+ Galway regrets

+ Football Year review

+ Hurling Year review

+ And Martin & Tomás pick their Player of the Year

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+ ⁠Special guest Kerry’s Darragh Ó Sé joins us for preview 

+ ⁠Clare back at the top of the hurling world 

+ ⁠Extra time confusion 

+ And has anybody got a spare ticket for Michael Lyster?

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+ ⁠Special guest Cyril Farrell joins Tomas Mulcahy for preview 

+ ⁠Martin looks back at football semi-finals as Galway & Armagh make big decider 

+ ⁠Who will be the next Galway SH Manager? 

+ And tickets, tickets, tickets

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+ ⁠Clare bounce back to beat the Cats

+ ⁠Preview 2 mouth-watering All Ireland SFC semi-finals 

⁠+ And remembering the great John O’Mahony RIP

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+ The final 4 in football

+ 13-man Tipperary land minor hurling crown

+ Preview of 2 mouth watering All Ireland SHC semi-finals

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+ ⁠A review of another action packed weekend 

+ GAA scheduling of games debate continues 

+ Preview of the All Ireland SFC Q/finals

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+ ⁠Hurling quarter-finals preview 

⁠+ The Championship structure debate continues 

⁠+ Jarlath Burns & the Tailteann Cup

⁠+ And Martin talks calves, commerce & Putin

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+ Football Preview (round 3)

+ Aidan O’Shea’s 90th Championship appearance

+ Checking the scores during mass

+ And backroom teams of 53

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+ ⁠Cork footballers upset the odds 

+ ⁠Offaly U20 hurlers shine 

⁠+ Fall off in county players at a young age 

⁠+ Preview to Munster & Leinster SHC Finals 

⁠+ And Michael goes all 007 

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- ⁠Carlow relegation 

- ⁠Poor refereeing decisions 

- ⁠Football review & preview 

- ⁠The history of hurling 

- ⁠Simple Minds controversy 

- ⁠And TGOS celebrates its 1st anniversary

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- ⁠Extraordinary scenes in Ennis “no place in GAA for it” - Tomás

- ⁠"A fraught time for Derry" - Martin 

- ⁠Post-match pitch invasions 

- ⁠And Michael on his grandmother and umbrella gate

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- Cork’s win “sensational’

- The Jim McGuinness factor 

- ⁠Is penalties the best way to decide games?

- Louth’s impressive display v Dublin

- ⁠GAA GO debate continues 

- ⁠Carlow tame Cats as London shock Offaly

- ⁠The hot end of the season begins

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- Gleeson shines in CSFC Final drama

- Strange refereeing decisions over the weekend 

- “It wasn’t a good day for Galway hurlers” - Tomás

- The role of the defender

- Michael on Manchester United and Martin’s big date in Donegal

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+ Jimmy’s winning matches

+ ’I was expecting a bit more from Galway’ - Tomás

+ The definition of ‘schmozzle’

+ Galway against Mayo - neigbours & old rivals

+ And Poitín in dressing room

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+ ⁠Green giants Limerick 

+ ⁠Aidan O’Shea’s performance of the year 

+ ⁠An act of grand larceny in Sligo 

+ ⁠And Michael on his goalkeeping days & hang gliding out of Salthill

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+ Hurling Championship- all eyes on Ennis

+ Tipperary Camogie back at the top table

+ Poor attendances & overpriced tickets

+ And rain, rappers and backroom team barbers?

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+ ⁠AHL Final preview 

+ ⁠AFL Finals review

+ ⁠Martin’s trip to the Big Apple 

+ ⁠Michael the meteorologist 

+ ⁠And Tomás’s plans for a GAA World Cup

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+ Two best teams in AHL Final

+ The GAA and lack of Championship promotion 

+ ⁠Ticket prices

+ ⁠Injuries 

+ ⁠And Michael and his own on-field tactic

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• AFL & AHL review 
• League Finals debate 
• The role of the goalkeeper
•  Costs, competitions & conditions 
• AFL preview - who is going to stay up and who is going down? 
• And Tomás drinking cocktails by the pool

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+ Exciting times for Clare

+ Red cards in Salthill

+ Tomás celebrates Oscar glory

+ AFL & AHL preview

+ And Martin at the movies

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+ GAA rule changes

+ AHL preview

+ GAA mouth guards & helmets

+ Martin on igloos & staying warm 

+ Tribute to Dan McCartan RIP

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+ Derry’s winning streak continues

+ Limerick hurlers shine

+ Allianz Football League (Round 5) preview

+ Some GAA rules “a farce”

+ Armagh, AC Milan and Martin’s geography lesson

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+ “Mickey Harte’s mark is all over this (Derry) team

+ What’s going on in Kildare?

+ AFL (Round 4) & AHL (Round 3) preview

+ College Finals

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+ GAA player welfare & 9 games in 31 days 

+ Allianz Football League preview & Kerry v Mayo showdown 

+ The Koreans, KFC & county boards calling out managers 

+ And is hurling in a good place or not?

