Hawkeye Sidekick Podcast

Episode 170: Limerick and Clare secure Allianz Hurling League Division 1A and 1B titles

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:39:40 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the 2026 Allianz Hurling Division 1A and 1B finals.

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Episode 169: Allianz Hurling League 2026 1A and 1B Final Preview

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:31:53 GMT

On this opening episode for 2026, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the league campaign so far and preview the 1A and 1B Allianz Hurling League finals.

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Episode 168: Masterful Tipperary win Liam McCarthy

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:19:20 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the 2025 All Ireland SHC final. A final which saw Tipperary masterfully produce their best performance of the year to derail Cork's All Ireland title ambitions.

Topics

All Ireland SHC Debrief 00:00 - 52:31

End of season team of the year, highs and lows 52:30 - 71:15

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Episode 167: 2025 All Ireland SHC Final Preview Show

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:45:55 GMT

On this latest episode, James Mulcare and I are delighted to have Niall O'Meara on the show to preview the Cork vs Tipperary All Ireland SHC final. Niall won Liam McCarthy with Tipperary in 2016 and 2019 in a standout intercounty career. A man of vast experience who knows what it takes to win Liam McCarthy!

In this preview show, we cover the key pregame talking points ahead of the final and look at how the players will be preparing for the big day this week.

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Episode 166: Dublin upset Limerick in Croke Park shock as Tipperary setup rivalries with Kilkenny next

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:01:04 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and James Mulcare as we reflect on Dublin senior hurlers superb win over Limerick, Tipp's routine win over Galway and look ahead to the All Ireland Minor Hurling final.

Agenda

Dublin stun Limerick - 0:00 to 30:44

Tipp beat Galway - 30:45 to 45:33

All Ireland Minor Final Preview - 45:34 to 56:31

John West 2025 Hurling Feile Review - 56:32 to 60;10

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Episode 165: 2025 All Ireland SHC Quarter Final Preview and All Ireland Minor Hurling Semi-Final Review

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:04:30 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on more sensational minor hurling action and preview the 2025 All Ireland SHC quarter finals. We also look at the future of the All Ireland Preliminary quarter finals given the big winning margins in Newbridge and Portlaoise.

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Episode 164: 2025 Joe McDonagh Cup, Munster and Leinster SHC Final Preview

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 15:03:20 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we preview the upcoming Joe McDonagh, Munster and Leinster SHC finals and reflect on U20 All Ireland hurling glory for Tipperary last weekend against Kilkenny.

Agenda

- Joe McDonagh Cup preview (00:00 to 9:45 min).

- Christy Ring, Nicky Rackard and Lory Meagher final reviews (9:50 minute onwards)

- Munster SHC preview (17:00 min onwards)

- Leinster SHC preview (32:40 min onwards)

- All Ireland U20 final review (45:20 min onwards)

- All Ireland Minor quarter final review (53:55 min onwards)

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Episode 163: Goodbye 2025 Hurling Robin Series

Wed, 28 May 2025 13:52:39 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the end of the provincial and Joe McDonagh Cup 2025 round robin series.

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Episode 162: Super Hurling Sunday

Thu, 15 May 2025 22:56:08 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we reflect on keynote wins for Tipperary and Galway in round three action last weekend. We look ahead to a sensational round four fixture list in Munster and Leinster this weekend.

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Episode 161: Deise Rising, Parnell Park and Pairc Ui Chaoimh drama

Thu, 01 May 2025 22:37:29 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the key moments from Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh Cup round two action. We preview the mouthwatering Munster SHC fixture between Waterford and Limerick.

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Episode 160: Epic Munster SHC openers as home teams secure Leinster SHC opening round wins

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:04:07 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on a sensational Munster SHC opening weekend. We review the Leinster SHC and Joe McDonagh opening rounds and look ahead to round two of the championships this weekend.

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Episode 159: 2025 Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC Preview

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 23:03:45 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we eagerly await the start of the 2025 Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC campaigns.

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Episode 158: 2025 Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B Final Reflections

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:54:46 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins as we reflect on Cork and Waterford's league final triumphs. We end the show with a look back at the league overall and praise Waterford in their early season underage campaign successes to date.

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Episode 157: Allianz Hurling Final League Final Reflections and Previews

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 22:44:47 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the the Allianz Hurling League finals played last weekend. We also look ahead to the 1A and 1B hurling final scheduled for Pairc Ui Chaoimh this weekend.

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Episode 156: Thurles CBS glory as the Allianz Hurling League regular season draws to a close

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 01:00:12 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the latest Allianz Hurling League fixtures and Croke Cup final triumph for Thurles CBS.

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Episode 155: Red cards, Cusack Park rout and Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B round six roundup

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 23:33:08 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we reflect on the recent Allianz hurling league action as red card dominate discussions.

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Episode 154: Allianz Hurling League Round 5 and 6 Reflections

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:59:40 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we reflect on last weekend's excellent round five Allianz hurling league action and look ahead to round six of 1A and 1B competitions.

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Episode 153: Supreme UL, 2025 Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B round four preview

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:21:08 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we preview round four of the Allianz Hurling league and reflect on UL collegiate success in Fitzgibbon and Ashbourne Cup competitions.

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Episode 152: Carlow Rising, Galway Reaction, Cork and Limerick renew their rivalry in Allianz Hurling league action

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 18:39:50 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we reflect on round two of the 2025 Allianz 1A and 1B Hurling Leagues as well as reflect on Harty Cup final glory for Thurles CBS.

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Episode 151: 2025 Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B Early Reflections

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:15:25 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we reflect on the opening round of Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B action last weekend as well as looking ahead to round two scheduled for this weekend.

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Episode 150: Na Fianna glory. 2025 Allianz National Hurling League preview

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:48:03 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on Na Fianna's All Ireland SHC club triumph and preview the start of the 2025 Allianz Hurling League.

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Episode 149: Hurling Podcast Christmas Special

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:26:20 GMT

On our final 2024 podcast episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we review the All Ireland club hurling and camogie championship fixtures and reflect on our highs and lows of 2024.

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Episode 148: All Ireland Club Hurling Final places up for grabs

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:38:52 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we preview the All Ireland Senior Club Hurling and Camogie fixtures this weekend and react to intercounty squad news from the past week.

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Episode 147: Senior Club Hurling Provincial Final Showdown

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:48:24 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we look ahead to the provincial senior hurling club finals in Leinster, Munster and Ulster.

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Episode 146: Ulster extra time drama, club provincial shocks and intercounty news reaction

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:50:54 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we reflect on last weekend's excellent senior club action, look ahead to the Leinster senior club hurling championship semi-finals and and reflect on several intercounty news items from the past week.

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Episode 145: Loughrea glory, provincial club heats up as O'Donnell commits to Dublin footballers

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 18:26:46 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh as we preview the provincial senior hurling club action this weekend, reflect on Loughrea's Galway SHC final triumph last weekend and react to Eoghan O'Donnell Dublin football switch for 2025.

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Episode 144: All Stars Hurling Awards Review, Ballygunner pass stiff Doon test as St. Martin's win the Wexford SHC final.

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 19:48:35 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we reflect on the All Stars hurling awards, Ballygunner's hard fought win over Doon, St. Martin's Wexford county final and look ahead to the Galway SHC final this weekend.

