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I'm not so sure. I think a fair number of hurlers had been discarded by Cunningham or had left of their own accord and Gilroy was just opening up the gates again by saying anyone who wants to play for Dublin (and is capable of making an impact) is welcome back. Keaney is not a long term option last but the likes of Nolan still have plenty to offer. I doubt Gilroy was trying to galvanise the team with these players but just give himself the biggest pick possible and he can sort out his final squad later. I would be reluctant to say it hasn't worked after three league games either as promotion from 1b clearly hasn't been prioritised. Gilroy's credit is still very good with the Dublin support. I think he deserves our patience and I'm pretty sure he'll get it.
Kurt_Angle (Dublin) - Posts: 567 - 21/02/2018 13:50:23 2078984 Link 0 |
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There are some very successful underage teams coming through mate, some not quite just there yet, year 2 and 3 will be telling. The older players, returning players will help us thread water and provide a foundation, year 1 will be positive despite all the doom mongers, Cuala lads coming back into the panel will make a big difference. The whole thing is transititional at the moment, one thing I'm certain of is Gilroy will be successful. TheUsername (Dublin) - Posts: 4445 - 21/02/2018 15:25:16 2079005 Link 1 |
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Yeah I fully agree with you username on that one. He deserves his time and judging him after three league games is the bit daft in my opinion. We have every chance of staying in The division while also getting fitter and stronger all the time. It's going to be a difficult year but it will be a start and I've a good feeling that better days are ahead. jimbodub (Dublin) - Posts: 20600 - 21/02/2018 16:19:09 2079018 Link 2 |
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We were judged previously based on talent at our disposal and that should still be the criteria, that said performances have been poor and I am satisfied that Gilroy has openly said that , so no one is hiding we are all well aware of the challenge in front of us , big shout out to Dublin North Colleges tomorrow in a Leinster final v st Keirans of Kilkenny in DR Cullen Park , some of those lads will play senior some day Damothedub (Dublin) - Posts: 5193 - 21/02/2018 17:19:07 2079037 Link 1 |
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Dublin should beat under strength Galway this weekend as they need it more and Galway are through to the quarter-finals, no incentive for Galway to seek promotion this year. Dublin need to be patient, use 1b to rebuild. suckvalleypaddy (Galway) - Posts: 1667 - 21/02/2018 17:36:26 2079040 Link 0 |
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" Dublin need to be patient, use 1b to rebuild." jimbodub (Dublin) - Posts: 20600 - 21/02/2018 18:39:57 2079056 Link 0 |
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Probably one of the principal consequences of playling the league of by March 24th, is that if a club gets to the AI club final, those player now miss the entire league, realistically. I don't think that was really called out at the time. Marlon_JD (Tipperary) - Posts: 1823 - 21/02/2018 21:29:12 2079089 Link 0 |
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Interesting question? There's at least five lads that could come in, certain individuals would not play under Cunningham , honestly don't know if all squad bar Con are likely to make themselves available, will have to wait and see
Damothedub (Dublin) - Posts: 5193 - 21/02/2018 22:35:54 2079104 Link 0 |
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After the Limerick game it must be very disheartening for the players, they looked like a team over trained, lead in their legs and second to everything. Maybe when the Cuala/college players return, but they play they way they look. arock (Dublin) - Posts: 4895 - 22/02/2018 12:53:21 2079190 Link 0 |
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Management say the poor performances are not due to heavy training, in a way I hope it is due to the training. The collapses in the 2nd halves has been pretty alarming and I'm concerned what effect it is having in the younger players. A lot of posters are saying give Gilroy time which is fair enough but I've seen nothing so far to give encouragement.
theduke66 (Dublin) - Posts: 334 - 22/02/2018 13:36:06 2079204 Link 0 |
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Congrats to Dublin North on winning the first ever Leinster College's SAHC title today. TheUsername (Dublin) - Posts: 4445 - 22/02/2018 16:59:52 2079262 Link 1 |
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Was there we out thought out fought Kieran's , savage performance, after being fairly battered in The league by Kieran's this was sweet , hard work put in by lads since the league
Damothedub (Dublin) - Posts: 5193 - 22/02/2018 17:07:00 2079267 Link 2 |
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Congratulations to the young dubs, and does that work Damo? Is it a school called north Dublin secondary school or is it a bunch of secondary schools from north Dublin that played st Kieran's?
KingdomBoy1 (Kerry) - Posts: 14092 - 22/02/2018 20:13:50 2079325 Link 0 |
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14 schools represented from Northside of the river , first time ever to reach the final , end of the road as a representative team they can't go into all Ireland, still Leinster champions
Damothedub (Dublin) - Posts: 5193 - 22/02/2018 21:39:00 2079348 Link 0 |
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That's a good idea, we do something similar with our district teams in our county championship, I take it st Kieran's will go on to represent Leinster now?
KingdomBoy1 (Kerry) - Posts: 14092 - 22/02/2018 22:06:27 2079352 Link 0 |
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Yeah Kieran's go forward to represent the province in all Ireland's , honestly fine with that as we knew the rules when entering
Damothedub (Dublin) - Posts: 5193 - 23/02/2018 16:41:37 2079523 Link 0 |
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It'l probably be a question in a pub quiz in years to come especially if st Kieran's win the allireland. Was your young lad on the team Damo?
KingdomBoy1 (Kerry) - Posts: 14092 - 23/02/2018 18:28:36 2079543 Link 0 |
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Waterboy played every game then pulled a ligament in his shoulder , in Physio , the lads who replacement was excellent
Damothedub (Dublin) - Posts: 5193 - 24/02/2018 14:19:39 2079688 Link 1 |
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Sorry to hear that Damo, it's tough on the young man but youth is on his side so he'll get plenty of opportunities .
KingdomBoy1 (Kerry) - Posts: 14092 - 24/02/2018 18:47:00 2079738 Link 0 |
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Congrats Damo, whether he played or not, I'm sure you're very proud of the young lad. Dublin did well today, that was some come back in the second half when he looked dead and buried. And for what it's worth, I really like Galway's away kit this year. festinog (Galway) - Posts: 3097 - 25/02/2018 21:23:32 2080244 Link 0 |