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+ Open draw for GAA Championships debate 

+ College competitions & demands on players

+ Tomás’s gift to Michael🎂

+ And Biden, big showdowns and partying in Galway

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+ GAA injuries 

+ Allianz Hurling League Preview 

+ Rashford, relegation and the Rossies

+ And Davy Fitzgerald and hurling in the dark

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+ Allianz Football League preview

+ 2024 & Championship contenders 

+ Club Finals review 

+ Rallying, rebels & rough weather

+ And Michael’s letter to Max Verstappen

Join us for Episode 24 of our podcast, where we have a new analyst joining the team - Martin Carney! We'll be discussing the upcoming Allianz Leagues and giving you a preview of what to expect. We'll also discuss the contenders for the 2024 Championship and review the recent Club Finals. Plus, we'll be chatting about the world of rallying, rebels, and rough weather. Michael drafts a heartfelt letter to Max Verstappen. Tune in for all this and more on our latest episode! 

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+ Best job of my life

+ Cork, covid & Croke Park

+ The split season

+ GAA GO

+ The future of hurling

+ Decompressing & returning to college

In a revealing episode of “The Game on Sunday” podcast hosted by Michael Lyster, GAA President Larry McCarthy shared profound insights into his presidency, addressing key challenges and future prospects of Gaelic games. Joined by Tomas Mulcahy, the trio delved into various topics, including the state of hurling, player welfare, and the integration of non-nationals into Gaelic games.

+ A Term Defined by COVID-19 and Broadcasting Evolution

Larry McCarthy’s presidency coincided with the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reflecting on this period, he noted, “It was very difficult the first couple of months,” contrasting his role in reopening games with his predecessor’s role in their closure. McCarthy also highlighted the importance of GAA GO, the organization’s broadcasting service, in ensuring game access when traditional broadcasters opted out.

+ Addressing the Cost of Running County Teams

Tomas Mulcahy raised concerns about the escalating costs of running county teams, a topic that has stirred considerable debate in GAA circles. Responding, McCarthy emphasized county autonomy in financial decisions: “The decision is made to spend that money is at that local level… if you can’t afford it, you can’t afford it.”

+ The Future of Hurling and Integration Efforts

Discussing hurling, McCarthy detailed efforts to expand the sport in less dominant regions, citing the South Ulster Junior Developmental Hurling League as a success story. On integrating non-nationals, McCarthy believed that understanding Ireland entails engaging with GAA, though he acknowledged soccer’s dominance among newcomers.

+ Personal Reflections and Advice to Successor

As McCarthy nears the end of his term, he offered simple advice to his successor, Jarlath Burns: “Enjoy it… Embrace it.” McCarthy plans to return to his academic role in the United States but remains open to future GAA involvement.

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+ Club, county & life after the jersey

+ Taking up a new sport

+ Mickey Harte and the magic sauce

+ Joe Brolly & crossing the line

+ And Tomás on remembering the great Teddy McCarthy

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+ Goals win matches 

+ Special times

+ Parents, parish & perseverance 

+ The condensed season 

+ And life after Tipperary “I knew I was ready to go”

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A captivating conversation with Seamus Callanan, a luminary of Irish hurling. This podcast peels back the layers of Seamus's storied career, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the highs and lows that have defined his journey in the sport.

Seamus opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped his career, from his unexpected entry into the world of elite hurling to the emotional and strategic intricacies of deciding when to hang up his hurl. He brings to life the intense camaraderie and team spirit that fueled his years on the pitch, highlighting the unbreakable bonds formed with teammates.

A focal point of the discussion is the evolution of hurling – how the sport has transformed in its demands and what it means for today's athletes. Seamus provides an insider’s perspective on the balancing act between rigorous training schedules and maintaining a personal life, offering an honest look at the pressures faced by modern hurlers.

Listeners are also treated to Seamus's recollections of his most memorable game moments, including a detailed account of what he considers his greatest goal. His vivid storytelling transports us onto the field, sharing the exhilaration and intensity of championship matches.

This episode is not just for hurling enthusiasts but for anyone interested in the journey of a sportsman who has experienced the zenith of success and the challenge of adapting to a rapidly changing sporting landscape. Join us for an enriching and intimate conversation with Seamus Callanan, where every anecdote and insight sheds light on the heart and soul of hurling.

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+ College to Croke Park

+ 1980 & A year to remember 

+ Hurt, hot water and winning hotels 

+ Galway in Munster 

+ And life on The Sunday Game

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+ The ‘never give up’ mindset 

+ Memories and moments 

+ The GPA past, present & future

+ And what the GAA needs to do with the fixtures calendar

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+ Lewis Hamilton hydration

+ Losing loved ones  

+ 6am training sessions 

+ Jim Gavin 

+ Scoring 1-2 v Mayo on your birthday 

+ And business, Ballymun and future ambitions

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David Gough gives us a fascinating insight into the world of refereeing. 

