Mayo GAA Discussion Part 2

Arcade_Tryer · 11-09-2016 08:32PM

naughto wrote: »

The only thing that's bothering me is we where playing unreal football over the last few yrs and only managed to draw with them . We are playing pure sh1te this yr and expect it to change in the final that's what worries me.

Wasn't ment for this thread but I'll leave it here anyway

If Mayo attempt to just play a normal game of free flowing football against the Dubs they will lose 9 times out of 10. Mayo need to do something unexpected in terms of tactics.

The problem is Mayo teams (both club and county) ALWAYS do the expected. Incredibly predictable team in finals. Dublin will win with a few points to spare, similar to the hurling I'd say.

km79 · 11-09-2016 08:33PM

Arcade_Tryer wrote: »

If Mayo attempt to just play a normal game of free flowing football against the Dubs they will lose 9 times out of 10. Mayo need to do something unexpected in terms of tactics.

The problem is Mayo teams (both club and county) ALWAYS do the expected. Incredibly predictable team in finals. Dublin will win with a few points to spare, similar to the hurling I'd say.

Predict Rochfords starting 15 and the exact positions they will play so ......

PressRun · 11-09-2016 08:55PM

Yeah, of all the criticisms that could be levelled at Mayo this year, being predictable is hardly a reasonable one.

martyos121 · 11-09-2016 09:16PM

I'm certain Rochford has a trick or two up his sleeve for the final. The thing is I've no idea what it could be but I just don't see us getting into a conventional scoring match with that talented Dublin side, we have to be cute to win this and that's one thing Rochford is in his management.

Horan was a very good manager but predictable, as were H&C last year to an extent (apart from starting Drake in the semi of course). That predictability has gone out the window this year and we're better for it in my opinion.

Dublin are favourites and rightly so but I see us throwing them a curveball that they'll have to adapt to, because breaking their usual pattern and scoring rhythm would go a long way towards an All Ireland victory.

finisklin · 11-09-2016 10:01PM

Don't forget to give some credit to Tony McEntee. I don't think his contribution can be under estimated. That tactical resilience from Ulster football is a strength and I really like the way he is working the sideline, communicating with players and amending the plan as the game progresses.

Rochford is in his first season as an inter county manager so he is learning as well. Plus the structures that Horan had in place are standing in good stead.

RobbieRuns · 11-09-2016 10:03PM

Dublin, who are rightly favourites have my admiration because they are not as defensive as the northern teams, they try to beat teams by outplaying them, by running more, being fitter and stronger. They give others the chance to attack. This suits Mayo, they have always matched Dublin in the fitness stakes and indeed in strength. Mayo should have a real cut and leave nothing out there, would love to see them win.

seligehgit · 12-09-2016 01:39PM

Mayo News Podcast

The All-Ireland Final Preview

http://www.mayonews.ie/sports/listen/football-podcast/28522-audio-football-podcast-16-the-all-ireland-final-preview

spurscormac · 12-09-2016 01:52PM

Tis quiet in these parts, is everyone nervous as hell?

Can't wait til Sunday. Still have plans to be finalised, make a weekend of it, or just there and back on the day.
Haven't booked Monday off yet, but have given advance notice that if we win, don't expect me in til Wednesday.

PressRun · 12-09-2016 02:07PM

Surprisingly don't feel too nervous at the moment. Looking forward to the weekend though. I'll probably be a bag of nerves on the day, but not feeling too bad right now.

finisklin · 12-09-2016 02:49PM

Do both teams get a training run in Croke park ahead of the final?

For example, do the Mayo team get access to the pitch and have a training session for an hour or two on the Tuesday?

Fr Tod Umptious · 12-09-2016 03:14PM

Don't forget "Mad For Sam 2016 Live from Mayo" on Irish TV, Sky channel 191, tomorrow Tuesday 13th at 8pm.

yop · 12-09-2016 03:23PM

anyone going to the after-after function (the 20 euro one!

)
Few of us are going in, is it a suit jobbie or will pants and shirt do the job!

Or even jeans!

PARlance · 12-09-2016 03:56PM

seligehgit wrote: »

Mayo News Podcast

The All-Ireland Final Preview

http://www.mayonews.ie/sports/listen/football-podcast/28522-audio-football-podcast-16-the-all-ireland-final-preview

The GAA Hour podcast is up too. That's this evenings listening sorted between the two.

Did anyone else make it up on Friday for the GAA Hour recording? Grand way to kill an hour or so, Parkinson is a great host.

Westernyelp · 12-09-2016 04:08PM

yop wrote: »

anyone going to the after-after function (the 20 euro one! )
Few of us are going in, is it a suit jobbie or will pants and shirt do the job! Or even jeans!

The After after function is Casual Gear, would be some spot if Sam is in attendance

Oldtree · 12-09-2016 04:28PM

PressRun wrote: »

Surprisingly don't feel too nervous at the moment. Looking forward to the weekend though. I'll probably be a bag of nerves on the day, but not feeling too bad right now.

