Your email address will not be published. Thu, 15 Apr, 2021 - 18:00 HELLO, it’s Rosealeen, here in Ballydesmond. Imagine DOC with fuel in the tank for the last 15. It will be like a formula one start this year if counties who have started the training early are allowed participate. This magnificent Blackrock mansion is on the market for a whopping €1.9 million and it's worth every penny. Excellent analysis 4 goals. Do we really want football by numbers? As you note he has always done better from the bench. With an extended championship that the Super 8s brought, this gave Dublin more opportunity to refine these plays in a championship environment. Your email address will not be published. No one at the time were calling for Cork or Down players to be suspended. In the early part of the championship every year, they hone these plays. I hate to see Cillian anywhere outside the opposition 45 meters line because he is no good to us out there. All of this leads to the conclusion that the answer must reside in the way the Dublin inter-county squad is developed, prepared and managed, which brings the chorus from Dublin that everyone else must try harder. Excellent article. Their reasoning is that it is better to watch it in the pub and enjoy a few pints rather than spend €35 watching a game that will be a foregone conclusion early in the second half. Keep the faith. Casa Maria, 50 Woodlands Park Blackrock, County Dublin is on the market for €1.9 million through Blackrock Office Lisney. After a brilliant first half we also ran out of gas late on against Tipp. This is it in a nutshell. McManamon with his chunky build is better set for a sub role than a starting role, also he’s not very quick over 20 yards. Fill your bag with snacks, games, playing cards, a portable DVD player in case the aircraft doesn’t have one and make sure you buy water once you’re through check in. The only item I would add is that as Gaelic football became more about athleticism a large population would help in terms of having genetically gifted athletes. The Gaa and the competitions will end up with little or no credibility if counties who have been caught breaking the rules are allowed participate. Agree with you also that Connolly was their last maverick. Required fields are marked *. You’ll never see Cluxton or Fenton been brought on or Kilkenny. Any of the top four or five counties will rightly claim that there is no significant difference in physical condition of the players. Scoring and creating chances close to the opposition goal is what we need from Cillian. I too believed that Dublin were not the only team breaking the rules. They have gone much further down this road than anyone else and they are really good at it. The continued dominance of Dublin is also a dampener on the enthusiasm. For years, Mayo GAA has been a passion that has consumed us when the action was underway and that gave us serious withdrawal symptoms when the year’s action was over. Dublin are also being stripped of their one home League game (the Examiner reports that the game against Kerry will be played instead at Portlaoise, so that’s not much of a punishment) and Monaghan are likely to face a similar sanction there. Two large factors as well as this is the Dublin decision making around substitutes (Mayo have to rely on wringing every last drop out of their top 17/18 players) and the patience they show in sticking to the plan even if they’re not going well (even though if Paddy hadn’t got injured, would Kilkenny have come good in the last quarter last year) ... An Irish pub is a place full of laughter, cheer and great big creamy pints. So, it’s a small slap on the wrist for both of them by the looks of it. Excellent article. I think it’s a case of no matter who they have on the pitch they are a good 15. Pick out the fittest, strongest, fastest and most skilful players currently playing the game at inter-county level right now and you will see that there is a much better spread across the country than in any recent All-Stars selection. Dublin Dream Homes: €1.9 million southside mansion is an 'oasis of peace and tranquillity'. As yet, probably as there is no certainty on dates for matches and the prospect of actually going to a match is still a long way in the distance, getting the flags out and having the jersey ready haven’t even got on the to-do list. I think if the result was an All-Ireland, we’d chance it. Tea and biscuits. They are nailed on as the best in their positions. But when we look at Dublin’s advantages, it’s difficult to conclusively argue how any one advantage is causing the disparity. To be fair to Gavin, he recognised that Connolly needed looking after in a different way. Bringing on fresh very good players usually against backs who have been run ragged for 50 or 60 minutes, well they are always going to look good. The 48-year-old star married and had two children with Katie, 42, after they met on … Plan and plan some more. The day of the flashy, unpredictable, crowd