Christy O'Connor: GAA and Hawk-Eye need to keep eyes on the ball

The GAA needs to address this issue because the last few weeks have left too many doubts around Hawk-Eye, particularly when there is so much at stake during the championship

A view of the Hawk-Eye graphic on the big screen during a championship game at Croke Park. Photo by Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

After TJ Reid’s effort from a long range free on Saturday evening was signalled by the umpire to be reviewed by Hawk-Eye, the referee James Owens immediately began communicating with the Hawk-Eye official. 

As Owens continued to look at the big screens on the Hill 16 and Canal End, the level of communication was more intense than normal. It was obvious that there was some confusion around the decision.