The biggest stories in Irish rugby with our team of writers and experts, including Rúaidhrí O'Connor, Cian Tracey, Will Slattery, Sineád Kissane and Luke Fitzgerald. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, expert opinion and post-match comment we have every position covered. From in-depth analysis to team news and post-match analysis we have every position covered.
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Welcome to The Left Wing Back Podcast with Kevin Regan. A light hearted approach to covering GAA action while challenging the hard issues at the same time. Always a bit of craic and full of characters.
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A podcast at the intersection of the world's game and the left
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Chief Grand Wizard of the SJW Cuck Militia Dick Coughlan is here to assimilate you. TRIGGER WARNING: Jokes will not be visible to those with a Satire Intolerance
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Bennekerry/Tinryland take Leinster crown - Rathvilly & Burren Rangers bow out - St Mullins ready for Offaly hotshots
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Stephen Bambrick joins us to discuss Bennekerry/Tinryland's Leinster success. We chat about Rathvilly & Burren Rangers exiting Leinster, St Mullins prepping for their opener on Sunday, the County u16 Football Championship & more ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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Tetchy Andy Farrell, red card madness and are Ireland in a slump?
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Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery pick through where everything went wrong for Ireland against New Zealand. Luke thinks it was a one-off bad performance while Cian and Will wonder whether there are signs of a potential November slump to come. Andy Farrell's tetchy press conference, the 20-minute red card and Australia's dramatic win ov…
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All Blacks triumph as Ireland fail to fire — Post-match reaction — Ireland 13-23 New Zealand
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Sinead Kissane is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey at the Aviva Stadium after Ireland's 19-game home winning run came to an end at the hands of the All Blacks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Irish Independent
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November questions, Ireland's depth and All Blacks preview with Kieran Read
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Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery are joined by All Blacks legend Kieran Read to preview Ireland vs New Zealand on the latest Left Wing podcast. Luke and Will kick things off by looking ahead to Ireland's four-match November campaign and what impact Andy Farrell's departure for the Lions after November might have on his decisions. Double World Cup …
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Darragh Foley finishes up with Carlow - BK/Tin prep for Leinster Final - Ballon & Fenagh bow out - Rathvilly step up - County Championship off to a flyer
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Mick Kehoe joins us to discuss the following: 02:05 Darragh Foley finishes up with Carlow 08:09 BK/Tin prep for Leinster Final 11:52 Ballon & Fenagh bow out of Leinster 33:13 Rathvilly & Burren Rangers step up in Leinster 42:43 County Championship off to a flyer All this and much more! ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Will Slattery is back from his travels to join Sinéad Kissane and Luke Fitzgerald on the Left Wing - and what a week to return. Former Munster hooker Mike Sherry joined the programme as the team give their reaction to the shock announcement that Graham Rowntree has parted ways with Munster by mutual agreement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…
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On this episode of the Left Wing, Sinéad Kissane and Cian Tracey joined Luke Fitzgerald ahead of the Ireland squad announcement, where the team ask if Andy Farrell will use the four-game Autumn series to rotate new talent.The team also discuss Munster’s lineout issues, Jack Crowley's kicking and we react to Leinster extending Leo Cullen’s stay as h…
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Rathvilly take SFC crown - Myshall do 25 in a row - Minor Final Mayhem - Leinster Play Off's - Last call for Player of The Year nominees
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Mick Kehoe joins Kev for a recap on all the happenings over the past week from Rathvilly's SFC success to Myshall's extraordinary 25 in a row achievement to Minor Final headlines and much more besides. Don't forget to email your LWB Player of The Year nominees to info@leftwingback.com in association with Valhalla Sauna's 00:00 Show Partner Mentions…
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On this episode of the Left Wing, Sinéad Kissane and Rúaidhrí O’Connor joined Luke Fitzgerald to rebuff claims that the Leinster/Munster rivalry is dead, break down where the 10 situation is at, and ask if now would have been a good time for Leinster to travel to South Africa in the URC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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RG Snyman the ‘poster boy’ for a Leinster/Munster rivalry back up and running
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On this episode of the Left Wing, Sinéad Kissane and David Kelly joined Luke Fitzgerald to preview this weekend’s pair of Interpro derbies, with Munster set to travel to a boisterous Croke Park on Saturday. The team give their verdicts for both games, discuss whether emotion can benefit Munster in GAA HQ, and ask what impact RG Snyman will have. Se…
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2024 Carlow Football Final Weekend Review
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Kev & BOD were once again located at the Talbot Hotel in Carlow for this week's episode reviewing the 2024 Carlow Football Finals. Details of the Camogie Finals were also given. And of course the Senior Football Final Replay is previewed. The lads also discuss possible LWB Player of The Year contenders! 00:00 - Intro 05:30 - Camogie Final Times 06:…
