Podcasts about Croke Park

Odhrán Johnson was in Croke Park on Monday for the launch of the Camogie All Ireland Championship! He spoke with Camogie Association President Brian Molloy, Waterford's Lorraine Bray, Kilkenny's Katie Power, Laois' Alice Walsh and Tipperary's Laura Leeane at the launch, getting their thoughts on last week's decision to allow for a choice of either skorts or shorts, as well as what this year's championship will look like.

Kathleen is joined by Dublin camogie chief Karl O'Brien and Off The Ball's Rachel Sheehan to discuss the historic decision at the camogie congress last at Croke Park, where 98% of delegates voted for players to have the choice between skorts and shorts.Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

Rachel Sheehan reports live from Croke Park as congress voted 98% in favour of allowing camogie players the choice of what they wear during matches! Kilkenny legend Richie Hogan and Eoin Sheahan speak with Rachel on what the decision means.

Off The Ball's Rachel Sheehan spoke to Camogie Association president Brian Molloy in Croke Park after congress voted 98% in favour of choice with regards to the skorts vs shorts issue that has been ongoing since last year.Hear also Molloy addressing the media following the decision.

Cameron Hill joins Eoin Sheahan and Richie McCormack for the Newsround this evening to review a massive 24 hours in sport. Ange's second season win, Aoife Wafer's move to Harlequins and the IABA joining up with World Boxing. Rachel Sheehan also joins us live from Croke Park where the Camogie Association are having a special congress meeting to vote on the option of removing the mandatory wearing of skorts. The Newsround w/ UPMC #GetBackInAction

Kathleen McNamee sat down with Westmeath footballer, Boidu Sayeh, to talk about moving to Ireland from Liberia at 8 years old, his love of GAA, his favourite moments in his GAA career and his passion to increase the representation of all cultures in the GAA. Settle In is brought to you by Guinness 0.0 Proud partners of Croke Park and the GAA.

Kathleen McNamee sat down with Westmeath footballer, Boidu Sayeh, to talk about moving to Ireland from Liberia at 8 years old, his love of GAA, his favourite moments in his GAA career and his passion to increase the representation of all cultures in the GAA. Settle In is brought to you by Guinness 0.0 Proud partners of Croke Park and the GAA.

On today's show:  9am-10am We speak to Sinéad Murphy, head of communications with the RTB about rising rent costs in the city As peace talks between Russia and Ukraine take place in Istanbul we talk to Dr Brendan Flynn - Dept of Political Science & Sociology, University of Galway Kate Cogan talks to John about living with a rare, genetic skin disease and her abseil down Croke Park to raise funds and awareness. 

