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AFL and the GAA | Is the move down under worth it?
January 06, 2020 18:22 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBRichie McCormack speaks to Kieran Donaghy about Cathal McShane's potential move to Adelaide Crows in the AFL, the poaching of GAA players by AFL teams and whether a move to the sport is worth it in the long run for players.
Saturday Panel | AIB Club Championship - Nemo Rangers
December 21, 2019 11:32 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBNathan Murphy joined in studio by past and present Nemo Rangers players, Dinny Allen, Ephie Fitzgerald and Alan Cronin to chat about the history and success of the most successful club football team in the country with seven All-Ireland's, 17 Munster titles and 21 Cork Championships. There's been a change to the AIB GAA Club Championship fixture schedule this year! The All Ireland semi-finals will take place on the 4th and 5th of January and the finals on the 19th of January. Tickets will b...
Hurling Review of the decade | Nicky English and Tommy Walsh
December 19, 2019 13:11 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MBWill O'Callaghan joined in studio by Daithi Boland, 6-time All-Star Nicky English and 9-time All-Ireland winner Tommy Walsh to run through the most memorable moments of this decade in what was a magical 10 year period for the game. Talking points, Kilkenny Tipperary rivalry Breakthrough years for Clare, Galway and Limerick Most memorable games Team of the decade and find out who Nicky and Tommy name as their player of the decade
This is a runaway train" | Dr Niall Moyna tackles ESRI Report findings and over-training crisis
December 17, 2019 20:36 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBDr Niall Moyna and Joe Molloy dissect the ESRI report 'Safeguarding Amateur Athletes: An Examination of Player Welfare Among Senior Inter-County Gaelic Players'
What to expect from new Dublin boss Dessie Farrell
December 13, 2019 17:21 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBGer Gilroy chats to Eamon Fennell about new Dublin GAA boss Dessie Farrell who comes in to replace Jim Gavin from next year on.
Michael Seavers - Dublin's new County Board Chairman on Dessie Farrell
December 12, 2019 22:56 - 9 minutes - 13 MBMichael Seavers, Dublin GAA's incoming County Board Chairman, spoke to Shane Hannon at Parnell Park tonight on Dessie Farrell's appointment to replace Jim Gavin, Gavin's legacy, the county's rude financial health, and fixture congestion.
"If you're not training in the GAA, you're nobody" - Luke Keaney's story
December 11, 2019 14:50 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBAt the start of the decade, Luke Keaney was one of the top prospects in the GAA. A club star who would feature for UCD and UUJ, while earning a place on the panel of the Donegal side that got to the 2014 All-Ireland final. However, that would be the last time he ever pulled on a Donegal jersey, and by 2016 he would have played his last game of Gaelic football. This week, Luke sat down with Ger Gilroy on OTB AM for an hour-long chat, to tell his story for the first time. It's a harrowing ta...
Jim Gavin departs | Impact on the game, 2014 hurt, the best GAA manager ever?
December 02, 2019 20:32 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBNathan Murphy is joined on the line by former Dublin player Barry Cahill and former Tyrone man Enda McGinley as we discuss Jim Gavin’s departure from the Dublin set-up and what legacy he leaves behind.
Goodbye Jim Gavin - dissecting the legacy | OTB AM
December 02, 2019 11:31 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBOn the final day of the penultimate month of the decade, Jim Gavin announced his decision to step aside as manager of the Dublin footballers. That brought an end to his remarkable reign in charge, that yielded six All-Ireland titles in seven years. This morning on OTB AM - former Meath captain Anthony Moyles, ex-Mayo boss Stephen Rochford and Denis Bastick, who won four All-Ireland's under Gavin, joined us to discuss his legacy. [TIMESTAMP.] 00:10 - GAA on OTB AM 12:15 - Jim Gavin's leave...
AIB Club Championship | Corofin Legends Special
November 21, 2019 20:21 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBNathan Murphy joined by three Corofin club men Frank Morris, Paul McGettigan and Ray Silke. There's been a change to the AIB GAA Club Championship fixture schedule this year! Provincial Finals will take place from the 24th of November until the 8th December with the All Ireland semi-finals on the 4th and 5th of January and the finals on the 19th of January. Tickets available from gaa.tickets.ie and usual outlets including local clubs and Supervalu and Centra stores. 'When It's Club It Live...
Brendan Maher | Borrisoleigh's championship run and learning from teaching
November 20, 2019 20:18 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJoe Molloy is joined in studio by Tipperary Hurler Brendan Maher discuss Borrisoleigh's first Tipperary championship triumph in 33 years, their upcoming Munster final, Tipperary's All-Ireland win and how his job has given him perspective.
