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'You know when you have a fire in your belly, you just have to do it. It’s my calling'
Cork’s Orlagh Farmer on the importance of keeping girls in sport, her PhD research and online skills sessions.
# ladies-football - Thursday 26 March, 2020
'On Sunday I took a turn for the worse and became unwell' - Dublin player reveals positive Covid-19 test
Dublin’s Siobhán Killeen has urged people to abide by expert advice after testing positive for Covid-19.
# ladies-football - Tuesday 24 March, 2020
2020 Ladies National Football Leagues cancelled - and will not be completed
The LGFA confirmed the news amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
# ladies-football - Saturday 21 March, 2020
'It is kind of surreal, sometimes you think you are dreaming. Then you realise it’s real life'
Galway star and medical professional Tracey Leonard is on the frontline in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.
# ladies-football - Friday 20 March, 2020
More Irish players heading home but six to feature this weekend in AFLW Final Series
Stars from Mayo, Tipperary, Cavan and Louth are set to line out in Oz.
# ladies-football - Thursday 19 March, 2020
Dublin All-Ireland winning duo head home from AFLW amidst Covid-19 crisis
Sinead Goldrick and Niamh McEvoy are heading home to Ireland.
# ladies-football - Sunday 15 March, 2020
'It's very discouraging. If you want to play two sports, that door should always be open'
Cork dual star Hannah Looney talks being disheartened by Congress, and the importance of role models in women’s sport.
# ladies-football - Thursday 12 March, 2020
GAA announce suspension on all activities until 29 March
The 32-county directive ‘is to include all games, training and team gatherings at all ages.’
# ladies-football - Wednesday 11 March, 2020
Mayo crisis deepens with 11 of 12 executive members gone, EGM granted for next week
An email circulated to all clubs yesterday confirmed 10 resignations.
# ladies-football - Tuesday 10 March, 2020
Crisis for Mayo Ladies as 10 executive members step down from county board - report
An email has been circulated to all clubs saying the departed members have requested an “emergency general meeting.”
# ladies-football - Saturday 7 March, 2020
LGFA Congress pass innovative two-point rule for placed 45s
Meanwhile, a motion to support players with dual status was rejected.
'You feel sometimes that there is this overwhelming burden on you to do well'
Donegal’s Emer Gallagher on dealing with the pressure of inter-county football from a young age, and the LGFA’s One Good Club campaign.
# ladies-football - Friday 6 March, 2020
Two points for a '45, and supporting dual players - key congress motions for Ladies football
There will also be a vote on who will become the next LGFA president.
# ladies-football - Sunday 1 March, 2020
Finn points the way as Cork make it four from four and remain on course for league final
The Rebels beat Mayo to stay top of the Division 1 table.
# ladies-football - Thursday 27 February, 2020
From 'arch-rivals on the field' to exciting management duo - the double act leading the Kerry resurgence
Darragh Long and Declan Quill are leading the Kingdom’s ladies footballers for 2020.
# ladies-football - Sunday 23 February, 2020
Four-goal Galway beat the Dubs in repeat of All-Ireland final
Westmeath won their first game since last April, while Waterford and Tipperary shared the spoils.
# ladies-football - Thursday 20 February, 2020
'It made me realise that I really did miss it and really do appreciate it' - Dublin All-Star on Canadian adventure
Leah Caffrey is happy to be back in the Dublin fold after a year out.
# ladies-football - Monday 17 February, 2020
Four-time All-Ireland winner says hooter system has flaws too
Ladies football has long used the system that many feel would address the timekeeping issues in the men’s game.
# ladies-football - Sunday 16 February, 2020
Kearns the All-Star turn as Mayo get the better of Storm Dennis and Waterford to bag crucial win
Peter Leahy’s side’s second victory of the campaign lifts them to joint second in the table.
More Moloney magic inspires Tipperary to vital league victory over stubborn Westmeath
2019 Intermediate Player of the Year Aishling Moloney hit 0-10 of the Premier’s 0-11 tally.
# ladies-football - Tuesday 11 February, 2020
Cork's perfect start to the league and win over arch-rivals bodes well for the year ahead
So far, so good for the Rebels.
