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Replying To Claretandblue:  "The Multy vs Milltown game was prob the best in any championship so far, cracking scores, lead changing hands regularly. Not sure how any one could find fault"
Misplaced passes, needless turnovers, poor touches, Junior standard defending. There's more to a game than a few good scores.

iarmhiabu (Westmeath) - Posts: 195 - 11/08/2025 23:02:59    2631249

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Dermot McCabe now officially the new Cavan Manager. Let the scramble for names begin.

Meridian (Westmeath) - Posts: 688 - 12/08/2025 09:04:13    2631291

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Replying To Upforthegame23:  "Declan D'Arcy is fav for dublin job, but i am sure you know that, best kept secret for last three week, ger brennan would be a great fit for westmeath if that option was available and he didn't get dublin job."
You need to check your sources my friend!!

Meridian (Westmeath) - Posts: 688 - 12/08/2025 09:08:35    2631294

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Is McHugh gone to Cavan with him? He will be a massive loss if so.

Matthew (None) - Posts: 1088 - 12/08/2025 09:54:56    2631311

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Replying To Matthew:  "Is McHugh gone to Cavan with him? He will be a massive loss if so."
This I read that he is expected to go also.

Meridian (Westmeath) - Posts: 688 - 12/08/2025 10:38:11    2631324

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Replying To Meridian:  "This I read that he is expected to go also."
Said at pod he would stay with westmeath clearly not man of his word

Gaaforlife2023 (Longford) - Posts: 899 - 12/08/2025 10:51:59    2631333

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Replying To iarmhiabu:  "Misplaced passes, needless turnovers, poor touches, Junior standard defending. There's more to a game than a few good scores."
Here we go moaning again did you watch nothing wrong high scoring match either you probably hate rules do you. Games differ there was good attack and not all defence bad.

Gaaforlife2023 (Longford) - Posts: 899 - 12/08/2025 10:53:39    2631335

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Replying To iarmhiabu:  "Not a dig. Fair play to the lads for their voluntary efforts. Buddha has a lot going on with teams which probably explains why he wasn't clued in on the Podcast that week. Why not make it better than a pub chat as you call it? Iarmhi TV product has the potential to be significantly improved. The Board should be desperately trying to generate money for a Centre of Excellence, exhausting all avenues. Why do we consistently accept mediocrity in Westmeath?"
That's a fair statement in fairness

Gaaforlife2023 (Longford) - Posts: 899 - 12/08/2025 10:54:52    2631336

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Replying To Gaaforlife2023:  "Said at pod he would stay with westmeath clearly not man of his word"
From Westmeath Indo: It has been speculated that McCabe may be joined by his assistant in Westmeath, Donegal All-Ireland winner Mark McHugh, son of Cavan's 1997 Ulster-winning manager Martin.

Not a done deal by that but no smoke without fire.

Meridian (Westmeath) - Posts: 688 - 12/08/2025 11:18:36    2631347

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I see the board have put out an advert for new minor football manager. Vital that we get a young ambitious management in with them as if anything, the last couple of weeks have shown the desperate need for management within our own county. Can't knock McCabe for taking the job with his native county but it's a situation we need to avoid in future and any potential minor management should have future ambitions that reflect our county's needs

Iakecounty90 (Westmeath) - Posts: 26 - 12/08/2025 11:43:08    2631361

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What kind of chairman have we at all stating that the county board are in the dark on McCabe moving back to Cavan to manage his native County the day before the national press announced he is all but confirmed as the next Cavan manager.
Are we that far behind the rest heading in to round 3 of the championship and rumours of McCabe leaving since the championship started that our county chairman states his in the dark.
Surely proactive county board should be on to this and have a manger in place once this was announced.
Now u will here all the usual waffle about where to go for next manager wake up Westmeath county board and get up to speed in what's happening.

Undertheroad (Westmeath) - Posts: 78 - 12/08/2025 13:45:41    2631401

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Replying To Undertheroad:  "What kind of chairman have we at all stating that the county board are in the dark on McCabe moving back to Cavan to manage his native County the day before the national press announced he is all but confirmed as the next Cavan manager.
Are we that far behind the rest heading in to round 3 of the championship and rumours of McCabe leaving since the championship started that our county chairman states his in the dark.
Surely proactive county board should be on to this and have a manger in place once this was announced.
Now u will here all the usual waffle about where to go for next manager wake up Westmeath county board and get up to speed in what's happening."
He didn't make any statement. He replied to a call from a journalist in Irish independent.

What was he supposed to do. Lock McCabe in his basement?

Good luck to McCabe, I heard the panel loved him. Personally I'd like a county man involved and one who will work to bring back a lot of our players who are traveling and not with the panel.

Maroon Heaven (Westmeath) - Posts: 47 - 12/08/2025 15:40:59    2631452

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Replying To Undertheroad:  "What kind of chairman have we at all stating that the county board are in the dark on McCabe moving back to Cavan to manage his native County the day before the national press announced he is all but confirmed as the next Cavan manager.
Are we that far behind the rest heading in to round 3 of the championship and rumours of McCabe leaving since the championship started that our county chairman states his in the dark.
Surely proactive county board should be on to this and have a manger in place once this was announced.
Now u will here all the usual waffle about where to go for next manager wake up Westmeath county board and get up to speed in what's happening."
I think that's very harsh on the Chairman. I think its quite possible that he was in the dark on it or else think it was all paper talk. Also, from a contract/finances point of view maybe that is what he was advised to say. Its easy to point fingers and state stuff on here but i'm sure there is a process that has to be followed. As for having a manager in place right away that is just ridiculous. The guy only got the Cavan job last night!! It took the likes of Dublin, Mayo 6 to 8 weeks to pick a new manager. Roscommon are 3 weeks without a manager. So why would Westmeath have one lined up already. Need to be a bit realistic here.

