Coach warns of doomsday scenario for over-trained GAA players

A top strength and conditioning coach fears training demands placed on leading GAA players are "not sustainable."

Tue, 06 Jan, 2015 - 00:00

Jackie Cahill

Alan O’Connor, currently working alongside Wexford senior football manager David Power, predicts a doomsday scenario unless the situation is addressed.

O’Connor was involved with Loughmore-Castleiney as the Tipperary dual stars won three county senior titles in just two seasons.

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