Person: McNaughton

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Sambo McNaughton: 'I’m as Irish as Anthony Daly, I believe that and can’t help that'

Antrim “forgot about the game” such was the hype ahead of the 1989 All-Ireland final, says Terence ‘Sambo’ McNaughton, the All-Star defender who played in that heavy defeat to Tipperary.

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Kerry joy as Antrim goals shatter Offaly

The southwest and northeastern corners of Ireland were united in celebration Sunday afternoon in Bord na Móna O’Connor Park as Antrim struck two goals very deep into stoppage time to salvage an unlikely draw with Offaly in Tullamore.

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Liam Sheedy: 'Antrim hurling a sleeping giant’

Gaelfast, the €1m five-year initiative to bolster the engagement levels with the GAA in Belfast and the county under the stewardship of Paul Donnelly, has already seen foundations laid across all communities in the city.

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‘Sambo’ McNaughton: 'We had security guards when we trained and scout cars ahead of the bus'

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Former Ireland team manager appointed to European board

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St Thomas’ raise a toast to Sherry

Carlow sweat on repercussions of battle with Antrim

Carlow hurlers may be facing an anxious wait to hear if any further sanctions come their way after Saturday’s gruesome Joe McDonagh Cup loss to Antrim.

Tue, 15 May, 2018

Thomond Park return for Glenstal’s class of 1970

Senior Cup final day invariably draws past-pupils together in fierce shows of pride. Today, most of the Glenstal Abbey side of 47 years ago will reconvene at Thomond Park, memories still sharp of the only other occasion the school made a senior final.

Fri, 17 Mar, 2017

Alan Cadogan fires hat-trick for UCC

UCC 5-13 Ulster University 2-4: With an 18-point winning margin, this Fitzgibbon Cup Group D clash might appear to have gone as expected. But it was never a cakewalk for UCC at the Mardyke yesterday.

Wed, 25 Jan, 2017

Shane McNaughton eyes starring role with Cushendall

His surname alone means he’ll always be synonymous with Antrim hurling but Shane McNaughton will shortly gain public recognition for an entirely different skill: his acting ability.

Tue, 01 Mar, 2016

Mayo know change needed to reach final destination

When I look back on my remarkably unsuccessful playing days, I find the whole thing mildly depressing.

Thu, 08 Oct, 2015

McGrath keeps Déise expectations in check

Waterford 4-30 Antrim 0-10

Mon, 16 Mar, 2015

European rugby’s Swiss move drags on

European rugby bosses have confirmed internal wrangling and moving competition headquarters from Dublin to Switzerland could delay the appointment of a figurehead chairman for the revamped continental game by five months.

Tue, 20 Jan, 2015

Former Antrim star says Tipperary could have won All-Ireland

Tipperary would have won last year’s All-Ireland final had the new penalty rule proposal been in place, according to former Antrim star Terence ‘Sambo’ McNaughton.

Wed, 07 Jan, 2015

European rugby waiting on sponsors for new Champions Cup

European rugby chiefs could face a year-long wait to complete the five sponsorship deals for the new-look Champions Cup.

Tue, 07 Oct, 2014

TG4 aims for Champions Cup highlights package

TG4 bosses remain hopeful the station can secure highlights rights to the inaugural European Rugby Champions Cup.

Tue, 07 Oct, 2014

Survey highlights massive resistance to black card in hurling

The GAA’s 2020 hurling committee is unlikely to recommend the introduction of the black card after survey results showed overwhelming resistance to the implementation of a third card.

Wed, 13 Aug, 2014

Cardiff’s ‘fighting chance’

Southampton 0 Cardiff 1

Mon, 14 Apr, 2014

Mata: Something I’ll never forget

Manchester United 2 Cardiff 0

Wed, 29 Jan, 2014

Mata and van Persie start for United

Juan Mata has been handed his first Manchester United start for their Barclays Premier League encounter with Cardiff – and Robin van Persie returned too as David Moyes’ men looked to kick-start their season.

Tue, 28 Jan, 2014

Ton up as City ease past Cardiff

Manchester City 4 Cardiff 2

Sat, 18 Jan, 2014

Antrim U-21 hurlers make history

Antrim 2-15 Wexford 1-16

Sat, 24 Aug, 2013

More to come, says Ryan, just don’t mention Galway

Westmeath 2-13 Antrim 3-18

Mon, 06 May, 2013

Strong finish sees Antrim advance

Antrim 3-18 Westmeath 2-13

Sun, 05 May, 2013

Antrim to stay in Division 1B

Antrim 0-15 Carlow 0-11

Sun, 14 Apr, 2013

Antrim's strong start gives momentum to win

Carlow 0-13 Antrim 3-14, Dr Cullen Park

Sun, 24 Mar, 2013

Antrim claim first Bord na Mona Walsh Shield title

Antrim 2-22 DIT 1-9

Thu, 31 Jan, 2013

Saffrons take Ulster title in style

Antrim 3-18 Derry 0-9

Sun, 08 Jul, 2012

McNaughton: Antrim camp 'was not a happy one'

Antrim hurler Shane McNaughton has revealed the Saffrons were distracted by off-pitch matters in the lead up to their recent Leinster SHC opener against Westmeath.