The Minnesota Vikings have been confirmed as the opponents for the Pittsburgh Steelers in Croke Park on September 28th this year in the first NFL regular season game to take place in Ireland. Shane and Brian give their reaction. Our friends at QuinnBet have great odds on the PGA Championship, amazing Acca Bonuses, Acca Insurance & many other daily specials. Find out more at QuinnBet.com/promotions or use the LINK provided. Remember its 18+ T&Cs Apply - Always Gamble Responsibly.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after a weekend where there was only one real winner - Gaelic Football! We saw Donegal edge a stunning Ulster final, and on Sunday Louth claimed the Leinster title for the first time in 68 years. Scenes! We're talking both finals, and all the rest of the action this weekend.(00:30) - Capturing the magic of Croke Park on Sunday.(05:00) - Louth's glorious Leinster win - how they got the better of Meath.(24:00) - Tailteann Cup stories and Tyrone's u20s.(28:00) - Donegal-Armagh serve up a classic - where it was won and lost. We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after a weekend where there was only one real winner - Gaelic Football! We saw Donegal edge a stunning Ulster final, and on Sunday Louth claimed the Leinster title for the first time in 68 years. Scenes! We're talking both finals, and all the rest of the action this weekend.(00:30) - Capturing the magic of Croke Park on Sunday.(05:00) - Louth's glorious Leinster win - how they got the better of Meath.(24:00) - Tailteann Cup stories and Tyrone's u20s.(28:00) - Donegal-Armagh serve up a classic - where it was won and lost. We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TikTokers; Oisin Kirk, PJ Callaghan and Grace Cullen are all on the ball ahead of Sunday's Battle of the Northeast in Croke Park! Sarah Keogh, from eatwell.ie, offered some great pointers on minimising food waste. Niamh O'Sullivan looked ahead to the Ladies Leinster Final and gave her opinion on the skorts issue. While Bridget Byrne sang Billie Jo Spiers "Blanket" for her Supper at the Valley Inn! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leading provider of hospitality technology Kappture has chosen Galway City as the location for the expansion of its Software Development Hub with the creation of at least 20 new roles. Currently operating out of The Portershed, the team will focus on the development of its cutting-edge AI platform, BRISK, as well as innovating on its core EPOS solutions. Kappture works with some of the world's most iconic live event brands including Croke Park, Thomond Park, six English Premier League clubs, Ascot, Cheltenham, Aintree, Punchestown, Celtic FC, Olympique Lyonnais, ASM Global and many more. Developed in Galway, BRISK is a world leading AI computer vision action tracking platform. It's first application will be for food & beverage retail at sports and live event venues. Using edge compute, BRISK is the first and only solution of its kind to offer instant payments with a human-free checkout experience. BRISK will remove the all too familiar experience of long queues for food & beverages at your favourite sports matches, concerts, and other live events. The first deployment is now live with Norwich FC with many more planned across Ireland, the UK and globally. Kappture is backed by Irish private equity investor Renatus Capital Partners. This project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Minister for Enterprise Tourism & Employment Peter Burke said: "Great news that Kappture, a leading provider of hospitality technology, has chosen Galway City for their new Software Development Hub, with the creation of 20 jobs. With a focus on innovative new AI technologies, the new office will provide exciting and transformative job opportunities for the locality. Galway is key hub for technology companies, and I very much welcome Kappture to this thriving ecosystem. Congratulations to the team on this new initiative." Kappture is currently recruiting in the areas of computer vision software engineering, software development as well as other commercial and operational roles as it builds out its team. To explore opportunities to join the team visit: Kappture - Careers Neil Haran, CTO of Kappture said "We are delighted to receive support from the IDA Ireland as we look to expand our activities in Ireland both for BRISK and our core EPOS activities. BRISK is the world's only solution that can take payments for food & beverages instantly with no human interaction. BRISK has global applications to remove the pain points of queues at live events, to make it a better experience for fans and more efficient for venue operators. Our ambition is to bring highly skilled talent to Galway and to increase its standing as a hub for AI, innovation and creativity" Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland said "Kappture's decision to expand its software development operations in Galway underscores Ireland's growing reputation as a global hub for technology and innovation. Galway, with its vibrant tech ecosystem, skilled talent pool, and collaborative community, offers an ideal environment for companies developing cutting-edge solutions. This investment not only highlights the city's attractiveness for scaling ambitious tech ventures but also reinforces Ireland's position at the forefront of AI and digital transformation." For more information, visit Experience More - Kappture[AN1] and see BRISK in action here: BRISK See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us...

Will Brett become an all Ireland medal winner in 'Dave's All Ireland GAA Quiz'?Brett Keisal talks about The Pittsburgh Steelers hosting the FIRST ever Irish 'NFL Draft Party' in Croke Park.

Armagh captain Clodagh McCambridge speaks to John Duggan ahead of Saturday evening's Lidl Women's National Football League final clash with Kerry at Croke Park.

Alanna Cunnane was on hand at Croke Park to get the thoughts of Kerry's Niamh Carmody, Danielle O'Leary and Mark Bourke, as well as Armagh's Darnell Parkinson.

John Duggan was at the launch of the Lidl Ladies National Football League finals this week, speaking to all of the respective captains head of their respective finals.He spoke with, in order:Fermanagh captain Shannan McQuadeCork captain Sarah LeahyWexford captain Róisín MurphyGalway captain Kate GeraghtyAntrim captain Bronagh DevlinCavan captain Shauna LynchArmagh captain Clodagh McCambridgeKerry captain Aishling O'Connell Saturday April 12 – Croke Park, Dublin Division 2 – Cork v Galway; 3pmDivision 1 – Armagh v Kerry; 5pm Sunday April 13Division 3 – Cavan v Wexford; Integral GAA Grounds, Drogheda, 2pm Division 4 – Antrim v Fermanagh; St. Tiernach's Park, Clones, 3pm

Tomorrow Kerry, the All-Ireland winners, meet Armagh, the reigning National League champions, in the Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1 Final in Croke Park. Sports journalist Dan Kearney previewed the game.

