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SONIA O'SULLIVAN: ‘I definitely thought Faith might have got a little bit closer' | Faith Kipyegon's 4-minute mile attempt

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 20:27


Legendary Irish track and field athlete Sonia O'Sullivan joins Eoin Sheahan after watching Faith Kipyegon fall agonisingly short of breaking the 4 minute mile on Thursday evening.

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THE NEWSROUND: John Giles retires from punditry | B&I Lions team for first game Down Under | Ireland in America

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 13:15


Cathal Mullaney joins Richie McCormack and Eoin Sheahan in studio for Thursday's Newsround, after the news that legendary footballer, manager and pundit John Giles is retiring from punditry. The Newsround with UPMC | #GetBackInAction

"I'd never do HYROX with my boyfriend" | Ep. 9: 'Why-rox' | The Fastest Growing Sport? | WOTS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 34:32


Hello! And welcome to our podcast - Word On The Street! Every week, Susanna, Eve, and Rachel take a major sporting event or topic and head to the streets to find out what you, the public, think. This week, we're talking about Ireland's new obsession with HYROX! Why are so many people doing it? Is it really that accessible? And why is it all over my TikTok!? All this and more on this week's Word On The Street.

Karl Spain's You Had To Be There | Off The Ball Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 54:29


The brilliant Irish comedian Karl Spain joined Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig on Thursday's Off The Ball for the latest installment of You Had To Be There! Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

'I REALLY like this team' - Lions XV named | Mayo oust Kevin McStay | Morning Papers on Off The Ball Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 33:21


Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig and Dara Smith-Naughton brought you all this morning's sports news on Thursday Off The Ball Breakfast. Right as the lads came on air this morning, Andy Farrell named his Lions XV for their opening game in Australia against the Western Force - we brought you all the instant reaction. Following on from that, the lads reflected on the news that Mayo have parted company with manager Kevin McStay, and all of the morning's other major talking points. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND: 'This is going to be one of the best Ryder Cups!' | Have the B&I Lions 'Lionswashed' the English players? | Moses Dyer gone

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 25:33


Eoin Sheahan is joined by Nathan Murphy and Cathal Mullaney for Wednesday's Newsround, as the Keith Andrews news is not yet confirmed, the British & Irish Lions are preparing for their first game of the series, and the League of Ireland has lost their top goalscorer.The Newsround with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

‘It's incredible for Keith Andrews!' | WEDNESDAY'S PAPERS | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 33:59


Ger, Colm & Arthur run you through all of the morning's headlines from the world of sport, as it appears former Republic of Ireland international Keith Andrews is set to be appointed as the new Brentford boss!Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

"You hurt the people you love the most!" | Shels react to Duff | Hurling back to normal? | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 37:33


Ger, Colm & Arthur run through Tuesday morning's papers, as we get reaction to Damien Duff's departure from the Shelbourne camp.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | "Brentford are the Irish club!" | Champions League coming to Athlone | Off The Ball

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 22:53


Newsround time again! Today Eoin Mick, and Cathal bring you through the biggest stories of the day, including the news that Keith Andrews is likely to be Brentford's new manager, Athlone Town Stadium will host Champions League football, and much more!The Newsround on Off The Ball with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

NEWSROUND: Duff Walks | Dublin Defeat Limerick! | Football Quarters Drawn | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 48:43


Cathal Mullaney joins Eoin Sheahan and Mick McCarthy for this evening's newshound after a jam-packed weekend of sport. All the latest from Damien Duff's resignation as Shelbourne manager, and subsequent links to Brentford FC as a potential member of Keith Andrew's backroom staff. Reaction from the weekend's hurling drama, where Dublin overcame Limerick at Croke Park in one of the biggest upsets in hurling history, and the lads look ahead to this weekend's All Ireland Football quarter finals where the draw has produced some mammoth clashes in store. The Newsround on Off The Ball is brought to you by UPMC #GetBackInAction.

‘It's a MASSIVE blow for the league' | PERFORMANCE RANKINGS | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 48:32


Ger, Colm & Arthur are joined by Nathan Murphy & Vinny Perth to reflect on the action packed weekend of sport that was, through the means of the ever controversial Performance Rankings!Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

UNLOCKED - THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | ‘It is one of the most sensational results we've EVER seen!' | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 10:37


Here is a free segment this week's Sunday Paper Review where Shane Hannon is joined by Cliona Foley & Enda McNulty reflecting on yesterday's incredibly win for Dublin over Limerick!You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

THE RACING POD: A Tribute to Kevin Prendergast | "A Quintessential Legend of a Man"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 24:02


On this week's episode of The Racing Pod, Johnny Ward and Thom Malone paid tribute to legendary horse trainer Kevin Prendergast following the news of his passing today. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill. 18+ See gamblingcare.ie

THE NEWSROUND: B&I Lions less than 24 hours away from history | Mbappe's illness | Rory Mcilroy | World Record rugby game