• He talks pressure, planning & preparation for big days out.
• GAA headquarters and why referees should be consulted on rule changes.
• And tennis, Latin and his love for Joe Brolly.

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• Ray Silke on a year to remember.
• Pat Spillane on the Clifford’s and the “conveyor belt”.
• Lack of promotion in GAA.
• Tomás Mulcahy on a “national rollout in hurling”.
• Is there a crisis in refereeing?
• And the return of Jim McGuinness.

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• LGFA legend Valerie Mulcahy on career, competitions and women in sport.
• “Dublin blew Kerry away” - Pat Spillane on last Sunday’s Ladies SFC Final.
• And the panel talk cruciate ligaments, PE in school and a memorable weekend for Johnny Murtagh

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• “Cork had a monster day”- Aoife Sheehan reviews last Sunday’s decider 
• Galway LGFA star Olivia Divilly on heartbreak & elation, Aussie Rules and who will win this Sunday
• Remembering the great Jimmy Cooney RIP
• And the panel talk horses in New York lifts, role models and why Tomás Mulcahy should resign

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• “Best team won” - Pat Spillane reviews last Sunday’s decider 
• Tomás Mulcahy looks ahead to Camogie Finals triple header - “Cork are raging hot favourites”
• The panel talk swarm tackling, Irish dancing and who is their ‘Footballer of the Year’ 

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Special guest Conor McManus on career, county and “championship disappointments.”

Tomás on Limerick’s magnificent 4-in-a-row “it was incredible to watch.”

“Our El Clásico” - Pat looks ahead to the Dublin v Kerry decider. 

And the panel talk speed dating, special days and “paddywhackery” on RTE Up for the Match 

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The panel on Frank Sinatra, using Latin & the Tailteann Cup Final and why Donal Og Cusack is wrong

And Tomás previews camogie’s final 4 and looks ahead to a “fascinating hurling final” between champions Limerick and Kilkenny 

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An exclusive interview with Kildare football legend and manager Glenn Ryan 

“The save of the century”- Tomás reviews the hurling semi-finals 

The panel discuss sheep and scuffles on the Hill 

And Pat looks ahead to the football semi-finals - “everyone wants the dream final”

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• An exclusive interview with Cork hurling star Patrick Horgan 
• “The cream is coming to the top” - Pat reviews the football quarter-finals 
• The panel discuss Hawkeye, GAA GO and why football is a hard watch at times 
• And Tomás looks ahead to the hurling semi-finals and two “fascinating contests” 

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Pat talks TV, the Tailteann Cup & Top of the Pops.

Football & hurling weekend review as Galway dreams of a double end.

‘Amateur players need time to rest and recover. It’s an absolute joke’ - Pat.

And Tomás on hurling’s final 4 - ‘Two rip-roaring games ahead of us next week’.

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• Cork GAA legend Rena Buckley on female stars ‘playing under protest’.
• Pat Spillane looks back at an incredible weekend in football and two teams who are 'timing their run to perfection'.
• ‘This is at a different level, this is huge’ Tomás on this weekend’s hurling quarter finals.
• And Pat previews a bumper weekend in football with no second chances.

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* Tomás on Limerick’s “incredible” 5-in-a-row.

* “Football tactics are infiltrating the game of hurling” - Pat 

* Aaron Maguire, meeting TJ Reid & Kilkenny

* Poor refereeing, half empty stadiums and VAR

* And Pat looks ahead to a “super football weekend” in the qualifiers

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A special tribute to the great Teddy McCarthy RIP 

Tomàs on the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship Final - “Time for Galway hurlers to make a statement.” 

“Fever pitch” - the big match preview to Limerick v Clare. 

Pat talks about Roscommon, the Russians and using common sense. 

And Michael on hot days, player burnout & factor 50.

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- Tomàs on Cork’s exit from the hurling championship - “It’s a heavy price to pay”

- Pat talks sports psychology and Tina Turner

- Things get heated in studio between Tomàs and Pat on a certain subject

- Michael tells Tomàs to “get off the stage” as the Cork legend talks about the double.

- And Pat tells us why he won’t be going to Páirc Ui Chaoimh to watch his beloved Kerry this weekend.

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The “new” split season is still an issue for them with too many games, played too close together and the entire competition is over much too soon.

The pundits also share their thoughts on the recent interaction between Joanne Cantwell and Dónal Óg Cusack on The Sunday Game in relation to comments he made about the Tailteann Cup. Michael, Tomás & Pat give their views on the situation, having been there themselves.

On the field, Pat Spillane looks at the Kerry performance and gives his thoughts on what it tells us about the All-Ireland contenders. While in hurling Tomás Mulcahy looks back at a remarkable Munster Senior Hurling Championship so far.

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