In this episode, we have another football preview for you, this time with Ryan Devlin and Luke Kelly from the Saffron Voice to look ahead to Matchday 4 of the League. We discuss: -Tyrone and Donegal facing off -Dublin's crucial trip to Kildare -Mayo and Armagh facing off in the Hyde -the relegation and promotion battle in Division 2 -and much more Use the code STATSMAN11 at checkout to get 11% off on the FortuneFavours.ie website. Follow the Saffron Voice Podcast here: Spotify...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In this episode, I chat to GAA fanatic and Westmeath man Conor McKenna about this weekends' Allianz Football League action. Discussed in the preview: -Can Dublin end their losing streak against rivals Mayo? -Armagh aim to keep their amazing start going as they play Monaghan -Kerry play Donegal in Tralee -Tyrone welcomes Kildare to Omagh -and much more Use the code STATSMAN11 at checkout to get 11% off on the FortuneFavours.ie website....
Feb 18, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this episode, GAA Editz creator Gearoid Howley and I discuss the upcoming hurling action this weekend. It includes: -Dublin going up to Corrigan Park -Limerick aim to win their first league game as they play Galway -Can Wexford build on a fantastic result last weekend when they play Clare -Tipperary and Kilkenny continue their rivalry -Club Final Previews -and much more FortuneFavours.ie : Use the code STATSMAN11 to get 11% off their products. Follow GAA Editz: @GaaEditz...
Feb 11, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Following on from episode 46, Aaron and I concentrate on this weekends hurling action. The preview includes: -Can Cork start with a bang against Clare? -Tough start for Darragh Egan as Wexford take on Limerick -2 Kilkenny greats face off in Salthill -Colm Bonner begins his Tipp tenure -Can Dublin continue their good run by beating Waterford? -and much more FortuneFavours.ie : Use the code 'STATSMAN11' to get 11% off on their website. Follow GAA Fan TV here: YouTube...
Feb 04, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In this episode, we preview another week of Allianz Football League action with GAA Fan TV host Aaron Maher. Included is: -Kerry-Dublin face off in Tralee -Can Armagh follow up on last week's exploits when they play Tyrone? -Monaghan v Mayo -Donegal v Kildare -Is the Division 2 gap between the top and bottom half going to get wider? -Division 3 and 4 games -and much more FortuneFavours.ie : If you use the code 'STATSMAN11' at checkout, you can get 11% off their products. Follow GAA Fan TV here: ...
Feb 03, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In this episode, we look ahead to the first weekend of the Allianz Football League 2022. Joining me is The Sideline View host and Roscommon man Darragh O'Connor to preview the games. -Can Roscommon or Cork get their first win of the campaign in Division 2? -Saturday Night Lights as Armagh come to the Capital -Jack O'Connor return to Newbridge -First Tyrone outing for the new season -The Division 2 dogfight -and much more FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off at checkout) Side...
Jan 27, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In this episode, I chat with former Louth and current Naomh Mairtin Footballer JP Rooney. Discussed in the interview is: -His early career -Louth's 2010 campaign -THAT Joe Sheridan incident -The years after the incident -Peter Fitzpatrick -Louth under Mickey Harte -His club Naomh Mairtin -and much more FortuneFavours.ie: Don't forget to use the code STATSMAN10 on the website to get 10% off at checkout.
Jan 08, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In this episode, I chat to former Monaghan and current Carrickmacross Emmetts Footballer Stephen Gollogly who also runs the company GAA Tactics Board. We'll talk about his career for Monaghan, THAT clash with Mark McHugh in 2013, Ulster wins in 2013 and 2015, his brand new product, family life and much more. FortuneFavours.ie (Don't forget to use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off at checkout) gaatacticsboard.com (Stephen's website)
Dec 30, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In this episode, I chat to Cork Camogie Player Saoirse McCarthy. We chat about her career to date, the development of Camogie, moving from corner-forward to wing-back, Paudie Murray, Matthew Twomey, Davy Fitzgerald, her club Courcey Rovers and much more. FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off their products)
Dec 04, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In this episode, I chat to former Inter-County Hurling Referee Brian Gavin about his career. We will talk about getting into referring, his 4 All Ireland Senior Finals, 'that' Tommy Walsh incident, his role with Clara GAA Club and much more. FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order on home gym equipment)
Nov 19, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this episode, Seamus Brady and Luke Peyton (both from the Play on GAA Podcast) join me in discussing the main talking points coming out of GAA Congress 2021. Was Congress right to reject Proposal B or was there a better solution that wasn't even looked at? We delve into this deeply in this episode. Play On GAA - YouTube FortuneFavours.ie (Use the discount code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order)...
