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Post by onlykerry on Aug 4, 2021 17:27:15 GMT
Probably only Upper Stand on general release In their wisdom the GAA have fixed the u20 final between Offaly and either Roscommon or Down for before our semi final. The u20 final would draw a big crowd on its own as those counties rarely make AI finals. So getting tickets won't be easy at all and probably only available through the clubs. Not surprised - I expect the U20 competition will replace the minors as the curtain raiser to senior games going forward. However with limited numbers getting to games in 2021 I think it is a poor decision - you also have the issue of sanitising the dugouts etc after the U20 game. After all the effort that has gone into social distancing it beggars belief that they are putting on a double bill this year.
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Post by Whosinmidfield on Aug 4, 2021 19:02:43 GMT
Any news on Dara Moynihan? It appears Diarmuid O’Connor is ok and has returned to training.
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Post by The16thMan on Aug 4, 2021 23:00:31 GMT
Shocking decision by the GAA, it took them some grafting to get the attendance bumped from 18,000 to 24,000 and then to take that from between 2 teams to between 4 teams. An U20 final between Offaly & Roscommon/Down would not only be a massive event for the participating counties, but to neutrals as well,which effectively means it will be almost mission impossible for Kerry and Tyrone supporters to get tickets from public sale (if they even go on sale publicly). I'm absolutely furious by this decision, that final could have been easily played in Cavan or Clones with a very respectable capcity set and have those 24,000 tickets exclusively for the Semi Final. My chances of getting a ticket have gone from very slim, to absolutely none.
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Post by john4 on Aug 4, 2021 23:19:47 GMT
Shocking decision by the GAA, it took them some grafting to get the attendance bumped from 18,000 to 24,000 and then to take that from between 2 teams to between 4 teams. An U20 final between Offaly & Roscommon/Down would not only be a massive event for the participating counties, but to neutrals as well,which effectively means it will be almost mission impossible for Kerry and Tyrone supporters to get tickets from public sale (if they even go on sale publicly). I'm absolutely furious by this decision, that final could have been easily played in Cavan or Clones with a very respectable capcity set and have those 24,000 tickets exclusively for the Semi Final. My chances of getting a ticket have gone from very slim, to absolutely none. This was a crazy decision and an insult to the football supporters of Kerry, Offaly, Tyrone and the other U20 finalist. Offaly haven't reached an U20 final with 25 years or so. They'd fill out the place on their own! Something tells me that the same stunt won't and wouldn't be pulled on their home town heroes!
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Post by jackiel on Aug 5, 2021 8:58:22 GMT
Dublin Ladies semi is the curtain raiser on Saturday. The other semi involving Meath and Cork is being played in Tuam. If that's not an indicator of home town bias I don't know what is.
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Post by jackiel on Aug 5, 2021 9:08:29 GMT
In their wisdom the GAA have fixed the u20 final between Offaly and either Roscommon or Down for before our semi final. The u20 final would draw a big crowd on its own as those counties rarely make AI finals. So getting tickets won't be easy at all and probably only available through the clubs. Not surprised - I expect the U20 competition will replace the minors as the curtain raiser to senior games going forward. However with limited numbers getting to games in 2021 I think it is a poor decision - you also have the issue of sanitising the dugouts etc after the U20 game. After all the effort that has gone into social distancing it beggars belief that they are putting on a double bill this year. Use of dugouts is still not permitted , subs and officials sit at social distance in the stand either side of the tunnel. The subs bench is basically redundant for now. I'd imagine it's a matter of just cleaning down seats with an anti bacterial spray between the 2 matches and plenty of time is allowed for that. The U20's will be use the Cusack dressing rooms so no issue there.
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Post by buck02 on Aug 5, 2021 9:52:09 GMT
I wonder has this decision anything to do with Kerry refusing to move from Killarney for the Munster Final.
It most definitely smacks of somebody in power in the GAA having their nose out of joint with us.
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Post by Mickmack on Aug 5, 2021 10:16:31 GMT
Is there a curtain raiser on before Mayo v Dublin? I expect not but just asking...
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Post by tpo on Aug 5, 2021 10:19:57 GMT
yes Ladies SF Mayo V Dublin
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Post by blacksheep21 on Aug 5, 2021 10:24:03 GMT
I wonder has this decision anything to do with Kerry refusing to move from Killarney for the Munster Final. It most definitely smacks of somebody in power in the GAA having their nose out of joint with us. I doubt it is Kerry related. This punishes the other teams more as they would likely bring more supporters anyway.
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Post by mossie on Aug 5, 2021 19:14:59 GMT
I wonder has this decision anything to do with Kerry refusing to move from Killarney for the Munster Final. It most definitely smacks of somebody in power in the GAA having their nose out of joint with us. I doubt that now, I think tickets will be there for those that seek them. Kerry dont travel in numbers to semi finals and neutrals dont go now as much now that the match day experience is not what it was pre COVID
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Post by jackiel on Aug 5, 2021 20:33:28 GMT
The match day experience has changed beyond recognition mossie, particularly in Croke Park.I am lucky enough to be a steward so not chasing a ticket but I've an eye out for one for a club mate here in Meath who is from Kerry. I don't believe there's any bias against Kerry necessarily ,they just have a short window to play all the fixtures and they're packing them in.