Meridian (Westmeath) - Posts: 688 - 12/08/2025 16:00:27    2631461

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Replying To Meridian:  "I think that's very harsh on the Chairman. I think its quite possible that he was in the dark on it or else think it was all paper talk. Also, from a contract/finances point of view maybe that is what he was advised to say. Its easy to point fingers and state stuff on here but i'm sure there is a process that has to be followed. As for having a manager in place right away that is just ridiculous. The guy only got the Cavan job last night!! It took the likes of Dublin, Mayo 6 to 8 weeks to pick a new manager. Roscommon are 3 weeks without a manager. So why would Westmeath have one lined up already. Need to be a bit realistic here."
There are no physical contracts in the gaa. There are verbal agreements for sure but can't imagine they're worth much. I think it's a bit mad that the situation was allowed to go on. McCabe should have resigned before it got to this stage in my opinion , like Ger Brennan with Louth. Could Westmeath not have parted ways with McCabe before now? It was very clear when he allowed the nomination to go forward that we were an after thought. His position was untenable after that. And that's fine he's right to go to Cavan I couldn't blame him. Maybe I'm wrong but I'm sure there could have been an honest conversation between both parties and let Westmeath start planning for next year. If there's an internal candidate worth having I'd be all ears, if not Davy Burke, Kieran Donaghy, Tony McEntee would they be interested or even worth having I don't know ? Not sure if we have the finances or the ambition though for a big name. I'd be happy to go with Lar Wall, that's if he'd leave Jude's for us

Bluelake (Westmeath) - Posts: 296 - 12/08/2025 18:17:50    2631494

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Replying To Meridian:  "You need to check your sources my friend!!"
Good man, read post to end, D'Arcy was favourite and as stated breenan was in mix, think its a good move for dublin with brennan, but I am more interested in who goes to westmeath

Upforthegame23 (Westmeath) - Posts: 153 - 12/08/2025 18:48:33    2631499

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Replying To Bluelake:  "There are no physical contracts in the gaa. There are verbal agreements for sure but can't imagine they're worth much. I think it's a bit mad that the situation was allowed to go on. McCabe should have resigned before it got to this stage in my opinion , like Ger Brennan with Louth. Could Westmeath not have parted ways with McCabe before now? It was very clear when he allowed the nomination to go forward that we were an after thought. His position was untenable after that. And that's fine he's right to go to Cavan I couldn't blame him. Maybe I'm wrong but I'm sure there could have been an honest conversation between both parties and let Westmeath start planning for next year. If there's an internal candidate worth having I'd be all ears, if not Davy Burke, Kieran Donaghy, Tony McEntee would they be interested or even worth having I don't know ? Not sure if we have the finances or the ambition though for a big name. I'd be happy to go with Lar Wall, that's if he'd leave Jude's for us"
I would recommend staying clear of Burke folks.

sourmilk93 (Roscommon) - Posts: 1226 - 12/08/2025 19:17:26    2631506

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Replying To Meridian:  "I think that's very harsh on the Chairman. I think its quite possible that he was in the dark on it or else think it was all paper talk. Also, from a contract/finances point of view maybe that is what he was advised to say. Its easy to point fingers and state stuff on here but i'm sure there is a process that has to be followed. As for having a manager in place right away that is just ridiculous. The guy only got the Cavan job last night!! It took the likes of Dublin, Mayo 6 to 8 weeks to pick a new manager. Roscommon are 3 weeks without a manager. So why would Westmeath have one lined up already. Need to be a bit realistic here."
Not a bit harsh the anyone it's the county board I direct it at the whole of Westmeath and Cavan knew it was happening .

Undertheroad (Westmeath) - Posts: 78 - 12/08/2025 20:10:25    2631516

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Replying To Bluelake:  "There are no physical contracts in the gaa. There are verbal agreements for sure but can't imagine they're worth much. I think it's a bit mad that the situation was allowed to go on. McCabe should have resigned before it got to this stage in my opinion , like Ger Brennan with Louth. Could Westmeath not have parted ways with McCabe before now? It was very clear when he allowed the nomination to go forward that we were an after thought. His position was untenable after that. And that's fine he's right to go to Cavan I couldn't blame him. Maybe I'm wrong but I'm sure there could have been an honest conversation between both parties and let Westmeath start planning for next year. If there's an internal candidate worth having I'd be all ears, if not Davy Burke, Kieran Donaghy, Tony McEntee would they be interested or even worth having I don't know ? Not sure if we have the finances or the ambition though for a big name. I'd be happy to go with Lar Wall, that's if he'd leave Jude's for us"
Would ye bring back Tom Cribbin please? Two Leinster final appearances in a row isn't bad going.

bláthach (Leitrim) - Posts: 219 - 12/08/2025 21:47:08    2631526

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The whole thing is disappointing. We cant afford another prolonged search. Dessie stepped down this week last year and Mc Cabe wasnt appointed until mid October. We need to hit the ground running in Div 3. Would Andy Mc Entee be an option? Vinny Corey? Dara Brady from St Paul's is managing Castleknock. Chances are Luke will play hurling next year?

A_Chairde (Westmeath) - Posts: 304 - 12/08/2025 22:56:39    2631533

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Replying To Greengrass1:  "Ballycomoyle in serious bother unfortunately.
Unless they have a huge turnaround then they'll be bottom of the pile and in relegation trouble."
You reap what you sow

locklanegale (Wexford) - Posts: 69 - 13/08/2025 00:19:46    2631540

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