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Episode 143: Imokilly, Kilcormac-Killoughey and Cushendall are senior club county champions!

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 19:03:24 GMT

On this latest Hawkeye Sidekick hurling podcast episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on senior club hurling final wins for Imokilly, Kilcormac-Killoughey and Cushendall, comment on contrasting intercounty hurling player news from Limerick and Tipperary and conclude with a preview the county finals on tap this weekend in Clare, Dublin, Limerick and Kilkenny.

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Episode 142: Loughmore-Castleiney victorious as Cork, Clare SHC 2024 finals take centre stage

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 22:41:42 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we marvel at the exploits of Loughmore Castleleiney GAA club, reflect on Dan McCormack's Tipperary intercounty retirement and look ahead to several keynote county senior club fixtures scheduled for this weekend. Well worth a listen! #gaa #hurling

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Episode 141: Bonner Maher retires from Tipperary as SHC club county championships move into the latter stages

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 21:18:26 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and special guest David Bulfin as we review where we stand in several club senior county championships and reflect on the intercounty retirement of Patrick Bonner Maher from Tipperary. #gaa #gaabeo #hurling

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Episode 140: 2024 All Ireland SHC Final Reflections & End of Season Review

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 22:58:09 GMT

On this final episode of the intercounty hurling podcast series for this year, I am joined by Kieran Collins, Ruairi Walsh and special guest Des Mythen as we dissect the epic All Ireland SHC final and reflect on the senior intercounty year. Thanks for all the support throughout the year. We hope to be back before year end to discuss the club championship. #gaa #gaabeo #hurling

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Episode 139: 2024 All Ireland SHC Final Preview Show

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 23:16:38 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins, Ruairi Walsh, Simon Stokes and special guest Cork hurling maestro Kieran 'Fraggy' Murphy as we preview the All Ireland SHC final between Clare and Cork.

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Episode 138: 2013 All Ireland SHC Final Repeat

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 21:43:59 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by James Mulcare and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on Clare and Cork's excellent All Ireland SHC semi-final wins to recreate the 2013 All Ireland SHC final pairing. Limerick's historic drive for five halted while Kilkenny ponder potential key player retirements in the off-season.

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Episode 137: All Ireland Minor Final Review / All Ireland SHC Preview Show

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 23:07:52 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins, Ruairi Walsh and special guest Keith Rossiter as we reflect on last weekend's epic All Ireland minor final win for Tipperary and look ahead to this weekend's All Ireland SHC semi-finals.

Note

There are audio tech gremlin with this episode starting from ten minutes in. Apologies for the sound quality issues. We will look to rectify for next week's episode.

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Episode 136: All Ireland SHC Quarter Final Review and All Ireland Minor Hurling Final Preview Show

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:17:40 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Ruairi Walsh and special guest Dave Clohessy as we review Cork and Clare's win in All Ireland SHC quarter action and look ahead to the All Ireland Minor Hurling Final this weekend in Nowlan Park. #gaa #gaabeo

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Episode 135: All Ireland SHC Quarter Final Preview Show

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:10:53 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the All Ireland SHC preliminary quarter finals last weekend, look back at the sensational All Ireland minor hurling semi-finals which both went to extra time and preview the All Ireland SHC quarter finals. Fixture scheduling and All Ireland SHC series revamp discussions also ensues!

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Episode 134: Glory provincial final weekend for Limerick, Kilkenny as Offaly secure Joe McDonagh honours

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 23:17:41 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on Limerick's six Munster SHC in a row, Kilkenny's five Leinster SHC in a row as Offaly secure Joe McDonagh Cup final glory. We end the episode by previewing the All Ireland SHC preliminary quarter finals and All Ireland minor hurling semi-finals.

#gaabeo

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Episode 133: Offaly U20 All Ireland Glory - 2024 Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh Cup Final Preview Show

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 17:38:49 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on Offaly's U20 All Ireland hurling success and look ahead to Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC final fixtures. #gaa #hurling #gaabeo

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Episode 132: Leinster and Munster SHC final pairings revealed as Offaly and Tipperary look to secure All Ireland U20 hurling final glory

Wed, 29 May 2024 16:21:32 GMT

On this latest hurling podcast episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the final round of action in Leinster and Munster SHC and look forward to the All Ireland U20 final between Offaly and Tipperary.

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Episode 131: Do or die in the 2024 Munster and Leinster SHC

Thu, 23 May 2024 23:49:00 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the latest action from Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh 2024 championships. An upcoming weekend where teams will know their fate. It promises to be an exceptional final round robin weekend. #gaa #gaabeo #hurling

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Episode 130: Epic Pairc Ui Chaoimh and dramatic Dr Cullen Park SHC action

Fri, 17 May 2024 00:07:22 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on an epic SHC fixture list last weekend and look ahead to this weekend's fixtures in Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC competitions. Must win is the mantra for all teams involved as SHC action hots up even more!

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Episode 129: Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC Round 3 Reflections

Thu, 09 May 2024 23:46:47 GMT

On this latest episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and special guest Seoirse Bulfin as we reflect on last weekend's hurling action and look ahead to this weekend's fixture schedule with the meeting of Cork and Limerick securing top billing. #gaabeo

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Episode 128: 2024 Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC Round 2 and Round 3 Reflections

Fri, 03 May 2024 00:07:23 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we discuss all the key points from the Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC. #gaa #hurling #gaabeo

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Episode 127: 2024 Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC Round 1 and Round 2 Reflections

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:09:51 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the opening round of the 2024 Munster, Leinster and Joe McDonagh SHC and cast our eyes to the round two action with some significant fixtures on tap. #gaa #hurling #gaabeo

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Episode 126: Munster and Leinster SHC Big Preview Show

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:14:35 GMT

On this special episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins, Ruairi Walsh and special guest Tipperary hurling maestro Niall O'Meara as we preview the Munster and Leinster SHC campaigns.

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Episode 125: Allianz NHL Division 1 Final Review, Munster and Leinster U20 and Minor Championship Roundup

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 22:55:34 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we discuss Clare's Allianz NHL Division One final win and reflect on the main storylines from Munster and Leinster underage hurling competitions. #gaa #gaabeo #hurling

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Episode 124: Allianz NHL 2A Final Review, Division 1 Final Preview, Minor and U20 hurling championship roundup

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 23:27:55 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we discuss Laois' impressive Allianz NHL 2A final win over Carlow, look ahead to the Division One Allianz NHL final between Clare vs. Kilkenny in Thurles and roundup the Leinster and Munster minor and U20 championship so far.

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Episode 123: NFL Free Agency Reflections

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 23:34:51 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Irish NFL fan Simon Stokes as we reflect on an opening week of 2024 NFL Free Agency. We highlight the best and worst deals from an eventful opening to free agency.

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Episode 122: 2024 Allianz NHL Round 5 Review, Regular League Reflections and Semi-Final Preview

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 21:52:11 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the main headlines from the 2024 Allianz NHL 1A, 1B and 2A leagues. #gaabeo

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Episode 121: 2024 Allianz NHL Hurling 1A, 1B, 2A Round 4 Review and Round 5 Preview

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 23:51:13 GMT

On this latest hurling podcast episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the Allianz NHL Division 1 Group A and Group B along with Division 2A action from round four, look ahead to round five and cast an eye on the Croke Cup final between St. Kieran's College Kilkenny and St. Raphael's Loughrea.