Oct 29, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In this episode, I chat to former Mayo and Sligo Footballer Alan Costello about his career. We'll talk about his Sigerson Cup exploits with IT Sligo, playing for Mayo, his county transfer to Sligo, his clubs Balla and Coolera/Strandhill, and more. The much-talked-about 'Proposal B' will also be discussed by Alan in this episode. FortuneFavours.ie (Use the Code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order at checkout)
Oct 22, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In this episode, I chat to Cillian Donaghy and Nathan O'Sullivan from the Tipperary Sports Page Podcast to discuss the current affairs in Tipperary Hurling. We will discuss Liam Sheedy's departure, Colm Bonner's appointment, the Tipperary SHC Quarter Finals at the weekend and much more. Tipperary Sports Page: tipperary Sports Page (@tipperary_sports_page_) • Instagram photos and videos FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order at checkout)...
Oct 15, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 38
In this episode, I chat to Kerry Franchise owner Daniel O'Connell to discuss all the goings-on at Kerry Football at the moment, from Peter Keane's departure to Jack O'Connor's reappointment. We will also delve into the new GAA Championship Structure Proposals for this month's Congress. Kerry Franchise (@kerry_franchise_) • Instagram photos and videos FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order at checkout)
Oct 08, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode, as the Cork Footballers' search for a new manager continues, I invite former players Michael 'Haulie' O'Sullivan, Paddy O'Shea and Paul Kerrigan to discuss where it's gone wrong for the Rebels over the last few years and what could be improved for the future. FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order at checkout)
Sep 25, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 36
In this episode, I'm joined by former Cork and Dublin Camogie player Sarah O'Donovan to preview the Camogie Final between Cork and Galway this Sunday. We chat about, both sides' run to the Final, key matchups, the Orla Cronin incident, Galway experience and much more. FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off their products)
Sep 10, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this episode, I'm joined by Third Man Tackle Creator Oisin Magee to preview the All Ireland Football Final between Mayo and Tyrone. We talk about the championship in general, delve in on both sides' journeys to the final, stats, possible injury returns, team lineups and much more. Third Man Tackle - YouTube FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off their products)
Sep 09, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In this episode, I welcome Off the Ball Journalist Aisling O'Reilly to preview the Ladies Football Final between her own county Meath and the all-conquering Dublin. We talk about the Meath fairytale story, how they can beat Dublin, and whether Dublin is the greatest LGFA side of all time. Aisling O'Reilly (@ashoreilly) / Twitter FortuneFavours.ie (Get 10% off any order by using the discount code STATSMAN10 at the checkout)...
Sep 01, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 33
As the All Ireland Hurling Final of 2021 approaches, I welcome former Limerick manager TJ Ryan to preview Sunday's big match. We discuss team selection, key matchups, previous meetings between the two sides and much more. FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order)
Aug 19, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode, I and GAA Zone editor Patrick Sharkey talk about this weekend's games (included is a preview of Kerry v Tyrone, which is now set for the following weekend). We talk about Mayo's clash with Dublin in both men's and women's, Cork v Meath in LGFA and the U20 Final between Roscommon and Offaly. GAA Zone: Use the code STATSMAN10 at FortuneFavours.ie to get 10% off your order.
