'It just never stops': GAA games managers speak out on fatigue, overwork and family sacrifices

'Everything now is based on metrics… no one cares, just send in the figures. Nothing about quality or standards or the human side'

NEVER STOPS: GAA county games development managers are reporting heightened fatigue and disrupted personal lives as a result of their occupations, according to a newly published study. Pic: Brian Lawless / SPORTSFILE

GAA county games development managers are reporting heightened fatigue and disrupted personal lives as a result of their occupations, according to a newly published study.

The research led by former Connacht director of hurling Damien Coleman, now a GM in ATU in Athlone, found the several of those interviewed for his academic paper complained of difficulties.