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Episode 120: Croke Cup Hurling All Ireland Semi-Final Review, Allianz NHL Round 4 Preview

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:11:29 GMT

On this week's episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we discuss the key hurling storylines from schools and intercounty hurling competitions.

Agenda

Kieran's College and St. Raphael's Loughrea secure Croke Cup final appearance.

Allianz NHL Division 1 Group A and Group B round four preview.

Allianz NHL Division 2A round four preview.

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Episode 119: 2024 Allianz NHL Round 3 Review

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 22:00:20 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we discuss the main storylines from the 2024 Allianz NHL round three weekend.

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Episode 118: 2024 Fitzgibbon Cup Final, All Ireland Quarter Final Schools Review, Allianz NHL Round 3 Preview

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:19:18 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we discuss Mary Immaculate's Fitzgibbon Cup triumph, look at the All Ireland Schools quarter-final wins for Ard Scoil Ris and Nenagh CBS and preview Allianz NHL round three action.

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Episode 117: 2024 Ashbourne Final, Allianz NHL Round 2, Fitzgibbon Cup and Schools Roundup

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:52:09 GMT

On this content packed episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we discuss the main camogie and hurling storylines. We start with the Ashbourne Cup success for UL, review the Allianz NHL 2024 round two fixtures, look at the UL / Mary Immaculate Fitzgibbon Cup final and preview the All Ireland Schools quarter-finals. #gaa #gaabeo #hurling

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Episode 116: 2023-24 NFL Season Wrap

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:21 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Irish NFL fans Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes as we reflect on Superbowl LVIII, Irish NFL combine hopefuls, free agency and end of season reflections.

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Episode 115: 2024 Allianz Hurling League Round 1, Fitzgibbon Cup Quarter Finals and Schools Roundup

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:20:50 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Kieran Collins as we reflect on the opening 2024 Allianz NHL weekend, Fitzgibbon Cup quarter-final action and look at the provincial schools finals.

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Episode 114: Superbowl Preview Special!

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 21:57:44 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Irish NFL fans Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes as we reflect on the 49ers and Chiefs triumphs in their championship games last weekend, Superbowl preview and look at the recent NFL head coaching hires made recently.

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Episode 113: Allianz NHL 2024, Fitzgibbon Cup and Senior Schools Provincial Final Previews

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 21:08:21 GMT

On this opening episode of our third hurling podcast series, I am joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh to preview the 2024 Allianz NHL, Fitzgibbon Cup and Senior Schools provincial finals.

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Episode 112: The Ravens and 49ers host the NFL Conference Championship weekend

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:26:15 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Irish NFL fans Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes as we reflect on the NFL divisional round fixtures and look ahead to the NFL conference championship weekend.

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Episode 111: NFL Playoffs Wildcard Weekend Review

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:45:41 GMT

On this episode, I am joined by Irish NFL fans Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes as we reflect on the 2024 NFL Wildcard Weekend and look ahead to the divisional round this weekend.

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Episode 110: 2023/24 NFL Playoffs Preview

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 22:07:59 GMT

On our first episode of 2024, I am joined by Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes as we reflect on the regular NFL season and look ahead to the Wildcard weekend.

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Episode 109: Limerick win four in a row!

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 16:49:02 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on Limerick's Liam McCarthy four in a row achievement. Kieran and I reflect on what this four in a means personally and going forward to next season. The lads also reveal their initial hurler of the year and team of the year selections in an action packed show. #gaa

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Episode 108: 2023 All Ireland SHC Final Preview

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:23:13 GMT

On this episode, the lads are joined by Kilkenny hurling legend Charlie Carter as we preview the 2023 All Ireland SHC final between Limerick and Kilkenny.

Edit Note

Apologies in advance. There are audio glitches towards the end of this episode as the video live stream did have tech gremlins. Time to change my internet provider :)

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Episode 107: 2023 All Ireland SHC Semi-Final Review

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 14:12:14 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we review the key talking points from the All Ireland SHC semi-final.

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Episode 106: When four becomes two in the 2023 All Ireland SHC

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 18:14:24 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we preview the 2023 All Ireland SHC semi-final fixtures. We also look at the Camogie SHC quarter final fixtures.

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Episode 105: 2023 All Ireland SHC quarter-final reflections

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 17:57:53 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on Clare and Galway's All Ireland SHC quarter-final wins. We reflect on the season's for Dublin and Tipperary after elimination from this year's championship.

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Episode 104: 2023 All Ireland SHC prelims and quarter final reflections

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:32:26 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh to reflect on the key storylines from intercounty hurling and camogie senior championships this week.

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Episode 103: Just another manic hurling Sunday

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:34:16 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins as we reflect on Limerick and Kilkenny's provincial senior hurling final wins and look ahead to the All Ireland prelim quarter finals.

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Episode 102: Super Hurling Sunday

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 12:37:11 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the main hurling storylines from the week that was and look ahead to the 2023 Munster and Leinster SHC finals.

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Episode 101: 2023 Munster and Leinster SHC round robin finale drama, epic Joe McDonagh Cup final win for Carlow.

Tue, 30 May 2023 16:19:04 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on an epic weekend of intercounty hurling action. A preview of the All Ireland U20 and Minor hurling finals completes an action packed episode.

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Episode 100: Waterford crash out of Munster SHC. Joe McDonagh finalists revealed. Munster and Leinster SHC previews.

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:00:32 GMT

On our 100th podcast episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins as we reflect on Waterford's meek exit from the Munster SHC, discuss the end of the Joe McDonagh round robin and look ahead to the upcoming intercounty fixtures in Munster and Leinster.

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Episode 99: 2022/23 URC semi-final reflections and 2022/23 Champions and Challenge Cup final preview

Wed, 17 May 2023 17:03:22 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to reflect on the 2022/23 URC semi-final fixtures and look ahead to the 2022/23 European Champions and Challenge Cup final weekend.

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Episode 98: Cork and Tipp Pairc Ui Chaoimh 2023 Munster SHC classic, 2023 Minor and U20 hurling championship roundup, 2023 Joe McDonagh Cup Round 4 and 5 reflections and 2023 Munster SHC Waterford vs. Clare preview

Fri, 12 May 2023 14:49:40 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins as we reflect on a Munster SHC classic in Pairc Ui Chaoimh, look ahead to the Joe McDonagh Cup round robin finale, assess where the Leinster and Munster U20 and minor championships are as well as previewing the Munster SHC encounter between Waterford and Clare in Semple Stadium.

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Episode 97: 2022/23 URC quarter final reflections and semi-final previews

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:52:54 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on the URC quarter final results and look ahead to the URC semi-finals set for Cape Town and Dublin.

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Episode 96: 2023 Munster and Leinster SHC round 1 and 2 reflections, Joe McDonagh Cup round three review and roundup the minor / U20 intercounty hurling key storylines

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 15:43:12 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we discuss the opening round of the 2023 Munster and Leinster SHC, preview round two of these championships, reflect on the Joe McDonagh Cup standings heading into the bye week and conclude with the highlights from minor and U20 intercounty action in the last week.