pleasing maverick Dublin player is gone. There are undoubtedly many counties who have abided by the guidelines and should not be burdened or punished much less be asked to play in a competition where other counties have broken the rules to gain an unfair advantage. It is also why Eoghan McLaughlin’s exploits were restricted, but Oisín Mullin (whose star was only coming into full luminance) made hay – they just had not done their work on him to the same degree. The property has plenty of privacy thanks to a large walled and gated front garden. Brilliant article. As we gradually edge our way out of the madness, induced by Covid lockdowns, the mind turns slowly back to football. If he was able for it he would have been a sure starter. Which really focuses the question at the end of the piece above. Their ability to take shots from preferred spots, their execution of plays, and control of the pace of the game, and their ability to close out games on their terms and to … Dublin absorbed the pressure and as we tired upped the pace. The 0.3-acre site is described as "a wonderful oasis of peace and tranquillity being" with an abundance of mature shrubs, trees, and plants. At the first floor level, there are five double bedrooms all enjoying excellent light. Once you enter through the front door, you will be greeted by a welcoming entrance hallway with guest w.c. off, a magnificent reception room with a large picture bay window overlooking the front which in turn leads through to a large dining room with French doors out to the front terrace/loggia. The master bedroom has a large en suite bathroom, and there is also a family bathroom. The only Dublin person suspended didnt even break the rules. Dublin game management has taken Gaelic football to a new level. PETER Andre "wasn't told" about Katie Price's engagement but is 'happy' for his ex-wife. They all fit into a mould if they want their place. What about the Galway game? Conversely, they love going to Mayo matches as they are usually on the edge of their seats right up to the end. In 2019 it was the beginning of the second half and in 20 because they were a man down they played containment until they were back to full strength and then stepped on the gas. The first half is a general feeling-out of the game plan and the analysis presented at half-time then determines the strategy needed to close out the win. Personally I loved to watch him play and I expect he will be remembered in Dublin football circles longer than most of the others. Even if you live in the heart of a city like Dublin you are only 20 minutes away from some of the most incredible scenery you could ever imagine. Mina Choi says she no longer feels safe in Dublin City. Are the Dublin and Monaghan players going to get off scott free – looks like it. Mayo in the last two meetings started out at 100 miles an hour, pressing all over the field, running ourselves ragged and setting a pace and energy level we could not sustain for the whole game. There is also a comfortable study off the hall. in ten minutes Lads, it’s nothing new, closing out a game has been a problem for years. Throughout the last twelve months, the radical changes in how society functions have pushed football into the background. Costello, another man that has caused us enough trouble, I reckon if he was deemed good enough to start then he would have started alot more championship games. What Dublin seems to have is a number of types of players: Every Dublin player fits one of these categories. The Monaghan breach is reported in today’s Irish Independent (premium content – here) and RTE also had it this morning – report here. We can logically state that extra money in itself will not win championships. Well if that’s the case WJ then the whole thing is becoming a farce. In fact rather than efficiently closing out the game as the dubs would we were in complete disarray.Yes minds may wander when you have a big lead but you should not collapse. We see teams, and not just Mayo, hang tough for a half or three quarters of the game and then Dublin up the pace. He was their last maverick and with his departure, the Dubs have lost a spark that the Dub supporters really miss. It was perfected by Jim Gavin as his pilot’s training was built on following the data that was presented to him. They come out in the second half and score whatever it was (2-4?) This is not the case. We were under the kosh, but we rode it out and held on. Cillian is a good example, very effective early on, runs himself ragged covering all over the field [ and the effort is commendable] and is not effective in the late stages of the game. In between training, every player is given the opportunity to evaluate their own performance. Against Tipp we lost control of mid field in the last quarter and gave up enough easy goal chances for a whole season. One really noticeable thing about Dublin is the split between the way they play the first and second halves of games. The whole thing has become formulaic. I was sick to the teeth of the amateurs using this site to slate the Dubs or this and that at every opportunity. Believe me if their management thought they had guys fit enough and the best option to start then I believe they would be starting. 