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# Flying the flag

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Ireland captain and Arsenal star McCabe named WSL Player of the Month for October
Katie McCabe has been in stellar form of late.
'A phenomenal athlete' - Irish teen Slevin finishes 19th at World Gymnastics Championships
The Galway native made history earlier this week in Japan.
Kiernan continues Liverpool goal-scoring form, Connolly downs Birmingham's Irish Seven
There were two Irish scorers on a busy night of Continental Cup action.
'Representing Ireland in Europe is a huge honour' - Champions League adventure begins
Peamount United face Serbian champions Spartak Subotica in tomorrow’s Qualifying Round.
McIlroy relieved just to make the cut at the Open, Lowry in contenion after stunning 65
‘I’m just trying to play my own game and not even look at the board,’ says McIlroy.
Fremantle show faith in Leitrim star with new deal despite two injury-ravaged seasons
Áine Tighe will look to make her AFLW debut next season after a nightmare run of knee injuries.
Ireland's Aine Donegan eliminates leading qualifier to reach last 32 of Amateur Championship
The Lahinch golfer led the charge on a good day for the Irish contingent.
Tipp's Premiership champion O'Dwyer among Irish stars returning to AFLW next season
Dublin duo Sinéad Goldrick and Lauren Magee will also head back to Melbourne.
Ireland duo impress at World Cup as Coyle finishes fifth and Brassil edges closer to Olympic qualification
‘I’m absolutely delighted with a fifth place in the World Cup final,’ Coyle said. ‘It’s a competition that replicates the Olympics so I’m delighted I’m coming into form.’
Ireland Women's 4x200m team take second with stunning national record in World Relays final
And having qualified for the Olympics yesterday, Ireland’s mixed 4x400m team finished seventh in their final.
Irish heptathlete O'Connor 'so excited for what's next' after stunning second and national record in Italy
The 20-year-old’s first heptathlon in two years was one to remember.
The Irish stars and clubs to watch as the 2021 AFLW finals kick off tomorrow
With nine players involved across the six teams remaining, we’re guaranteed another Irish Premiership winner.
'This is our first Olympics so there's still an element that other countries will think of us as underdogs'
Chloe Watkins and the Irish women’s hockey team are aiming for another memorable summer.
Huge performances from 'first-class' McCabe and 'magnificent' Moloney bode well for Ireland
Louise Quinn was also on the scoresheet in Italy over the weekend.
'The best way to make us achieve and to bring home medals is for people to get behind us'
Tokyo-targeting Colin Judge and Martin Gordon hope Paralympics Ireland’s fundraiser helps them – and others – to The Next Level.
Two good wins for Irish trainers as Vanillier triumphs in Albert Bartlett
Beforehand, Belfast Banter sprung a 33-1 surprise in the McCoy Contractors County Handicap Hurdle.
'We’re really happy to have the Irish girls. They just play sport how it’s meant to be played'
Aisling McCarthy and Niamh and Grace Kelly starred for West Coast Eagles in their big win yesterday.
In-form Irish duo Lavin and Tobin clock huge PBs to advance at European Indoors
Nadia Power, Mark English, Cian McPhillips and Phil Healy are all in action in the business end of their respective events this evening.
Power's stunning form continues on successful day for Irish women's middle-distance running
The Dubliner produced another impressive 800m win in Belgium, while Síofra Cléirigh Büttner ran a big 1500m in Boston.
'Awesome!' - Darren Clarke wins second straight PGA Tour Champions title
The 2011 Open champion won again in Hualalai.
Bennett becomes first Irishman in 31 years to wear green jersey at Tour de France
The Deceuninck–Quick-Step rider had a third-place finish, with Wout van Aert claiming Stage 5.
Big milestone ahead as Zach Tuohy set to go second on AFL appearance list for Irish players
The Laois star and Kerry’s Mark O’Connor are in line for a big clash with Geelong.
Irish trio set to lead West Coast's line as Mayo Sister Act sign contract extensions
Grace and Niamh Kelly will return to the Eagles after impressing in their debut season.
No joy for the Irish in Germany as Donegal striker Barrett sees red on Bundesliga restart
The focus switches to Claire O’Riordan and her MSV Duisburg side today.
'The attitude they showed coming back in was the most pleasing of all' - Cullen hails Leinster's Ireland crew
Leinster’s returning international quintet played their part in securing another win for the province at the RDS on Saturday.
More winning debuts, goals and county teammates going head-to-head on AFLW opening weekend
Tipperary star Aisling McCarthy led the Irish contingent Down Under.
Irish duo Meadow and Maguire on the hunt in Oz as McDowell the pick of the bunch at Pebble Beach
The pair are both in the top 20 at the Vic Open as part of the LGPA tour.
Joy for Irish duo as Arsenal beat City to book League Cup final date with Chelsea
Katie McCabe played the full game for the Gunners.
Kay bags bronze for Ireland at Track Cycling World Cup in Canada
A strong showing from Team Ireland across the pond.
'As hard as it is, you just embrace it' - A Kerryman's solo cycle home from New Zealand
Tomás Mac an t-Saoir has already conquered Africa and America. His attention now turns to the rest of the world.
Over €1.85 million in funding announced to promote Irish artists abroad in more than 40 countries
The funding will help put Irish talent on ‘the world’s finest stages’ in the coming months.
Dream debut for Cork 20-year-old as Teehan stuns Smith at Ally Pally
The Irish youngster made his World Darts Championship bow one to remember, while Fermanagh’s Brendan Dolan also prevailed.
Ireland captain helps champions Arsenal stay top of the league for Christmas
A look back on today’s Women’s Super League action.
Brilliant bronze for Shane Ryan ensures Ireland's big week at Europeans ends on a high
Ryan bagged bronze in the 50m backstroke at the European Short Course Swimming Championships in Glasgow.
European bronze for McSharry as Sligo 19-year-old clocks new Irish senior record
The teen sensation rounded off a successful day for Team Ireland in Glasgow.
Ireland international trials with West Ham on busy day of representation across the water
Meanwhile, Girls in Green goalkeeper Grace Moloney hit the 150 mark at Reading.
Champions League joy for Irish trio as Arsenal and Glasgow march into quarter-finals
Louise Quinn and Katie McCabe’s Gunners and Clare Shine’s Glasgow City reached the last eight tonight.
18 Irish players ready to go as 2020 AFLW season set in stone following ugly dispute
All has been resolved with fixtures in place for next year.
'The dream has always been to get onto the LPGA. If a girl from Cavan can do it, then anybody can'
Leona Maguire is primed for the world’s biggest stage in 2020 after her remarkable rise to the top.
Back-to-back champion Sanita Puspure one of five Irish up for prestigious World Rowing Awards
New crew of Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy and fellow Corkman Ronan Byrne are also nominated.