# ladies-football - Sunday 9 February, 2020
Tracey Leonard stars with 3-4 tally as Galway make it back-to-back wins
The beaten 2019 Division 1 and All-Ireland finalists maintained their composure in the blustery surroundings.
# ladies-football - Saturday 8 February, 2020
'I had Joshua when I was 22. For a lot of girls, that could have ended their sporting career'
Donegal and Western Bulldogs star Katy Herron is set to make her AFLW debut tomorrow. Here, she reflects on her journey both on and off the field.
Cork hold on for huge win over arch-rivals Dublin to strengthen grip atop league table
Orla Finn top-scored in difficult conditions as the Rebels won by the minimum at Croke Park.
# ladies-football - Friday 7 February, 2020
Dublin All-Ireland winner set to open 17th campaign in Croke Park showdown against Cork
The latest chapter in the storied rivalry opens tomorrow.
# ladies-football - Thursday 6 February, 2020
15 Irish stars selected for round one in Oz - with 10 in line for AFLW debuts
Dublin star Sinéad Goldrick is one of many set to make their debut as the 2020 season kicks off.
# ladies-football - Wednesday 5 February, 2020
'Two seasons' in 2020, learning from past hurt and welcoming back 'massive leaders' for championship
Donegal defender Emer Gallagher believes the ‘hurt’ of 2019 will stand to the three-in-a-row Ulster champions this year.
# ladies-football - Sunday 2 February, 2020
Leonard hat-trick helps Galway ease past Westmeath
The Tribeswomen struck five goals in Mullingar.
O’Sullivan nets a brace as champions Cork prove too strong for Tipperary
Ephie Fitzgerald’s side continued their perfect start to the campaign with an impressive performance in Clonmel.
# ladies-football - Saturday 1 February, 2020
'I don't think anything compares to it' - the former Tipp captain who's now a world bodybuilding champion
Leanne Barrett reflects on her journey and delves into the unique world of bodybuilding.
# ladies-football - Friday 31 January, 2020
'That's something that needs to change' - Women need to support women in sport, says Tipp star
Aishling Moloney has called on parents – and counties – to encourage younger girls more, and in turn, grow the game of ladies football.
# ladies-football - Saturday 25 January, 2020
Cork make winning start to League campaign in historic first game at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
The meeting with Westmeath marked the first time the Cork senior ladies played a competitive game at the Páirc.
Poll: Who do you think will win this year’s Division 1 ladies football league title?
Cork are reigning champions.
# ladies-football - Friday 24 January, 2020
'Telling players they have to choose isn't fair' - Aussie Rules agent hits back at Mayo ladies boss' comments
12 of the 18 Irishwomen preparing for AFLW action are managed by CrossCoders – and its co-founder Jason Hill has responded to Peter Leahy’s claims.
# ladies-football - Thursday 23 January, 2020
All-Star defender and All-Ireland winning club captain return to Cork set-up ahead of Páirc Uí Chaoimh clash
Ephie Fitzgerald has named his first matchday panel of 2020.
# ladies-football - Wednesday 22 January, 2020
'For it to go again, it was devastating. I've been through every emotion possible'
It’s been a whirlwind period of highs and lows for Galway star Nicola Ward, whose twin sister Louise will captain the Tribe in 2020.
AFLW has 'potential to damage' ladies football and players should have to pick one or the other - Mayo boss
Dublin manager Mick Bohan also said he has ‘mixed feelings’ towards the league 18 Irishwomen will play in this spring.
# ladies-football - Tuesday 21 January, 2020
Two-time All-Star defender and 2017 All-Ireland hero return for Dublin ahead of new season
Leah Caffrey and Sarah McCaffrey are among five familiar faces who have returned to Mick Bohan’s set-up.
# ladies-football - Saturday 11 January, 2020
'My heart will always want to play and that's the problem' - Reflecting on a rollercoaster 19-season career
Waterford great Michelle Ryan called time on her Déise duty this week – but would love nothing more than to be starting out again.
# ladies-football - Wednesday 8 January, 2020
11-time All-Ireland champions Cork to play in Páirc Uí Chaoimh for the first time
The main county grounds will play host to an historic double-header after plans fell through last year.
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WELL, IT’S BEEN a week of blue skies across the country, with little rain in sight.
While it’s forecast to be colder over the weekend than in recent days, conditions, for the most part, are due to remain dry and sunny.
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