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The Paul O’Connell interview - Introducing Indo Sport
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We want to introduce Indo Daily listeners to our brand-new sister podcast, Indo Sport. It’s free, it’s daily Monday to Friday and features the best sporting analysis from across the country, with veteran sports broadcaster Joe Molloy at the helm. In this episode Joe sits down with Irish rugby legend Paul O'Connell for an in-depth discussion. From f…
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Caoimhe Deering & Sarah Curran chat to BOD after Rathvilly Ladies Footballers county final win
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BOD spoke to the two members of the recent winning side with Rathvilly also prepping for Senior and JFC 'B' Finals this week! ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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2024 Carlow JFC 'B' Final - BOD chats to his brother Jeffrey and Eire Og's James Ruth ahead of this years decider
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BOD sat down and had the craic with his brother Jeff and James Ruth ahead of the 2024 JFC 'B' Final between Eire Og and Rathvilly. ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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On this episode of the Left Wing, Sinéad Kissane and David Kelly joined Luke Fitzgerald in the aftermath of a historic victory by the Irish women over New Zealand in the WXV series in Canada. The team also debate the wisdom of players going to places like France to further their career, talk about Johnny Sexton’s new book, and ask if Munster can bo…
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2024 Carlow SFC Final: Palatine's Craig Kearney has a conversation with us ahead of the showdown vs Rathvilly
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Craig Kearney is well established in the Palatine nets. He also keeps up his net keeping duty with New Oak while running a Web Design & Management business - www.Craigkearney.com We had a great discussion and it even featured an unexpected cameo from one of Craig's team mates! ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Brian O'Donoghue sat down for a fantastic discussion with two of Rathvilly's finest servants. Brian Murphy and Alan 'Briar' Kelly gave many great years to club and county. This wide ranging chat is sure to have you entertained! ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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2024 Carlow Intermediate Football Final Pod featuring Pat Butler of Fenagh & Donal Hickey of Kildavin/Clonegal
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The lads were a joy to chat to ahead of this Saturday's IFC Final! Great craic and stories from both! ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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2024 Carlow Junior A Football Final Pod featuring Paddy Byrne of Ballon & Richie Kearney of Leighlinbridge
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Richard Kearney soldiered for many years with Leighlinbridge. Paddy Byrne is still doing just that for Ballon. They meet on Sunday. We had a great chat with both lads over the weekend. ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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On this episode of the Left Wing, Rúaidhrí O’Connor joined Luke Fitzgerald to break down the first week of URC action, and ask if Leinster are using their resources correctly at this stage of the season. Also: what to like about Munster and Connacht after early-doors thriller; is the Emerging Ireland tour fit for purpose; South Africa drop to put I…
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Pal & Rathvilly reach SFC Final - Fenagh v K/C in the IFC - Leighlinbridge to meet Ballon in the JFC A - Rathvilly v Eire Og JFC B - Ladies Football Finals & More
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Pal & Rathvilly reach SFC Final - Fenagh v K/C in the IFC - Leighlinbridge to meet Ballon in the JFC A - Rathvilly v Eire Og JFC B - Ladies Football Finals & More Johnny Nevin joins us to Review the action! ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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2024 Carlow Football Championship Semi Final weekend previews Live from the Talbot Hotel Carlow
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Kev & Fisher tipped on down to the Talbot Hotel on Tuesday evening to record our 2024 Carlow Football Championship Semi Final preview show. Talbot Hotel Carlow came on board as partners with us this year and have recently opened An Bhearu Bar & Bistro along with The Recovery Room at Talbot Fitness for all your post match and pre match recovery need…
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The 2024/25 season is upon us and so is the new season of the Left Wing. Rúaidhrí O’Connor joined Luke Fitzgerald to assess where expectations lie in each Irish province ahead of the URC’s kick-off. Also: what to do about Ireland’s Number 10s; Simon Easterby announced as interim Ireland head coach; How Andy Farrell’s absence will be felt. See omnys…
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New County Football Championship is announced - Quarter Final Football previews - Round 3 lookback & much more
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Robert Sansom & Mick Kehoe join us to discuss a new County Football Championship launching in October. We chat about Round 3 & indeed the upcoming Quarter Final's of the Carlow Football Championship. We get a verdict on Killeshin v Graiguecullen in the Laois SFC Quarter Final & much more ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Palatine motor into Senior Semi's - Grange & Kilbride likewise at Inter & Junior - Final round permutations & more with Tom Dillon
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Tom Dillon is a seriously impressive human being. At just 18 years of age he has Captained Carlow u20 Footballers, plays like a seasoned pro for his club Grange, and this week begins another big stage in life when he takes up a course in UL to be a PE & Maths teacher. Tom joins us for a great discussion looking back on Round 2 of the Carlow Footbal…
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Cake delivered to Carlow - 1st round Football action talking points - 2nd round heads up - Paul Byrne in top form