Galway go in search of a first national ladies football title in 11 years when they clash with Cork in the LIDL National League Division 2 Final on Saturday (12th April 2025). The Tribeswomen have beaten the Rebelettes in their last two competitive meetings, including last year's All-Ireland semi-final, and their second game in this year's league (2-8 to 0-12) thanks to goals from Leanne Coen and Roisin Leonard. Both teams have already been promoted to Division 1, but a league title would be a welcome boost for Galway, which beat Westmeath in 2014, the last time they played for Division 2 honours. Leading up to the game, Galway manager Daniel Moynihan chatted to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on 'Over The Line.' == Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 3pm and we'll have LIVE coverage with Darren Kelly and Katelyn Hayes on Galway Bay FM.

As we get closer to the NFL Draft, MIchael is joined by former Steeler and current SNR announcer Max Starks to look ahead to the NFL Draft - and look ahead to the big news that has been announced this week - the Steelers NFL Draft Party in Croke Park at the end of the month!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lidl Ireland and the Ladies Gaelic Football Association (LGFA) are gearing up for an action-packed weekend of National Football League Finals across all four divisions, with Armagh, Kerry, Cork and Galway all battling it out at Croke Park, while Cavan, Wexford, Antrim and Fermanagh will target silverware in Drogheda and Clones.   The scene is set for four intriguing ties – as captains and representatives from the eight competing teams gathered in Dublin today ahead of the weekend fixtures.   The Divisions 1 and 2 Finals will form an exciting double-header at Croke Park next Saturday, April 12, with the Divisions 3 and 4 Finals to be contested next Sunday, April 13, in Drogheda and Clones respectively.   In the Division 2 Final, which will precede the Division 1 showpiece, Cork and Galway will battle it out for silverware after claiming promotion.   Relegated from Division 1 in 2024, Cork and Galway have bounced back to the top tier at the first attempt, and will now look to put the icing on a sweet-tasting Lidl National League cake by landing the trophy on offer.  Armagh, Kerry, Cork and Galway were also the 2024 TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship semi-finalists, proof positive that all four teams have carried last year's encouraging form into the 2025 season.   So, will Kerry gain revenge on Armagh after losing last year's Lidl NFL Division 1 Final, and move ahead of Cork in the all-time roll of honour with a 13th Division 1 title? Or will Armagh get the better of the Kingdom again at Croke Park to claim their second crown?   All will be revealed, as Galway target a first Division 2 title win since 2014, while Cork eye second tier glory for the first time since 2003.   Galway captain Katie Geraghty was in attendance at the LIDL National League Finals media day and she spoke to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. ==

Munster recorded an impressive win against Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle on Saturday in the Investec Champions Cup last 16, setting up a mouthwatering tie against Bordeaux Bègles.Meanwhile, Leinster kept Harlequins scoreless at Croke Park which saw Leo Cullen's side safely through to the quarter-finals.Former Munster player Alan Quinlan and Off The Ball's Will O'Callaghan spoke to Matt about the weekend's results.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the chat.

This is Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your free Bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ronan O'Gara took time out from La Rochelle's preparations for their Investec Champions Cup tie with Munster to speak to Shane and Colm. Alan Quinlan helped set the table for the rest of the weekend's action. We previewed the start of the Football Championship with Mayo legend David Brady. And Former Ireland international Méabh De Búrca looks ahead to this afternoons Women's Nations League meeting of Greece and Ireland. But this morning's Bite focuses on this weekend's Champions Cup action as we check in with Alan Quinlan, and first - Ronan O'Gara. And don't forget, Leinster's Croke Park outing against Harlequins at Croke Park is live on Saturday's Off The Ball. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has team news from all four provinces - and their opponents - ahead of a busy weekend of Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. We hear from Dan Sheehan and Alan Quinlan on Leinster's last-16 encounter with Alan Quinlan at Croke Park, a game you can hear live and exclusive on Off The Ball on Saturday. Ronan O'Gara speaks exclusively to us as his out-of-form La Rochelle side prepare to host Munster. Rob Herring will win his 250th Ulster cap in Sunday's tricky test away to Bordeaux. And Shayne Bolton is back for Connacht's Challenge Cup tie with Cardiff. Plus, the latest on Rugby Australia's search for a new Wallabies head coach, and one of the game's best young talents closes the door on the All Blacks.

