19 March 2022; Dave Kilcoyne of Ireland and his nephew Oisin with the triple crown trophy after the Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship match between Ireland and Scotland at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile It was a Six Nations that showed improvement for Andy Farrell’s Ireland side as they finished with a rare victory in Twickenham. Ireland are … [Read more...] about Six Nations Review
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NUIG Mystics season review
It was a year to remember for the NUIG Mystics team as they finished the year with a league and cup double as they return to the Women’s Super league after two years in division one. It was a typically dominant display from the Mystics in the play-off final as they emerged 76-57 point winners over Ulster University thanks to some exceptional scoring from Hazel Finn and Sarah … [Read more...] about NUIG Mystics season review
What can other sports learn from Drive to Survive?
Formula one has captured the hearts and minds of millions over the last few years. It was a sport that, only a few years ago was on the minds of far fewer, but now you can’t go on social media without seeing some mention of it. Netflix in their series ‘Formula one: Drive to Survive’ has created interest not just in the sport, but in the people involved, the managers, the … [Read more...] about What can other sports learn from Drive to Survive?
Opinion: Blue is the colour; indifference is the game
In a week where Chelsea football club have appeared more Harchester United than current Champions of Europe, conversations around sport-washing and footballing owners has arisen once more. The Blues former owner Roman Abramovich has been sanctioned with Chelsea unable to sign players, sell tickets and must rely on current cash reserves to pay players and staff. It seems … [Read more...] about Opinion: Blue is the colour; indifference is the game
Opinion: African Football Takes its’ place on the global stage
The 2021 African Cup of Nations (January to February of 2022) marked a new chapter in the story of the beautiful game in the world’s second largest continent. The most recent edition of the biennial footballing feast served up some wonderful moments and showcased some of the world’s best players. The tournament was available to viewers in 150 countries all over the globe and … [Read more...] about Opinion: African Football Takes its’ place on the global stage