I can't think nor sleep

yop · 12-09-2016 04:36PM

Oldtree wrote: »

I can't think nor sleep

for once I am not in a knot

For some reason the fact we seem to be given little hope has allowed me to possibly see the age of 60 without a heart attack.
That said been up on top of the hill come 3.30 next Sunday the heart rate will be hitting 190 at times!

seligehgit · 12-09-2016 05:12PM

PARlance wrote: »

The GAA Hour podcast is up too. That's this evenings listening sorted between the two.

Did anyone else make it up on Friday for the GAA Hour recording? Grand way to kill an hour or so, Parkinson is a great host.

Yes I went along,it was very enjoyable.I really miss Wooly now that's he's left OTB.Loved the question re the Mort.

seligehgit · 12-09-2016 05:15PM

TBH I've never seen the county calmer as expectations are so low.It'll really hit me come Friday evening after work and heading up early Saturday morning.... Buzzing I say buzzing!:D:pac:

Bunny Colvin · 12-09-2016 08:47PM

seligehgit wrote: »

TBH I've never seen the county calmer as expectations are so low.It'll really hit me come Friday evening after work and heading up early Saturday morning.... Buzzing I say buzzing!:D:pac:

It's been quieter than usual alright. But saying that, I've been trying to ignore all build up, too much talking can be done and we've heard it all before.

I think people have a quiet sense of confidence though. We're all in the dark as to what Mayo team will show up, how we'll line up and what kind of performance they're capable of producing because there's nothing to look back on, except the lads just doing enough and moving onto the next game. I'll definitely be optimistic heading up Sunday, it's not an impossible task ahead of us. There's a complete performance in this Mayo team, if Rochford gets the match ups right, we get a bit of luck then we've every chance. In saying that, If we don't do it - I don't think we'll be as devastated as we have been in losing previous finals.

Oldtree · 13-09-2016 10:40AM

yop wrote: »

for once I am not in a knot
For some reason the fact we seem to be given little hope has allowed me to possibly see the age of 60 without a heart attack.
That said been up on top of the hill come 3.30 next Sunday the heart rate will be hitting 190 at times!

I'll bring some spare Lercaril for you then jic

tacofries · 13-09-2016 12:08PM

Many going to Mad For Sam tonight? Rang up there but tickets are gone. If they're showing it in the bar then ill head up anyway!

yop · 13-09-2016 12:24PM

Just learnt of the death of a young man at home, we always got the "Ann Baynes Bus" from Westport which his brother drives and himself and his Dad always were on. Really has shocked the town and all of us who travelled around the country on that bus. Sunday will be incredibly sad now. RIP son.

Bunny Colvin · 13-09-2016 12:44PM

yop wrote: »

Just learnt of the death of a young man at home, we always got the "Ann Baynes Bus" from Westport which his brother drives and himself and his Dad always were on. Really has shocked the town and all of us who travelled around the country on that bus. Sunday will be incredibly sad now. RIP son.

Been on that bus a few times for league games. I read an older man passed away during the week that was always on that bus too.

R.I.P, puts it all into perspective.

yop · 13-09-2016 01:43PM

Bunny Colvin wrote: »

Been on that bus a few times for league games. I read an older man passed away during the week that was always on that bus too.

R.I.P, puts it all into perspective.

Ya Jonny passed away indeed. Himself and his wife were terrific unassuming people. He will be greatly missed also.
http://www.mayonews.ie/news/28521-mayo-gaa-loses-well-known-westport-supporter

km79 · 13-09-2016 02:03PM

At the moment Sunday looks wet in dublin

corny · 13-09-2016 02:04PM

km79 wrote: »

At the moment Sunday looks wet in dublin

Not again.

km79 · 13-09-2016 02:14PM

corny wrote: »

Not again.

Can and probably will change
Long way out yet

PressRun · 13-09-2016 02:31PM

It's been lovely weather today in Mayo. Hopefully it stays nice and spreads to Dublin!

Fr Tod Umptious · 13-09-2016 11:00PM

seligehgit wrote: »

Mayo News Podcast

The All-Ireland Final Preview

http://www.mayonews.ie/sports/listen/football-podcast/28522-audio-football-podcast-16-the-all-ireland-final-preview

Great podcast.

Really sums up my own feelings on the game, that cautious optimism based on tje notion that Mayo are a far smarter, far more balanced team this time round, and that Donegal and Kerry have shown us how Dublin are vulnerable.

Maybe all BS and they lose by 14 but one can only hope.

Arcade_Tryer · 13-09-2016 11:17PM

km79 wrote: »

Predict Rochfords starting 15 and the exact positions they will play so ......

PressRun wrote: »

Yeah, of all the criticisms that could be levelled at Mayo this year, being predictable is hardly a reasonable one.

http://www.irishtimes.com/sport/gaelic-games/jim-mcguinness-touch-of-anarchy-could-be-mayo-s-secret-weapon-1.2788911

Mayo GAA Discussion Part 2

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