This is Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your free Bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ronan O'Gara took time out from La Rochelle's preparations for their Investec Champions Cup tie with Munster to speak to Shane and Colm. Alan Quinlan helped set the table for the rest of the weekend's action. We previewed the start of the Football Championship with Mayo legend David Brady. And Former Ireland international Méabh De Búrca looks ahead to this afternoons Women's Nations League meeting of Greece and Ireland. But this morning's Bite focuses on this weekend's Champions Cup action as we check in with Alan Quinlan, and first - Ronan O'Gara. And don't forget, Leinster's Croke Park outing against Harlequins at Croke Park is live on Saturday's Off The Ball. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has team news from all four provinces - and their opponents - ahead of a busy weekend of Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. We hear from Dan Sheehan and Alan Quinlan on Leinster's last-16 encounter with Alan Quinlan at Croke Park, a game you can hear live and exclusive on Off The Ball on Saturday. Ronan O'Gara speaks exclusively to us as his out-of-form La Rochelle side prepare to host Munster. Rob Herring will win his 250th Ulster cap in Sunday's tricky test away to Bordeaux. And Shayne Bolton is back for Connacht's Challenge Cup tie with Cardiff. Plus, the latest on Rugby Australia's search for a new Wallabies head coach, and one of the game's best young talents closes the door on the All Blacks.

This weekend tensions are rising as the European Rugby Championship enter the final stage as Leinster take on the Harlequins in Croke Park. It's a Manchester derby this weekend as Man United face old rivals Man City in the Premier League. All that and much more weekend sport with Off the Ball's Colm Boohig.

This is Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Kieran Donaghy reacted to that breaking news of the passing of legendary Kerry footballer and manager, Mick O'Dwyer. James Tracy helps preview this weekend's Investec Champions Cup action, which includes our LIVE game on Saturday - Leinster v Harlequins at Croke Park. We had a very special edition of 'You Had To Be There' with Irish tennis legend (and award-winning author) Conor Niland. Plus, we caught up with Olympic gold medallist, Daniel Wiffen. But this morning's Bite takes in some of Kieran Donaghy's Micko tribute, and then we're off to the pool with Daniel Wiffen. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

This is Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Kieran Donaghy reacted to that breaking news of the passing of legendary Kerry footballer and manager, Mick O'Dwyer. James Tracy helps preview this weekend's Investec Champions Cup action, which includes our LIVE game on Saturday - Leinster v Harlequins at Croke Park. We had a very special edition of 'You Had To Be There' with Irish tennis legend (and award-winning author) Conor Niland. Plus, we caught up with Olympic gold medallist, Daniel Wiffen. But this morning's Bite takes in some of Kieran Donaghy's Micko tribute, and then we're off to the pool with Daniel Wiffen. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

I absolutely LOVED this week's episode. Not only was Louise Galvin extremely sound to chat to and I left wanting to be her pal, she was so open and honest and candid about how she and her husband manage parenting. Louise, for those unfamiliar, is one of Ireland's most successful sports stars – playing at senior level with the Kerry football team, playing in the Rugby 7s World Cup AND as the captain of a National Cup winning basketball team. She probably made GAA history when, following one of her particularly important semi-final matches, Louise ran off the pitch to breastfeed her baby just as the final whistle blew, making her the first player to breastfeed in the dressing rooms at Croke Park. Louise has a three year old son and twin babies who are not even five months yet, and she's making sure she makes time to be match fit to catch the end of the football season. I for one was in awe listening to her tell me all this, while she was just taking it totally in her stride, making it clear that she doesn't get mam guilt because she knows her sport is an important part of who she is and an important example to set for her three children. I think you will love this episode as much as I did – and I'll be back next week with more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Jack Crowley's future at Munster. We hear from Dan Sheehan and Robin McBryde as Leinster switch their attentions to Croke Park and an Investec Champions Cup date with Harequins. That Leinster-Quins game will be live on Saturday's Off The Ball. There's reaction to a 'statement' win for Ireland in the W6N in Parma. The Middle East is hoping to bag the World Cup. And Rugby Australia have won over another recruit from League.

