The Dominance of Dublin GAA *Mod warning post#1*

salmocab wrote: »

Splitting Dublin would destroy the inter county game as then it’s no longer inter county. Dubs would then be the only ones not able to represent their county. Are we only talking football or do people envisage all games at all levels? Two county boards or four. Can anyone imagine how much money it would cost to set up more county boards especially ones with nowhere to play.
Regardless of all the discussion however it won’t be happening as the Dublin county board would never agree to it even in the unlikely event it made it to Congress. This is all just wishful thinking on some people’s part.

Not splitting Dublin will destroy the inter-county game as they will dominate endlessly given the unfair advantages they enjoy.

Dubs would be able to represent the Dublin subdivisions- it will allow more people from County Dublin to play at a higher standard and challenge for Sam Maguire.

I think you're exaggerating the costs to be perfectly honest- the clubs already exist, they would just fall under different banners for inter-county games. Anyway, the GAA can always rustle up millions for Dublin so don't worry.

I agree it would probably have to be done over the heads of a kicking and screaming Dublin county board but ultimately it would be for the good of the game.

gaffer91 wrote: »

Not splitting Dublin will split the inter-county game as they will dominate endlessly given the unfair advantages they enjoy.

Dubs would be able to represent the Dublin subdivisions- it will allow more people from County Dublin to play at a higher standard and challenge for Sam Maguire.

I think you're exaggerating the costs to be perfectly honest- the clubs already exist, they would just fall under different banners for inter-county games. Anyway, the GAA can always rustle up millions for Dublin so don't worry.

I agree it would probably have to be done over the heads of a kicking and screaming Dublin county board but ultimately it would be for the good of the game.

It would mean nobody gets to play for Dublin which means ultimately taking away what people strive for.
Not sure what you think you agree with in the last paragraph but I was saying why it won’t happen not how it will happen.

How many of the Mayo lads have sponsored cars and meals provides for them??

gaffer91 wrote: »

They could play for the Dublin subdivisions, whatever they may be. They would still be challenging for the All Ireland title so there would be plenty to strive for. It would also give more people from Dublin a chance to this, as Colm O'Rourke previously pointed out.



I'm saying I agree Dublin County Board would probably object to a split. This opposition could be overcome though, for sure.

The county board would not probably object to the split they would definitely not agree to it. It won’t be happening, despite what Colm O Rourke claims to be a good thing for Dublin it’s not it means nobody gets to play for Dublin not more people.

The good news is

Positive Change is possible
Positive change can happen when there is a determined will

Tobecontinu wrote: »

What? How can that be justified? What a farce. That sullies the 5 in a row for sure.

Only in the minds of the bitters dotted around the country.

Only the likes of you thinks that Dublin winning it will be unfair.

No one cares what you think.

Negativity based on prejudice is a barren seed.

Find something positive in your life and stop resenting others for being successful. It is not good for you,

Good discussion on news talk now on the huge huge huge advantages Dublin have in terms of money

Bonniedog wrote: »

Only the likes of you thinks that Dublin winning it will be unfair.

No one cares what you think.

Negativity based on prejudice is a barren seed.

Find something positive in your life and stop resenting others for being successful. It is not good for you,

If, for whatever reason, you criticize anyone who is successful, you're a begrudger. The classic way to shut down a debate in Ireland.

Beechwoodspark wrote: »

Bit harsh Bonnie dog

Respectfully would ask u to rein it in a bit

I am merely quoting from textbook psychology.

Look on it as a Thought for the Day sort of vibe.

It is directed at no particular person living or dead

I'm not your buddy.

Tobecontinu wrote: »

But how can anyone celebrate winning something unfairly? There can't be any glory in that?

There is, loads of it actually, hopefully some more this weekend.

Its been an absolute pleasure to watch this team over the last few years, they're an amazing team full of top quality players and a top top manager, nothing anyone says can take away from the achievements of this team, its nothing but bitter jealousy from supporters of teams that werent good enough to match up.

jay1988 wrote: »

There is, loads of it actually, hopefully some more this weekend.

Its been an absolute pleasure to watch this team over the last few years, they're an amazing team full of top quality players and a top top manager, nothing anyone says can take away from the achievements of this team, its nothing but bitter jealousy from supporters of teams that werent good enough to match up.

The match ups off the pitch are having an unfair bearing on the game.

1.4M population
€17M in funding from GAA over last 10-15 years
€10M from AIG over 10 years

If you can’t accept that the above have had an effect on the recent success of Dublin,, you’re every bit as bad as the “bedgrudgers” who don’t recognize this Dublin team of players as being a fantastic group of talented players.

This is meant to be an Intercounty championship.


How can other counties compete with this blue juggernaut going forward?

The population and funding of a province vs small fish.

I genuinely believe if we had a 5 team competition of Dublin, rest of Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster, Dublin would win every year.

Something has to be done

If it takes Dublin winning 10 in a row before GAA HQ split Dublin in 4, so be it.

Inspector Coptoor wrote: »

The match ups off the pitch are having an unfair bearing on the game.

1.4M population
€17M in funding from GAA over last 10-15 years
€10M from AIG over 10 years

If you can’t accept that the above have had an effect on the recent success of Dublin,, you’re every bit as bad as the “bedgrudgers” who don’t recognize this Dublin team of players as being a fantastic group of talented players.

This is meant to be an Intercounty championship.


How can other counties compete with this blue juggernaut going forward?

The population and funding of a province vs small fish.

I genuinely believe if we had a 5 team competition of Dublin, rest of Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster, Dublin would win every year.

Something has to be done

If it takes Dublin winning 10 in a row before GAA HQ split Dublin in 4, so be it.

That's powerful stuff. Did you come with all yourself?

If you don't get a Pulziter Prize there is truly no justice, but the Pulziter is financially doped and one of the judge's grannies was from Cabra.

Will no-one shout stop. for jaysus sake/

Inspector Coptoor wrote: »

This is meant to be an Intercounty championship.

Something has to be done

If it takes Dublin winning 10 in a row before GAA HQ split Dublin in 4, so be it.

Contradiction? It's either an intercounty championship or it's not. If Dublin is ever split I would never attend another game again and I'm a season ticket holder.

I don't know if it has been suggested on the thread as I have not read it, if others really want to split Dublin and change the county boundary, why don't the other counties lead by example and change their boundary first. Perhaps merging Meath and Kildare or Mayo and Galway as one entity to take on Dublin. I always suggest this to begrudgers in work and they change the subject.