The C4C Gaelic Football Thread

Jon O'Neill · Post by **Jon O'Neill** » Mon Aug 02, 2010 8:00 pm

Where can we watch Gaelic Football in GB? I think this and hurling are great sports but I can never seem to find any coverage, on TV or online.

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Mon Aug 02, 2010 8:15 pm

Jon O'Neill wrote:Where can we watch Gaelic Football in GB? I think this and hurling are great sports but I can never seem to find any coverage, on TV or online.

Been having the same trouble since I moved to Cardiff. Glad I didn't see the Tyrone-Dublin game though.

I normally find I have to get to a pub.

The Irish pubs will always have something on match day: one in Cardiff had the MacRory cup on!!

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Mon Aug 02, 2010 8:21 pm

RTE online possibly.

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Mon Aug 02, 2010 8:27 pm

David O'Donnell wrote:
Jon O'Neill wrote:Where can we watch Gaelic Football in GB? I think this and hurling are great sports but I can never seem to find any coverage, on TV or online.
Been having the same trouble since I moved to Cardiff. Glad I didn't see the Tyrone-Dublin game though.

I normally find I have to get to a pub.

The Irish pubs will always have something on match day: one in Cardiff had the MacRory cup on!!

Setanta Sports have the uk rights I think?

Kildare were brilliant the last day and Meath just couldn't live with their pace and fitness. The result also made me happy because of the way Meath won the Leinster championship, with help from that cheating cunt from Tyrone. Down were also impressive at the weekend, not so impressed with the Dubs and I thought Tyrone dropped their intensity and then couldn't raise it when the Dubs took the lead, be nice to see an unfamiliar team in the final

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Mon Aug 02, 2010 8:45 pm

James Doohan wrote:
Setanta Sports have the uk rights I think?

Kildare were brilliant the last day and Meath just couldn't live with their pace and fitness. The result also made me happy because of the way Meath won the Leinster championship, with help from that cheating cunt from Tyrone. Down were also impressive at the weekend, not so impressed with the Dubs and I thought Tyrone dropped their intensity and then couldn't raise it when the Dubs took the lead, be nice to see an unfamiliar team in the final

Yeah, Setanta have the rights.

You're spot on about Tyrone but it's been coming these last few years. Wicked result for Down and hopefully can emulate the team of the early sixties.

Jon O'Neill · Post by **Jon O'Neill** » Mon Aug 02, 2010 9:45 pm

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Mon Aug 02, 2010 10:13 pm

David O'Donnell wrote: Yeah, Setanta have the rights.

You're spot on about Tyrone but it's been coming these last few years. Wicked result for Down and hopefully can emulate the team of the early sixties.

Yeah, Down played really well and I was quite shocked because they struggled to get by us and we're shit, but I reckon it's gonna be a Cork/Kildare final(sorry Eoin). But i'll be happy as long the Dubs don't win. Kilkenny will easily take the hurling championship again.

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Mon Aug 23, 2010 12:28 pm

Grrr, Cork won yesterday. I really wanted a Dublin victory, because I feel we stand a better chance of beating them if we beat Kildare next Sunday. Still, like a wise man once said (MWM) you've gotta beat the best to be the best.

Gavin Chipper · Post by **Gavin Chipper** » Mon Aug 23, 2010 7:28 pm

Eoin Monaghan wrote:Grrr, Cork won yesterday. I really wanted a Dublin victory, because I feel we stand a better chance of beating them if we beat Killedare next Sunday. Still, like a wise man once said (MWM) you've gotta beat the best to be the best.

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Mon Aug 23, 2010 7:47 pm

Gavin Chipper wrote:
Eoin Monaghan wrote:Grrr, Cork won yesterday. I really wanted a Dublin victory, because I feel we stand a better chance of beating them if we beat Killedare next Sunday. Still, like a wise man once said (MWM) you've gotta beat the best to be the best.

Mark Meakin ??? Is that you?