This is Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, former Ireland internationals Alan Quinlan & Hannah O'Connor joined us to discuss Munster's victory over Connacht and Ireland's emphatic win over Italy in the Women's Six Nations. OTB's GAA correspondent Tommy Rooney rounds up the weekend's football finals in Croke Park.And Ger, Colm and Arthur kicked things off with the Performance Rankings, running through the good, the bad, and the amber of the weekend's sport. But this morning's Bite takes us first to Hannah O'Connor's review of Ireland's W6N win in Parma, and then we reflect on Kerry's victory in the Allianz Football League Division 1 decider with Tommy. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

This is Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, former Ireland internationals Alan Quinlan & Hannah O'Connor joined us to discuss Munster's victory over Connacht and Ireland's emphatic win over Italy in the Women's Six Nations. OTB's GAA correspondent Tommy Rooney rounds up the weekend's football finals in Croke Park.And Ger, Colm and Arthur kicked things off with the Performance Rankings, running through the good, the bad, and the amber of the weekend's sport. But this morning's Bite takes us first to Hannah O'Connor's review of Ireland's W6N win in Parma, and then we reflect on Kerry's victory in the Allianz Football League Division 1 decider with Tommy. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Jack Crowley's future at Munster. We hear from Dan Sheehan and Robin McBryde as Leinster switch their attentions to Croke Park and an Investec Champions Cup date with Harequins. That Leinster-Quins game will be live on Saturday's Off The Ball. There's reaction to a 'statement' win for Ireland in the W6N in Parma. The Middle East is hoping to bag the World Cup. And Rugby Australia have won over another recruit from League.

This morning's Gift Grub recapped on an exhilarating day at Croke Park, where Kerry claimed their victory over Mayo to become National League champions. Legendary Kerry All-Ireland winner, Pat Spillane, shared his thoughts on the performance, and Louis Walsh had a dose of reality for the Mayo camp. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Kerry won the Division One National Football League on Sunday after a dominant win over Mayo at Croke Park.Elsewhere, Monaghan were crowned winners of Division 2, Offaly were winners in Division 3 and Limerick took the Division 4 title after beating Wexford on Saturday.But after approximately 30,000 people attended the games over the weekend, have the league finals lost their spark?Former Monaghan footballer Dick Clerkin spoke to Matt and Will O'Callaghan about the results.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.

Paul Rouse and James Horan review Kerry's victory over Mayo in the Allianz Football League Division 1 final, along with Monaghan, Offaly and Limerick's wins in the other three league deciders at Croke Park. They also discuss Paudie Clifford's incredible influence on this Kerry team and why he's the best footballer in the country right now.In partnership with Allianz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ronan O'Gara helped us preview a huge interpro at MacHale Park in Castlebar, as well as an update on the progress of his own La Rochelle side. Alan Quinlan also dropped into studio and helped look ahead to Ireland's W6N clash with Italy in Parma. Mike Quirke set the table for the Allianz Football League finals, with former Monaghan footballer Kieran Hughes previewing the Division 2 final meeting of Monaghan and Roscommon. And this morning's Bite takes some of Ronan O'Gara's chat surrounding that Connacht-Munster game, and before that Mike Quirke looks ahead to Kerry-Mayo at Croke Park. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

This is Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ronan O'Gara helped us preview a huge interpro at MacHale Park in Castlebar, as well as an update on the progress of his own La Rochelle side. Alan Quinlan also dropped into studio and helped look ahead to Ireland's W6N clash with Italy in Parma. Mike Quirke set the table for the Allianz Football League finals, with former Monaghan footballer Kieran Hughes previewing the Division 2 final meeting of Monaghan and Roscommon. And this morning's Bite takes some of Ronan O'Gara's chat surrounding that Connacht-Munster game, and before that Mike Quirke looks ahead to Kerry-Mayo at Croke Park. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join

In 1972, American boxing champion Muhammad Ali, the most famous athlete in the world, came to Ireland to fight in Croke Park.Dave Hannigan, author of 'The Big Fight : When Ali Conquered Ireland', joins The Last Word to discuss how he pieced together the details of one of the most unique events in Irish sporting history.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Chicago Bears long snapper Scott Daly joined us again to talk about his time to date playing for the Bears, the new era under Ben Johnson and the wow factor he's already experienced with Caleb Williams.A mix of international talk and his excitement for the Irish fan base ahead of the Croke Park game.Our friends at QuinnBet have great odds on the international fixtures, amazing Acca Bonuses, Acca Insurance & many other daily specials. Find out more at QuinnBet.com/promotions or use the LINK provided. Remember its 18+ T&Cs Apply - Always Gamble Responsibly.

