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Laois GAA secretary Niall Handy has now confirmed that they had actively explored the possibility of staging both matches together on Sunday, May 24, but ultimately found it impossible due to logistical constraints.


In a message circulated to all clubs, Handy explained that the county board's preferred option had been a double header in Ruislip.

"I just want to clarify that it was Laois GAA's intention and willingness to play these games as a doubleheader on Sunday May 24 (as this was the initial date pencilled in for final round of Joe McDonagh Cup games)," he said.


"Unfortunately due to various attempts by our travel agent, this was found to be logistically impossible due to flight and accommodation availability, at such short notice, which may be somewhat explained by the fact that it is a Bank Holiday weekend in UK and also English Football League play-offs in Wembley on that weekend also."

The combination of the UK Bank Holiday weekend and the EFL Championship, League 1 and League 2 play-off finals at Wembley is expected to bring exceptionally high demand for flights and hotel accommodation across London, significantly complicating travel arrangements for teams, officials, and supporters alike.

While many supporters remain disappointed that the double header could not be delivered, Handy's explanation clarifies that the issue was not due to a lack of willingness on Laois GAA's part.

But rather the practical realities of organising travel and accommodation during one of the busiest weekends of the year in London.

Hurlers and footballers in London same weekend.  Double header on cards ?

Very impressive display by Laois today v Wicklow. Major improvement in ball winning from kickouts and real intelligence when they win it in the way they retain possession without panic. Fitness levels seem good and I think they will be a hard team to beat in this competition.
Well done to all concerned..

Accurate analysis of today .

McNulty has created an organised panel of footballers with a system in place that is bringing the best out of them with everyone singing off the same hymn sheet.
Good to see Byron start today and perform well

It's hard to know but I do think they'll be going all out .
Laois were down in Waterford at a training cap recently.  Everyone still on board by all accounts. 
Wicklow will be tricky.

Best of luck to Laois Sunday. The players deserve all the support they can get.
It will be a tough assignment over there but with a bit of luck you never know .
Fingelton seemingly doubtful which would be a big loss .
Can't see  that team named starting .

Does anyone know why Cody comerford is not listed. Thought he was flying. In fairness the forwards have a bit more size and presence to them than the league. Picky waiting in the wings too. Best of luck to team and management on Saturday. Huge game

Comerford injured.

Excellent performance Saturday evening.  Laois clearly very motivated from the start and I think our somewhat aggressive manner stung Westmeath .
Kirwin possesses all the attributes at inter county and good to see him back along side Fingelton.  Crucial for those two to stay injury free for a good TC  run.
Fermanagh and Down away now . Avoid a slip up against Fermanagh and Down more than likely will have nothing to play for ..

Westmeath crowd outnumbered Laois 3 to 1 id say but this is where we are at the moment. A lot of apathy about for obvious reasons but the players and Mcnulty deserve better support .
 

Tough campaign ahead . Maintaining Division 3 status will be the hope and aim. Don't win tonight and that task becomes very difficult.

Lost to Meath by 20 points. 

Our senior management team are going on their third year, and still haven't sorted out our leaky defence, we are not winning man to man duels, holding shape, and not tracking runners.Teams were putting up big scores against us last season, IT'S time McNulty brought in some coach who specialises in defending to show our players how to defend as a team. IF NOT. we will be back down in div.4 AGAIN.

What did we concede to Cavan ?

Sweeney has an excellent reputation

Who has he coached before ?

No O'Flynn or Dunne involved .

I know that yeah, just saying it's a shame.

Yep absolutely.  Both at there peak now also .

No O'Flynn or Dunne involved .

Damon Larkin not involved according to LaoisToday.
Healthy representation in from the 2 County Finalists. 11/12 I believe .

Who have Portarlington got next in Leinster?

Athy in 2 weeks .