GAA talking points: Cody and James Stephen’s heading in the right direction again 

Christy O'Connor gives his take on the weekend's GAA

BACK TO THE ROOTS: Former Kilkenny manager Brian Cody. ©INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

Castlebar knock the champions out 

When Anthony O’Boyle kicked an excellent point to push Castlebar Mitchels three points ahead of Knockmore in yesterday’s Mayo senior quarter-final, the reigning champions who were seeking three-in-a-row, really had their backs pressed hard against the wall. There were only nine minutes of normal time remaining but it was still more than enough time for Knockmore, who had far more experience on the field.