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Episode 95: 2022/23 URC Round 18 review, URC playoff preview, Champions and Challenge Cup semi-final previews

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:53:52 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule over the end of the regular 2022/23 URC season, have an initial look ahead to the URC playoff fixtures and preview the upcoming EPCR Champions and Challenge Cup semi-final fixtures.

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Episode 94: 2023 Munster and Leinster SHC Preview

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:51:52 GMT

On this latest episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we preview the 2023 Munster and Leinster SHC campaigns. We discuss the key storylines going into this opening weekend of fixtures.

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Episode 93: 2023 Joe McDonagh Cup Round 2 review and Round 3 preview. Reflections on the early fixtures in Munster and Leinster minor and U20 intercounty hurling competitions.

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:50:28 GMT

On this latest episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the Joe McDonagh Cup and look at the main storylines from Munster and Leinster minor and U20 hurling competitions.

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Episode 92: Munster Rugby win at the Stormers, URC Round 17 review and URC round 18 preview

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:30 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on the URC round seventeen for the Irish provinces and look ahead to an exciting regular season finale in round eighteen.

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Episode 91: Limerick secure Allianz Hurling League Division One final, Munster and Leinster SHC top three picks and Joe McDonagh round 1 and 2 reflections

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 17:18:48 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on Limerick's Allianz NHL final win triumph, provide some early SHC provincial predictions ahead of championship, highlight the main story lines from the intercounty underage hurling championships and review the Joe McDonagh Cup action.

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Episode 90: 2023 Allianz Hurling League Division 1 final preview, Division 2A final review and Joe McDonagh Cup preview

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 08:00:35 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins as we reflect on Offaly's Division 2A Hurling League final win against Kildare last weekend, preview the Division One final between Limerick and Kilkenny plus the Joe McDonagh Cup which take place this Easter bank holiday weekend.

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Episode 89: 2022-23 Champions and Challenge Cup last sixteen reflections and quarter finals preview

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:04:32 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to reflect on the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup last sixteen action as well as the first two rounds from the Tik Tok Women's 6 Nations tournament.

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Episode 88: 2023 Allianz Hurling League Division 1 semi-final review, 2023 Allianz Hurling League reflections and Division 2A final preview

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:04:05 GMT

On this latest episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins as we reflect on the 2023 Allianz Hurling League Division 1 semi-final review. An assessment of how the 1A, 1B and 2A teams ensues before previewing the Division 2A final between Offaly and Kildare. #gaa #gaabeo

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Episode 87: Ireland Grand Slam Glory, URC Round 16 preview and Scotty Robertson announced as NZ head coach for 2024

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 16:09:13 GMT

On this latest episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on Ireland's 2023 Grand Slam, URC round sixteen preview and Scott Robertson's appointment to the New Zealand head coaching role in 2024.

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Episode 86: 2023 Allianz Hurling League round 4 review, round 5 preview and Croke Cup final preview

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:45:15 GMT

On this latest episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins as we review the action from round four of the 2023 Allianz Hurling League, preview round five of the competition and look ahead at the Croke Cup final between Presentation Athenry and St. Kieran's CBS.

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Episode 85: 2023 Guinness Six Nations round 4 review and round 5 preview

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 19:38:43 GMT

On this latest episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to the run rule over round four of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations and look ahead to an exciting tournament finale.

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Episode 84: Allianz NHL Round 3 review, Croke Cup semi-final preview

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:23:28 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins as we review the Allianz NHL 1A, 1B and 2a action from round three. We also preview the Croke Cup semi-final fixtures.

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Episode 83: 2022 / 23 URC round six review and round fifteen preview

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 09:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to reflect on wins for Ulster Rugby and the Lions in rescheduled URC round six action and look ahead to round fifteen of the competition on the weekend of March 3rd, 2023. We also pay tribute to Brian O'Brien and Tom Tierney who sadly passed away in recent days. RIP.

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Episode 82: 2023 Guinness Six Nations Round 3 Review

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:06:32 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on the main talking points from round three of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations tournament.

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Episode 81: 2023 Fitzgibbon Cup final, Croke Cup All Ireland quarter-finals and Allianz NHL 1A, 1B and 2a round three preview

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:12:42 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on all the hurling action from the 2023 Fitzgibbon Cup final and Croke Park All Ireland quarter-finals.We preview round three action from the Allianz NHL 1A,1B and 2A and pay tribute to two Tipperary hurling icons in Mick Burns and John O'Dwyer.

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Episode 80: 2023 Guinness Six Nations Round 3 Preview

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 11:00:25 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to preview the third round of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations championship.

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Episode 79: URC Round 14 Irish Provincial Review

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 23:37:46 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we review the action from round fourteen of the URC from an Irish provincial perspective. The episode reflects on recent contract news coming from Munster Rugby, Leinster Rugby and Connacht Rugby this week.

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Episode 78: 2023 Allianz NHL 1A, 1B and 2A round two review, Fitzgibbon Cup semi-final reflections and Ashbourne Cup final / fallout reactions

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 18:01:30 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh we reflect on the Allianz NHL round two action, Fitzgibbon Cup semi-finals and conclude by examining the Ashbourne Cup final weekend and fallout.

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Episode 77: 2022 / 23 URC Round 14 Preview and Predictions

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:00:19 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we preview and predict how the URC round fourteen fixtures will go. We are effectively in the business end of the regular season and a loss for several teams may spell URC playoff disaster.

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Episode 76: Guinness Six Nations 2023 Round 2 Review - Ireland beat France in an Aviva classic, Scotland thrash Wales while England's pack get the job done against Italy

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:57:27 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to reflect on the wonderful Guinness Six Nations 2023 Ireland vs. France fixture, admire Finn Russell's Scotland cameo at Murrayfield and applaud England's pack as a genuine platform builder for Steve Borthwick long-term.

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Episode 75: 2023 Allianz NHL 1A, 1B and 2A early reflections, Fitzgibbon Cup quarter-final and Colleges provincial final thoughts

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 23:51:28 GMT

On this opening hurling podcast episode for 2023, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh as we reflect on the start of the 2023 Allianz NHL, react to the Fitzgibbon Cup quarter-final results and discuss the provincial colleges glory for Cashel CS and Offaly schools respectively.

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Episode 74: Ireland win big in Cardiff, Scotland retain the Calcutta Cup, France survive Rome scare and reaction to Andrew Conway's injury news

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 16:57:06 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to review the opening round of the 2023 Guinness 6N championship, preview the second round of fixtures in the competition and react to Andrew Conway's knee injury setback.

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Episode 73: Munster Rugby win in Italy, URC Round 13 review and Guinness 6N 2023 preview

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 17:39:13 GMT

On this bumper episode recorded on January 31st 2023, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on Munster Rugby's win exciting win over Benetton Rugby in the URC, reflect on the URC round thirteen results and look ahead to the start of the 2023 Guinness 6N tournament

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Episode 72: Toulouse edge past Munster Rugby, Ireland 6N squad reflections and URC Round 13 preview

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 21:29:23 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on the final round of Champions and Challenge Cup pool fixtures, reflect on the Ireland 6N squad and look ahead of URC round thirteen fixtures.

