International Rules
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Joyce quits Irish selector role
Padraic Joyce has cited his commitment to the Galway footballers as his reason for stepping down from the Irish International Rules management set-up.
McNicholl confirms his role as Nixon aid
Former Derry and Aussie Rules star Dermot McNicholl says he is happy to work alongside AFL agent Ricky Nixon in scouting for talent in Ireland.
Kennelly ready for Ireland call-up
Sean Boylan’s plans to unhinge Australia’s dominancy in the International Rules series has been boosted by the news that Tadhg Kennelly will be available for selection.
O hAiplin has doubts about Sydney Celtics plan
Cork legend Sean Og O hAilpin has expressed grave doubts about the feasibility of an Australian Rules team backboned by Gaelic footballers.
Richmond unveil player swap plan
Aussie Rules club Richmond have outlined plans to launch a unique player exchange programme with the GAA.
O’Neill behind ’Sydney Celtics’ plan
GPA founder Donal O’Neill is spearheading a multi-million euro plan to set up an Irish-dominated Australian Rules team in Sydney.
Boylan looks to change things around
New International Rules boss Sean Boylan says he may have to conjure up a new selection policy to outwit Australia when the test series gets underway next Autumn.
Brennan allays AFL recruitment fears
GAA president Nickey Brennan had quelled fears that a mass exodus of young talent to Australian Rules is imminent.
Kennelly relishing Rules return
Tadhg Kennelly is eagerly looking forward to the return of the International Rules series later this year.
Brennan fuming over ’cheeky’ Aussie Rules trial
GAA president Nickey Brennan has blasted an Australian Rules scout who held a trial at Kingspan Breffni Park in Cavan last Friday night.
Brisbane boss predicts Oz exodus
Brisbane Lions manager Graeme Allan believes a mass exodus of young GAA talent to Australian Rules is on the cards.
Kennelly refutes Nixon claims
Tadhg Kennelly has rubbished claims made by top Aussie Rules agent Ricky Nixon that he is planning to establish a rival recruitment scheme in Ireland.
Malthouse to lead Aussies
Mick Malthouse has been appointed Australian coach in succession to Kevin Sheedy for the International Rules Series against Ireland later this year.
GAA top brass to tackle AFL agent Nixon
GAA director-general Paraic Duffy will spell out his concerns to Aussie Rules player agent Ricky Nixon in the coming days about plundering the cream of Gaelic football’s young talent.
Stynes fears GAA talent drain
Aussie Rules legend Jim Stynes has joined fellow Irishman and Tadhg Kennelly in condemning the new GAA player recruitment drive which is being spearheaded by top AFL agent Ricky Nixon.
Rules tour to include exhibition game
The Irish International Rules squad’s tour to Australia later this year will incorporate an exhibition game in Sydney against a local GAA selection.
President’s role for Stynes
Former Dublin minor star and Australian Rules legend Jim Stynes has been elected president of Melbourne Demons.
Boylan welcomes Rules return
Ireland manager Sean Boylan has expressed his delight with confirmation that the International Rules series is to resume in Australia later this year.
Brennan relieved at Rules announcement
GAA President Nickey Brennan has expressed his relief that a two-test International Rules Series has been confirmed for October this year.
International Rules confirmed
The GAA and the AFL have confirmed that there will be a two-game International Rules Series between the countries in October of this year.
AFL get more time
The Australian Football League have successfully asked for more time to finalise the arrangements for this year’s International Rules Series and are confident that agreement will be reached next week.
GAA awaiting call from Aussies
GAA president Nickey Brennan is expecting AFL officials to contact him on Friday morning regarding the staging of this year’s International Rules series.
GAA still awaiting AFL response
This year’s International Rules series remains in doubt as the AFL have yet to finalise a second venue for November’s proposed two-test series Down Under.
AFL to meet deadline
Aussie Rules chiefs have confirmed that they will make a call on the future of the International Rules before next Friday’s GAA-imposed deadline.
Duffy issues ultimatum to AFL
GAA Árd Stiurthoir Pauric Duffy has warned Aussie Rules chiefs that they only have ten days to confirm dates and venues for possible International Rules tests later this year, or the GAA will pull the plug on this years Series.
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