April 13, 2026
sport
Irish trail runner dominates CCC race in Chamonix Alps
A local ultra-runner competed in the prestigious CCC (Courmayeur-Champex-Chamonix) race, a 104km mountain race across France, Italy, and Switzerland that is considered the 'World Cup of Trail Running'. The athlete trained extensively on Croagh Patrick in Mayo to prepare for the Alpine terrain.
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CCC race: 104km crossing France, Italy, and Switzerland; athlete trained by running Croagh Patrick 4-5 times per weekend
"Local athlete trains on Croagh Patrick to conquer one of Europe's toughest mountain races"
death
GAA mourns death of legendary manager John O'Mahony
John O'Mahony, one of Gaelic football's greatest managers, has passed away after a battle with cancer. O'Mahony won eight Connacht titles (more than any other manager in the competition's history), two All-Ireland titles with Galway (1998, 2001), and managed multiple counties including Galway, Mayo, and Leitrim. A former player and colleague pays tribute to his mentorship, tactical brilliance, and father-figure leadership.
John O'Mahony, Declan Darcy, Tom Ganon
"Tributes to one of Gaelic football's greatest ever managers, whose legacy spans three counties and two All-Ireland titles."
sport
1994 Connacht final victory remains vivid memory for Leitrim keeper
A Leitrim goalkeeper reflects on the historic 1994 Connacht final victory under manager John O'Mahony, when Leitrim defeated Mayo at Hyde Park. The player credits O'Mahony's tactical genius, mentorship style, and ability to prepare players without tipping off the press as key factors in their championship success.
John O'Mahony, Micheal O'Muircheartaigh
1994 Connacht final played at Hyde Park between Leitrim and Mayo
"Leitrim's 1994 Connacht victory remains a cherished memory 30 years on—the only time the county won the provincial title."
sport
Éir Bhaithéil gaining popularity in Leitrim with professional tour expansion
Pool (Éir Bhaithéil) has evolved significantly from a pub game to a sport with professional players and an organised tour structure. Leitrim has a particularly proud tradition in the sport with pub leagues, a Premier League, and ranking events throughout the country. The 2022 Men's Ireland Championships in Calarney, County Mayo attracted roughly 2,000 players, demonstrating the sport's massive growth.
2022 Men's Ireland Championships held in Calarney, Mayo with approximately 2,000 players
sport
Runner competed in CCC ultra-race across France, Switzerland and Italy
A local trail runner has competed in the CCC (Courmayeur Champé Chamonix) race, a renowned 104km ultra-distance trail running event that crosses Courmayeur in Italy, Chamonix in France, and Switzerland. The runner trained extensively for the race, including weekend training runs on Croagh Patrick in Mayo, and returned for a second attempt after gaining experience from the first year.
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CCC race is 104 kilometers crossing three countries; runner trained by running Croagh Patrick 4-5 times per weekend
"Local runner tackles grueling 104km Alpine ultra-race, using Croagh Patrick for training"
death
Tributes pour in for legendary GAA manager John O'Mahony
John O'Mahony, one of Ireland's greatest GAA managers, has passed away after a battle with cancer. The iconic football manager won eight Connacht titles—the most by any manager in competition history—and two All-Ireland championships with Galway (1998, 2001). Former players and colleagues are paying tribute to his mentorship, tactical brilliance, and paternal approach to team management.
John O'Mahony, Declan Darcy, Tom Gannon
"Emotional tributes to one of GAA's greatest managers—a father figure who revolutionised coaching in Ireland."
sport
1994 Connacht championship victory remembered through John O'Mahony's legacy
A former Leitrim goalkeeper reflects on the historic 1994 Connacht championship win under manager John O'Mahony, when Leitrim beat Mayo at Hyde Park. The victory, immortalised by broadcaster Micheal O'Hehir's famous line about 'many a lead' looking down from heaven, remains a watershed moment in the county's GAA history.
John O'Mahony, Micheal O'Hehir, Declan Darcy
Match date: 1994; Venue: Hyde Park
"The famous line that defined a county's greatest sporting moment—relived as John O'Mahony passes."
April 12, 2026
death
Tributes pour in for legendary GAA manager John O'Mahony
The GAA community is mourning the death of John O'Mahony, one of the most successful managers in Connacht GAA history. O'Mahony won eight Connacht titles (most by any manager), two All-Ireland championships with Galway (1998, 2001), and also managed Mayo and Leitrim. A former player who worked with him reflects on his leadership, mentorship, and the 1994 Connacht championship victory at Hyde Park against Mayo.
John O'Mahony, Martin, Declan Darcy
"Legendary GAA manager who won more Connacht titles than anyone else has passed away—fans and former players share emotional memories of his leadership."