Thoughts, Ideas, Resources

Posted by Dermot Mc Ardle on 8th Aug 2025

Efficiency off turnovers

Of all the numbers to emerge from the All-Ireland Final, one stood out like a sore thumb — efficiency off turnovers. In the All-Ireland series games leading up to the final, Donegal were averagi …

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Posted by Dermot Mc Ardle on 31st Jul 2025

The Return of Connection

The All-Ireland Final was packed with brilliant moments—team-driven phases of play, and  individual flashes of genius. But it wasn’t just that one game. 2025, as a whole, felt differe …

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Posted by Dermot Mc Ardle on 21st Jul 2025

Kerry By two

We’re into the final week of one of the most entertaining championships ever. Two teams left. Two, what you might call contrasting approaches. On the the surface it is hard to call, but if we lo …

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Posted by Dermot Mc Ardle on 27th Jun 2025

Kerry Hit 36 shots v Cavan....

Kerry go into this weekend’s game as 6/4 outsiders — not a position they’re used to. Armagh have been very consistent, defensively solid, and sharp in front of goal. So let's look at …

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Posted by Dermot Mc Ardle on 20th Jun 2025

Kerry: From Busted Flush to Winning Hand?

Kerry legend Darragh Ó Sé may have sounded the death knell on their All-Ireland chances this week, arguing that the defeat to Meath has an air of finality. And on current form, he might …

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Posted by Dermot Mc Ardle on 5th Jun 2025

The Truth Behind the 2-Pointer… So Far

When the 2-point arc was introduced — a bold 40-metre line offering double reward — the expectation was clear: change the rhythm of the game,reward bravery, and stretch defensive systems. …

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