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Episode 71: Fourteen man Munster Rugby, Jamie Osborne shines, heartbreak for Ulster Rugby, Connacht Rugby win big against Brive, Eddie Jones takes on the Australia head coach role.

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 18:09:08 GMT

On this podcast episode recorded on the evening of January 16th 2023, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule over the Champions and Challenge round three action and look ahead to the final round of fixtures primarily from an Irish provincial perspective. We conclude the episode by reacting to the Dave Rennie dismissal as Australia head coach with Eddie Jones taking on the role and look at a bold, brave 6N England selection by Steve Borthwick.

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Episode 70: Munster Rugby rumours, URC festive fixture roundup, ERC round three preview, England and Wales announce backroom staff appointments

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:40:17 GMT

On this first episode of 2023, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on the Irish provinces during the 2022 URC festive period, cast an eye on European Cup round three action as well as run the rule on the English and Welsh recent backroom appointments.

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Episode 69: Rugby Union 2022 reflections and 2023 hopes and expectations

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 10:00:45 GMT

On this year end episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we reflect on rugby union in 2022 and look ahead in 2023 with a Rugby World Cup fast approaching. We discuss the recent England and Welsh head coach appointments. I hope you enjoy the content. Best wishes for 2023!

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Episode 68: Munster's defensive stand at Franklin Gardens, Ulster Rugby / La Rochelle fixture anarchy, Leinster Rugby brush past Gloucester while Connacht Rugby count the cost of Brive trip

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 16:40:23 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule over round two of the 2022 / 23 Heineken Champions Cup and EPRC Challenge Cup. Munster with a defensive second half stand secure a win at Franklin Gardens. Leinster Rugby brush aside Gloucester. Ulster Rugby forced to play La Rochelle at the Aviva. Connacht Rugby count the cost of the Brive win. We also look at the URC festive period fixture schedule. Happy Christmas and best wishes for 2023 from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam!

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Episode 67: Toulouse defeat Munster Rugby, Leinster Rugby impress in Le Havre, Champions and Challenge Cup 2022 / 23 Round 1 and 2 previews

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:40:50 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule on Munster Rugby's 18-13 loss to Toulouse, reflect on contract news coming from Munster Rugby, where now for Ulster Rugby after a 39-0 loss to Sale Sharks. We reflect on round one Champions and Challenge Cup highlights and preview the second round of fixtures in these competitions to be played on the weekend of December 16th, 2022.

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Episode 66: Doddie Weir remembered, URC Round 8 and 9 reflections and reflect on the end of the 2022 Autumn International Series concludes

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:48:39 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain as we remember Doddie Weir, run the rule over Munster Rugby's 24-17 win over Connacht Rugby at Thomond Park, discuss URC rounds 8 and 9 and review the end of the 2022 Autumn International series.

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Episode 65: Ireland beat Australia, Autumn International Series reflections, URC Round 8 Preview

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 01:36:04 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule Ireland 13-10 win over Australia, reflect on the Autumn International Series fixtures, look ahead to the return of the URC as well as comment on Portugal and USA's vastly differing RWC 2023 qualification fortunes.

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Episode 64: Munster Rugby beat South Africa, Jerry Holland remembered, Ireland take care of Fiji, Autumn International Series Round 3 and 4 reflections

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:16:19 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to reflect on Munster Rugby's win over South Africa, remember Jerry Holland, Connacht Rugby and run the rule over rounds three and four of the Autumn International Series.

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Episode 63: Hard Knox Unrivalled November 20th Limerick wrestling show preview, Sean Donn interview

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 22:18:02 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Shane Coakley aka Sean Donn to talk about the eagerly anticipated Hard Knox Unrivalled show being held in Limerick on November 20th (doors from 6pm GMT, first bout at 7pm GMT). We also speak to Shane on his unique wrestling career to date.

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Episode 62: Ireland beat South Africa, Autumn International Series weekend two roundup and weekend three preview

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:27:42 GMT

This episode was recorded on the evening of Monday, November 7th. Liam O'Briain and Mark Kennedy review Ireland's 19-16 win over South Africa, praise New Zealand for two standout performances in Dublin and Cardiff as well as run the rule on the third weekend of the Autumn International Series.

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Episode 61: Ulster win at Thomond Park, Leinster and Connacht Rugby win in Wales, URC reflections and November test series preview

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:01:37 GMT

On this episode recorded on November 2nd 2022, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule over the Irish provinces in round seven of the URC league. We reflect on the URC season so far; who has impressed and who has not. We conclude by previewing the November test matches scheduled for this weekend.

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Episode 60: Leinster Rugby beat Munster Rugby at the Aviva, Connacht Rugby beat Scarlets and URC round seven preview

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 21:01:03 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to the run rule over Leinster and Connacht Rugby's bonus point victories in the URC round six and we look ahead to a key round seven for multiple teams ahead of the November break. #suaf #rugby #urc #munster #leinster #connacht #ulster

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Episode 59: URC round five Irish provinces review and a preview to round six as Munster Rugby travel to the Aviva to face Leinster Rugby

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 12:00:48 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to reflect on Munster's win over the Bulls, assess their chances against Leinster Rugby and look at the other URC 2022 / 23 round six fixtures..

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Episode 58: Ireland Rugby Union Bank of Ireland Nations series squad reaction

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 23:08:42 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule over Andy Farrell's Ireland selection for the Bank of Ireland Nations series against South Africa, Fiji and Australia. A squad featuring six uncapped players and a welcome return for Jacob Stockdale.

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Episode 57: Connacht beat Munster, Ulster and Leinster win big and Wasps in administration

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 14:48:10 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy (Hawkeye Sidekick) is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule over round four of the BKT URC league from an Irish province perspective and comment on the Wasps RFC administration news which broke late on Wednesday night. #suaf #wasps #munster #connacht #urc

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Episode 56: Early season Munster Rugby woe, Bundee's suspension and Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa preview

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 23:15:26 GMT

On this episode, Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain to run the rule over the new URC season. We will look at the early season woes for Munster Rugby, Bundee Aki's eight week suspension as well look at the Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa.

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Episode 55 - 2022 All Ireland SHC Final, Intercounty Hurling 2022 Season Reflections

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 23:55:35 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Ruairi Walsh, James Mulcare and Kieran Collins reflect on the epic 2022 All Ireland SHC final and review the intercounty season highs and lows. #gaabeo #hurling #gaa

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Episode 54 - All Ireland SHC Preview and Colm Bonnar done at Tipperary

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 21:22:15 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Ruairi Walsh and James Mulcare preview the 2022 All Ireland SHC final and react to Colm Bonnar's departure from Tipperary. #gaa #gaabeo #hurling

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Episode 53 - Hurling 2022 All Ireland SHC semi-final review and initial final preview, 2022 All Ireland Minor Hurling final review and reflections on managerial change in Cork and Dublin senior hurling teams

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 22:43:58 GMT

Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and James Mulcare as we discuss the All Ireland SHC semi-finals, have a sneaky initial peek into the final matchup, reflect on the dramatic All Ireland minor hurling final win for Tipperary and react to managerial news coming from Cork and Dublin in recent days. Enjoy! #gaabeo #gaa #hurling #limerick #kilkenny #clare #galway #tipperary #offaly

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Episode 52 - Rugby Union - Ireland vs. Maori All Blacks, Champions and Challenge Cup draw reaction and Munster Rugby squad assessment for next season

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 21:46:26 GMT

On this final episode of the rugby podcast this season, I am joined by Liam O'Briain

Topics

Preview the Maori All Blacks vs. Ireland fixture.
React to the Champions and Challenge Cup draws made on June 28th 2022.
Assess where Munster Rugby's squad is at heading into the new season.

