Declan Whooley

RTÉ Sport Online Journalist

Trailblazing McPhillips ready for world final stage

It has been a week to remember for Cian McPhillips, lowering the 800m national record and making history by storming into a World Championship final. What can the Longford man hope to achieve at Japan's National Stadium?

Athletics • 20 Sep

Determined Brennan ready to build Boys in Blue back up

New Dublin manager Ger Brennan on his coaching trajectory, his ambitions in the role and why he won't go chasing players to represent their county.

Football • 12 Sep

Brennan: Cluxton '100%' won't play for Dublin in 2026

New Dublin manager Ger Brennan has said goalkeeper Stephen Cluxton '100%' won't be playing for the Metropolitans next year, with the curtain seemingly drawn on one of the most decorated careers in the GAA.

Football • 12 Sep

Dublin's Leah Caffrey wins possession in front of Meath forward Vikki Wall during last month's All-Ireland football final

Caffrey continues to lead in Dublin defensive 'unit'

Twelve years on from her debut, All-Star nominee Leah Caffrey continues to be a key part of the Dublin defence.

GAA • 10 Sep

Premier tyros fuelling Forde's Tipperary belief

Tipperary forward Jason Forde admits that the 2025 All-Ireland success was "the stuff of dreams".

Hurling • 10 Sep

Patient O'Connor reaping Kerry rewards

Kerry's Joe O'Connor has had to bide his time with Kerry, but a stellar 2025 is a nod to both hard work and resilience.

Football • 09 Sep

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher denies Hungary's Roland Sallai

Ireland player ratings: Kelleher stars in dramatic draw

Caoimhín Kelleher was the standout performer for Ireland, while Ryan Manning and substitute Chiedozie Ogbene also caught the eye.

Soccer • 07 Sep

Harnessing group power to tackle the marathon

Olympian and performance psychologist Jessie Barr on how the marathon has evolved from a solitary sport into a powerful community-driven experience.

Athletics • 25 Aug

27 July 2025; Kerry captain Gavin White lifts the Sam Maguire cup after his side's victory in the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Kerry and Donegal at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

All-Ireland SFC recap: Kerry 1-26 Donegal 0-19

Kerry claim a 39th All-Ireland football title with a 10-point victory over Donegal at Croke Park.

Football • 27 Jul

Donegal manager Jim McGuinness and Michael Murphy

Unbroken bonds - McGuinness and Murphy back in tandem

Few manager/player relationships in the GAA can compare to the strength of bond between Jim McGuiness and Michael Murphy. The Donegal legends are reunited and on the cusp of more All-Ireland glory.

Football • 27 Jul