Antrim Hurling

Slemishgael · August 01, 2024, 03:25:36 PM

What way does Antrim hurlers work in terms of their panel - is it an open door policy were if club players feel they can contribute they go along and train as part of the panel? are trials held? or is it an element of both... I suppose players that have a high skill level and have a good fitness level have to start somewhere if they want to be intercounty hurlers... no better place to learn the craft than being part of the wider panel I'd assume. Plus would make in house games and training better for everyone. I get the feeling there are a lot of good senior club players in Antrim if given the right encouragement could add something to the senior set up and drive the thing on.

NorthAntrim · August 01, 2024, 04:44:33 PM

If they are good club players they will stand out in league and championship and will be invited to a county panel on the basis of that. Not sure you can rock up to train with a helmet and hurl

NAG1 · August 06, 2024, 10:56:57 AM

Very competitive u21 final last night.

Saffrongael · August 06, 2024, 11:51:27 AM

Quote from: NAG1 on August 06, 2024, 10:56:57 AMVery competitive u21 final last night.

Yeah it always looked like two well matched teams

NorthAntrim · August 06, 2024, 12:22:01 PM

The future is bright for both those two clubs. Serious talent on both sides

JonnyD_ · August 06, 2024, 05:18:34 PM

some jungle drums being banged today

NorthAntrim · August 07, 2024, 11:12:41 AM

Quote from: JonnyD_ on August 06, 2024, 05:18:34 PMsome jungle drums being banged today

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Slemishgael · August 08, 2024, 09:43:20 PM

Anymore word on the appointment of a senior hurling manager?

johnnycool · August 09, 2024, 09:13:14 AM

The Paudie Shivers and Davy Fitz announcement has been put on hold.

With Micheál Donoghue stepping down Davy might want a wee look at that one first before committing.

Gael-in-exile · August 09, 2024, 10:12:59 AM

Any views on the games this week? Surely one group in senior must require all teams to go full steam from day one.
I was hoping there may be a live feed set up for some of them to watch from afar but it doesn't seem so.
Here's hoping the latter stages get some live coverage.

Saffrongael · August 09, 2024, 10:13:20 AM

Quote from: johnnycool on August 09, 2024, 09:13:14 AMThe Paudie Shivers and Davy Fitz announcement has been put on hold.

With Micheál Donoghue stepping down Davy might want a wee look at that one first before committing.

Yeah it always seemed more likely that Davy would wait and see what's happening with Dublin, as I assume MOD will be back to Galway.

Saffrongael · August 11, 2024, 05:48:28 PM

Fitzgerald to be ratified as Antrim manager tomorrow, according to Cahair O'Kane

BrendanAntrim · August 11, 2024, 07:34:21 PM

Well, it will be eventful I think we can count on that! I think it shows ambition from the County, Davy could give the squad that little bit extra, maybe claim a few big victories in one season - you never know where that could take us.

marty34 · August 11, 2024, 08:09:07 PM

Quote from: BrendanAntrim on August 11, 2024, 07:34:21 PMWell, it will be eventful I think we can count on that! I think it shows ambition from the County, Davy could give the squad that little bit extra, maybe claim a few big victories in one season - you never know where that could take us.

I'd like to see what it's like after a year or two.

Need a long term plan.

Saffrongael · August 11, 2024, 08:16:20 PM

Quote from: marty34 on August 11, 2024, 08:09:07 PM
Quote from: BrendanAntrim on August 11, 2024, 07:34:21 PMWell, it will be eventful I think we can count on that! I think it shows ambition from the County, Davy could give the squad that little bit extra, maybe claim a few big victories in one season - you never know where that could take us.

I'd like to see what it's like after a year or two.

Need a long term plan.

Yes me too

The selfie brigade will love it