# Hoop Dreams

This year

2023

# Scottish scene

Celtic march on and retain nine-point lead with dominant win over Livingston

Meanwhile, Rangers eased past Hearts.

3.0k

Feb 1st 2023, 10:12 PM

Last year

2022

# Hoop Dreams

A very different Shamrock Rovers - 'I didn't have holidays to play Europa League'

A little over a decade on from the club’s ground-breaking European campaign, those at the heart of it explain how much things have changed for the Class of 2022.

20.0k

Sep 7th 2022, 8:00 AM

# Hoop Dreams

Harry Kewell: Decision to accept Celtic coaching role was a ‘no-brainer’

Kewell has been added to Ange Postecoglou’s coaching staff.

8.3k

Jun 23rd 2022, 6:56 PM

# Hoop Dreams

'Huge news for basketball in Ireland' - All National League games to be live-streamed

Basketball Ireland has agreed a five-year deal with Joymo.

3.4k

May 5th 2022, 5:59 PM

All time

# NBA

Durant guides red-hot Nets past Raptors, reigning champions Bucks hit road in tailspin

‘When he’s at that level, he makes us go’ – KD ever-inspiring for the Brooklyn nets.

1.7k

Nov 8th 2021, 9:32 AM

# Hoop Dreams

Ange Postecoglou hails ‘great pedigree’ of Bayer Leverkusen before Celtic clash

The Bundesliga outfit are favourites to pick up their second Europa League Group G victory in Glasgow.

2.1k

Sep 30th 2021, 8:13 AM

# no bantry blues

Emily Ratajkowski sponsors local underage basketball team in Cork

‘It’s funny to see all the reaction and tweets, people think it’s gas. But they’re just normal people when it comes to Bantry.’

54.8k

Jul 21st 2021, 9:04 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Harlem Globetrotters want to join NBA as expansion franchise

There is speculation the NBA is considering adding a 31st team to the league.

10.5k

Jun 22nd 2021, 9:22 PM

# NBA Playoffs

Brooklyn Nets close in on series win as Big Three breeze past Boston, fan arrested for throwing water bottle

Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden combined for 104 points.

3.2k

May 31st 2021, 8:08 AM

# Hoop Dreams

‘Bitterly disappointed’ Neil Lennon insists Celtic won’t give up title fight

Lennon felt his side dominated against Rangers.

7.5k

Jan 2nd 2021, 5:12 PM

# Hoop Dreams

'A real coup': Shane Duffy joins Celtic on a season-long loan

‘Huge honour’ as Ireland defender moves from Brighton for the 2020/21 season.

13.7k

Sep 2nd 2020, 9:26 AM

# Swish

Quiz: How well do you remember 90s NBA?

Take a trip down memory lane as we test your knowledge.

12.0k

May 19th 2020, 6:30 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Real Madrid in the NBA? Florentino Perez asks for Eastern Conference spot

Real Madrid’s basketball team have dominated the sport in Europe in recent years.

12.0k

Sep 12th 2019, 9:45 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Ireland U20s stun Croatia to reach FIBA European Championship semi-final

The Ireland women’s team will take on Bulgaria in Saturday’s semi-final showdown.

5.8k

Aug 9th 2019, 9:32 AM

# Hoop Dreams

'There were a few clubs interested, but I knew this was the club for me' - Irish midfielder on Celtic move

Luca Connell is hoping to make his debut for the Glasgow giants at Parkhead tomorrow.

9.4k

Jul 12th 2019, 2:20 PM

# Hoop Dreams

'Little bit of extra needle' won't distract revitalised Rovers from top-of-the-table Dundalk task

‘We’ve got to stand up and really show our worth, show we believe we can challenge for this title,’ says Hoops captain Ronan Finn.

4.0k

Jun 27th 2019, 7:36 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Irish winger Shodipo rewarded with contract extension at QPR

The injury-hampered Ireland U21 international recently returned for QPR after a two-year absence.

4.5k

May 2nd 2019, 1:44 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Irish defender lands Celtic's 2018/19 Player of the Year award

Dubliner Keeva Keenan was rewarded for her excellent form last night.

5.2k

Apr 29th 2019, 9:39 AM

# Hoop Dreams

Superb Shamrock Rovers open up 10-point lead with first win in Cork since 2013

Stephen Bradley’s side reaffirmed their title credentials with a long-overdue away victory over Cork City.

8.0k

Apr 5th 2019, 9:57 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Shamrock Rovers open up a lead at the top as McEneff settles South Dublin derby

The midfielder scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot to see off St Patrick’s Athletic.

