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Johne Murphy ready for next step with Naas

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Johne Murphy ready for next step with Naas

Johne Murphy has quickly established his credentials as a coach just two years after signing off on a memorable career that saw him play over 200 top class games for Leicester, Munster, Emerging Ireland and the Wolfhounds.

Defiant Cork U21s prove their mettle

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Defiant Cork U21s prove their mettle
Monaghan reach first U21 final in nine years as Armagh fall flat

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Monaghan reach first U21 final in nine years as Armagh fall flat
Gilvarry delighted as Mayo’s bold approach proves too much for suffering Farney boys

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Gilvarry delighted as Mayo’s bold approach proves too much for suffering Farney boys
Mayo minors book final berth with convincing win over Monaghan

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Mayo minors book final berth with convincing win over Monaghan

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