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PAT Critchley was a mainstay of the Laois GAA hurling team of the 1980s. He is often referred to as ‘Laois’s only hurling All Star’, which is some distinction…
O'Loughlin Gaels were denied what looked to be a clear goal - which ultimately ended up being the difference in a one-point All-Ireland final defeat
<p>The definitive GAA sports series, Laochra Gael, returns to TG4 this spring for a 22nd series. The series hour-long format has proved a huge success, bringing each player’s personal stories to screen. The series features eight Laochra with genuine star quality and reveals deeper, fresh and sometimes unexpected insights into</p>
SHANE Dalton tips back through the time tunnel. He remembers Christy Sweets. Fondly.
Offaly’s Pat Fleury. Photo: Sportsfile It ran from 1963 to 1967, but since it didn't have official GAA backing and was largely ignored by the wider media world, it ran aground. Mick Dunne (initially Irish Press and later RTÉ) led the campaign to launch a new and official scheme, complete with sponsors and a glitzy presentation ceremony, the first of which was held on December 15, 1971. Carrolls did an excellent job marketing the new arrival, including the production of large colourful posters, which carried pictures and citations for all 30 players. They became essential decorations on pub...