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Cake delivered to Carlow - 1st round Football action talking points - 2nd round heads up - Paul Byrne in top form ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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Football Championship kicks into action with Mick Kehoe previewing and we reflect on St Mullins SHC success with Tommy Buggy
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And just like that it's time for Carlow Football Championship action! Mick Kehoe joins to discuss the runners and riders for this years Championships. While Tommy Buggy joins us to discuss St Mullins' Senior Hurling Championship success after another incredible game with MLR. ★ Support this podcast ★…
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We took a spin out to the new, improved and seriously impressive Knockbeg College to meet their new principal John Maye who talked us through all things Olympics and a few bits on the school also. No punches pulled on the Athletics front, raw honesty from John as always and plenty of insight to boot! ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Former Carlow Senior Hurler Willie Hickey joins us for as honest an assessment of Hurling Final weekend that you'll find anywhere. Not a man to mince his words, Willie breaks down the Senior Final draw with MLR and St Mullins. He feels it's great for Burren Rangers to get up Intermediate despite losing to them in the game that decided that on Satur…
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2024 Carlow Hurling Championship Finals Preview - Tommy Buggy - Paul O'Brien - Ciaran Bolger - Alan Brennan - Alex Delaney
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It's Hurling Finals weekend in Carlow and we catch up with the following people to give us a flavour of what to expect: Alex Delaney - Carlow Town Alan Brennan - Naomh Bríd Ciaran Bolger - Burren Rangers Tommy Buggy - St Mullins Paul O'Brien - MLR ★ Support this podcast ★Από τον Kevin Regan
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On the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast, Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery select their Lions team to take on Australia next summer. With Andy Farrell set to coach the team down under, the lads speculate as to how much that will benefit the Irish players. Luke think Jack Crowley could well be the starting out-half while everyone…
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We tipped down to the Talbot Hotel in Carlow for what initially was meant to be a brief chat over a coffee with Leo McGough in the fantastic new An Bhearú Bar & Bistro. It turned out to be a podcast for the ages. We of course did get to the Carlow Hurling Semi Final's eventually, but what transpired both before and after was just pure magic. Leo is…
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Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery answer readers' questions on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. How to give gametime to Ireland's U-20 talent, where Leinster should play Jordie Barrett and whether there is pressure on Paul O'Connell are all topics of discussion. The lads then finish off by asking whether Hugo Keenan should …
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Early Hurler of The Year contenders - Quarter Finals in disguise - All Ireland Hurling Final Preview - Much More!
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Barry 'The Bowser' Doyle is once again joined by David Galway this week. The lads delve into what practically are Quarter Finals for some teams in the Carlow SHC this weekend. Early contenders for Hurler of the Year are discussed. A detailed breakdown on the All Ireland Senior Hurling Final between Cork and Clare. And much more besides! ★ Support t…
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Ciaran Frawley's future, Ireland's achievement and Andy Farrell's triumph
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Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery to reflect on Ireland's famous win over South Africa on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Ciaran Frawley was the hero with a late drop goal and once again his future at Leinster is a big topic of discussion. The lads break down Ireland's stellar first half, South Africa's comeback…
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Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Will Slattery to digest Ireland's famous win in South Africa after Ciaran Frawley's late drop goal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Irish Independent
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Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Will Slattery to discuss the Ireland team announcement and Andy Farrell's decision to drop Peter O'Mahony for the second Test against the Springboks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Irish Independent
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Ireland's relationship with referees is in the spotlight after the opening Test match defeat to the Springboks on Saturday. Luke Fitzgerald and Ruaidhri O'Connor joined Will Slattery on The Left Wing podcast, with Caelan Doris' interactions with referee Luke Pearce a major discussion point. South Africa's more attacking style of play also caught th…
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Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Will Slattery on The Left Wing podcast to discuss Ireland's narrow defeat to South Africa in the first Test in Pretoria. Two costly errors from James Lowe in the second half saw the Springboks score a brace of vital tries and the lads are on hand to pick through all the talking points from a dramatic encount…
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Jamie Osborne has been handed a shock debut at fullback as Andy Farrell named the Ireland team to face the Springboks. Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Will Slattery on The Left Wing podcast to discuss the stern test the Naas youngster will face in Pretoria. Craig Casey starts at scrum-half ahead of Conor Murray while Farrell has opted for a 5/3 bench split…
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Can Ireland win a Test match in South Africa?
