Eoin Ryan

RTÉ Sport Journalist

A plaque displayed at the entrance to Hayes' Hotel in Thurles marking the founding meeting of the GAA

GAA marks 140th anniversary in Thurles

The Gaelic Athletic Association is celebrating its 140th anniversary today, having been founded at a meeting in the billiards room of the Hayes Commercial Hotel in Thurles on 1 November, 1884.

Football • 12 Nov 24

Rob Downey was instrumental in Cork's march to the All-Ireland hurling final

Rob Downey named Cork hurling captain

Robert Downey has been appointed captain of the Cork hurlers for the 2025 season, with Shane Barrett named vice-captain.

Hurling • 01 Nov 24

Cillian Burke in action for Kerry in Croke Park

Hot prospect Burke swaps Kerry for AFL outfit Geelong

Kerry will be without rising star Cillian Burke next year after the 21-year-old agreed a 'Category B Rookie' contract with AFL side Geelong Cats.

Football • 31 Oct 24

The Armagh players celebrate with the Sam Maguire Cup in front of Hill 16 after beating Galway in July's All-Ireland SFC final

Champions Armagh supply six football All-Stars

There are five counties represented and 14 first-time winners on a PwC Football All-Stars 2024 team dominated by All-Ireland champions Armagh and runners-up Galway.

Football • 01 Nov 24

James O'Callaghan (R) with his daughter and Peamount player Lauryn O'Callaghan after winning the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division in 2023

O'Callaghan leaves Peamount hot seat after eight years

James O'Callaghan has stepped down as manager of Peamount United after eight years in charge and three league titles.

Soccer • 22 Oct 24

Ulster's Niall Morgan gives the ball to Diarmuid Murtagh of Connacht for a free during the Allianz GAA Football Interprovincial Series final

Player view: Morgan and Murtagh on new rules

Fresh from the inter-provincial series at Croke Park, Tyrone goalkeeper Niall Morgan and Roscommon forward Diarmuid Murtagh give their take on playing under the FRC's proposed new rules for Gaelic football.

Football • 21 Oct 24

Dublin is one of the host cities for Euro 2028

Government aiming to attract 'mega' sporting events

Sport Ireland has welcomed the publication of the government's 'Major international sports events policy and strategy framework', which aims to promote Ireland as a host for major sporting events.

other sport • 17 Oct 24

Peter Queally (R) has taken over from Davy Fitzgerald at Waterford

New manager has 'Waterford in his heart' - Hutchinson

Dessie Hutchinson is confident that the Waterford hurlers will be contenders again next year, despite the replacement of Davy Fitzgerald as manager by Peter Queally.

Hurling • 16 Oct 24

Rory Beggan often joins in the Monaghan attack under the current rules

Beggan believes new rules can better 'boring' football

Monaghan goalkeeper Rory Beggan is excited for the potential impact that proposed new rules for Gaelic football could have on a sport he thinks is often "boring" to watch.

Football • 16 Oct 24

James Abankwah (L) and Aidomo Emakhu console each other after the Republic of Ireland's draw against Italy

Ireland 'gutted' but future bright for Crawford's crew

Jim Crawford believes several of his Republic of Ireland Under-21 side can become senior internationals, after they narrowly missed out on qualification for what would have been a first European Championships at the grade.

Soccer • 15 Oct 24