Mackas_view wrote: » Anyone know where I'd get 2 tickets ?
North of 32 wrote: » I'm not so sure. Let's just run the scenario Jim presented. No disrespect to Wicklow, but this is a dreadful proposition. Everyone in Leinster already has the pleasure of testing themselves against the best and getting hammered by Dublin. In Jim's proposed system, I'm sure Wicklow would much rather just compete for the All-Ireland B, rather than being dumped out by Mayo, especially after putting so much effort into a league campaign and having virtually no chance of winning Leinster. And then this notion that a relegated team could win a provincial title. Possible obviously, but remotely realistic? The provincial tournaments will just exist exactly as they are. In his example, Wicklow are guaranteed 2 hammerings - by Dublin in Leinster and then the #1 seeded team in the All-Ireland series. (I invite any and all corrections on my interpretation of Jim's proposal).
North of 32 wrote: » So in Jim's system, Fermanagh compete for nothing but promotion. They won't win Ulster and they'll get demolished by the higher seeded team in the All Ireland. Next season they'll battle to stay in Divison 2, won't win Ulster and will get demolished by the higher seeded team (if they're lucky they'll be relegated and have a chance to compete in All-Ireland . Based on my own interpretation, this system actually doesn't do anything for potentially competitive counties like Tipperary. Imagine they won Munster this year. Their reward in terms of All-Ireland progression? A match against the #1 seeded team in the last 16 - not even a quarter final. As far as I can see, this system just favours the already strong counties. (Again, I'm open to correction and no disrespect to any counties) The provincial championships are the problem. They make no sense whatsoever and make it impossible for the introduction of championships that would actually be balanced and competitive.
Redsoxfan wrote: » 1. Durcan 2. McGrath 3. N McGee 4. E McGee 5. Thompson 6. Lacey 7. McGlynn 8. Gallagher 9. McElhinney 10. Toye 11. MacNiallais 12 R McHugh 13. McBrearty 14. Murphy 15. C McFadden 16 Boyle 17 Doherty 18 M McHugh 19 H McFadden 20 O'Reilly 21 Walsh 22 G McFadden 23 McGinley 24 Griffin 25 E McHugh 26 Hensey I for one will be delighted if the team starts as named as it's our strongest 15 as far as I am concerned. Thompson's fitness/form the biggest question mark for me.
RoyalCelt wrote: » What's the capacity for the athletic grounds tomorrow?
J Cheever Loophole wrote: » :pac: I have to say - nothing if not consistent! And the best of it is, no matters what happens on Sunday, you'll be right!! Come on now harps' - I've much bigger fish to fry than exuberant newbies like JJ. Really, really looking forward to Sunday - I think it will be a great occasion for our beautiful City - I just hope the weather holds up and we get a great game. I have my doubts to be honest that we can take this - we gave you a right rattle last year but at that stage we had built up a good bit of momentum whilst Donegal were hanging around for a bit after the Ulster Final - if I'm honest I think you probably underestimated us a bit and nearly got caught - for us a shock had to happen on day one - a replay would have been well beyond us. Safe trip to all heading down to the Primatial City – hope youse have an enjoyable day, within reason of course , and I look forward to a titanic struggle……which is the verbal joust here on Monday morning!!
Trilla wrote: » Is anyone watching this shyte! The game is shockingly boring. Honestly the Ireland v England soccer game was more entertaining
Dirty Dingus McGee wrote: » Really? It's not much of a contest but it's been an exhibition of football from Donegal so far.I usually don't enjoy one sided games but the quality of Donegals play so far is a joy to watch.
Nidgeweasel wrote: » Stick that in your pipe McGeeney. Facile win in truth. That in itself is very satisfying. One more performance like that and we'll be in another final. McIver and Derry in the long grass Saturday week.
Nidgeweasel wrote: » That in itself is very satisfying.
overshoot wrote: Only worrying things going forward, the injuries, what happened Colm McFadden? Assume something there too? Thought toye was too easily pushed over at times too, very unlike one of our strongest carriers
harpsman wrote: » r. Never thought Id see an Armagh team managed by McGeeney coming out in the 2nd half with the sole intention of keeping the score down. Talk about theowing in the towel.
Nidgeweasel wrote: » It was delicious. He looked like he was in turmoil on the sideline. Good enough for him. Not a peep out of that shower today which was also pleasant. Thought Coldrick reffed it excellently. Made important calls early on which meant they couldn't get a run with their dark arts, unlike McQuillan in the quarter last year who was a disgrace.
harpsman wrote: » Ok, think its time to move on. In fairness to the Armagh team of the last decade they always beat us because they were a much better team and like most great teams they had a bit of the bully about them(I know there were a few nasty incidents but like I say its in the past). Anyway had the misfortune of standing beside one particularly obnoxious Donegal supporter yesterday(Ive a feelin hes from my own town!!) so got my fill of gloating-would have been apologising to any Armagh supporters had I had any near me. Anyway great to great to be the top dog at the moment and lets enjoy it while it lasts but remember this is a public forum so do it gracefully( whatever you say behind closed doors:):)). Still think Monaghan are the team to beat in Ulster.
Redsoxfan wrote: » Great stuff from our boys. 2nd half was a non-event. Armagh were very poor. No harm.
jjdonegal wrote: » Regards Derry on the 27th; I honestly think it will be the hardest game thus far. 13 day turnover is short enough and I always remember Jim saying 3 weeks was the ideal. Listening to some of our fans yesterday; we are in the Ulster final already. Dangerous talk. First time we have ever beaten Tyrone and Armagh in the same championship; that has a satisfying sound to it. Armagh supporters beside me very gracious in fairness to them and I wish them the best of luck and a long run. More Ulster teams that do well is perfect in my eyes. Roll on the 27th and hopefully some of this crap I'm hearing about Derry being a non event stops.
Redsoxfan wrote: » The unnamed minor players are free to play apparently. According to Frank Craig on Twitter there was a hearing last night. I'm not worried about Derry. They will likely present a sterner test than Armagh, but it will not be as tough as Tyrone. They were blessed to beat Down at home. Injuries and the short turnaround might have an impact, but this group of players won't lose the run of themselves. But of course, as Rory likes to say, each game takes on a life of its own....