Thu, 31 May, 2012

Driven Westmeath turn it around

Westmeath staged a passionate and purposeful comeback to win Saturday’s lively Leinster SHC clash at Mullingar.

Mon, 21 May, 2012

Westmeath take unlikely win against Antrim

Westmeath 0-14 Antrim 0-12

Sat, 19 May, 2012

Sam eyes Wembley glory

Sam Allardyce is looking for a repeat performance at Wembley after West Ham reached the npower Championship play-off final yesterday.

Tue, 08 May, 2012

Allen happy as Limerick set up showdown with Banner

Limerick hurlers arrived at Casement Park yesterday seeking a comprehensive victory and a spot in the Division 1A promotion race.

Mon, 02 Apr, 2012

Limerick through to final with win over Saffrons

Antrim 0-17 Limerick 3-22

Sun, 01 Apr, 2012

Laois allow Antrim off the hook

Laois watched a 10-point second half lead disappear at Casement Park as Antrim snatched victory with two injury time points in the Belfast sunshine yesterday.

Mon, 26 Mar, 2012

Antrim safe after defeat of Laois

Antrim 2-18 Laois 2-16

Sun, 25 Mar, 2012

Free-scoring Dooley guides Offaly to victory

Offaly 1-22 Antrim 1-17

Sun, 18 Mar, 2012

Antrim fail to take the spoils in Clare

Clare 0-20 Antrim 0-12

Sun, 11 Mar, 2012

Winning start for Wallace

Antrim 3-18 Wexford 2-15

Sun, 26 Feb, 2012

No start for Bellamy against former team

Liverpool’s Wales international Craig Bellamy has been left on the bench for the Carling Cup final against hometown club Cardiff at Wembley.

Sun, 26 Feb, 2012

Mackay joy as Cardiff on the way to Wembley

CARDIFF boss Malky Mackay hailed his side’s “nerves of steel” after they reached the Carling Cup final last night after a thrilling penalty shootout win over Championship rivals Crystal Palace last night.

Wed, 25 Jan, 2012

Kearney new Irish team manager

IRELAND added the final piece to Declan Kidney’s new backroom team yesterday with the appointment of Michael Kearney as team manager.

Sat, 21 Jan, 2012

Gardner confident of final spot

MATCHWINNER Antony Gardner believes Crystal Palace are well placed to reach the Carling Cup final after last night’s 1-0 success at Selhurst Park.

Wed, 11 Jan, 2012

Gardner puts Crystal Palace on course for final

Crystal Palace 1 Cardiff 0

Tue, 10 Jan, 2012

Four in frame for manager’s job

IRELAND are hoping to have a new team manager in place before the start of the RBS 6 Nations Championship next month but are still assessing the candidates to succeed Paul McNaughton.

Tue, 10 Jan, 2012

Cardiff pile misery on under-fire boss Kean

CARDIFF heaped further misery on Blackburn manager Steve Kean last night as goals from Kenny Miller and Anthony Gerrard put the Welsh club into the last four of the Carling Cup for the first time since 1966.

Wed, 30 Nov, 2011

Best injury forces Irish to plan for the worst

RORY BEST’S participation in the remainder of Ireland’s World Cup campaign remains in the balance after he was deemed a “serious doubt” by team manager Paul McNaughton for Saturday’s quarter-final against Wales.

Tue, 04 Oct, 2011

Medical staff to assess condition of injured trio

PAUL O’CONNELL, Tommy Bowe and Gordon D’Arcy’s injuries were under scrutiny this morning as Ireland began their preparations for Sunday’s Pool C finale against Italy.

Tue, 27 Sep, 2011

McNaughton hoping for fully fit squad to face Italy

Ireland team manager Paul McNaughton is optimistic about the shape of the squad heading into their crucial show down against Nick Mallett’s Italy on October 2.

Mon, 26 Sep, 2011

Ireland moving on from O'Gara retirement talk

Ireland are satisfied that Ronan O’Gara has no plans to retire from Test rugby.

Thu, 22 Sep, 2011

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