Antrim Football Thread

[Belfast GAA man]

It'll be Gaelic Leagues formed next within the County and then maybe an IRB revival. Well they'll have a lovely new head office in what used to be called Casement Park.

r u anti Irish ? Anti republican ? Anti Adams ? Spit it out fella

[paddyjohn]

It'll be Gaelic Leagues formed next within the County and then maybe an IRB revival. Well they'll have a lovely new head office in what used to be called Casement Park.

What a tube.

[whatwillbwillb]

It'll be Gaelic Leagues formed next within the County and then maybe an IRB revival. Well they'll have a lovely new head office in what used to be called Casement Park.

r u anti Irish ? Anti republican ? Anti Adams ? Spit it out fella

Making a bigger balls of Stormont, made a balls of Casement, now going to make a balls of Antrim Gaa, as i have said continually on this board keep the politics out of sport. Hopefully thats clear enough for you Belfast

[Belfast GAA man]

It'll be Gaelic Leagues formed next within the County and then maybe an IRB revival. Well they'll have a lovely new head office in what used to be called Casement Park.

r u anti Irish ? Anti republican ? Anti Adams ? Spit it out fella

Making a bigger balls of Stormont, made a balls of Casement, now going to make a balls of Antrim Gaa, as i have said continually on this board keep the politics out of sport. Hopefully thats clear enough for you Belfast

it's Gerry junior not Gerry senior. Gearoid involved in GAA at least 30 years and don't think he ever played for Sinn Féin in league or championship!

[JimStynes]

Just reading that Anto Finnegan has passed away. Terribly sad. RIP

[whatwillbwillb]

It'll be Gaelic Leagues formed next within the County and then maybe an IRB revival. Well they'll have a lovely new head office in what used to be called Casement Park.

r u anti Irish ? Anti republican ? Anti Adams ? Spit it out fella

Making a bigger balls of Stormont, made a balls of Casement, now going to make a balls of Antrim Gaa, as i have said continually on this board keep the politics out of sport. Hopefully thats clear enough for you Belfast

it's Gerry junior not Gerry senior. Gearoid involved in GAA at least 30 years and don't think he ever played for Sinn Féin in league or championship!

Your kidding me, seriously! True what they say "That everyday's a school day"

[bannside]

Thoughts and prayers for Anto Finnegan, his pain is finally over. A champion and leader of men, one of our finest. Gone but not forgotten!

May he rest in peace.

[Jeepers Creepers]

Thoughts and prayers for Anto Finnegan, his pain is finally over. A champion and leader of men, one of our finest. Gone but not forgotten!

May he rest in peace.

+1000

[ck]

Thoughts and prayers for Anto Finnegan, his pain is finally over. A champion and leader of men, one of our finest. Gone but not forgotten!

May he rest in peace.

Well said Bannside. What a battle the poor guy fought. Thoughts with his young family.

[BigBallWeeBall]

Well said Bannside.
Anto was a magnificent person, a gentleman who never lost his wit, humour and was full of compassion.
Always seen the positive side of things.
Grew up with him in Belfast and can honestly say he had a big impact on everyone he met along the way.
A true friend and a true Gael who will be sadly missed by his family, club mates in St Pauls and Lamh Dearg and the wider GAA family.
A talented footballer and hurler as well.
Proud to have known him.
Always gave his best. He never gave up.
Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal

[bannside]

Lovely post.

John Martin's tribute was pretty special too, about sharing 12 weeks with Anto, volunteering to build an orphanage in Romania in 1996. And how even on that project which involved 35 people, how he was looked up to as a leader and respected by all.

Despite our petty differences of opinion we have on here, it is heart warming to see that all matters have been put aside during this difficult time for the extended Antrim Football Family, and particularly Big Whitey's team and Antos teammates who delivered (and shared) some magical unforgettable moments.

[Belfast GAA man]

Well said everyone - absolute inspiration - the best of GAA

[imtommygunn]

Yes - it's just so sad but there's just so much to be admired about the guy.

[Sportacus]

The pictures coming out of Anto in his playing days, it's noticeable the big crowds in the background in Casement, and those great games against Derry and Down.  Nothing even comes close these days. 
I've nothing to add to the tributes, I met him a few times and he was top class in every sense.  Condolences to his family.

[bannside]

The irony of it all. Whilst one of our greatest ever representatives lies in rest, Coiste Baniste will go ahead with business as normal tonight. As a mark of respect they should have a minutes prayer (round of applause) and reschedule until a more appropriate time. Sometimes a bit of class is needed.