Evans embracing new level of physicality in ladies football

The new tackle rule, which allows contact to the body and not just the ball, is one Evans admits players will have to get used to but she welcomes.

Kerry's Caoimhe Evans and Brian Ó Beaglaoich launching the Lidl Comórtas Peile Páidí Ó Sé 2026 at Dooneen Pier in Feohanagh, West Kerry.

Kerry footballer Caoimhe Evans says the new tackle rule has had an instant physical impact on the game.

The Kingdom overcame Dublin in Saturday’s hard-hitting Division 1 opener in Clondalkin. The Keel woman came off in the 47th minute but should be fit to face Waterford in Tralee on Bank Holiday Monday.