Mayo Leaks: 'RESIGN YOU FOOLS. IT'S a shambles | OTB AM |
November 13, 2019 14:43 - 17 minutes - 8.09 MBOTB AM reacts to the latest Mayo leaks, Ger Gilroy and Nathan Murphy discuss. ✅ Leaked mail calling for the end of leaks. ✅ Who's who in the Mayo money saga? ✅ Unpaid NY tab. ✅ County Board's executive labelled 'clowns'. ✅ Call for resignations. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball, live Monday-Friday from 7.30-9.30am. SUBSCRIBE to the Off The Ball channels to watch OTB AM live every morning. - https://www.youtube.com/offtheball - https://www.facebook.com/offtheball ...
The Pádraic Joyce Interview | Galway's new man in charge
November 06, 2019 17:43 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBGalway legend and now senior football manager Pádraic Joyce joined Joe for a chat as he prepares for his first season in charge. The Killererin clubman replaces Kevin Walsh at the helm, as issues off the pitch dominate discussions around Galway GAA of late.
Board meetings, finances and media bans - what's going on in Mayo GAA?
November 05, 2019 20:15 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBGAA Broadcaster Mike Finnerty joined Joe to discuss the latest goings-on in Mayo GAA, as county board meetings rumble on amidst a stand-off between them and the Mayo Supporters Foundation.
Eoin Larkin; Cody, Camouflage, Depression
October 31, 2019 11:04 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MBEoin Larkin joined Eoin in studio for a chat about his new book Camouflage on OTB AM - it's a brilliant book, and discussion - that gets stuck into life under Brian Cody, Larkin's battle with depression, the rivalry with Tipperary and Cork and the bond with his Kilkenny teammates. Larkin's take on the Cork sides that faced up to the great Kilkenny team of the 2000s is worth your time; ""I genuinely think the strikes and all that set Cork back a good few years. I was thinking, 'What's the poi...
Aaron Kernan | Sweet 16 county titles, Crossmaglen's brilliance and Brexit in 'Bandit country'
October 22, 2019 18:54 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBCrossmaglen captain Aaron Kernan joins Richie McCormack on the line after he won his 16th county title with Crossmaglen Rangers. We touch on their success this year, the disappointment of last year's Ulster exit and the impact Brexit might have on the town once known as 'Bandit country'
Dessie Hutchenson - Ballygunnar success, Waterford return and Brighton spell
October 22, 2019 16:52 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBWaterford and Ballygunnar player Dessie Hutchenson joins Richie McCormack on the line to discuss Ballygunnar's club championship success, his return to the Waterford set-up and his spell at Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Story of Charlie Gallagher - the GAA's lost icon
October 22, 2019 07:34 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBOn OTB AM, we're bringing you 'Charlie - the story of Charlie Gallagher, the GAA's lost icon' - a fantastic new sportsbook, written by Paul Fitzpatrick. Paul joined Tommy Rooney in studio for a chat about the life and times of a legendary footballer that you've probably never heard of. It's a complicated story, woven around the Troubles and the societal changes in Ulster post WW2, and how they impacted on Gaelic Games in Ireland. There was this wonderful mystique around Charlie Gallagher, ...
Paul Clarke on a life around Dublin Football | OTB AM
October 03, 2019 10:11 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBIt's 35 years since Paul Clarke captained the Dublin minors to an All-Ireland title in 1984. Since then he's been involved in the good days, and some bad - but he's always been there for Dublin GAA. The Whitehall Colmcille man joined Adrian and Tommy on OTB AM - to discuss a life around Dublin Football. Serving as a selector under Paul 'Pillar' Caffrey for four years from 2005-2008, Paul Clarke thought his time with the county footballers had come and gone. Then the request, from Jim Gavin,...
"I'll have a chat with Jim next week" | Bernard Brogan on his future and historic five-in-a-row
September 25, 2019 16:49 - 33 minutes - 19.1 MBJoe Molloy is joined in studio by Dublin GAA star Bernard Brogan to talk about the historic year, coming back from injury, the disappointment of being dropped for the final and what the future holds for him.
Jarlath Burns on his bid for the GAA Presidency
September 24, 2019 18:22 - 34 minutes - 19.5 MBFormer Armagh star Jarlath Burns joined Joe to discuss his bid to become the next GAA President.
