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Roscommon GAA thread - 3 Like(s)
Replying To ball1: "Reports online of Ben O'Carroll being utterly heartbroken well after the final whistle yesterday, as the team headed out of Croke Park - almost had to be held up walking out.
You would have to really feel for Ben. He's going to play them plays over in his head for a long time - whatever about the missed chances, but the two turnovers late on especially.
Hopefully we see him get his chance again in Croke Park to redeem himself." No doubt the management team and Brigids supporters will rally around Ben and the other players and support them. Ben is a quality player and remains so. Important for other Roscommon supporters to support him also. Shane Cunnane missed a difficult free/50 to draw the 2024 final and came back to have a great game yesterday. I expect Ben to do the same.
Time for a sports psychologist to maybe support the players and indeed the management at this time.
I am not an expert, but taking a prolonged time out and dwelling on the hundreds of small incidents that occurred in the game might not be a great idea and do their heads in. Maybe the best thing would be for the county players to get back playing for the Rossies after a shorter break than if they had won. No doubt some people will disagree.
I am not from St Bridgets but watched the match from 5,000 miles away on line. I was a proud Rossie watching the game. Keep the heads up lads if any of you are reading this. Your time will come are you are a fantastic team giving it 100% for your club and county.
letsgetgoing (National) - 19/01/2026 21:16:07
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Non-Gaa Forum - 2 Like(s)
Replying To Doylerwex: "We know what you think.
Somebody said "it belongs to Denmark, end of story". That's an outrageous statement and people are right to call it out." What are you talking about? How are we comparing America deciding to take over Greenland and Venezuela as the same as the super complicated issue of Irish unity?
It's a totally separate issue. I want a United Ireland. Feel free to discuss it. But it's not the same thing. Lads on here hijacking it as if they are more Irish than others. It's childish stuff.
TheFlaker (National) - 20/01/2026 10:20:24
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Allianz Boycott - 2 Like(s)
Replying To S1234: "No politics should be left out of the gaa ." Agree with that in general. What Israel has done in Gaza is appalling but this smacks of grandstanding.
BarneyGrant (National) - 20/01/2026 13:30:40
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Non-Gaa Forum - 2 Like(s)
Replying To Square_B: "If a border poll was called in the morning it wouldn't pass and the calls for another poll will diminish. Do you want that because I certainly don't. I want a poll to pass resoundingly. You get one shot at it, that's it." There was an overwhelming vote for Irish unity and independence in 1918. Brits refused to recognise it and partitioned country to ensure a majority in six counties for staying in UK.
A border poll held on that basis would not be legitimate and in any even would not pass. SF keep on about it as it distracts from what they are doing: Running part of Ireland under license from Westminster.
Of course Greenland shouldn't be taken by the Americans. Mad stuff. Just as mad as England claiming part of our country. Except they are already here!
BarneyGrant (National) - 20/01/2026 13:26:49
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Leitrim GAA thread - 2 Like(s)
Hamstring injury. Unlikely to be available this weekend.
Dodgy_Pass (National) - 20/01/2026 13:06:35
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Non-Gaa Forum - 2 Like(s)
Replying To TheFlaker: "Go on then Barney. Give us your solution." Nationalists should do as they did after 1916 and abstain from Stormont and administration and demand 32 county referendum.
Passive resistance as it were. Would require backing of Dublin government probably. That's what SF ought to be at.
BarneyGrant (National) - 20/01/2026 14:50:48
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Non-Gaa Forum - 2 Like(s)
Replying To Doylerwex: "How much of a majority do you want on the Island?" There's surely already a majority. Of course one way of ensuring a majority don't vote that way in a referendum is by not having one......
Viking66 (National) - 20/01/2026 10:04:51
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Roscommon GAA thread - 2 Like(s)
Well lads
I just wanted to pay tribute to a gallant Brigids team yesterday who played such a big part in a terrific final. It's absolutely a killer blow but if they can dust themselves down, they have an age profile to come back again
I also heard the report that Ben OCarroll was inconsolable which is heartbreaking to hear. From afar here in South Mayo I think he's a really classy player. I'd say it's one of those things where he knew the expectation on him and the more that went wrong, the more he tried to correct it. It doesn't change my view on him, I think he's a class act
Also finally no 5 Ruaidhrí Fallon. Incredible leadership not just for the equaliser but the timing of all his scores yesterday. So comfortable on the ball, reminds me of a no 5 from Mayo in the not too distant past
Finally best of luck for the season ahead. I'm glad ye have moved onto new management it was badly needed imo
Roco88 (National) - 19/01/2026 23:02:02
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Non-Gaa Forum - 2 Like(s)
Lads have a debate about having a United Ireland if you wish. But throwing into the mix of what's happening currently is absolutely embarrassing. And claiming you are more Irish than everyone else because you are talking about it is even more embarrassing.
TheFlaker (National) - 19/01/2026 20:40:22
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Galway Hurling thread - 2 Like(s)
Replying To TanCanRan: "It doesn't look so funny now, does it?
