The Irish Times

Gordon D’Arcy: Fans would benefit from a peek behind the iron curtain

Behind the scenes access is important as it helps create and keep a new fan base

Wed Dec 09 2020 - 06:00

Glen Malone delighted to be battling hard on all fronts with Shelmaliers and Wexford

After winning a county hurling title with his club, Malone is back on the football beat

Thu Sept 10 2020 - 06:00

Mature Ringrose keeping the ups and downs of rugby life in perspective

Current hiatus making Ireland and Leinster centre even more appreciative

Sat Jun 06 2020 - 06:00

Enda McNulty on standing guard at the door of your own mind

Former Armagh player talks to Keith Duggan about advice, learnings and life

Sat May 02 2020 - 06:00

Rugby World Cup: Wise old Earls has learned to channel nervous energy

‘My wife thought I was going to have a heart attack with the state I was in’

Thu Oct 17 2019 - 01:00

Stress test for Ireland against England’s bulldozer squad

With Tuilagi, Vunipola and Underhill on board, no wonder the pundits are worried

Sat Aug 24 2019 - 06:00

Armagh chasing return to big time after decade in doldrums

Kieran McGeeney’s side looking for consecutive victories in Ulster for first time since 2008

Sat Jun 01 2019 - 17:28

Gordon D’Arcy: What happens in Six Nations is irrelevant come the World Cup

However, Schmidt faces biggest challenge of coaching career to rebuild belief for Japan

Wed Mar 20 2019 - 06:00

Keith Earls in a good place ahead of defining Six Nations endgame

Maturing winger believes communication is key to keeping Scotland at bay on Saturday

Tue Mar 06 2018 - 06:00

Time for another Armagh and Tyrone death embrace

Tyrone seem miles ahead of their fierce Ulster rivals in the hunt for the Sam Maguire

Wed Aug 02 2017 - 22:00

Ideal tour for Joe Schmidt as new green shoots appear

Tour to USA and Japan has helped to identify future leaders within the Irish squad

Sun Jun 25 2017 - 22:06

The fitness fallacy: You can’t outrun a mental-health problem

Some people use extreme exercise to mask mental health issues, says campaigner Niall Breslin

Tue Apr 04 2017 - 06:00

Dublin’s unbeaten run is no bolt from the blue

Capital gains based on great groundwork and true self belief in Jim Gavin's camp

Sat Mar 18 2017 - 07:00

Conor Murray calls for a positive response in Italy

Ireland camp still seemingly bemused by the errors that contributed to defeat in Scotland

Fri Feb 10 2017 - 08:10

Enda McNulty a firm believer in his life’s work

Life coach unperturbed by Joe Brolly’s criticism and proud of his new book ‘Commit’

Sat Jan 07 2017 - 06:00

Joe Schmidt turns blood-and-guts Paddies into well-oiled machine

Ireland all about plan, process and performance as they front up to All Blacks again

Sat Nov 19 2016 - 05:00

Caroline Currid: ‘I was shocked by Paul O’Connell’s preparation’

Sports psychologist describes unexpected start to fruitful work relationship with rugby star

Thu Nov 17 2016 - 09:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Ruthless streak the best part of this victory

Ireland preyed on New Zealand’s inexperience to beat All Blacks at their own game

Wed Nov 09 2016 - 08:00

Gordon D'Arcy: Mental strength of provinces bodes well for Ireland

Refusal to give in and ability to win small battles will be key against All Blacks

Wed Oct 26 2016 - 05:29

Mayo won’t lack the motivation to bounce back again

‘This team is hardened enough and steely enough, and the appetite will be there’

Sat Oct 08 2016 - 06:00

Richard Dunne and Enda McNulty put world to rights – or at least Irish soccer

Ex-international and sport psychologist differ on why Ireland can’t cope with leading

Thu Sept 08 2016 - 01:01

Five great football upsets

From the 2004 Fermanagh v Armagh quarter-final to 2014’s Tipp v Dublin semi-final

Mon Aug 01 2016 - 01:30

Matt Healy spreading his wings for Connacht

Dubliner’s dedication to his craft has paid a healthy dividend under Pat Lam

Fri Mar 25 2016 - 20:20

Gordon D’Arcy: Leinster must force Toulon to play the blame game

This weekend it all comes back to the mental strength of the collective

Wed Dec 09 2015 - 22:16

Kevin McLaughlin interview: ‘I just didn’t want to accept it’

Ireland flanker ignored his concussion symptoms until that was no longer possible

Sat Nov 28 2015 - 07:00

All Blacks anchors primed for pressure

The more you understand it the better you cope with it, says veteran Kevin Mealamu

Wed Oct 28 2015 - 08:49

Gerry Thornley: Cowman, McNulty among unsung heroes

Joe Schmidt has built not only excellent team but a backroom set-up to match

Tue Oct 13 2015 - 05:45

Shane Lowry: I probably deserved to miss cut after putter incident

Irish Open was not ideal but biggest lesson I have learned is to be more patient on course

Thu Jun 04 2015 - 08:33

Johnny Sexton interview: Despite injury the outhalf is ready for a big year

Ireland number 10 looks ahead to the Six Nations, World Cup and a return to Leinster

Thu Feb 05 2015 - 12:55

Ian Madigan ready to lay down marker as Leinster face Castres in Champions Cup

Versatile 24-year-old wants number 10 jersey but is happy to play anywhere in backline

Sat Oct 25 2014 - 11:00

Brian O’Driscoll tells of New York arrest in new book

Extracts from ‘The Test - My Autobiography’ appeared in today’s Sunday Times

Sun Oct 19 2014 - 12:02

Emotional intelligence favours Donegal in final, says Kieran McGeeney

But Kerry have geography and James O’Donoghue on their side

Fri Sept 19 2014 - 07:01

Ireland face a tough opening assignment

Victory over USA imperative if Philp Doyle’s side are to retain hopes of progressing to semi-finals

Fri Aug 01 2014 - 10:45

Jackie Tyrrell knows he still has a lot to offer Kilkenny

31-year-old hurler found it really hard to watch last year’s All-Ireland final

Thu Apr 17 2014 - 07:00