15. Always going to look good coming on. In fairness, Diarmuid Connolly hardly falls into the pre programmed class, Maybe that’s why he wasn’t as appreciated as much as he should have been by Jim Gavin.. For me he was the most instinctive and free spirited of the all outfield player.. And even including Fenton the most talented. It’s a bit of a stretch to say we ran out of gas against Tipperary. Derry Girls actress Saoirse Monica Jackson has taken on a new role as schools ambassador for peace and reconciliation charity Children in Crossfire. We can realistically point to the implementation to the Blue Wave strategy in terms of youth games development in Dublin, but couldn’t similar strategies be developed and implemented in Kildare, or Meath or even Wicklow, all of whom have growing populations, proximity to employment and lots of young players? Leantimes, you are bang on about Connolly. Even if we get back to full tilt, we wonder how far further Dublin will have got ahead in the interim. OK we WERE better and shouldn’t have got into that position, but we were cute enough. Sophisticated, breathlessly paced, and absolutely riveting! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. News emerging this morning about Monaghan breaking the Covid restrictions to hold a training session underlines the argument that Dublin weren’t alone in breaking ranks. Getting squad players to gather the data further engrains the plays into their minds as they know that their own data results in training will determine whether or not they will break into the squad. I actually believe that Dublin go with their best 15 as starters. Teams will need to get in their faces and not allow them to implement their second half plans. The recent debacle of the early morning training sessions is a case in point. All of this information is then presented to the manager with recommendations for changes as the game progresses. Guinness commissioned a study in 2000, which found that an estimated 162,719 pints of Irish stout go to waste every year via facial hair.. It has not translated – even at underage – into any increase in dominance. The Trespasser by Tana French is a 2016 Viking publication. @Revellino, Agree with you. My own sons, who grew up in Dublin and followed the Dubs, no longer go to the Dubs matches. Other counties are leaving it mainly up to individual on the spot thinking. Could Mayo do this? Surely Semple Stadium would have been more fitting?. The hard-core supporters will stick with it, but their numbers are much lower than Dublin is given credit for. 2. Realistically, anyone could be the manager if they are prepared to follow the data. That may be more to do by the players available than any great game plan. But at present, the GAA has a big problem coming down the line in that the fairweather Dub supporters are losing their enthusiasm to keep supporting. Dublin conserve their energy and they have the best bench in football. What is also analysed is the opposition, both in-game and from recordings of previous games. Something went wrong, please try again later. Blogger Vicki from online parenting magazine Honest Mum‘s top tip for flying with kids is be prepared-over-prepared. so losing a home game means only having to go less than 100KM from your home ground, while the other team has to go more than twice that distance. This only alters the effective date for the bans. Mmnnnn. They end the game with their best 15 on the pitch. All of this is fed back to the data analysis team in real time. Wow. An absolutely brilliant analysis of the Dubs. According to scientists, .56 milliliters of Guinness is trapped in a beard or mustache with each sip. They are the best in the business.. but also now benefiting from all the money pumped into Dublin Gaa over the year . Hardly a consolation to Kerry that they’ll only have to cover 70% of the journey that they would have had to in order to fulfill a “neutral” fixture. It does, however, require huge commitment to the process by all of the squad and the management team. The stunning residence is spacious and bright and has an impressive front and back garden. When they say it, you can tell right away,” one driver explains. Approximately 10 Dublin players knowingly break Covid rules and none get suspended. So what has happened is that Dublin have reduced the game to football by numbers. Totally agree Southmayo, all out press is not sustainable for 70 minutes. Excellent analysis Four Goal McGee , I agree with you… So many of Dublin Goals tend to be replicas of each other, with a simple palmed effort into the net.. The other thing that is obvious is that Dublin have a playbook of “plays” that they run all the time. Our game plan of pushing up on