Jonny Cooper | All-Ireland win, Looking to improve, Cluxton influence
September 18, 2019 19:08 - 23 minutes - 10.5 MBAdrian Barry joined by 6-time All-Ireland winner Jonny Cooper to chat about Dublin's historic win last Sunday in Croke Park
Is a Tier 2 Championship a good idea? | Emlyn Mulligan and Pat Nolan
September 17, 2019 19:23 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBRichie McCormack is joined by Pat Nolan of the Irish Daily Mirror and Leitrim footballer Emlyn Mulligan as we discuss the potential Tier 2 Championship which is going before a Special Congress for vote.
BLUETOPIA | The Dublin Football Dynasty
September 16, 2019 19:18 - 48 minutes - 44 MBAaron Kernan, Billy Joe Padden & Cliodhna O'Connor join Joe to recap another dominant weekend - and season - for Dublin football.
Dissecting the Dublin Five | final breakdown, influece of 95, retirements?
September 16, 2019 11:05 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBGAA on OTB AM - the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball, live from 7.30am every morning! This Monday morning we're breaking down the 2019 All-Ireland final as Dublin beat Kerry by six points to seal their historic five in-a-row of All-Ireland titles! Ger and Tommy kick-start the conversation on the emotion of Dublin's win, picking out some of the key moments and pondering the futures of some of their key men! We hear from Dublin stars Jack McCaffrey and Brian Howard, who have been spea...
All-Ireland Final Replay Preview | Pillar Caffrey on Murchan to start, Connolly impact and Kerry's speed
September 13, 2019 16:54 - 18 minutes - 17 MBFormer Dublin manager Pillar Caffrey joins Ger Gilroy in studio as we look ahead to the All-Ireland final replay between Kerry and Dublin.
Kevin Cassidy | Underdog return, Kieran Kilkenny at full-forward and Tommy Walsh
September 12, 2019 16:59 - 10 minutes - 9.91 MBNathan Murphy is joined on the line by Kevin Cassidy to discuss the return of the Underdog series and look ahead to the All-Ireland football final.
Marc Ó Sé | Marking Colm Cooper, All-Ireland memories and family battles
September 11, 2019 16:42 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBJoe Molloy chats with former Kerry full-back Marc Ó Sé about his All-Ireland memories, his battles with his brothers and what it's like marking the Gooch.
Camogie Champions Reaction | Sarah Dervan and Niamh Kilkenny - "It's a special moment"
September 09, 2019 17:11 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MBGalway Camogie captain Sarah Dervan and Niamh Kilkenny join Joe Molloy on the line as they travel west on their celebration tour, following their win in the All-Ireland Camogie Final, in Croke Park yesterday. Subscribe to Off The Ball's YouTube channel for more videos, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter for the latest sporting news and content.
Kevin Walsh steps down from Galway job | Johnny Ward, Maire Treasa Ni Chellaigh and Danny Cummins
September 03, 2019 19:23 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBThe three-Galweigens; Johnny Ward, Maire Treasa Ni Chellaigh and Danny Cummins discuss Kevin Walsh, what led to him stepping down and whether Galway are in a better position compared to before he took over.
OTB AM | Kieran Donaghy reacts to All Ireland epic | Dublin vs Kerry
September 02, 2019 12:47 - 2 hours - 122 MBHere's Kieran Donaghy on yesterday's epic All Ireland final - he sees plenty of reasons for Kerry to be optimistic heading into the replay.
OTB VINCENTS | Dubs Nostalgia w/ Pillar Caffrey, Mossy Quinn, Eamon Fennell, Mickey Whelan
August 30, 2019 13:22 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBPillar Caffrey, Mossy Quinn, Eamon Fennell & Mickey Whelan join Nathan as part of our St Vincent's Roadshow.
OTB St Vincent's Roadshow | All-Ireland Final Preview
August 30, 2019 13:17 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBOur OTB Roadshow recorded LIVE in St Vincent's GAA club in Dublin. An All-Star panel of Pillar Caffrey, Mossy Quinn, Eamon Fennell, Denise Masterson, Mickey Whelan and Andy Moran join us on stage to look ahead to the Drive for Five final.
The Andy Moran Retirement Interview
August 29, 2019 22:13 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBAndy Moran joins Nathan Murphy on stage at our OTB Roadshow Special at St Vincent's to discuss his recent retirement.
Paul Rouse | The History Gaelic Football
August 29, 2019 17:39 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBUCD professor of Irish history and sport Paul Rouse tells Joe Molloy about the history of All-Ireland finals and Gaelic football.
OTB #DriveForFive SPECIAL | Michael Lyster, Mike Quirke and Johnny Ward
August 29, 2019 17:38 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBMichael Lyster, Mike Quirke and Johnny Ward give their thoughts on Sunday's final as part of our 17-hour #DriveForFive special.
