Wee James Is The New Down Manager

[DuffleKing]

Does Jim McCorry come into the reckoning now?

[johnneycool]

Jingo's still in a job as far as I know.

[INDIANA]

Speculation is mounting that Aussie Rules star Martin Clarke is on the verge of making a permanent return to Ireland.

After making a huge impact in his first two seasons in the AFL, the 2005 Down All-Ireland minor winning captain has had a disappointing season with Collingwood, making only 12 appearances for the senior side and has been featuring for the second string in the Victorian League.



The Irish News reports that the 22-year-old's dip in form, coupled with homesickness, has left him seriously considering his options. And while he is unlikely to make any decision on his future until the AFL season finishes on September 26, there is already speculation that he could be seen in the Down colours next year.

If Clarke does decide to return home, it would soften the blow of the imminent departure of rising Down star Jamie O'Reilly, who is poised to join the Richmond Tigers as their first ever Irish recruit.

[western exile]

Speculation is mounting that Aussie Rules star Martin Clarke is on the verge of making a permanent return to Ireland.

After making a huge impact in his first two seasons in the AFL, the 2005 Down All-Ireland minor winning captain has had a disappointing season with Collingwood, making only 12 appearances for the senior side and has been featuring for the second string in the Victorian League.

The Irish News reports that the 22-year-old's dip in form, coupled with homesickness, has left him seriously considering his options. And while he is unlikely to make any decision on his future until the AFL season finishes on September 26, there is already speculation that he could be seen in the Down colours next year.

If Clarke does decide to return home, it would soften the blow of the imminent departure of rising Down star Jamie O'Reilly, who is poised to join the Richmond Tigers as their first ever Irish recruit.

That is the operative word      The IN is not renowned for accurate reporting

[thewobbler]

No matter who the selection committe decide upon, the county board (the clubs) will a vote to approve to veto the appointment.

I've no reason to believe this and it's nothing against Mark Turley, but I could imagine the clubs vetoing his name if if was proposed. Just a feeling I have.

[INDIANA]

Speculation is mounting that Aussie Rules star Martin Clarke is on the verge of making a permanent return to Ireland.

After making a huge impact in his first two seasons in the AFL, the 2005 Down All-Ireland minor winning captain has had a disappointing season with Collingwood, making only 12 appearances for the senior side and has been featuring for the second string in the Victorian League.

The Irish News reports that the 22-year-old's dip in form, coupled with homesickness, has left him seriously considering his options. And while he is unlikely to make any decision on his future until the AFL season finishes on September 26, there is already speculation that he could be seen in the Down colours next year.

If Clarke does decide to return home, it would soften the blow of the imminent departure of rising Down star Jamie O'Reilly, who is poised to join the Richmond Tigers as their first ever Irish recruit.

That is the operative word      The IN is not renowned for accurate reporting

I still have a lot of friends over there involved in Rules who say a few Irish lads will be home this year. Not necessarily Clarke. I'd be surprsied if he didn't give it another 12 months after his first season. Always got the impression from Clarke though that playing for Down meant more to him than anything else.
Some coup for Down if it did happen- could reignite football in the county.

[western exile]

Speculation is mounting that Aussie Rules star Martin Clarke is on the verge of making a permanent return to Ireland.

After making a huge impact in his first two seasons in the AFL, the 2005 Down All-Ireland minor winning captain has had a disappointing season with Collingwood, making only 12 appearances for the senior side and has been featuring for the second string in the Victorian League.

The Irish News reports that the 22-year-old's dip in form, coupled with homesickness, has left him seriously considering his options. And while he is unlikely to make any decision on his future until the AFL season finishes on September 26, there is already speculation that he could be seen in the Down colours next year.

If Clarke does decide to return home, it would soften the blow of the imminent departure of rising Down star Jamie O'Reilly, who is poised to join the Richmond Tigers as their first ever Irish recruit.

That is the operative word      The IN is not renowned for accurate reporting

I still have a lot of friends over there involved in Rules who say a few Irish lads will be home this year. Not necessarily Clarke. I'd be surprsied if he didn't give it another 12 months after his first season. Always got the impression from Clarke though that playing for Down meant more to him than anything else.
Some coup for Down if it did happen- could reignite football in the county.

I remember Tadgh Kennelly making similar shapes early in this career with Sydney Swans.  It resulted in a much improved contract for him. 

[orangeman]

Speculation is mounting that Aussie Rules star Martin Clarke is on the verge of making a permanent return to Ireland.

After making a huge impact in his first two seasons in the AFL, the 2005 Down All-Ireland minor winning captain has had a disappointing season with Collingwood, making only 12 appearances for the senior side and has been featuring for the second string in the Victorian League.



The Irish News reports that the 22-year-old's dip in form, coupled with homesickness, has left him seriously considering his options. And while he is unlikely to make any decision on his future until the AFL season finishes on September 26, there is already speculation that he could be seen in the Down colours next year.

If Clarke does decide to return home, it would soften the blow of the imminent departure of rising Down star Jamie O'Reilly, who is poised to join the Richmond Tigers as their first ever Irish recruit.

Some boost for Dwon if he did come home. Would make the new manager smile broadly if he were available.

[niveaformen]

Speculation is mounting that Aussie Rules star Martin Clarke is on the verge of making a permanent return to Ireland.

After making a huge impact in his first two seasons in the AFL, the 2005 Down All-Ireland minor winning captain has had a disappointing season with Collingwood, making only 12 appearances for the senior side and has been featuring for the second string in the Victorian League.

The Irish News reports that the 22-year-old's dip in form, coupled with homesickness, has left him seriously considering his options. And while he is unlikely to make any decision on his future until the AFL season finishes on September 26, there is already speculation that he could be seen in the Down colours next year.

If Clarke does decide to return home, it would soften the blow of the imminent departure of rising Down star Jamie O'Reilly, who is poised to join the Richmond Tigers as their first ever Irish recruit.

That is the operative word      The IN is not renowned for accurate reporting

I still have a lot of friends over there involved in Rules who say a few Irish lads will be home this year. Not necessarily Clarke. I'd be surprsied if he didn't give it another 12 months after his first season. Always got the impression from Clarke though that playing for Down meant more to him than anything else.
Some coup for Down if it did happen- could reignite football in the county.

I remember Tadgh Kennelly making similar shapes early in this career with Sydney Swans.  It resulted in a much improved contract for him.

Very accurate there from the Irish news, with James Colgan being captain 
Surely with another year remaining on his contract he couldn't just up and leave?

[wobbller]

 Two former players have been approached to give Tally's backroom team a bit of a Down flavour

[mournerambler]

Two former players have been approached to give Tally's backroom team a bit of a Down flavour

Ross & DJ

[BaileChoinnleoraPlayer]

what thefuck has marty clarke got to do with finding a new manager?

[interested]

what thefuck has marty clarke got to do with finding a new manager?

Something along the lines of the fact that he would be an asset for the incoming Manager,
maybe helping his brother John back into the squad, improve Down as a team.etc,etc
Do you need any more explanation?

[mournerambler]

what thefuck has marty clarke got to do with finding a new manager?

It didn't take long for you to show your true Ballykinlar class BCP

[WhoAreYaWhoAreYa!]

Paul Carroll