Gavin Chipper · Post by **Gavin Chipper** » Mon Aug 23, 2010 7:50 pm

David O'Donnell wrote:
Gavin Chipper wrote:
Eoin Monaghan wrote:Grrr, Cork won yesterday. I really wanted a Dublin victory, because I feel we stand a better chance of beating them if we beat Killedare next Sunday. Still, like a wise man once said (MWM) you've gotta beat the best to be the best.
Mark Meakin ??? Is that you?

His jokes aren't normally in such poor taste.

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Sat Aug 28, 2010 6:58 pm

Come on DOWN!

No Jason, this isn't The Price Is Right.

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Sat Aug 28, 2010 7:05 pm

Eoin Monaghan wrote:Come on DOWN!

No Jason, this isn't The Price Is Right.

I reckon the Mourne men will need a good lead at halftime if they are to be busy on the 3rd Sunday in September, but I have Kildare backed at 4/5 as I see the win against Kerry as being a one off (sorry Eoin

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James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Sun Aug 29, 2010 4:15 pm

Have to feel for the Kildare team, the officiating let them down badly, the Down goal was bad enough but they should have also had a penalty right at the end when the ball was touched on the ground by two Down players, kind of sums up this championship unfortunately. But Down also played very well, enjoy the next month or so Eoin, the build up to the final is great

Liam Tiernan · Post by **Liam Tiernan** » Sun Aug 29, 2010 6:43 pm

James Doohan wrote:Have to feel for the Kildare team, the officiating let them down badly, the Down goal was bad enough but they should have also had a penalty right at the end when the ball was touched on the ground by two Down players, kind of sums up this championship unfortunately. But Down also played very well, enjoy the next month or so Eoin, the build up to the final is great

Yep, absolutely gutted (and hoarse). So close! We were a fingertip away from winning it right at the end. Definitely the most exciting finish to a match in years, even the Leinster final. I reckon the ref originally blew for a penalty and then didn't have the guts to see it through, given what happened after that match. If only Earley had been fit. Got to feel for Johnny Doyle though, the guy played his heart out, and at his age it's doubtful he'll get through another season.

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Mon Aug 30, 2010 6:27 pm

Sorry Liam, I feel sorry for the Kildare players, especially Earley and Doyle. (And Kieran McGeeney did go to my school!) I know myself that if the positions were swapped I would be outraged at the decisions, however...

Down are in the All-Ireland Final!

What a brilliant game, I can't wait until the 19th, I really want tickets, Coulter has to get an All-Star this year, his first half score was like some of Kirk's words. I really hope we can bring home Sam, Down never lose All-Ireland finals!

Edit: Also can't wait to rub it in the faces of all the Armagh ones in my class, I have had to endure a lot of stick over the lack of success of the team.

Oliver Garner · Post by **Oliver Garner** » Mon Aug 30, 2010 10:03 pm

Eoin Monaghan wrote: the All-Ireland Final!

Not surprising really, can't think of any other countries which play Gaelic football.

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Mon Aug 30, 2010 11:02 pm

Oliver Garner wrote:
Eoin Monaghan wrote: the All-Ireland Final!
Not surprising really, can't think of any other countries which play Gaelic football.

Well there are two countries of Ireland that play

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Tue Aug 31, 2010 8:46 am

Oliver Garner wrote:
Eoin Monaghan wrote: the All-Ireland Final!
Not surprising really, can't think of any other countries which play Gaelic football.

London and New York both have teams which can possibly win the Championship, and my friend told me that Argentina have a league. Stick with Scrabble.

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Tue Aug 31, 2010 9:44 am

Eoin Monaghan wrote: London and New York both have teams which can possibly win the Championship, and my friend told me that Argentina have a league

London and New York can possibly win a game each year

Hurling is popular in Argentina, so much so that I think last years (maybe the year before?) All-Star game was played out there. Gaelic games are played in most countries of the world with so many ex-pats scattered all over the place

Gavin Chipper · Post by **Gavin Chipper** » Tue Aug 31, 2010 6:03 pm

Oliver Garner wrote:
Eoin Monaghan wrote: the All-Ireland Final!
Not surprising really, can't think of any other countries which play Gaelic football.