Conor Cooney wouldn't have missed that handy free Killeen did to bring it back to a one-score game in a Thomas' jersey at least." I agree with you until loughrea get a freetaker in the Cooney or Canning conversation rate they will struggle to win the big one look back at all the previous galway club all ireland winners they all had top free takers
minor77 (National) - 19/01/2026 19:01:46
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Dublin GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
Dublin players should cop on and leave politics to the politicians
jacktheboy (National) - 20/01/2026 16:07:48
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Non-Gaa Forum - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Square_B: "Maybe you should re-read my post and take off those rose tinted glasses." Don't have to re- read your post, Did you just suggest to someone that they read the GFA, I suggest you have a quick look at it yourself before lecturing someone else.
tireoghainabu (National) - 20/01/2026 15:53:55
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Allianz Boycott - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Tirchonaill1: "Don't know what difference it will make,
then again though if you look at what the Dunnes Stores workers achieved by their boycott of South African goods in the 80's then maybe it will achieve something I don't know.
People will still buy insurance of Allianz though." This narrative is wearing thin "no point in doing anything because it will make no difference". For sure if everyone stands idly by and keep their mouths shut there will be no change.
sligo joe (National) - 20/01/2026 15:25:06
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Non-Gaa Forum - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Square_B: "In your head there's a majority. It is true there's a slim majority of Catholic's in the North but it is far more complicated that that. Funny enough not all Catholics want a United Ireland. The last thing anyone wants is another Brexit, it has to pass by a good majority. As it stands any border poll would likely be marginally defeated which is no good for anyone as there won't be a second shot at it." Good post. I am currently reading Fintan O'Toole and Sam McBride's "The Case For & Against a United Ireland"
Each contributor puts forward arguments for and against. It really is very interesting reading.
Anyone thinking that a united Ireland vote would simply romp home in any border poll is sadly mistaken.
Lockjaw (National) - 20/01/2026 13:03:03
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Allianz Boycott - 1 Like(s)
Replying To S1234: "No politics should be left out of the gaa ." Politics is what goes on in Dáil Éireann. Genocide and war crimes have nothing to do with politics.
sligo joe (National) - 20/01/2026 14:54:39
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Allianz Boycott - 1 Like(s)
Replying To SixtiesKid: "I am in favour of anything we can do to make the life of the Palestinian people better. We all recognize the injustice perpetuated on them for over 80 years.
However making empty gestures towards multi nationals will have no effect whatsoever on their plight, and while it may us feel better about ourselves and our committment to justice, it will do nothing whatever for the people in Gaza and The West bank." So we should only consider actions that will have a measurable positive effect by your reasoning. However all of these gestures of support can incrementally turn the tide, anyone that is suffering welcomes gestures of support. That is why they are welcomed by the spokespersons of the oppressed.
By this silly logic maybe we should keep quiet when people are bereaved etc sure offering condolences is not going to change their situation.
If the players are against the continued sponsorship deal with Allianz they are correct to demonstrate. This popular narrative being regularly put out there "no point in doing anything because it will make no difference" is music to the ears of the perpetrators of injustice.
sligo joe (National) - 20/01/2026 14:51:30
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Non-Gaa Forum - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Square_B: "In your head there's a majority. It is true there's a slim majority of Catholic's in the North but it is far more complicated that that. Funny enough not all Catholics want a United Ireland. The last thing anyone wants is another Brexit, it has to pass by a good majority. As it stands any border poll would likely be marginally defeated which is no good for anyone as there won't be a second shot at it." Wrong on two points. A border poll does not have to pass by a good majority and secondly there will be a second shot at it or third shot for that matter if required. Obviously it would be great if it passed first time with a good majority.
tireoghainabu (National) - 20/01/2026 14:25:44
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Wexford Hurling Thread - 1 Like(s)
Replying To Viking66: "Not sure but maybe both O'Learys. Not sure about Firman but he was on the good u21 team we had in 2018 and has become a very good adult hurler. He was in before, when Davy was manager.Dempsey is in. Jackos operation is a precautionary procedure." Eoin O leary done well corner back arite. Think Diarmuid really looks like he could be inter county potential. Conor Firman came on in the Leinster final in 2019 if memory serves me right. Still only only 27/28 I think. Philip Dempsey was solid for the Martins to be fair . Hopefully Jacko's rehab goes well and he wont be too far out. Disappointed to read today that Conor Mac is unavailable think he still has a lot to offer Wexford
Afinestick96 (National) - 20/01/2026 14:11:06
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Dublin GAA thread - 1 Like(s)
What's happening in the world today sees stark injustice growing by the second. Its a small gesture against that, but that's all it is going to be, a simple gesture by a small group of amateur sportsmen, which they are entitled to do. They own their own values/image and they are not obliged to stand in front of any sort of branding.
I agree that politics and sport should probably not mix, sports (especially amateur sports ) should be about escapism from the daily horrific news.
I respect their gesture but I'd be more hoping to see them defend better as a unit, and then try to take advantage of the new rules while getting more 2 pointers on the scoreboard.
Beelzedub (National) - 20/01/2026 14:02:05
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Non-Gaa Forum - 1 Like(s)
Replying To SouthGalway: "Sounds like a good book. The Brexit thing makes it even more complex than it already was. lol. Does anyone ever consider if the North became its own country independent of Ireland and England?" Do you mean the whole (real) north of Ireland or just the wee north?
Tirchonaill1 (National) - 20/01/2026 13:52:44
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