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# Flying the flag

Last week
19th November 2023 - 25th November 2023
A long way from Tipperary, 10 Irish players set for AFLW semi-finals
There’s Irish representation on each of the four participating sides.
Last month
November 2023
Padraig Harrington shares lead on Champions Tour in USA
Harrington shot an opening round 67 at the TimberTech Championship.
This year
2023
13 Ireland internationals involved as the Women's Super League returns
The new season gets underway tomorrow.
'This is a week I'll never forget. It felt like Ireland' - Solheim Cup star Leona Maguire
The Cavan woman was central to Europe’s win.
'This is a week I'll never forget. It felt like Ireland' - Solheim Cup star Leona Maguire
The Cavan woman was central to Europe’s win.
Bronze for Ireland at World Rowing Championships
Philip Doyle and Daire Lynch finished third in the Men’s Double Sculls.
Meet the 33: Record number of Irish players set for new AFLW season
17 different counties are represented across 14 clubs Down Under.
Rhys McClenaghan qualifies for European Championships final in first place
Irish Olympian advances in Antalya.
Pádraig Harrington to be inducted into World Golf Hall of Fame
‘This is a deep-down satisfaction, and I’m very proud to be included,’ the Dubliner said.
Lowry joint leader in Abu Dhabi as Harrington rolls back the years
The Irish pair impressed in the third round.
Irish referee Michelle O'Neill selected for this summer's World Cup
The Wexford official will join Vera Pauw’s history-makers Down Under.
Last year
2022
History-making Passmore rounds off brilliant week at World Junior Diving Championships
The 17-year-old finished fifth in the 3M Springboard final, having won Ireland’s first-ever world-level diving medal on Tuesday.
Meath, Armagh, Leitrim and Mayo stars nominated for AFLW awards
Vikki Wall and Blaithin Mackin are up for Best First-Year Player, with Áine Tighe and Aileen Gilroy in the running for MVP.
Leona Maguire and Seamus Power make strong starts Stateside
The Irish duo put down successful opening rounds at the LPGA Tour Championship and the RSM Classic.
Nine Irish players left in AFLW race with Mayo showdown in store this weekend
There’s two finals series games down for decision on Saturday.
Seamus Power 'over the moon' after second PGA Tour win in Bermuda
The Waterford man has moved up to 32nd in the world rankings.
Lowry fires 67 after hour's drive to buy putter, McIlroy and Power also going well at CJ Cup
It was a successful second round for the Irish in South Carolina.
Two more Irish boxers advance to European Championship quarter-finals
Shannon Sweeney and Caitlin Fryers brought the number of Irish one win away from a medal in Montenegro to nine.
Man United go top of WSL as Ireland's World Cup history-makers return to club duty
From own goals to absentees, there was no shortage of talking points.
Joy Neville to referee big clash of Six Nations rivals at World Cup
The Limerick woman will be on duty for England-France and Japan-Canada next month.
Meath and Cork stars confirmed for AFLW debuts on Saturday
Vikki Wall and Erika O’Shea will both feature for North Melbourne.
The 22 Irish stars set for the new AFLW season
They’re spread across 12 teams and hail from 12 different counties.
Mixed emotions for Ireland striker Noonan after Championship debut goal
‘To get the goal, I was delighted. At the end of the day, it’s the three points that we want and we didn’t get them.’
Ciara Mageean wins 1500m silver at European Championships
Just beforehand, Mark English qualified for the 800m final as an automatic qualifier.
No injury doubts for Shels as King optimistic ahead of Champions League clash
The Women’s National League champions are in Slovenia, where they face ZNK Pomurje tomorrow.
'Over the moon' - Two golds and bronze wrap up successful World Championships for Ireland
Katie-George Dunlevy and Eve McCrystal secured a sixth World Championship title.
Ireland's Kelly Murphy sets new national record at European Championships
Ryan Henderson produced a top 10 finish in the BMX Freestyle final.
Irish show jumping team qualify for 2024 Olympics
Michael Blake’s crew finished fourth at the World Championships in Herning last night.
'Dream come true' as Conor Coventry makes Premier League debut
The Republic of Ireland U21 captain came on in the closing minutes of West Ham’s defeat to Manchester City.
Gold for Lavin, season's best for Coscoran as both Irish Olympians win medals
Limerick star Lavin won the 100m hurdles final in Anhalt.
Clare's Considine crowned AFLW champion again after Grand final win with Adelaide
The Crows saw off Melbourne in the decider, with Sinéad Goldrick excellent in defeat.
'Nothing but good things to say' - praise for Liverpool's Irish trio after title success
Lovely words for Niamh Fahey, Leanne Kiernan and Megan Campbell in Matt Beard’s guide to his squad.
More recognition for Staunton and O'Dwyer as Irish duo nominated for AFLW MVP
Bríd Stack is also in the running for Most Courageous Player.
Two Irish stars in line for top All-Australian honours
Cora Staunton and Orla O’Dwyer are in the initial 40-strong squad.
Irish disappointment as Chelsea and City reach FA Cup semi-finals, Barrett brilliant in Germany
Super sub Amber Barrett scored two and assisted one as FC Koln all but secured their place in the Frauen-Bundesliga for another year.
Giant ambitions as Eagle soars: the Irish leaders making an impact in Australia
Cora Staunton and Aisling McCarthy are important figures at GWS Giants and West Coast Eagles respectively.
The Irish contingent central to Liverpool's promotion bid and FA Cup dream
Niamh Fahey, Leanne Kiernan, Megan Campbell and S&C coach Colm Smith are having a big influence on Merseyside.
Two new Irish records set on World Indoor Tour
Georgie Hartigan and Sarah Healy had a day to remember in Birmingham.
Leona Maguire and Séamus Power shoot up world rankings after weekend exploits
Maguire hits a career-high of 20th following her maiden LPGA Tour win.
Brilliant Coscoran wins World Indoor Tour mile in New York, with McCann third
‘We’re back, baby!’