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Episode 51 - Hurling 2022 All Ireland SHC quarter final reviews and All Ireland SHC semi-final previews

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 00:25:16 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Kieran Collin reflect on Clare and Galway's win in the All Ireland SHC quarter finals and look ahead to the All Ireland SHC semi-final fixtures.

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Episode 50 - 2022 URC Final, Gallagher Premiership Final and England vs. The Barbarians fixture reviews

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:13:38 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain discuss plenty on this penultimate of the season rugby podcast episode.

Topics

Stormers beat Bulls in the URC Grand Final.
Leicester Tigers win it late to overcome Saracens in the Gallagher Premiership final.
The Barbarians hit England for fifty-two points at Twickenham.
Joe Joyce contract news for Connacht Rugby.
Nick McCarthy

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Episode 49 - Hurling - All Ireland SHC Prelims, All Ireland SHC quarter final preview, disciplinary process chaos and All Ireland Minor Hurling semi-final predictions

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 22:44:34 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Ruairi Walsh and James Mulcare discuss plenty in this podcast episode.

Topics

Review the All Ireland SHC preliminary quarter final fixtures in Belfast and Tralee.
Preview the All Ireland SHC quarter finals scheduled for June 18th, 2022.
Reflect on the GAA disciplinary process implosion this week.
Predict the All Ireland Minor hurling semi-final victors.

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Episode 48: Rugby - URC semi-final review, URC final preview, Ireland and New Zealand squad announcements and Irish provincial end of season released player listings

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:49:46 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain discuss all things Irish rugby in this bumper edition episode.

Topics

Leinster Rugby vs. Bulls URC semi-final
Stormers vs. Ulster Rugby URC semi-final
Stormers vs. Bulls URC final preview.
New Zealand and Ireland squad announcement reaction.
Review the Irish provincial end of season released player list.

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Episode 47 - Hurling - 2022 Munster SHC final, Leinster SHC final, Joe McDonagh final review and Clare minors advance to the All Ireland semi-final

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 14:28:41 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins reflect on plenty in this bumper podcast episode

Topics

The 2022 Munster SHC final: A final for the ages
The 2022 Leinster SHC final: Kilkenny secure three in a row.
The 2022 Joe McDonagh Cup final: Antrim break Kerry hearts in a nine goal thriller.
Clare minor hurlers defeat Laois and setup an All Ireland semi-final fixture with Offaly.
All Ireland preliminary qualifier previews. Any chance of an upset in Tralee or Belfast?

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Episode 46: Rugby, URC quarter final playoff review, end of season Munster Rugby review, URC semi-final preview

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 17:48:01 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain reflect

Topics

URC quarter final review as Ulster Rugby, Leinster Rugby, Bulls and Stormers advance to the semi-final round.

URC semi-final preview

End of Season Munster Rugby review.

URC Team of the Year.

#rugby #suaf #munster #leinster #ulster #bulls #stormers

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Episode 45: Hurling - Munster and Leinster 2022 SHC final preview, Joe McDonagh Cup Final preview and All Ireland Minor Hurling qualifier series review

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 15:18:46 GMT

Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Ruairi Walsh and James Mulcare cover all the important hurling stories this week.

Topics

Munster 2022 SHC final preview.

Leinster 2022 SHC final preview.

Joe McDonagh Cup final preview.

All Ireland Minor Hurling qualifier series review and preview.

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Episode 44: Rugby - La Rochelle joy, Leinster Rugby despair and URC 2022 quarter-final playoff preview

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 11:39:12 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain reflect on

Topics

La Rochelle win late to break Leinster Rugby hearts to win the Champions Cup in a hot Marseilles.

How will the victory impact La Rochelle and Leinster Rugby?

La Rochelle. A victory years in the making?

URC playoff preview: Is there any chance of an away win this weekend?

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Episode 43 - Hurling - Munster and Leinster 2022 SHC finalists revealed, All Ireland U20 hurling final review and Joe McDonagh Cup final preview

Fri, 27 May 2022 16:11:19 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Kieran Collin and Ruairi Walsh had plenty to talk about. #gaa #hurling

Topics

Munster and Leinster SHC 2022 round robin conclusion thoughts.

All Ireland U20 hurling final reflections.

Joe McDonagh reaction as Kerry are braced for potentially two promotion finals to play Liam McCarthy next year.

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Episode 42 - Rugby - URC regular season finale drama, Heineken Champions Cup final preview

Thu, 26 May 2022 17:50:25 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain reflect on

Topics

Leinster Rugby too strong for a disjointed Munster Rugby at the Aviva Stadium to finish out the URC regular season in style.

Munster Rugby? Where now after a loss which may have massive ramifications going forward.

Ulster Rugby beat the Sharks to setup a home quarter final against Munster Rugby.

Can La Rochelle's pack physicality upset Leinster Rugby in the Heineken Champions Cup final?

Quick prediction on Lyon vs. Toulon Challenge Cup final.

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Episode 41 - Hurling - Munster and Leinster SHC Round 4 / 5 Review, Offaly win Leinster minor title, All Ireland U20 hurling final preview

Thu, 19 May 2022 20:36:56 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collin reflect on

Topics

Clare and Limerick draw in an exciting Cusack Park encounter.

Cork respond and put a serious dent in Waterford's championship ambitions.

Kilkenny outclass Dublin.

Wexford humbled by Westmeath.

Galway have too much for an injury hit Laois.

Offaly bridge a 22 year gap to secure the Leinster minor title.

Limerick vs. Kilkenny All Ireland U20 final preview.

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Episode 40 - Munster Rugby vs. Toulouse reflections, Leinster Rugby demolish Toulouse and URC Round 18 Preview

Thu, 19 May 2022 17:15:16 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the following topics:

Topics

Reflections after the Munster Rugby vs. Toulouse Heineken Champions Cup quarter final.

Leinster Rugby too good for Toulouse in the Heineken Champions Cup semi-final.

La Rochelle break Racing 92 hearts in Lens.

URC Round 18 preview

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Episode 39 - Munster and Leinster 2022 Minor, U20 and Senior Hurling Championship Review and Preview

Fri, 13 May 2022 00:04:44 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh, Kieran Collins and to discuss the marquee hurling storylines:

Topics

Munster Minor Hurling Final drama as Tipperary beat Clare on penalties. Should penalties really decide a championship game?

Laois and Offaly setup a Midlands Leinster Minor final with superb wins over Kilkenny and Dublin respectively.

Limerick Seniors find a way to beat Tipperary in the Munster SHC.

Munster and Leinster SHC round four previews.

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Episode 38 - Hurling - Minor and U20 review, Leinster and Munster Round Three review, Limerick vs. Tipp preview

Fri, 06 May 2022 17:03:10 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh run the rule over the following hurling topics

Topics

Munster and Leinster Minor Hurling Championship review so far.

