The GAA has confirmed that inter-county senior challenge matches can proceed from tonight.
An earlier date of 10 May had been conveyed but the GAA issued an update this evening confirming this date had been brought forward to 5 May.
Earlier, inter-county minor and under-20 teams received a huge boost with the news that full-contact training can begin from next Monday, 10 May. Games in these cohorts will be permitted from 7 June.
In the coming days, the Central Competitions Control Commitee (CCCC) will also publish a schedule for both the completion of 2020 competitions and dates for 2021 inter-county competitions at the respective levels.
On Tuesday, the Government provided clarity on this area to the GAA, Ladies Gaelic Football Association and Camogie Association.
GAA in the dark over inter-county challenge games
April 30, 2021
The Allianz Leagues return on 8 May.
The GAA are awaiting clarification from the Government about whether or not inter-county challenge games would be allowed following the latest easing of Covid-19 restrictions.
There was good news for the Association in Thursday’s announcement by Taoiseach Micheál Martin with adult club training permitted from 10 May, while games behind closed doors may take place from 7 June.
However, there were no mentions of when challenges between inter-county teams will be allowed.
Counties were hoping to play warm-up games in preparation for the start of the Allianz Leagues early next month.
A chara,
I know you will be aware by now of the positive announcement by the Irish Government yesterday in relation to the further relaxing of restrictions for society generally and for Gaelic Games in particular.
As you will appreciate, we need to receive further clarity on aspects of what was announced last evening but broadly speaking the following is what is proposed in the coming weeks:
From 10
th May – Outdoor training is permitted at adult level in pods of a maximum of 15 people (including coaches). However, games are not allowed and indoor facilities must remain closed.
From 7
th June (and subject to the Public Health situation at the time) – Club games will be permitted at all levels but must be played “behind closed doors”.
GAA league fixtures to be spread across weekends for live TV coverage
Eir and TG4 will broadcast live action while GAAGO will air the remainder of the games from hurling’s top tier and all four divisions of football. By Fintan O Toole Wednesday 14 Apr 2021, 3:06 PM 4 hours ago 10,692 Views 3 Comments
Tipperary and Limerick are set to meet in the Allianz Hurling League opener.
Image: Ryan Byrne/INPHO
Image: Ryan Byrne/INPHO
UPCOMING INTER-COUNTY league fixtures will be spread across Saturdays and Sundays for live TV coverage from broadcast partners Eir and TG4 in a similar manner to the 2020 season.
The Allianz Hurling League will begin on the weekend of 8/9 May, with football commencing a week later.