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Luke Fitzgerald, Ruaidhri O'Connor and Will Slattery give their verdict on Ireland's chances in South Africa on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. The lads preview the first Test, which takes place in Pretoria on Saturday, and discuss the budding rivalry between Ireland and the Springboks. Rassie Erasmus' team selection, areas of concern …
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Ballinkillen add sprinkles to 'flakes' - B'town get off the mark - Sean Buggy chats CTHC - Preview's & Review's
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Having made it two wins from two in the IHC, we decided to go have a chat with arguably Carlow Town's most passionate young Hurler who not long ago also co-founded the famed Bush Ultras! Kev & Barry go through the weekend's games which at Senior saw Ballinkillen go seriously close to a big upset against MLR while Bagenalstown pushed on against a Na…
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Is the Carlow Intermediate Hurling Championship now offering more bang for it's buck than ever? - Can Bagenalstown mount a challenge? Will Naomh Eoin push on?
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The Carlow SHC got underway last weekend with MLR and St Mullins drawing, while Naomh Eoin were 5 point winners over Ballinkillen. This weekend we look at Ballinkillen v MLR and Naomh Eoin v Bagenalstown. We chat about Carlow Town's resurgence, the growing interest in the Carlow Intermediate Championship and much more! ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery look ahead to Ireland's Test series against South Africa on the latest episode of The Left Wing. Despite the club season ending on a sour note for the Irish provinces, Luke thinks that Andy Farrell can build his players up to take on the Springboks. The lads discuss some of the selection dilemmas facin…
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Leinster and Munster's URC semi-final defeats and Ireland's squad announcement were up for discussion on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery to pick through a very disappointing weekend for Irish rugby. Luke says Leinster have major questions to answer after a third…
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Will Carlow SHC have 5 teams or 6? What are the ramifications for Naomh Bríd & all other clubs? - David Galway gives us the Wicklow perspective & interesting structure chat
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With a meeting set for Tuesday night, it is becoming likely that the Carlow Senior Hurling Championship will only have 5 teams this year. Will Naomh Brid's first team have no Hurling? Will they be let go back Intermediate? What is the collateral damage? We discuss all this and indeed have great in depth chats on Inter County and club structures wit…
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What are the fundamentals of Irish Athletics untraditional sprint success and how can they be applied to GAA in Carlow? - Incoming Knockbeg Principal John Maye discusses
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This week saw Ireland achieve massive 400m and 1500m success taking home gold and silver from the European Championships. 400m in particular hasn't been something that Ireland have been traditionally known for in terms of success. So how was this tradition created in such a relatively short timeframe? And how can it be applied to GAA in Carlow to n…
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Altitude and Warriors stand in the way of an all-Irish final
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Rúaidhrí O’Connor join Cian Tracey and Luke Fitzgerald to assess the chances of a Leinster v Munster decider in the URC. Leinster have logistical headaches and altitude to contend with as they travel to face the Bulls in Loftus Versfeld - Luke remembers how playing at such heights can impact your body. Meanwhile - Munster can make most of their par…
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Carew out the gap - How did Carew compare to Turlough stats wise? - Who to go after next? - Where do we go next?
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In this detailed discussion Kev & Bowser go through the Niall Carew era in detail after he parted company with the county at the weekend. Kev has been crunching the numbers and the stats comparison between Carew & Turlough O'Brien's respective tenure's make for interesting debate and discussion. The lads trash out what the priorities should be. Men…
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Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery look ahead to the URC playoffs on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Munster are in the box seat after securing top seeding with an exciting win over Ulster and the lads think the Thomond Park factor could see them defend their URC crown. Leinster will have to do it the hard way with a likely trip to Sout…
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