Following a three week break, Galway's senior ladies footballers return to Lidl Ladies National Football League action this Sunday (23rd March 2025) when they meet Monaghan in Round 6 of Division 2. With five wins from as many games so far, the Tribeswomen will secure promotion and a league final in Croke Park next month providing they leave the Farney county without defeat. Galway have won the last five league clashes between the counties (the last finishing 1-9 to 1-7 in 2019 with Sarah Conneally getting Galway's goal).  Monaghan's last success was a 1-11 to 0-11 win  in Mountbellew back in 2011. Leading up to the game, Galway manager Daniel Moynihan has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Currin GAA on Sunday is 2pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Galway are one win away from qualifying for the National Football League Final and will achieve that if they beat Dublin on Saturday (16th March 2025). Even though the Tribesmen had that memorable 2024 All-Ireland quarter-final success against the Metropolitans, they haven't beaten Dublin in seven league outings. Former Galway player Eoin Concannon scored 0-8 when Galway won in Parnell Park in 2010.  He caught up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on 'Over The Line' to look ahead to the game. == Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 7.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

This week's podcast is from Croke Park, as the Steelers have come to town for an NFL FLAG Clinic at the home of the 2025 NFL Dublin Game. Michael speaks with Pat Freiermuth and Rod Woodson from Dublin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Presentation College Athenry will hope their long wait is over this Monday (St. Patrick's Day - 17th March 2025) when they take on Thurles CBS in the Masita All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Senior A Hurling Final. Galway are also seeking to end a 30-year famine since St. Raphael's, Loughrea were victors in 1995. It's a repeat of the 2023 semi-final when Athenry edged their opponents 0-15 to 0-14.  Aaron Niland, Seán Murphy, Aodhán McDonagh, Darragh Counihan and Michael Fallon are still involved from that victory. This is Presentation's fifth final appearance following defeats in 1976, 2018, 2019 and 2023.  The latter three came at the expense of St. Kieran's, Kilkenny but Presentation Athenry got a measure of revenge in this year's semi-final, winning 4-13 to 2-11 thanks to goals from Oscar Fitzpatrick, Ciarán Leen, Eoin Hannon and Ethan O'Brien.  Thurles CBS, chasing a first title since 2009, overcame Coláiste Bhaile Chláir 0-21 to 0-17 in their semi-final. Leading up to the game, Presentation Athenry manager Paul Hoban has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Croke Park on St. Patrick's Day is 3pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Dan Rooney met with Brian this morning in Croke Park reflecting on the past 2 years since the Steelers entered the International global programme to bringing a game back to Dublin.

Henry Hodgson met with Brian this morning in Croke Park discussing the Steelers commitment to achieving the success in bringing the game to Ireland.We also discuss the excitement around Berlin & Madrid along with the on going preparations.

Next month marks 48 years since St Colman's College, Claremorris became the first Mayo school to win the All-Ireland Colleges Senior ‘A' championship title.Next Monday, St Colman's will compete in the Hogan Cup Final at Croke Park trying to emulate the achievements of the 1977 group.Mike sat down with three members of that famous team, Eugene Macken, the captain, and Charlie Gilmartin and Padraic Coyne for a stroll down memory lane.

With all the talk of what lies beyond UFC 313 for Alex Pereira, are we all discounting the fact that Magomed Ankalaev is by far his hardest test at 205 pounds? Petesy Carroll, Ben Fowlkes and Shaheen Al-Shatti discuss how a victory would impact the iconic Brazilian striker's legacy (4:03). As for the chief support, the lads ponder whether Justin Gaethje will be a changed man following his brutal knockout loss to Max Holloway when he rematches short-notice stand-in Rafael Fiziev (29:56). The conversation then turns to TKO Boxing and whether its boxing revolution will be as easily executed as most people are anticipating (44:32). Petesy shares thoughts from the homeland about Katie Taylor's big Croke Park fight never coming to fruition, as her trilogy bout with Amanda Serrano has been confirmed for July in MSG (59:11). Finally, the trio forecast what Ilia Topuria has teased with a recent post online (1:07:25) and try to formulate a way to destroy Chuck Mendenhall's reign as Uncrowned's king of picks (1:14:22).

All-Ireland winners Paul Murphy and James Skehill are back, joining Will O'Callaghan to discuss a weekend where Tipperary avenged their recent defeats to Cork at Semple Stadium. Wexford pushed Clare closer to the relegation trap door in Division 1A, while Davy Fitzgerald questioned his Antrim players following another loss. While Dan Ravenhill scored a remarkable late free, securing a dramatic win for Offaly over Dublin at Croke Park.