Judge Bryan McMahon's | 1953 All-Ireland final, Mick O'Connell & Prose of Gaelic Footballer
August 29, 2019 17:34 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBRetired judge and Kerry native Bryan McMahon takes Joe Molloy down memory lane to the spirit of All-Ireland finals of yore.
The Kerry Hour | Sean O’Sullivan, Mikey Sheehy, Marc O’Se & Dara O’Cinnéid | Drive for Five Special
August 29, 2019 15:28 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBHere is Eoin looking ahead to the All Ireland final with a cast of Kerry legends.
OTB Dublin Love In | Dubs appreciation with Dub legends | All Ireland Final
August 29, 2019 14:48 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBAs part of Off The Ball's Drive for Five Special we have the airwaves over to resident Dubs Stephen Doyle and Phil Egan for an hour of Dublin chat!
DUBLIN vs KERRY | Tactical Breakdown w/ Colm Nally
August 29, 2019 14:07 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBMeath coach Colm Nally joins Eoin & Tommy to give his tactical overview of Sunday's All Ireland final between Kerry & Dublin.
Darran O'Sullivan & Barry Cahill | 2011's finale, Dublin's mindset change and Kerry's underachievement?
August 29, 2019 13:51 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBFormer Kerry star Darran O'Sullivan and former Dublin player Barry Cahill join Joe Molloy in studio to look back on the 2011 final between Kerry and Dublin, what changed for Dublin and what went wrong for Kerry.
"My head was spinning" | Lee Keegan Interview and All-Ireland final preview
August 29, 2019 13:50 - 20 minutes - 14 MB#OTBLive saw Mayo's Lee Keegan join Eoin Sheahan and Tommy Rooney on the line to talk about Mayo's defeat to Dublin, how he struggled marking Con O'Callaghan and the challenges the reigning champions will cause Kerry.
Alan Brogan Interview | Drive for Five, 2011 Watershed year & Tax Breaks for GAA Players
August 22, 2019 15:43 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBFormer Dublin star Alan Brogan joins Richie McCormack in studio as we take a look at Dublin's Drive for Five, the watershed year of 2011 and potential tax-breaks for GAA players.
The Hurling Show - Season Finale | Tipp trounce Cats, HawkEye talk, Galway's next manager
August 22, 2019 12:33 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBListen back to the season finale of #TheHurlingShow with Shane Stapleton, Michael Verney and Will O'Callaghan in studio. All-Ireland final reflections Where did Tipp win the game? What did Cody get wrong? HawkEye Review Official Dickie Murphy Richie Hogan's red card Micheál Donoghue's Galway legacy
RICHIE HOGAN INTERVIEW | 'There's absolutely no way it was a sending off'
August 20, 2019 20:17 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBRichie Hogan joins Joe to reflect on Sunday’s ill-fated All-Ireland Final and to give his thoughts on his red card.
TIPPERARY REACTION | Tommy Dunne, Cathal Barrett, Liam Sheedy, Brian Cody, Michael Verney
August 19, 2019 20:02 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBTipperary coach Tommy Dunne joins Joe & Michael Verney after his side's All Ireland win over Kilkenny.
Tipp's comeback, Kilkenny's naivety and is it time for VAR in GAA?
August 19, 2019 20:00 - 33 minutes - 15.1 MBLimerick hurler Shane Dowling and Denis Walsh from the Sunday Times joins Joe Molloy as we take a closer look at Tipperary's win against Kilkenny, the impact of Richie Hogan's red card and discuss the possibility of VAR in hurling.
JAMESIE O'CONNOR & SHANE McGRATH | All-Ireland Final Reaction
August 19, 2019 19:11 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBShane McGrath and Jamesie O'Connor join Joe Molloy to analyse Tipperary's All-Ireland final win over Kilkenny
The Saturday Panel: Aidan 'Taggy' Fogarty, Daithí Regan and Ryan O'Dwyer
August 17, 2019 16:53 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBNathan Murphy joined in studio by Aidan 'Taggy' Fogarty (former Kilkenny hurler), Daithi Regan (former Offaly hurler) and Ryan O'Dwyer (former Tipp and Dublin hurler) to preview tomorrow's All-Ireland hurling final between Kilkenny and Tipperary
OTB AM | Tommy Walsh's epic All Ireland preview
August 16, 2019 10:06 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB9-time All Ireland winner Tommy Walsh stopped by Off The Ball HQ on Friday morning to give OTB AM his breakdown of Sunday's All Ireland final.