes but he is not a reliable point kicker. If he could add that consistency to his kicking he would go up a level to elite.
Someone mentioned nailing down a solid free taker. It is incredible that we haven't got a consistent free taker and haven't had one since Barry McHugh in 2017/2018. Galway need a player on the pitch who can kick long frees consistently from the ground. That's a lot of scores we have been leaving behind over the years. I don't think there is anyone in the panel at the moment with that skillset?
Someone also mentioned that Comer being fit is dream territory and I think the same can now be said for Walsh. The starting 15 for championship needs to be a team that doesn't rely on Comer or Walsh because they are most often injured/not fully fit. I wouldn't say no to their impact off the bench but realistically we need to plan without them judging on their injury history.
jobseekersbent (National) - 19/02/2026 05:54:02
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Donegal GAA thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To panamasam: "I don't think talk of getting to a league final is getting carried away with those remaining fixtures. The challenges will be welcome especially if there are big rotations. Looking forward to seeing what the more inexperienced lads do and where it takes us. However I would agree in not getting too carried away in the scheme of overall things at this time of the year." The rest of the league will be driven by managing minutes and any niggles players might pick up. If we get to a league final on the back of that great, not the end of the world if we don't either. Getting to the Ulster final and a home draw in the first round of the knock outs has to be priority.
peiledoir20 (National) - 19/02/2026 10:00:01
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Non-Gaa Forum - 2 Like(s)
Replying To Commodore: "Anyone else here think/agree that the Irish Legal system needs a massive overhaul?
Its archaic, ineffective and inefficient, I believe a completely new system is required. Following a series of different legal cases in the past 2-3 years, I have been increasingly left scratching my head at how this current system is allowed to continue." Not sure what cases you're referring to but I agree, it needs a radical overhaul. We need more prisons and longer sentences. Some of the sentences being handed out by judges for serious crime is laughable.
The legal system is a revolving door joke where the legal eagles make serious cash while the multiple
Offenders are let off to re offend.
yew_tree (National) - 19/02/2026 10:31:40
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GAA Football Power Rankings 2026 - 2 Like(s)
For me it's as simple as
1/2 Kerry & Donegal
3. Armagh, Galway, rossies (not in order)
4. Dubs, mayo, Tyrone, Derry (not in order)
5. Meath(maybe harsh)
6. Monaghan, Kildare
And the gap may look big between the top 2 and the rest but I don't think it is I think there is virtually nothing between top 9 except a bit of consistency, many forget this time 2 years ago dubs and Derry contested a league final after Derry ran Kerry close in semi the year before and dubs raining all Ireland champs and then both the dogs for a wee while, that kind of form can happen anyone when so little between all these teams, for me it's whoever can keep squad fit and can build up a bit of form without giving away too much tactically in league, also league good for squad building thats why Kerry slightly ahead for me. But if any of the teams in group 4 or up won I'd not be surprised, all Ireland wife open just like it has been for 3 or 4 years
Liftball (National) - 19/02/2026 16:42:39
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International Rules - 1 Like(s)
Replying To combo: "I wonder would the Irish ladies put it up to them? Is there a good spread of positions shared by Irish girls? I know a lot of the fellas end up at full back" I'd say they'd be very competitive. The depth in the women's game in Australia isn't great. It's still relatively new, and the playing base is quite small. Intercounty LGFA players are coming from a stronger and more established base, and as a result have an advantage currently. Cora Staunton said the talent pool over there was still fairly shallow.
Unlike the men's game which has been around for well over a century. Gaelic footballers are competing against a much bigger pool of players in a sport that has been professional for many decades.
I'd expect the women's side of it to develop fairly quickly though.
WanPintWin (National) - 18/02/2026 22:58:46
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Carlow GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Collio: "It won't." No need to be curt to our Leitrim cousins.
Both counties are the perennial minnows and when they have a chance of some kind of limelight if only temporary . We should allow that.
The Leitrim v Carlow game will have spice enough with the return of messrs Poacher and St. ledger
Blackbog (National) - 18/02/2026 23:13:02
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Roscommon GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To RossieFan1980: "I think Stack, Fallon and Hand are the only definites. If Ben gets back to the form we know he can then he has to play but not on current form." Fully agree with that. Those 3 start from Brigids but I hope Brady retains his place as no.1 keeper. He's been excellent so far imo and he looks a better keeper all round. His kickouts are good, he's excellent under the high ball and even claimed a ball that Carroll would probably have tipped over against Armagh. He also nailed a 45 against the very strong breeze that I think Carroll wouldn't have had the range for. Hard to know if Ben will start for Roscommon come championship. His confidence is probably not great after the club final but i think he has so much to be positive about. The only thing causing him problems is his shooting. I think his ball winning ability is as good as any top forward in the country. Let him do that and release to another player in a better position if hes outside the 21 yard line. Or if hes close to goal he's more than capable of getting a goal. Just tell him not to be going for long range efforts. Great to see so much competition for places and hopefully morale keeps getting better and confidence levels keep getting higher. Loads to be positive about. Roll on Galway in Saturday night. What a shame there is no live coverage of the game. The Gaa really do shoot themselves in the foot when it comes to promoting our brilliant game. Ros Comáin abú
ComainRos (National) - 19/02/2026 00:08:54
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National Football League 2026 - 1 Like(s)
Replying To gaa.88: "I think the league competitions are great and every division has its own drama.So far in division one Donegal look the stand out team and Meath in division two. Looking forward to the Kerry v Dublin clash the weekend.Both teams are lucky they not sitting bottom of table at the moment." Debatable if Meath are the stand out team in Division 2. Afterall they only beat Cavan,Louth with a two pointer with the last attack of the match.