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode, myself and GAA Editz creator Gearoid Howley run through the Hurling season so far and look forward to the Semi-Finals this weekend as Limerick take on Waterford and Kilkenny and Cork do battle. GAA Editz: GAA EDITZ (@gaaeditz) • Instagram photos and videos FortuneFavours.ie (Use the code STATSMAN10 to get 10% off your order on their website)
Aug 05, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode, I'm joined by Tackling Sport Presenter Daniel Hussey to preview the weekend's action. There are 2 Hurling Quarter Finals on Saturday, with Tipperary facing Waterford while Cork battle it out with Dublin. In Football, there are two more Provincial Finals up for decision as Tyrone come up against Monaghan in Ulster and Dublin aim to win another Leinster title with Kildare standing in their way. Tackling Sport - YouTube FortuneFavours.ie (Use the discount code STATSMAN10 to get 10%...
Jul 28, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode, the Premier View Podcast Host Mike McCarthy previews the Munster Hurling Final between his own county Tipperary and Limerick. We talk about where the game could be won or lost, the key battles and his general predictions for the match. Mike also touches on the Tipperary Kerry football game last week, where Tipp's season came to an end. Premier View Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ikKO8SbX3AnJXVObQzDV4?si=TV9EbZ4jRKSfyWm2MErzVw&dl_branch=1 FortuneFavours.ie (Use the c...
Jul 15, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode, I chat with Waterford Legend and TG4 LGFA Analyst Michelle Ryan. We preview the Division 1 (Dublin v Cork) and Division 2 (Kerry v Meath) Finals happening on Saturday. We'll also chat about the development of Ladies Football over the last few years. FortuneFavours.ie (Sponsor)
Jun 25, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode, I am really looking forward to a chat with Gorta47 Apparel founder and Mayo GAA Banter co-founder Pól Seoige, currently in the Eastern standard time zone. Pól has travelled all over the globe. We discuss his wide ranging roles in playing, coaching and promoting Gaelic Games in Moscow, New York and Toronto. We'll also look at Mayo's chances of earning the Sam Maguire Cup this year and his opinions on the current state of the organization of Gaelic Games. Gorta47: https://instagra...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, I chat to Loaf of Bread Podcast Host Jason Keelan to preview the Division 2 Relegation Play-Off this weekend between Cork and Westmeath. Loaf of Bread Podcast: Spotify – Loaf of Bread GAA | Podcast on Spotify FortuneFavours.ie (Podcast Sponsor): Fortune Favours Intro & Outro Song: Lensko-Circles
Jun 11, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In today's episode, I invite GAA Fan TV Creator Aaron Maher to preview the National Football League so far in 2021 from Divisions 1-4. We'll also go through my Team of the League at the end of the discussion. GAA Fan TV: GAA Fan TV - YouTube FortuneFavours (Podcast Sponsor): Fortune Favours Intro & Outro Song: Lensko-Circles
Jun 04, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, I chat to GAA Fitness Coach Gary O'Daly where we talk about how he started his Instagram account (@gaz_gaelic_guide), his experience of playing minor for Roscommon, his time playing for the TG4 Underdogs in 2018, general advice on how to deal with or avoid injuries, and his predictions for the All-Ireland Football Championship 2021. Gary's Instagram: Gary O’Daly | GAA Coach (@gaz_gaelic_guide) • Instagram photos and videos Gary's Website: Calendly - Gary O Daly Intro & Outro...
May 28, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode, I chat to Westmeath and Garrycastle footballer James Dolan. James talks about the Lake County's game v Meath last week, the 2015 game aginst Meath, getting to 2 Leinster Finals in a row, his time in America, the current Westmeath side, manager Jack Cooney, their game v Mayo this weekend, how he feels about the Tier 2 competition put in place for 2022, Dublin's dominance and his time playing for his club Garrycastle. Intro & Outro Song: Lensko-Circles Make sure to give this p...
May 21, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In the first episode of Series 2, I chat to London-based GAA fanatic Harvey Allen, who rose to fame through TikTok, where he has around 15.5k followers. We talk about how he became interested in GAA, why he chose TikTok to express his passion, his thoughts on London's exemption from the All-Ireland Championships this year, his general predictions for Hurling and Football this year and much more. Harvey's TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMepUyHus/ Harvey's Instagram: https://instagram.com/allenharv...
May 14, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 21
