Former Irish and Munster rugby star and well-known broadcaster, Donncha O’Callaghan has issued a note of encouragement to Irish sports clubs not to ‘miss your opportunity’ when it comes to raising vital revenue that, due to current circumstances, cannot be guaranteed through membership and gate receipts.

2021 will certainly be a year to remember for Tour de Munster, not only as the Tour celebrated its 21st edition, but also raising a phenomenal €522,201, its largest sum to date for the Munster branches of Down Syndrome Ireland.

A new publication on life within the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) highlights the ‘madness’ which joins fans together.

Lahinch Seaworld is currently undergoing a multi-million euro refurbishment and is expected to reopen in spring 2022.

Traditionally all dinghy sailing events cease for the year in October with only the hardiest of sailors competing in what is known as the frostbite series, but Covid has had an impact on every facet of our lives over the last two years so it’s not surprising that it also impacted on sporting events.

A tribute song to Munster and Irish legend Anthony Foley will be launched during halftime in this weekend’s rugby international between Ireland and New Zealand at Aviva Stadium.

Tributes have been paid to well-known agricultural and rural development research consultant and charity marathon runner Dr Pat Bogue.

For GAA fans, great teams refine the soul and bring colour and richness to our lives. When our team is on a winning streak it imbues us with a deep feeling of solidarity and a glow that uplifts the spirit. Great teams have that special power. They enable us to tap into the core of life and be energised, to be in touch with our own deepest feelings and get in touch with others.