Drax_the_destroyer (National) - 19/02/2026 02:19:20
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Leitrim GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To leitrimabu1: "Interesting post from a supporter at the game. We were restricted to 26 which might explain the panel listed. All of us worry about soft goals & defence in general but Gaffey was outstanding in London while the defence tightened up in the second half.Barry will be used wisely on Sunday but don't see Antrim having the quality of player to neutralise him. Suggest London are a better side than Antrim but I hope our lads don't get too carried away after Ruislip. Antrim are a wounded animal and will want to retrieve their admittedly poor League to date.Agree Carlow will slip up.I hope we don't but I think we have an attack of very talented players." Unfortunately I don't agree with you on them not having the quality of player to lock down B McN. Their midfielder Cathal Hynds is a very good midfielder and I can see him being tasked to lock Barry out. I don't believe he will get the room he did last week. He should still chip in with 2 or 3 points that being said.
Hopefully I am wrong and he scores another 12 points.
southleitrim_mafia (National) - 19/02/2026 11:39:31
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Dublin GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Fionn: "Well congrats x4.... you could have your kid playing for Meath in the future.... lol ;o)
A lot has changed since Covid tbh. It really knocked the **** out of a lot of things.
Only recently are things and people really getting anywhere near back to the way it was pre Covid.
With the lower crowds now going to Dublin games it is just a pity we dont have a stadium of our own to cater for say 20,000 fans. Cant see any stadium development happening now....
Ah the game has changed a lot. The 2 point rule needs a couple of tweaks but it is the biggest game changer imo.
A lot of teams have really taken advantage of it, whereas we look like we are new to it in comparison.
As I have said many times, we took our eye off the ball at underage.
We have very little coming through. Shockingly very little.
It will be about 5 years before we see a big improvement there.
Interesting listening to Ger's post match interview where he seems prepared to take the risk of relegation if it means a better run in Leinster. And I fully agree with him on this. We just need to be patient with him I guess and trust the process.
A few of the regular diehards still go to the Hill, even in atrocious conditions. I have to admit I much prefer the previous GAA calendar. Absolutely no room for injuries now at all, with the condensed season.
I think our Hurlers have the right man in charge. Really hope we can win another Leinster in Hurling.
And I wouldnt be one bit surprised if we win a Leinster Hurling title before another Leinster Football title..
Now who would have thought that a couple of years ago.. Times have really changed... ;o)" It's wild to think that Dublin supporters would have dropped off so much in such a short space of time, I was taken aback at the double header last weekend as was expecting the Dublin fans to start flooding in after our game but it never happened. This is something that's endemic in GAA in general, speaking from experience of following Meath around the country for years, some of our attendances through the 2010/20s were in the hundreds not thousands. I've always felt GAA supporters outside of the hardcores are incredibly fickle, and will just stop going to games/following the team if the success isn't there, but what that does is just further hurt your county as it impacts players motivation, impacts the desire of the underage players coming through and the "I wouldn't even watch them if they were playing out in the back garden" mentality festers through a county.
And yet, when the momentum comes back into a team all these fans start flooding back like nothing happened, it's the case with Meath now where we're on a good trajectory and don't get me wrong it's great to have some atmosphere at games but does annoy me that fans just want to be there for the good times, that's not how sport works, your team is your team regardless of where they're at, and if people can't be bothered to follow them in the bad times they don't deserve them in the good times.
Dublin are on a bit of a low eb at the minute but besides maybe the player development, it seemed fairly clear last year Dessie Farrell had his end in sight and wasn't willing to adapt to the new rules and I think that's set yous back, we adopted the new rules straight away as O'Rourke left the team with no structure or plan so was easy for us and that's a part of why we did well last year.
I don't actually think Dublin are as poor as people are saying as there's still a lot of good players on that team and no subsequent team could ever follow the success of that 2010s/20s one. Having that Meath/Dublin rivalry of old is what we all want and I don't think it's a million miles away.
LowerHogan (National) - 19/02/2026 12:14:31
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Non-Gaa Forum - 1 Like(s)
Andrew might finally break into a sweat :P
Lockjaw (National) - 19/02/2026 12:18:14
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Roscommon GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To dave1988: "The only thing is where do you fit hand in this team? Dowd won't drop his vice captain ruanne and rightly so. He's been very good so far. Enda and darragh henaghan aren't getting dropped either. Two positions open are corner forward and wing back" I'd imagine if they are impressing in training he'll put them in a match day 26, then bring them on if required .
Fallon for Ward maybe and Hand for Darragh H.
Then if they impress they'll be in with a shout for the starting 15.
Seanfan (National) - 19/02/2026 15:07:40
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Roscommon GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
For me we have to find a way to get Conor Hand into this team. The thoughts of him and Darragh Heneghan as our wing forwards would frighten every half back line in the country, just a serious amount of pace there.
But as another poster outlined and I agreed Dylan Ruane is undropable atm. He's been excellent so far and IMO was wrongly taken off vs Kerry (a conversion for another day). You could play Ruane at wing back, but Senan Lambe has been brilliant so far and that's also a position I would play Colm Neary. Another player I feel we need to get into the starting 15. Thought he had a fine game when introduced last Sunday.
Brady remains number 1 for me. Minus the goal in Killarney (just felt you need your keeper to be dealing with those high balls in around the square), hasn't put a foot wrong
But hey isn't it great to de debating who we'd like to see come in and further strengthen a team in form.
GerBo (National) - 19/02/2026 15:28:33
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