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 27:27


Cathal Mullaney joins Eoin Sheahan and Nathan Murphy on Thursday's Newsround, as the B&I Lions are just over 24 hours away from their first ever game in Dublin! Kyllian Mbappe is ill at the FIFA Club World Cup, while Rory McIlroy is in action at the Traveller's Championship. Meanwhile, closer to home, a new World Record for the longest continuous game of rugby has just been set in Mullingar!The Newsround is live every weekday from 7pm, with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

"Fans need to get over themselves!" Reaction to Trent's Madrid debut | Where next for Jack Grealish? | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 41:51


Ger, Colm & Arthur run through Thursday morning's papers, as the lads chat Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid debut, Jack Grealish's likely departure from Man City & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | Johnny Sexton coaching Marcus Smith | Stephen Bradley's incredible life | Off The Ball

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 23:59


Cathal Mullaney delivers Wednesday night's Newsround to Eoin Sheahan and Nathan Murphy this week.The Newsround with UPMC Ireland #GetBackInAction

‘You'd be hard pushed to pick a finalist, let alone a winner!' | WEDNESDAY'S PAPERS | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 36:24


Colm Boohig, Ger Gilroy & Arthur O'Dea run you through all of the latest from the world of sport, the morning after we learned that Gaelic football crowds have increased by over 45,000 at the 24 round-robin games, compared to last year.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | NFL ticket chaos | McGuinness reaction | Off The Ball

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 22:25


Tuesday already! Join Mick, Eoin, and Cathal as they discuss the big sporting news of the day, including continued reaction to those Jim McGuinness comments, the sheer price of the NFL tickets in Dublin, and much moreThe Newsround on Off The Ball with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

"It's disastrous!" | Drogheda denied Europe | What next for Rory McIlroy? | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 37:44


Colm, Nathan & Arthur run through Tuesday morning's papers as the lads react to Drogheda being denied European football, the US Open hangover & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | 'I don't think I've ever disagreed with you more!' | Heartbreak for Drogheda United | Off The Ball

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 32:00


Happy Monday! Tonight's Newsround is with Mick, Stevo, and Nathan, as they discuss the big results in the senior football championship from the weekend, Drogheda United's heartbreaking UEFA Conference League exit, the US Open golf, and much more.The Newsround on Off The Ball with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

"Absolutely brutal!" Mayo's heartbreak v Donegal | URC Final, US Open & more | PERFORMANCE RANKINGS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 40:06


Colm, John & Arthur running through a busy Performance Rankings, as the lads touch on the weekend's Gaelic football, the URC final & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

UNLOCKED - THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | ‘They had gotten ahead of themselves…' | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 18:52


Here is a free segment this week's Sunday Paper Review where Adrian Barry is joined by Orla McElroy & Dan McDonnell, reflecting on yesterday's URC victory for Leinster.You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

THE RACING POD: When are jockeys in their prime? | Johnny Ward's Charity Bet

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 20:48


Thom Malone is in for John Duggan for this week's Racing Pod, as Johnny Ward joins from York to give his charity bet! We also hear from William Hill's Dave Kelner The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with @WilliamHillIre. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

"What's the problem here?!" | Trent's en español presser | US Open nightmare start for Irish | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 37:17


Colm, Shane & Arthur run through Friday morning's papers, as they talk about Trent Alexander-Arnold's first press conference as a Real Madrid player, the start of the US Open & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE RACING POD: When are jockeys in their prime? | Johnny Ward's Charity Bet

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 42:37


Thom Malone is in for John Duggan for this week's Racing Pod, as Johnny Ward joins from York to give his charity bet! We also hear from William Hill's Dave Kelner The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with @WilliamHillIre. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

THE NEWSROUND: Rory McIlroy's hunt for another Major | Drogheda United challenge UEFA over Conference League axing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 27:29


Cameron Hill joins Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan on Thursday's newsround, giving you all the latest sports stories from the across the globe and home in Ireland.The Newsround with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

GAA stalwart Pat Daly's You Had To Be There | Off The Ball Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 40:36


After 44 years of full-time service to the GAA, Pat Daly announced his decision to retire earlier this year. A key figure in the development of everything from GAA Go Games to Hawkeye, Féile Peile na nÓg to the SMART sliotar, we were delighted to have Pat join us in studio for our latest edition of You Had To Be There on Thursday's Off The Ball Breakfast. Joining Colm Boohig, Meghann Scully and Rachel Sheehan in studio, we really hope you're going to enjoy this one. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

"Why haven't they trained for it?!" | Ep.8: Penalty Shootdown | Are penalties in hurling fair? | Word On The Street

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 31:57


Hello!And welcome to our podcast - Word On The Street!Every week, Susanna, Eve, and Rachel take a major sporting event or topic and head to the streets to find out what you, the public, think.This week, we're talking all things penalty shootouts, after the controversial Munster Hurling Final on Saturday saw Cork triumph over Limerick (Rachel is still celebrating). And even though Susanna is in sunny Spain, she's still here with Eve at the helm to discuss if penalties are fair, comparisons to other sports, and what possible alternatives there are.Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @OffTheBall on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 0879180180!