teams, forwards working like dogs, running back 50 meters etc to put in a tackle is physically not sustainable for a full 70 minutes. And it requires a manager who will rely on the data and follow the advice he is given. Irish drinkers may be able to enjoy a pint inside a pub by the end of July and holiday abroad in late summer as the government seeks to largely lift all COVID-19 restrictions, Prime Minister Micheál Martin said on Friday. Don’t allow Dublin to dictate terms in the way they do. Vicki says: “you can never have too many wet wipes and snacks! It can also be argued that all of Dublin’s advantages should also have made the Dublin club teams even more dominant than the inter-county game. Game management. I’m not saying Suspending Farrell only is the correct decision but there has to be consistency, Dubs or anyone else cant be punished more than another team just because they have a higher profile. This is straight out of American Football and began back in the Pat Gilroy days. They have it far too easy. We all love a villain, but only when he’s your own villain. If you are found at a house party now – all people at the party are found guilty of breaking the rules not just the person who organised the party. That is why Tommy Conroy’s card was well marked long before the All-Ireland final. Dublin game management has taken Gaelic football to a new level. Not to mention a huge pick of players to pick from . Maverick alright, but nearly worked against them. Where are our stats guys, Kerrys stats guys etc?? Also, it doesn’t require huge financial resources to do it – a dozen iPads and a few people who know their way around data analysis. We have to modify our game plan so players have something left in the tank with 25 minutes to go in a game. We controlled possession and the middle third but did not capitalise on the scoring end. Sign up for our free newsletter. Just look at the excellent fundraising in the last few years by Roscommon. I mean Brogan was used as a sub when there was mileage in the legs. There is no noticeable strength or skill level difference. Now we could try that some time. The hall leads to a kitchen off which is a generous family room overlooking the rear garden. I noticed a lack of intensity from Dublin in the 2019 semi final a few times but in particular where McCarthy was dispossessed and didn’t seem too bothered about winning it back No easy way to beat them. And it takes about 10 sips to finish a pint. Ah PJ , most of us are amateurs on the blog .. Let the younger players do the heavy running. Mentioning Connolly above, it’s worth remembering that had he not pulled the ball from Kilkenny in 2016 to try a sideline point, we might not have had the chance for Cillian’s equaliser. Dublin also do a number of the simple things that Galvin copied from the Kerry bible but with which we are totally unaware of. I think the Gaa need to plough ahead with their timetables for league and championship but without any team that have been proven to have broken the rules. Excellent article four goals. As a result, there was no penalty on the people who were caught and there is a general perception that they have probably moved any covert training exercises to someplace else where they has better sheltered from the eyes of the media. The rule breakers will be on the first grid. To view more information check out Perfect Property. The Dublin county board moved quickly to protect the playing squad by imposing a ban on their manager, thereby discouraging disciplinary action from the GAA at a national level. Let’s look at the processes in the inter-county squad for a moment. And as we begin to crawl out of the long, dark Covid night, the prospect of football is something that lightens the mood. They recycle players throughout the pitch so as not to overwhelm the GPS. Dublin’s massive St Patrick’s Day parade draws more than half a million people onto the city’s main streets to watch the procession of colourful floats and troupes of performers. @PJ. You can see that in the 2019 Dublin support. As anything new emerges in-game with the opposition, that is also fed back to the data analysis team (note how Ryan O’Donoghue was restricted in the second half of the All Ireland). 20 points ahead at the 2nd half water break, several subs made, it’s only natural minds start to wander to the final. I’ve always maintained money doesn’t buy All Ireland’s it’s a combination of factors. Dublin setup shooters in good positions in a playbook way. Monaghan being caught just proves what alot suspected, that there are more breaking the rules, I wonder would people on here be calling for Mayo players to be suspended if they were caught training. Very good piece In reality, Farrell’s ban was a toothless sanction as the next in line in the management team stepped up to continue whatever work is going on. Much less has the scouring of Booking.com begun for hotel deals for Saturday nights in far-flung counties – that is more of a prospect for 2022.