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Post by southward on Aug 5, 2021 21:17:38 GMT
I wonder has this decision anything to do with Kerry refusing to move from Killarney for the Munster Final. It most definitely smacks of somebody in power in the GAA having their nose out of joint with us. We'll know for sure if McQuillan turns up.
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Post by Ballyfireside on Aug 6, 2021 1:00:55 GMT
Great news - hey yerra etc, I'll take a break for a tamall.
From the bottom of mo chroi, go raibh maith gach eine.
Well, it's really doctors orders, ah my arse, only room for 37 he tells me.
Up de Kingdom for ever, slán go fóill, I'll be watchin.
Thanks
PS AH jazus should have put that better than quoting what was a throw away comment, my health is fine as far as I know and sure you can't rid of a bad thing, just need less PC time, spent 18 hours on my writing on PC on each of 6 days last month alone so advised to review alright, also involved in a social media venture that may get tangled up here, and to nobody's benefit. We don't want that, apols if misunderstood. Problem is the forum is probably too good and too convenient a temptation, lets see how long I resist! And ta for good wishes, no less that would be expected - reminds of a fella who went to a funeral only to find 'twas a brother of the man he thought was dead, he confided and word got back to the would be deceased, and who's response was 'I'll go to yours too.' Hey, only 2 funerals to go to now, Tyrones and whoever makes the mistake of winning the others semi.
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Post by taibhse on Aug 6, 2021 10:14:20 GMT
I hope your issues are small Bally. A ‘Sam’ would be the best medicine. Come back soon - this place won’t be the same without you.
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Post by john4 on Aug 6, 2021 10:47:32 GMT
Hi Bally, really enjoy your contributions on here, enjoy your break and be back soon, you'll be missed. 37 my arse, we're only getting going!
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Post by tonydorigo on Aug 6, 2021 13:46:12 GMT
From another north kerry brethren, hope you fine and healthy Bally!
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Post by southward on Aug 6, 2021 17:08:20 GMT
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Post by kerryexile on Aug 6, 2021 18:03:41 GMT
Bally - your unique and thought provoking contributions often kept a thread from going stale. Don't be a stranger.
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Post by royalkerryfan on Aug 6, 2021 21:49:07 GMT
Keep well Bally 👍👍
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Post by Moderator on Aug 6, 2021 22:20:30 GMT
Stay warm, Bally, and we'll see you soon.
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Post by ciarraigodeo on Aug 6, 2021 23:01:39 GMT
Long (long!!!) time reader, first time poster. Hope you’re well, Bally. Keep her lit!
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Post by ballhopper34 on Aug 6, 2021 23:16:43 GMT
Good wishes Bally...keep that ingredient to the front.
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Post by cruc8 on Aug 7, 2021 11:23:20 GMT
More Tyrone players hit with covid match may be refixed.https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-40354628.html
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Post by ciarraigodeo on Aug 7, 2021 11:30:41 GMT
Just read an article about Tyrone’s new Covid issues. A lot of the panel self-isolating and they didn’t train on Thursday. Seems it will be Monday before they decide if that want to look for a postponement or not.
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Post by Kingdomson on Aug 7, 2021 12:39:43 GMT
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Post by royalkerryfan on Aug 7, 2021 13:01:27 GMT
Any decision to postpone this game should not and will not be at the door of Kerry GAA.
I'd personally support it as it is no good for us to be playing a make shift team.
Sligo obviously though are the example from last year however you can't have the integrity of the competition being questioned.
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Post by Whosinmidfield on Aug 7, 2021 13:08:56 GMT
A 4 week gap from Munster final to All Ireland semi final would not be good for Kerry. Hopefully the majority of the tests come back clear and Tyrone can play with as near to full strength as possible.
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Post by gaelicden on Aug 7, 2021 13:12:48 GMT
While not the case at this moment in time. If this game is to be rescheduled, it would potentially be played on August 21st; 14 days from now. Assuming all players must abide by Northern Ireland rules, they'll have to isolate by 10 days meaning they won't be able to train until at least 17th August. This gives only 4 days for championship preparation. I've seen elsewhere something about 11 players or that all players are being tested. No matter what occurs from this, it's hard on Tyrone to be in this situation. Edit: In saying that, I saw an article (maybe in the examiner, Edit: found it, www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-40353467.html ) where Paul Murphy was talking about actively avoiding people for fear of contracting Covid-19 during the championship. This just shows how it's still out there. The incidence rate went up in Tralee and Listowel over the past week. It's still relatively high in Killarney (361 per 100,000 over 14 days). Once upon a time we'd hear about players suffering from flu in the build up to matches and playing away ... Oh how times have changed
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Post by pillar on Aug 7, 2021 13:21:10 GMT
Big intercounty panels are the norm at the moment..considering they played an Ulster Final and the Dublin hurlers a Leinster Championship game without covid hit players you have to ask is there a ceiling of players that you can miss...and can you differentiate between No.23 on the panel and a first fifteener..only asking because I think schedules are getting tighter by the week.
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