Fixtures Task Force News Today

One of Clare’s 2013 All Ireland winners feels a longer closed season for intercounty players is more beneficial than pre season competitions. The GAA confirmed last week that pre season competitions would return for 2022, despite a recommendation from the Fixtures Task Force Review calling for their abolition. It means the Munster Hurling League and […]

So its Congress weekend  Its that time of year again when GAA delegates meet to discuss and vote on proposed changes to the rule book. What makes Congress 2021 unique is that it will be the first time the meeting will be held virtually, given Covid-19 restrictions.  Remind me again, briefly preferably, what happened at last year’s Congress? Given what transpired with Covid-19 and the change in championship structures, some of the motions passed never came to light, such as The Tailteann...

McAvoy says provincial championships shouldnt be de-coupled from All-Ireland January 13, 2021 Cavan captain and goalkeeper Raymond Galligan lifts the Anglo-Celt Cup. ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy. Ulster GAA Secretary Brian McAvoy in his 2021 Annual Report says he is against any move to play an All-Ireland championship that does not include the provincial championships. The Fixtures Task Force has put forward options to be discussed on how the All-Ireland SFC should be run off in the future. One option...