The Throw-in

It was another impressive win for Dublin on Saturday, but was it a missed opportunity for Derry to not go at Dublin at full strength? Dick Clerkin and Colm Keys join Will Slattery on the latest Throw-In Football show to discuss. There were also lots of flashpoints in Kerry’s win over Tyrone and Colm asks if Kerry are judged differently when it comes to on-pitch rows? Plus, Dick gives his take on Rory Beggan's NFL tryout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just how significant could Dublin’s ten point beating of Kerry be for later in the year and why have Kerry not developed more since their All-Ireland win in 2022? Dick Clerkin and Donnchadh Boyle join Will Slattery on this week’s Throw-In Football show to discuss and look back on the weekend action, including another win for Derry and a stellar performance from Tyrone’s Darragh Canavan against Mayo. Plus, in light in Jarlath Burns’ desire to address the state of Gaelic football, just what is it that can be changed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waterford’s two-point defeat to Cork was a case of the third quarter blues for Davy Fitz’s team, while the Rebels finally got their first League win under the belt, and on the latest Throw-In Hurling show, John Mullane and Eddie Brennan join Michael Verney to discuss all the weekend action. The Limerick machine still is purring as strong as ever and John gives his view on the rights and wrongs of starting Kyle Hayes. And, are Offaly on the move up and with the stalemate in Wexford Park, fresh faces have stepped up in Lee Chin’s absence. Plus, Eddie gives his memories of frigid days on the sideline down in the south-east where sleeping bags and hot water bottles would have been more needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Derry the only team to have a 100% record in Division 1 after their thirteen point victory over Monaghan at the weekend, the question is increasingly being asked if Mickey Harte’s team can maintain this standard come the summer? Dick Clerkin and Colm Keys join Will Slattery on this week’s Throw-In Football show to discuss how far they think Derry can go. Plus, they also explain why Dublin need the daring and goal threat of Con O’Callaghan once again and they highlight Kerry’s midfield issues and the ongoing problems of Kildare football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie Brennan and John Mullane join Michael Verney to look back on round two of the National Hurling League games and with Tipperary getting another win under their belt, are they starting to flourish under Liam Cahill? Galway’s struggles though has shown their Jekyll and Hyde qualities and Eddie and John say that Henry Shefflin needs to deliver a Leinster this year. Meanwhile, Waterford lost by one point to Clare and Eddie Brennan breaks down Davy Fitz’s ‘system’ while John Mullane believes the players should be applauded for the efforts being given. Plus, Eddie and John give their best, worst, funniest advice they’ve got during their careers and they both give some insights into what it’s really like at Junior B level!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the hurling leagues starting over the weekend, John Mullane and Eddie Brennan joined Michael Verney to look back on all the major talking points on the latest Throw-In Hurling show, including Clare’s three point win over Cork, Tipperary’s thrashing of Dublin in Parnell Park, and Kilkenny’s draw with Wexford. The lads discuss why Brian Lohan’s Clare will be looking to add some much needed silverware after their promise of recent years, and highlight the missing piece that’s badly needed in the Cork line-up for them to finally kick on. Plus, what was the worst venue Eddie and John ever played in? Whether it was wind, rain or hail, they give their verdicts on the places you didn’t want to be stuck losing in. Listen & follow on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After just two games in the league, Derry have already laid down a marker with victories over Kerry in Tralee and the most recent six point win over Tyrone. So, just what can we expect from Mickey Harte’s team this year? Dick Clerkin and Conor McKeon join Will Slattery on the latest Throw-In Football show as they discuss all the football league action from the weekend. And what about Dublin’s stuttering start with two losses, the most recent of which came at the hands of Mayo, while Kerry had to bring on the Cliffords early against Monaghan in Clones to get their league season off to a winning start. All of that, plus the struggles of Meath, Kildare and Cork in Division Two are all up for discussion. Listen and follow on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back for another year of brilliant hurling debate and discussion, and what a year 2024 promises to be. Is this to be the year of the 5-in-a-row? With so many counties busting a gut to topple Limerick, from Galway, Waterford, Cork, Clare or Tipp, there’s going to be so many talking points and twists and turns in the road, so who better to tell us what’s what and delve into it all than John Mullane and Eddie Brennan who will be here every step of the way until the final whistle in July. On this week’s show John Mullane joins Michael Verney to look ahead to this weekend’s opening League games as well as the players to watch out for during the campaign, plus he gives his reaction to the news that Páirc Uí Chaoimh is to be renamed. Join John, Eddie and Michael this Monday as they look back on the first round of the hurling league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Football Leagues have returned and so has The Throw-In with Will Slattery joined by Dick Clerkin and Colm Keys for the first show of the year. With Kerry and Dublin losing at home to Derry and Monaghan respectively, there was plenty for them to look back on, not least for Dick anyway, Monaghan’s appetite and work rate in winning against the Dubs in Croke Park. Meanwhile, Mickey Harte came back to haunt Kerry as his Derry side were impressive one point victors in the Kingdom. Elsewhere, Mayo’s eight point win over Galway has highlighted early season problems for Padraig Joyce’s Galway and Jim McGuinness’ return to Donegal saw them record a comfortable eleven point win over Cork.