France do. Oh no sorry - that's Garlic football.

Edit - How did you get my password, Meakin?

Edward McCullagh · Post by **Edward McCullagh** » Tue Aug 31, 2010 6:12 pm

Down were very impressive again on Sunday but the thing that worries me is that they do seem to run out of steam near the end of games. They did it against Kerry and they did it against Kildare, and if they were 6-7 points up against Cork with 10 minutes to play, you wouldn't exactly put your house on them closing it out!

Have to feel sorry for Kildare - I've never seen a better taken free in Gaelic than that one in the 74th minute, but Down were better - just about.

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Thu Sep 16, 2010 7:14 pm

Got a ticket! Can't believe it, I cannot wait for the life of me until Sunday, hurry up Friday and Saturday! Got an all Down day in school tomorrow and there's bunting all over the place. Best times ever!

Conor · Post by **Conor** » Fri Sep 17, 2010 12:16 pm

It was disappointing people lamenting Kildare's loss rather than praising Down's win - Down were the better team, more skilful and fluent passing and looked very much in control until some missed chances and sloppy defending late on let Kildare back in. I'd like Down to win (everyone hates Cork, except when they play Dublin) but I don't think they will. Sorry.

Andy Wilson · Post by **Andy Wilson** » Fri Sep 17, 2010 12:20 pm

Not many expected Tipp to beat Kilkenny either. Up Down!

Conor · Post by **Conor** » Fri Sep 17, 2010 12:24 pm

Tipperary beat Kilkenny?! Go to a strange country for a couple of weeks and you lose all touch with reality. Fantastic. That's made my day.

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Sat Sep 18, 2010 8:35 am

Oliver Garner wrote:
Eoin Monaghan wrote: the All-Ireland Final!
Not surprising really, can't think of any other countries which play Gaelic football.

It's called the 'all-Ireland' final as teams from Northern Ireland also compete you ignoramus.

Edward McCullagh · Post by **Edward McCullagh** » Sat Sep 18, 2010 8:50 pm

AN DUN ABU!

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Sat Sep 18, 2010 8:53 pm

Text message I received:

Hail Benny full of pace, Marty is with thee, blessed are thou amongst Down men and blessed are the scores of size 9 Adidas, Holy Benny you are God, pray for us winners, now and on September 19. An Dun Abu!

Andy Wilson · Post by **Andy Wilson** » Sun Sep 19, 2010 8:22 am

Hah. Ed, are you a down man too? Hope you have a brilliant day at the match Eoin. Wonder will anyone go... Jaysus, look, it's that kid off countdown!

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Sun Sep 19, 2010 2:29 pm

Strange looking to see Down togged out in yellow, hopefully both teams will stick to their footballing styles and we'll have a cracking open game of football. An Dún abú!

Edward McCullagh · Post by **Edward McCullagh** » Sun Sep 19, 2010 4:48 pm

Nah, I'm a Tyrone fan (my dads from there) though I know a few of the lads in and around the Down panel so I've jumped on the bandwagon

Oh, and

so close, but once Cork got going there was no stopping them. Down will regret not being 6 or 7 up at half time.

Andy Wilson · Post by **Andy Wilson** » Sun Sep 19, 2010 4:59 pm

Yeah, really broke the red mist of the day the colours after the manc scouse craic. And was like the whole crowd were in the wrong colours. Anyway, great day of sport. Unlucky Eoin. Hope you enjoyed the buzz of the day and got home alright. Did you have anyone spot you from d'telly?

Gavin Chipper · Post by **Gavin Chipper** » Sun Sep 19, 2010 5:24 pm

Andy Wilson wrote:Unlucky Eoin. Hope you enjoyed the buzz of the day and got home alright. Did you have anyone spot you from d'telly?

