Official in Laois GAA tells clubs there is 'a war coming' with other sports over players

A Laois GAA County Board official has told clubs at a county board meeting to "prepare for war" against other sports.

Tue, 21 Feb, 2017 - 16:23

A Laois GAA County Board official has told clubs at a county board meeting to "prepare for war" against other sports.

Ahead of underage soccer changing from winter to summer seasons, Kieran Leavy says "battle lines" must be drawn to stop young players from choosing other sports over gaelic games.

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