I WONDER if the powers that rushed to condemn Nemo Rangers for facilitating the Irish rugby team during the cold snap, are getting some sense.

THE accidental and sudden death of Leitrim inter-county footballer, Philly McGuinness sent shock waves through the GAA community.

I HAD planned to leave Brussels on Thursday and head for Newcastle, after a few meetings around Dublin, for the great gathering of GAA administrators, aka Annual Congress, in the lovely Slieve Donard Hotel in Down.

I WENT to the funeral of Peadar O’Brien last weekend in Dublin.

I HAD a day of mixed of emotions on Saturday at Croke Park where Clonakilty captured the All-Ireland Vocational Schools title, while St Brendan’s were well beaten in the College’s decider.

ANNUAL Congress takes place this weekend in Newcastle, Co Down.

THE world changes continuously and we must change with it or be left behind. That sums up Saturday’s announcement of the official recognition of the GPA of the GAA.

LAST weekend was a busy one in Croke Park.

PEOPLE who live abroad and give so much of their time to promote our games, appreciate any recognition they get.

MANY people will have noted that this year’s All-Ireland winning hurling captain, Michael Fennelly, wasn’t on the first 15 for the decider with Tipperary.