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Any word yet from the Ulster Council meeting last night on the wee bit of trouble at Casement on Sunday?

As the thread relates to Ulster players in the last 20 years and refers to natural talent rather than achievement or consistency I would have no hesitation in putting forward Ger Cavlan, certainly the most naturally talented player I have seen play for my own coounty (never seen Frank McGuigan live). Unfortunately Ger's achievements and consistency have fallen short of his ability but when on form an absolute joy to watch. Even last season I mind a point against Armagh at Casement Park scored from near the corner flag.

Surely the best way for this to be dealt with is when contract negotiations are ongoing between the BBC and Ulster Council/Croke Park for broadcasting rights. Therefore we all should bring it to the attention of our respective county board reps to push up the line.
If the BBC want access to the grounds  and the games then a code of conduct should be in place, so that positive and negative reporting is balanced.
Coverage and comments such as last nights certainly makes the recruitment of kids from families that don't have a GAA background all the more difficult.

Would have to agree with the "don't panic" posts. The team's performance can only really be judged at the end of the season. Whilst I'm as disappointed as any lifelong fan to be so far behind at this stage, there is nothing to be gained by joining in with some sort of media driven feeding fenzy. The true worth, strength/weakness of the squad will be most accurately reflected in the end of season picture. In the meantime the manager must be allowed to continue with his rebuilding without every, in hindsight mistake, being jumped upon.

Home Club - Sigersons
As I've been living away from Strabane for a while, I now take a passing interest in my local club St. Pauls (North Down)
County - Tyrone