Munster and Leinster U20 Hurling Championship review so far.

Clare vs. Cork SHC fixture in Thurles.

Galway vs. Kilkenny SHC fixture in Salthill.

Limerick vs. Tipperary SHC Round Three Preview.

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Episode 37 - Rugby - URC Round 17 Review, Munster Rugby coaching news, Champions Cup quarter final preview and Spain RWC 2023 dreams are shattered

Thu, 05 May 2022 16:12:59 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain discuss

Topics

URC Round 17 action involving the Irish provinces.

Munster Rugby coaching news as Leamy and Prendergast are summoned back to the province.

Preview Champions Cup quarter final preview.

Discuss Spain's RWC 2023 expulsion

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Episode 36 - Hurling - Munster and Leinster SHC 2022 round 2 preview and round 3 review

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 23:20:50 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Kieran Collin are on for a bumper podcast episode where we discuss:

Topic

Limerick beat Waterford in an early contender for championship game of the season.

Clare account for a poor Tipperary side in FBD Semple Stadium.

Where now for Tipperary?

Dublin deliver and beat Wexford on the road to boost Leinster SHC credentials.

Galway and Kilkenny cruise past Westmeath and Laois respectively.

Galway vs. Kilkenny - Henry Shefflin vs. Brian Cody.

Cork vs. Clare - Will Ed Sheeran cost Cork dear against a confident Clare outfit?

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Episode 35 - Rugby - URC round sixteen review, URC round seventeen preview and reaction to Antoine Frisch signing for Munster Rugby next season

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 23:08:11 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain run the rule over the round sixteen for the Irish provinces and look ahead to exciting end of regular season finale to the URC.

Topics

Munster Rugby secure a much needed win at Kingspan over Ulster Rugby to boost playoff hopes.

Connacht Rugby win late to beat the Lions in South Africa.

Cell C Sharks beat Leinster Rugby.

Antoine Frisch signing. An astute signing for Munster Rugby?

URC Round Seventeen preview

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Episode 34 - Leinster and Munster Senior Championship 2022 Round 1 Review and Round 2 Preview

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 15:42:42 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh, Kieran Collins and James Mulcare to review the Munster and Leinster SHC 2022 round one and look ahead to this weekend's round two action.

Topics:

Kate Moran
Munster SHC Round 1 Review
Leinster SHC Round 1 Preview
Munster and Leinster SHC Round 2 Preview

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Episode 33 - Rugby Champions Cup Last Sixteen Review, URC Round Sixteen Preview

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:05:09 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain reflect on the last sixteen second leg action from the European Champions Cup fixtures and cast their minds ahead to round sixteen of the URC this weekend.

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Episode 32 - Rugby European Champions Cup last sixteen preview and Graham Rowntree appointed Munster Rugby head coach reaction

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 22:03:13 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain reflect on the last sixteen action from the European Champions Cup and news that Graham Rowntree is the new Munster Rugby head coach. Who will form his backroom staff? #rugby

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Episode 31 - 2022 Hurling Championship Preview

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:27:18 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh, Kieran Collins and James Mulcare to preview the Munster and Leinster SHC. Who will make the top three from both provinces? Will we see any upsets? Who is the dark horse to win Liam McCarthy come July. #gaa

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Episode 30 - URC Review, Munster Rugby humbled and player departure news, Dan Leavy retirement and Champions Cup last 16 round preview

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 20:12:33 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by regular rugby analyst Liam O'Briain to run the rule over the URC action where Munster Rugby were once more humbled by Leinster Rugby. The episode also reviews Connacht Rugby and Ulster Rugby fixtures. We reflect on the retirement news of Dan Leavy and send our best wishes to Chris Cloete and John Ryan on their departures from Munster Rugby at the end of the season. If that is not enough, we look to predict winners in the first leg of the last round of sixteen Champions Cup.

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Episode 29 - Allianz Hurling Division One Semi-Final and Relegation roundup and intercounty team announcements

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 20:19:11 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Kieran Collin reflect on the Allianz Hurling Division One action which saw Cork and Waterford advance to the league final as well as Antrim secure their status in the division. We conclude by running the rule over Galway's senior hurling panel and a talented Limerick U20 panel announced by team manager Diarmuid Mullins. #gaa

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Episode 28 - URC Review, Munster vs Leinster and de Allende moves on from Munster Rugby at the end of the season

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 21:37:55 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the action from round fourteen, preview the Irish provincial derby at Thomond Park and reflect on De Allende moving on from Munster Rugby URC round

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Episode 27 - Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B Review, Weaker Hurling County Debate and UL Freshers and Ard Scoil Ris win

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 22:07:45 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh, Kieran Collins and James Mulcare to review the conclusion of the Allianz NHL 1A and 1B regular season, we discuss how the weaker counties could be supported further by GAA HQ and we look at UL freshers and Ard Scoil Ris as they secure championship wins!

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Episode 26 - Guinness Six Nations Review and Munster Rugby loss to the Lions

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:09:08 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Liam O'Briain and Joseph McCarthy to review the Guinness Six Nations tournament. We try to pick the best Guinness Six Nations team of the tournament with mixed results and reflect on Munster Rugby's loss to the Lions

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Episode 25 - URC Review and Irish provincial rugby contract news

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:54:37 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the URC action where Munster Rugby lost to the Bulls in a gallant performance while Ulster Rugby defeated Leinster Rugby at Kingspan. We conclude the show by reflecting on some recent Irish rugby provincial contract news.

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Episode 24 - Guinness Six Nations Round Four Review and Round Five Preview

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:19:04 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the latest action from round four of the 2022 Guinness Six Nations and preview the tournament finale.

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Episode 23 - Allianz Hurling 1A and 1B round four review, schools semi-final review, UL freshers team for the ages and camogie final roundup

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 20:12:13 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walsh to discuss the marquee hurling storylines.

Episode Details

We first review the Allianz Hurling league 1A and 1B round four action.
Reflect on the colleges semi-finals where Ard Scoil Ris and St.Kieran's advance to the final on March 17th.
UL freshers are a team for the ages, they beat DCU in the freshers final so we review the final held in Dangan.
Camogie All Ireland glory for Sarsfields and St.Rynagh's at Croke Park.

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Episode 22 - URC Round 13 Review and Guinness Six Nations Round Four Preview

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:07:17 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the action from round 13 of the URC competition involving the Irish provinces, preview Munster Rugby's next opponents in the URC which is the formidable Bulls and look ahead to round four of the Guinness Six Nations.

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Episode 21 - Allianz Hurling 1A and 1B Round 3 roundup and Round 4 preview

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 18:01:58 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh, Kieran Collins and James Mulcare to discuss Allianz Hurling League round three action, look ahead to round four action and discuss the UL freshers team after their comprehensive win over UCD in the semi-final.

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Episode 20 - Guinness Six Nations Round Three Review and Munster Rugby contract news

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:00:43 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the action from Guinness Six Nations round three action and also look at the Jason Jenkins Leinster Rugby move. Jenkins' injury ravaged season for Munster Rugby has troubled the pundits here and Munster Rugby's recruitment policy on this oversea signing should be reviewed and enhanced after this signing debacle.