It's funny to think that Eoin was probably the biggest celebrity there.

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Mon Sep 20, 2010 9:16 am

Gutted.

Down couldn't catch anything in the midfield and Cork were getting nearly all the breaking balls. So many "what ifs", hitting the post, few slips, not passing at the right time etc...
Benny Coulter wasn't in it enough and we were watching Gordon and the Cork full-forward's tussle, pretty enjoyable. Still, a great day but disappointing, especially as the rain started bucketing down after the loss.

And no, wasn't seen on the screen and wasn't recognised.

Jon O'Neill · Post by **Jon O'Neill** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 9:50 am

Do any of you Ireland guys frequent a shop that sells GAA jerseys and stuff? I would love to get my dad a Tyrone one for Christmas but it's quite hard to get hold of anything from here. The GAA Store has this sort of thing: "Cannot Ship Outside Ireland (more info) - This product is available for dispatch in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland only." for whatever reason. How much do these things go for and how much would it cost to send it to London?

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 11:27 am

Jon O'Neill wrote:Do any of you Ireland guys frequent a shop that sells GAA jerseys and stuff? I would love to get my dad a Tyrone one for Christmas but it's quite hard to get hold of anything from here. The GAA Store has this sort of thing: "Cannot Ship Outside Ireland (more info) - This product is available for dispatch in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland only." for whatever reason. How much do these things go for and how much would it cost to send it to London?

Jerseys are generally around €45 but you might be able to get them a little cheaper now as its the end of the inter-county season. Not idea on the postage though, but would imagine its less than a tenner

JimBentley · Post by **JimBentley** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 11:40 am

Jon O'Neill wrote:Do any of you Ireland guys frequent a shop that sells GAA jerseys and stuff? I would love to get my dad a Tyrone one for Christmas but it's quite hard to get hold of anything from here. The GAA Store has this sort of thing: "Cannot Ship Outside Ireland (more info) - This product is available for dispatch in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland only." for whatever reason. How much do these things go for and how much would it cost to send it to London?

Surely Ebay? If no-one's selling Gaelic football shirts on there I'd be amazed.

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 12:53 pm

Thought I might mention something about the Aussie Rules, the game was alright to watch, not enough big hits (which is what I think makes it interesting.)

Disappointing to lose but hopefully we'll get them at Croke Park.

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 1:18 pm

Eoin Monaghan wrote:Thought I might mention something about the Aussie Rules, the game was alright to watch, not enough big hits (which is what I think makes it interesting.)

Disappointing to lose but hopefully we'll get them at Croke Park.

Time to end this bullshit match, the GAA should be promoting our games rather than this dead ended hybrid crap. The "international series" is going nowhere and does nothing for football or hurling

Jon O'Neill · Post by **Jon O'Neill** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 1:40 pm

JimBentley wrote:
Jon O'Neill wrote:Do any of you Ireland guys frequent a shop that sells GAA jerseys and stuff? I would love to get my dad a Tyrone one for Christmas but it's quite hard to get hold of anything from here. The GAA Store has this sort of thing: "Cannot Ship Outside Ireland (more info) - This product is available for dispatch in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland only." for whatever reason. How much do these things go for and how much would it cost to send it to London?
Surely Ebay? If no-one's selling Gaelic football shirts on there I'd be amazed.

There's this, which sets my eBay crime alarm bells ringing for a number of reasons. And a similar one (but number 13) from the same seller. I searched for tyrone gaa and these are the only two that came up.

Ian Volante · Post by **Ian Volante** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 7:07 pm

James Doohan wrote:
Eoin Monaghan wrote:Thought I might mention something about the Aussie Rules, the game was alright to watch, not enough big hits (which is what I think makes it interesting.)

Disappointing to lose but hopefully we'll get them at Croke Park.
Time to end this bullshit match, the GAA should be promoting our games rather than this dead ended hybrid crap. The "international series" is going nowhere and does nothing for football or hurling

When I saw the hybrid match a couple of years ago, I loved it! It helped that there was mucho violence.