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the GAA pitch Philly McMahon was an All-Ireland winner. But off the pitch his personal life was turbulent. His father Phil McMahon was interned in Long Kesh, escaped in 1975 and was now battling cancer. Philly speaks about his father’s membership of the provisional IRA and some of the difficult truths that come with that. First broadcast on The Indo Daily 18th September 2023 Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Philly McMahon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of how Philly McMahon became an All-Ireland Champion eight times, is more than just a story of hard work and determination. Philly's story began with his father Phil, who at the age of 16 was shot by British soldiers in his home of West Belfast and who spent more than 30 years on the run. First broadcast on The Indo Daily 17th September 2023. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Philly McMahon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philly McMahon and Dick Clerkin join Will Slattery on the final Throw-In Football show of the season to look back on Dublin’s two point All-Ireland final victory over Kerry with Philly wondering whether Cluxton, McCarthy and Fitzsimons can stay on for another year. He reckons, football-wise, they can still contribute in a big way and they shouldn’t be hanging up their boots just yet. Plus, what does this defeat mean for the Kerry team and will we see more Dublin v Kerry finals in the years to come? Listen and follow on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts from.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dublin era of dominance began with Stephen Cluxton’s injury-time winner against Kerry in the 2011 final and twelve years later it’s set to come full circle as the heavyweights clash again. Will this be the last hurrah for the Dublin stalwarts who have dominated the game since then or will David Clifford’s magic once more drag Kerry to greatness? Dick Clerkin and Conor McKeon join Will Slattery to preview Sunday’s final and pinpoint the tactical match-ups where the game will be won and lost. Philly McMahon will also be joining Dick and Will on Monday’s show as they look back on the 2023 All-Ireland football final. Send your questions or comments via Twitter to @clerkin_d or @slatterywill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking Ball with Philly McMahon features two of the losing All-Ireland semi-finalists with Derry hero and one of the stars of the championship Gareth McKinless on to discuss how they approached David Clifford and the Kerry team. McKinless reveals why he'd fear Dublin more and discusses Derry emerging as a football force. Monaghan legend Kieran Hughes also joins to talk about their end of season sessions, social media and why he doesn't enjoy playing full forward. You can watch new episodes of Breaking Ball with Philly McMahon every Saturday during the Championship on https://www.youtube.com/@independent_ie or on Independent.ie And on Thursday’s Throw-In Football show, Dick Clerkin and Conor McKeon will be joining Will Slattery for a special All-Ireland football final preview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They timed their run to perfection again and now history beckons for this Limerick hurling team. Can they achieve the mythical 5-in-a-row and just how many All-Ireland titles could they win by the end of the decade? John Mullane and Eddie Brennan join Michael Verney to look back on another incredible Limerick display in the final and ask what did Kilkenny get wrong? Are Limerick better than ever? And what sets them apart? Plus, don’t forget to join The Throw-In Football team on Thursday as they look ahead to next Sunday’s All-Ireland football final between Dublin and Kerry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From wedding planning to key match-ups and All-Ireland final pressure, John Mullane, Eddie Brennan and Tom Condon give their insights and advice ahead of Limerick v Kilkenny this Sunday. And don’t forget to join the lads on Monday’s show with all the post-match reaction to what promises to be a titanic hurling final battle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philly McMahon is joined by Kevin Doyle and Willie White on the latest episode of Breaking Ball. Doyle talks about the turning point in his life that led him to become an international football player instead of a GAA star with Wexford. Actor and comedian, Willie White, discusses his upbringing in Ballymun and how he was able to break a cycle in his own life that led him to playing against Ciaran Whelan at Croke Park. You can watch new episodes of Breaking Ball with Philly McMahon every Saturday during the Championship on https://www.youtube.com/@independent_ie or on Independent.ie And on Thursday’s Throw-In Hurling show, John Mullane, Eddie Brennan and guests will be joining Michael Verney for a special All-Ireland final preview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We may have got the final we were all expecting, but Monaghan and Derry both ran Dublin and Kerry close and will be kicking themselves for not making the most of their chances when they had them. On the latest Throw-In Football show, Conor McKeon and Dick Clerkin join Sinéad Kissane to discuss the two semi-finals, the once-in-a-generation talent that is David Clifford, and what we can expect from Dublin v Kerry in two weeks’ time. And don’t forget to join Michael Verney, John Mullane, Eddie Brennan and special guests for the Throw-In’s Hurling final preview this Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Dublin v Kerry All-Ireland final might be most people’s expectation, but Derry and Monaghan have convincing cases to be able to beat their illustrious opponents in this weekend’s semi-finals, says Dick Clerkin on the latest Throw-In Football show. He joins Will Slattery and Frank Roche to lay out the case for how Monaghan can cause an upset and why Kerry and Jack O’Connor should be worried ahead of their clash with Derry. Don’t forget to join Dick and Will on Monday’s show to find out if he’s proven right, and if you want to get in touch, send your comments and questions on Twitter at @clerkin_d or @slatterywill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyrone All-Star goalkeeper, Niall Morgan, joins Philly McMahon and Conán Doherty on the latest episode of Breaking Ball to discuss Kerry, David Clifford, club GAA culture and they welcome former referee Maurice Deegan on to give him their complaints! You can watch new episodes of Breaking Ball with Philly McMahon every Saturday during the Championship on https://www.youtube.com/@independent_ie or on Independent.ie And on Thursday’s Throw-In Football show, you can hear Dick Clerkin’s preview of the football semi-finals and why he believes Monaghan can beat the Dubs to reach the All-Ireland final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.