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Episode 19 - All Ireland Senior Club Hurling Review, Fitzgibbon Cup roundup and Allianz Hurling League 1a and 1b reflections

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 18:57:12 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh and Kieran Collins. We discuss Ballygunner's epic late win over Ballyhale in the All Ireland Senior Club Hurling final, review UL's come from behind Fitzgibbon Cup final win over NUIG and the Cian Lynch red card incident. The episode concludes with a review and preview of where we stand in the Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B.

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Episode 18 - URC Review, Guinness Six Nations Round Three Preview and keynote player contract news

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 16:33:59 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the action from round 12 of the URC competition, preview the Guinness Six Nations 2022 round three fixtures and comment on some keynote player contract news.

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Episode 17 - NFL Superbowl Review

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:14:39 GMT

On this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes to review on the LA Ram's Superbowl triumph, provide recognition to the standout performers in the NFL this season and cast an eye on free agency market. #nfl

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Episode 16 - Harty Cup Final Fairytale, Allianz Hurling League Round One Review, Round Two Preview and Senior Club Final Preview

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:00:58 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Ruairi Walsh, Kieran Collins and James Mulcare to discuss the marquee hurling storylines from the week that was. #hurling #gaa

Harty Cup Final Fairytale

St. Joseph's Tulla secured their maiden Harty Cup final success, a massive boost for East Clare underage as well as other schools aspiring for provincial hurling final success. We discuss the final and the boost that this will give Clare hurling.

Allianz Hurling League Round 1 Review

We run the rule on the opening round of the Allianz Hurling League 1A and 1B fixtures calling out the main talking points.

Allianz Hurling League Round Two Preview

We preview the second round of the Allianz Hurling League in 1A and 1B with TUS Gaelic Grounds and FBD Semple Stadium the venues of the pick of the games.

All Ireland Senior Club Hurling Final

We preview the Ballygunner vs. Ballyhale Shamrocks final. Three favor Ballygunner but Mark is not so sure and the quote 'to be the best, you have to beat the best' comes to mind.

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Episode 15 - Guinness 6N Round 1 Review, Round 2 Preview and Munster Rugby news

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 18:00:53 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by resident rugby contributor Liam O'Briain and special guest Joe McCarthy to run the rule over the Guinness Six Nations round one, preview the round two fixtures and comment on Munster Rugby news doing the rounds this week. #suaf #guinnesssixnations #rugby

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Episode 14 - Allianz Hurling League Preview 2022

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 08:00:13 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick, Kieran Collins and Ruairi Walshe kicked off the hurling podcast with a feature length episode previewing the Allianz Hurling League campaign and the leading contenders for Liam McCarthy later in the year. #gaa #hurling

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Episode 13 - NFL - Divisional Championship Reviews, Retirements, Lawsuits

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:34:13 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes review the AFC and NFC Divisional Championship games, pay tribute to Tom Brady and Big Ben on their retirements and look at the Brian Flores lawsuit situation. #nfl #afc #nfc #bengals #larams #rams #superbowl

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Episode 12 - URC Rugby Round 11 Roundup, Contracts and 6N Ireland Wales thoughts

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 18:24:30 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the action from URC Round 11, reflect on Irish provincial contract extensions and cast our minds to Ireland vs. Wales in the 6N tournament with a quick preview.

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Episode 11 - Australian Open Tennis Singles Finals Review

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 23:31:44 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Michael Martin review the Australian Tennis Open finals which provided superb victories for Ashleigh Barty and Rafael Nadal. Michael looks to identify the up and coming stars who could push the Rafa, Novak and Roger later in the year. #tennis #nadal #medevdev #barty #collins

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Episode 10 - NFL AFC and NFC Divisional Playoff Review and Championship Preview

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 21:59:42 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes to talk all about NFL. The guys pick apart the main story lines after the latest round of playoff fixtures and also comment on the news that Sean Payton is to leave the head coaching role of New Orleans Saints. #nfl #nflplayoffs2022 #titans #bills #bengals #chiefs #rams #49ers

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Episode 9 - European Rugby Champions Cup Round 4 Review

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 18:01:21 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the European Rugby Champions Cup round four action. The focus primarily on the Irish provinces as well as focusing on the last sixteen fixtures which will be scheduled in early and mid-April. #rugby #leinster #ulster #munster #connacht #suaf

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Episode 8 - Munster Rugby Talk and Ireland 6N squad selection reaction

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 14:31:25 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review recent talking points from Munster Rugby. We also run the rule on the exciting Ireland 6N squad selection. #rugby #munster #leinster #connacht #ulster #irfu #suaf

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Episode 7 - Australian Tennis Open Preview and Review

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 20:18:32 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Michael Martin preview the Australian Tennis Open men's and women's singles draws. We try to predict who makes both finals as we enter the final week of the opening Grand Slam of the year! #tennis

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Episode 6 - NFL Playoffs Wildcard Weekend Review and Divisional Round Preview

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 21:26:07 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick is joined by Danny O'Brien and Simon Stokes to talk all about the NFL playoffs. They pick apart the main story lines from the NFL Wildcard weekend and look ahead to the Divisional Round. #ireland #nfl #playoffs

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Episode 5 - European Rugby Champions Cup Round 3 review and Round 4 preview

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 21:02:39 GMT

In this feature length episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain review the action from European Rugby Champions Cup round three and preview the final round of games. We discuss the key events from the tournament and try to predict how the last sixteen round will shape up.

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Episode 4 - Australian Tennis Open Preview and Novak fallout

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 16:48:36 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Michael Martin preview the Australian Tennis Open and also discuss the Novak Djokovic fallout of recent weeks. A situation which has provided negative PR for tennis as a sport and highlighted administration issues in Australia with regards to the exemption programme to allow Novak and others to participate in the grand slam as well as clear communication issues between Australian Open organizers, the state of Victoria and national government on how this issue was handled.

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Episode 3 - Heineken Champions Cup Round Three Preview and Johann van Graan debate

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 20:22:24 GMT

Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain preview round three of the Heineken Champions Cup. They also look to put to bed the Johann van Graan situation given the comments of Victor Matfield to South African television on why van Graan is departing Munster Rugby.

Please note

This episode was recorded prior to the the ERC confirmation of the two points matchday award to the English and French sides from round two as well as Leinster Rugby not having the opportunity to appeal their walkover loss to Montpellier during this round. #suaf #rugby

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Episode 2 - Munster Rugby vs. Ulster Rugby Reflections

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 18:26:31 GMT

On this second podcast episode, Mark Kennedy from Hawkeye Sidekick and Liam O'Briain continue on the Munster Rugby sporting theme. We reflect on the URC Munster Rugby 18-13 win over Ulster Rugby at a wet soaked Thomond Park on Saturday, Jan 8th 2022.

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Episode 1 - Introductions and Munster Rugby Chat

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:27:52 GMT

Recorded on the evening of Thursday January 7th, this opening podcast episode focused on Munster Rugby predominantly. Liam O' Briain and Hawkeye Sidekick review the aftermath from Munster Rugby's 10-8 away loss to Connacht Rugby last weekend. There was plenty of commentary to go around after that Munster Rugby performance. We discuss the recent contract extension news within Munster Rugby for Graham Rowntree and several players as well look ahead to the Ulster Rugby fixture on January 8th and 2022 Six Nations Championship.

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