Karen Pearson · Post by **Karen Pearson** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 7:56 pm

Jon O'Neill wrote: There's this, which sets my eBay crime alarm bells ringing for a number of reasons. And a similar one (but number 13) from the same seller. I searched for tyrone gaa and these are the only two that came up.

How about this as an alternative? I'm sure you're dad would love it!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/TYRONE-GAA-ALL-IR ... 335feb1104

Failing that, we're going to Ireland next week, so, if you want to order something to be delivered to one of our rellies and we'll bring it back for you, send me an email. But make sure they'll get it there by the end of next week!

Andy Wilson · Post by **Andy Wilson** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 9:03 pm

I like the compromise rules, but then, i'm not really a gaa fan anyway. I think I mainly like how the local amateurs can compete with the aussie pros. It surprises me that more football players don't head down under tbh. Jon, i'll have a sconce in town tomorrow if I remember. I'll gladly pick one up and post it for you if I can find one down here. I can't imagine postage would be more than a fiver.

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 10:03 pm

Karen Pearson wrote:
Jon O'Neill wrote: There's this, which sets my eBay crime alarm bells ringing for a number of reasons. And a similar one (but number 13) from the same seller. I searched for tyrone gaa and these are the only two that came up.

How about this as an alternative? I'm sure you're dad would love it!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/TYRONE-GAA-ALL-IR ... 335feb1104

Failing that, we're going to Ireland next week, so, if you want to order something to be delivered to one of our rellies and we'll bring it back for you, send me an email. But make sure they'll get it there by the end of next week!

In a similar vein I know my mum sent out one to my brother in Boston a couple of years ago but I could check out if someone at home is willing to send you out a top.

Jon O'Neill · Post by **Jon O'Neill** » Mon Oct 25, 2010 10:54 pm

Look at everyone rushing to help me! I've PMed Andy as that involves inconveniencing the fewest people, but thanks all you kind souls.

Andy Wilson · Post by **Andy Wilson** » Tue Oct 26, 2010 10:38 pm

Only place in town i found that has one prices em at €60. As someone who has never once bought a gaa shirt, is this dearer than it should be? It's Finn's corner, a local independent shop. I would have assumed they had a standard price for shirts, but if you reckon it should be around €45 james?

Eoin Monaghan · Post by **Eoin Monaghan** » Wed Oct 27, 2010 11:43 am

Andy Wilson wrote:Only place in town i found that has one prices em at €60. As someone who has never once bought a gaa shirt, is this dearer than it should be? It's Finn's corner, a local independent shop. I would have assumed they had a standard price for shirts, but if you reckon it should be around €45 james?

Not sure about euro-pound but my Down top was about £30 - £40, which is about the same as football jerseys.

http://www.oneills.com/categoriesList/2 ... pandable=0
This is the O'Neill's website for Tyrone stuff.

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Wed Oct 27, 2010 11:47 am

Andy Wilson wrote:Only place in town i found that has one prices em at €60. As someone who has never once bought a gaa shirt, is this dearer than it should be? It's Finn's corner, a local independent shop. I would have assumed they had a standard price for shirts, but if you reckon it should be around €45 james?

That seems very pricey to me. I'll take a look around the shops here, they all carry the Tyrone jersey as they're our neighbours. Will report back shortly

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Wed Oct 27, 2010 11:50 am

Eoin Monaghan wrote: Not sure about euro-pound but my Down top was about £30 - £40, which is about the same as football jerseys.

http://www.oneills.com/categoriesList/2 ... pandable=0
This is the O'Neill's website for Tyrone stuff.

Do O'Neills deliver outside Ireland? Because €37 won't beaten I reckon

Jon O'Neill · Post by **Jon O'Neill** » Wed Oct 27, 2010 12:03 pm

O'Neill's Website wrote:NB : This product can only be delivered to an address in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.