McIlroy's motivation, Bellingham vs Tuchel's mother & Bradley's FAI snub | Morning Papers | Off The Ball Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 38:43


It was a bumper morning on Off The Ball Breakfast this Thursday! Colm Boohig was joined by the returning co-host Meghann Scully, as well as Team OTB members Rachel Sheehan and Arthur James O'Dea. With the US Open teeing off later today, the guys ran through which of the leading Irish contenders - Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry - will fare better on a difficult Oakmont course!Beyond that, there was some discussion about what Thomas Tuchel's mother makes of Jude Bellingham, Zoom meeting etiquette and some positive news from Casement Park. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND: Casement Park gets UK Government boost | Inside the B&I Lions camp | Carla Ward's US squad

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 24:17


Richie McCormack joins Cameron Hill and Eoin Sheahan on Wednesday's Newsround, as Casement Park has gotten a boost from the UK government, while Finlay Bealham and Andy Farrell speak from the B&I Lions camp. The Newsround w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

"Building on strong foundations" | €4m Funding confirmed for Women In Sport

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 21:44


Wednesday saw the announcement of a fresh €4m in funding for the Women in Sport (WIS) Programme for 2025.At today's press briefing, OTB's Rachel Sheehan spoke first to Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan T.D, then it was the turn of Sport Ireland CEO, Dr Úna May. Rachel also caught up with Minister for Sport and Postal Policy, Charlie McConalogue, Chairperson of the Women in Sport Committee, Michelle Tanner, and finally, Kelsey Kirby – Sport Development Officer & Racer Motorsport Ireland.

"Will it ever get more meaningless than this?" | RTE's non-coverage of Luxembourg 0-0 Ireland | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 37:49


Colm, Adrian & Arthur run through Wednesday morning's papers, as they talk Ireland's disappointing draw with Luxembourg last night.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND: Ireland v Luxembourg | August All Ireland finals | McIlroy and Lowry tee off together

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 24:48


Nathan Murphy and the Irish Independent's football correspondent Daniel McDonnell are live in Luxembourg as Heimir Hallgrimsson's side are set for their second friendly of this window. They join Eoin Sheahan, Cameron Hill and Mick McCarthy for Tuesday's Newsround. The Newsround w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

"This stirs the pot for Limerick..." | Cork's f* off chant | Ireland v Luxembourg | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 33:59


Colm, Adrian & Arthur run through the morning papers as they talk about the Cork hurlers' Munster final celebrations, Ireland's friendly fixture vs Luxembourg & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | Starting our war on Seagulls | An alternative idea to penalties in hurling | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 26:25


Stephen Doyle and Michael McCarthy join Eoin Sheahan for Monday night's Newsround and we're starting with the biggest story of a packed weekend, the Seagulls at the Aviva Stadium.UPMC in Ireland #GetBackInAction

Munster final "had EVERYTHING!"| PERFORMANCE RANKINGS | A French Open final for the ages!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 41:22


Colm, Tommy Rooney & Arthur run through a packed Performance Rankings, which will feature tennis journalist, Simon Cambers following the conclusion of the French Open.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

UNLOCKED - THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | ‘It's an awful way to lose… but it's an unbelievable way to win!' | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 16:37


Here is a free segment this week's Sunday Paper Review where Shane Hannon is joined by Lisa Fallon & Paddy Christie, reflecting on yesterday's outstanding Munster Hurling Final!You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

THE NEWSROUND: Penalties in hurling, classy Coco Gauff, Leinster crowds

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 31:01


Shane Hannon is joined by Ann Marie Donelan and Alanna Cunnane to run you through today's sporting headlines.

SANITA PUSPURE: 'I didn't reach my potential!' | Rowing trailblazer | Latvia v Ireland | SETTLE IN

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 44:14


Three-time Olympian Sanita Puspure speaks with Kathleen McNamee on this week's Settle In. They look back on the highs and lows of her rowing career, the Tokyo disappointment, being a trailblazer, and her native Latvia. Settle In on Off The Ball is brought to you by Guinness 0.0 | #SetleIn

THE RACING POD (Free): 'The mystery of life' | The Redwood Queen incident | The Epsom Derby | Thom Malone's Charity Bet

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 20:56


Johnny Ward is in for John Duggan on this week's Racing Pod, joined by the racing aficionado himself, Thom Malone. They look ahead to the weekend's races, while also getting Thom's charity bet, with the help of William Hill's Dave Kelner.The Racing Pod with William Hill.18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

THE NEWSROUND: So you're telling me there's a chance? | Hallgrimsson ahead of Senegal | Roland Garros

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 24:25


Nathan Murphy, Cameron Hill and Eoin Sheahan are live in studio for Thursday's Newsround, looking through all of the day's top sports stories!From Heimir Hallgrimsson's press conference ahead of Senegal tomorrow night, to another Munster legend stepping away from the province and Roland Garros, the lads bring you everything that's happening in the world of sport.The Newsround w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

Stephen Bradley on career altering incident, leading Rovers & son's cancer diagnosis | Inner Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 49:16


Nathan Murphy sat down with Shamrock Rovers' head coach Stephen Bradley to talk about the life-changing incident that led him away from playing, bringing Rovers to the top and the impact his son's cancer diagnosis has had. Inner Drive is brought to you by Allianz, proud sponsors of Irish sport for over 30 years. #StopTheDrop

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