5.3k

Mar 8th 2019, 10:21 PM

# Hoop Dreams

From chasing basketball dream in New York to stunning debut against All-Ireland champions in Clones

Former Ireland U20s basketball star Stephen O’Hanlon scored a goal against Dublin on his first appearance for Monaghan last Sunday.

13.1k

Feb 3rd 2019, 9:00 AM

# New Challenge

'There'd be games where I'd be telling her to eff off... it's not anything malicious, it's just our passion'

Gráinne Dywer has linked up with her assistant coach-player sister Niamh as Fr Mathews chase Cup history.

28.5k

Jan 11th 2019, 3:02 PM

# nba wrap

Late drama as Raptors and Nuggets scrape wins while Thompson-inspired Warriors cruise

A look back on last night’s NBA action.

2.3k

Jan 9th 2019, 9:24 AM

# Hoop Dreams

LeBron makes more NBA history as he moves into fifth on all-time scoring list

It was a good night for the Los Angeles Lakers star.

4.0k

Nov 15th 2018, 8:58 AM

# Hoop Dreams

'Coach told me, 'You'll be playing with Kieran Donaghy. He's the LeBron James of Gaelic football''

American Trae Pemberton had two enjoyable years playing basketball alongside Donaghy with Tralee Warriors.

32.4k

Sep 12th 2018, 8:59 PM

# teenage dream

Done deal? 16-year-old Hoops keeper joins Manchester City on €400k deal - report

Gavin Bazunu is set to make the move after sitting his Leaving Cert.

10.9k

Aug 21st 2018, 5:16 PM

# Cup treble

Hoop dreams! DCU deny Glanmire five-in-a-row and land elusive National Cup title

The thrilling final finished 72-71.

4.1k

Jan 28th 2018, 8:38 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Templeogue seal a memorable double after pulsating National Cup final in Tallaght

There was late drama but Templeogue held on to get the better of their south Dublin rivals UCD Marian.

6.4k

Jan 27th 2018, 10:39 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Lorcan Murphy's highlight reel dunks worth much more than two points to Irish basketball

The Templeogue star has gone viral on several occasions for his athletic prowess.

5.2k

Jan 26th 2018, 8:55 AM

# Hoops dreams

Ireland defender Keenan makes the move across Glasgow to join Celtic for 2018

‘I was looking for a change for the new season and as a Celtic supporter, I’m thrilled to be joining the club.’

5.9k

Jan 3rd 2018, 4:11 PM

# writing history

'It was an indescribable experience. Still now, when you think about it you get goosebumps'

Sorcha Tiernan on an historic summer of basketball for the Ireland U18s, Leaving Cert year and balancing it all on and off the court.

16.6k

Dec 24th 2017, 12:00 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Shamrock Rovers boost European hopes with win in Limerick

Dave McAllister and Ronan Finn bagged the goals on a night that was comfortable for Stephen Bradley’s troops.

4.9k

Aug 15th 2017, 10:10 PM

# Hoop Dreams

The fairytale continues! Ireland make history by booking place in European Championship final

It was another memorable night at the National Basketball Arena as Ireland’s golden girls beat Poland.

12.9k

Aug 12th 2017, 8:45 PM

# Hoop Dreams

History makers: Ireland U18 Women storm into FIBA European Championships semi-final

The U18 women’s team is the first underage Irish basketball team in history to reach the European semis.

8.9k

Aug 11th 2017, 8:51 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Superb brace from ex-Villa youngster keeps Shamrock Rovers' Europa League hopes alive

Graham Burke claimed two goals amid late drama at Tallaght Stadium.

11.1k

Jul 13th 2017, 10:13 PM

# Hoop Dreams

Shamrock Rovers show class to qualify for Europa League second round

Graham Burke’s excellent first half strike capped off an assured performance from Stephen Bradley’s side.

8.9k

Jul 6th 2017, 9:55 PM

# Unstoppable

The joy of six: After a superb campaign under Brendan Rodgers, Celtic are Scottish champions

With eight games left, the Bhoys can’t be caught after an incredible unbeaten run.

7.6k

Apr 2nd 2017, 5:45 PM

# Hoop Dreams

'That’s the first time I've seen Tallaght like that in 4 or 5 years'

Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley knows they will need more results like last night’s in order to bring in large attendances every week.

8.1k

Mar 4th 2017, 7:30 AM

# Hoop Dreams

Brendan Rodgers believes Celtic could be a top-four club in England

Rodgers says Celtic would be an “exciting prospect” south of the border, but he says teams in England see them as a threat.

6.6k

Sep 30th 2016, 6:30 AM

# Hoop Dreams

Former Irish international's late free-kick leaves Rovers in the driving seat for Europe

The Hoops came from 2-0 down away to Derry City tonight.

5.5k

Sep 27th 2016, 10:59 PM