Andy Wilson · Post by **Andy Wilson** » Wed Oct 27, 2010 12:43 pm

Well, it's only €37 for the baby size. The adult sizes are €60 so it must be a standard. Eoin, you being a beardless leprechaun, that would explain your cheaper shirt price! From what I can gather there they do deliver outside Ireland. Didn't specifically say UK (although I only glossed so might have missed it), but it did say something about deliveries to the US taking longer, so one would assume they deliver to the UK. Anyway, another possibility if €60 seems a bit steep, is the 2008 jersey (would your ould fella even care/know the difference?), which they seem to be still flogging, an XL one costing only €29... plus it'll become retro quicker!

Anyway, have a look at that Jono, might make it easier to order off them straight (says free postage for orders over €60, wonder if this means €60 and over?). Still no problem grabbing one and sticking it in the post for you but don't want to complicate things if this is more convenient.

Jon O'Neill · Post by **Jon O'Neill** » Wed Oct 27, 2010 12:59 pm

Andy Wilson wrote:Well, it's only €37 for the baby size. The adult sizes are €60 so it must be a standard. Eoin, you being a beardless leprechaun, that would explain your cheaper shirt price! From what I can gather there they do deliver outside Ireland. Didn't specifically say UK (although I only glossed so might have missed it), but it did say something about deliveries to the US taking longer, so one would assume they deliver to the UK. Anyway, another possibility if €60 seems a bit steep, is the 2008 jersey (would your ould fella even care/know the difference?), which they seem to be still flogging, an XL one costing only €29... plus it'll become retro quicker!

Anyway, have a look at that Jono, might make it easier to order off them straight (says free postage for orders over €60, wonder if this means €60 and over?). Still no problem grabbing one and sticking it in the post for you but don't want to complicate things if this is more convenient.

Cheers for all the info. The 2008 one is pretty ugly compared to the newer one so I don't mind paying more for that. I've got James looking in his local shops and he's actually coming to London so the postage would be cut dramatically if he finds them. If his search proves fruitless then I might take you up on that offer.

Why is there no Euro sign on my keyboard? € oh there it is.

Andy Wilson · Post by **Andy Wilson** » Wed Oct 27, 2010 1:16 pm

Nice one. I can only assume James is heading to London for the American football! The irony!

Liam Tiernan · Post by **Liam Tiernan** » Sun Jun 05, 2011 8:23 pm

Karma

Mark James · Post by **Mark James** » Mon Jun 06, 2011 12:45 am

I think Gaelic football would be the best sport in the world if they eliminated points and just had goals. Or at the very least a second crossbar that you had to get under for points.

Lee Kelly · Post by **Lee Kelly** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 8:50 pm

Just read there ed that ur da is a tyrone man,, were bouts he from big man?? kerry for sam this year i reckon, different class! put ur pennies on lavey to win the derry football championship also for all u gamblers!!

Ryan Taylor · Post by **Ryan Taylor** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 10:39 pm

Lee Kelly wrote:Just read there ed that ur da is a tyrone man,, were bouts he from big man?? kerry for sam this year i reckon, different class! put ur pennies on lavey to win the derry football championship also for all u gamblers!!

I put this in Google translate from Irish to English but Google couldn't make any sense of it either.

Mark James · Post by **Mark James** » Mon Jun 13, 2011 12:14 am

Ryan Taylor wrote:
Lee Kelly wrote:Just read there ed that ur da is a tyrone man,, were bouts he from big man?? kerry for sam this year i reckon, different class! put ur pennies on lavey to win the derry football championship also for all u gamblers!!
I put this in Google translate from Irish to English but Google couldn't make any sense of it either.

It says "I've just read that Edward's father is from County Tyrone, what part of Tyrone exactly? I believe County Kerry will win this year's All Ireland championship, they are a class apart from their competitors. If one has a proclivity for gambling I suggest placing your money on Lavey. They are surely the cream of the Derry football championship."

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Mon Jun 13, 2011 5:41 pm

An excellent translation: you are fluent in Tyrone rural-speak.