Columns - Irish Examiner

Donal O'Grady

Clare must not starve their hungry hitman again

Today’s game is all about the opposing full-back and full-forward units, writes Donal O’Grady.

Sat, 22 Jul, 2017

Cork had to think their way to Munster glory

Cork manager Kieran Kingston must be very pleased with this Munster Championship win. The final was a different game to the earlier wins by the Rebels.

Tue, 11 Jul, 2017

Blessed are Cork and Clare's linebreakers in Munster final

Tomorrow’s encounter with the Banner will be a horse of a different colour to the previous two outings and will be the Rebels’ toughest game to date, writes Donal O’Grady.

Sat, 08 Jul, 2017

Cork energy serves culture shock to McGrath’s Déise

The concern in Cork prior to Sunday’s game was that Waterford, unlike Tipp, would adopt a tough, tight approach, cutting down Rebel space up front, strangling the game.

Tue, 20 Jun, 2017

Waterford will look to steer Cork into heavy traffic

Cork need to bring this game down to individual one-on-one battles up front and attempt to undermine the Déise defensive system through long-range scores and by direct running at the heart of the defence, writes Donal O’Grady.

Sun, 18 Jun, 2017

Kilkenny can pack midfield to bypass Wexford’s sweeper system

Wexford may not be favourites, but after their successful league campaign and with a home fixture the level of expectation brings its own pressure. Sometimes, this can overwhelm individuals, leading to simple mistakes, writes Donal O’Grady.

Sat, 10 Jun, 2017

Hurling proposals fix the one thing that wasn’t broken

The new hurling proposals focus almost entirely on the provincial championships. Why is this? asks Donal O’Grady.

Thu, 08 Jun, 2017

Clare’s ideal world: In a final with much to work on

Reviewing this game, Clare will have concerns. Donal O’Grady breaks down the areas they need to work on.

Tue, 06 Jun, 2017

Galway won’t replicate Tipperary showing, but winning ugly will do until September

The provincial championship in Leinster presents what is essentially a three-horse race this summer, writes Donal O’Grady.

Thu, 25 May, 2017

Proud Kingston won the tactical battle

Kieran Kingston mentioned on these pages last week the Cork management wanted a performance that would make them proud. After 20 minutes in Semple Stadium on Sunday, that had been achieved.

Tue, 23 May, 2017