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The Irish Sun
8 minutes ago
- The Irish Sun
Former Sligo players confirmed as joint-managers as Eamonn McGee joins all-star backroom team
FORMER Sligo players Eamonn O'Hara and Dessie Sloyan have been confirmed as joint-managers of the county's senior footballers. And their backroom ticket will include ex- 2 Former Mohill manager Eamonn O'Hara is one-half on the new management team at Sligo 2 He'll be joined by Dessie Sloyan at the helm of the county - with ex-Donegal defender Eamonn McGee joining the backroom staff O'Hara and Sloyan have been handed a three-year term, subject to an annual review. The duo will succeed Tony McEntee, who stepped down last month after five years at the helm. An All-Star in 2002, O'Hara was also the hero when he scored the decisive goal against Galway as As a manager, he steered his own club Tourlestrane to five straight Sligo SFC crowns. O'Hara, who is now in charge of Roscommon outfit Boyle, also oversaw back-to-back Leitrim triumphs for Mohill in 2023 and '24. Under Sloyan, Sligo won their first Connacht Under-20 title in 2022. He was also part of the Longford management during Paddy Christie's reign. read more on gaa McGee will serve as a selector and coach. The head coach role will be filled by Con O'Meara, who helped Coolera-Strandhill to cause a seismic upset as they were crowned Connacht senior club champions last year. In a statement, Sligo GAA added: "Further additions to the core team are planned before the commencement of the inter-county season." Armagh man McEntee departed when Sligo reached the last eight of the Tailteann Cup, only to lose to Fermanagh. The Division 3 outfit suffered a three-point loss to Mayo in the Connacht quarter-finals back in April. Most read in GAA Football Meanwhile, Limerick native Tom Hennessy has been appointed to succeed Stephen Sheil as Sligo senior hurling manager. 'Sad to see him go' - GAA fans emotional seeing Michael D Higgins attend last men's All-Ireland final as President


Irish Daily Mirror
8 minutes ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
US President Donald Trump tees it up with Paul McGinley as he opens new course
US President Donald Trump was joined by Irish golfing legend Paul McGinley as he officially opened his newest golf course in Aberdeen. Trump has spent the last few days in Scotland visiting his golf courses and holding a number of political meetings as part of the proceedings, was the opening of the 'new course' at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen. The controversial US President was joined by Ryder Cup-winning captain Paul McGinley and his fellow Sky Sports pundit and PGA Championship winner Rich Beem for a round of golf. McGinley is one of Ireland's golfing greats, winning three Ryder Cups as a player and was a winning captain in 2014. US President Donald Trump, with former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley (left) on the first tee during the official opening of the New Course, the second championship course at Trump International Golf Links U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with Paul McGinley Speaking at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Trump said, "We'll play it very quickly, and then I'll get back to D.C., and we'll put out fires all over the world." During his speech, Trump also praised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scotland's First Minister John Swinney and his 'great deal' after agreeing a trade deal with the UK. Trump also offered rare praise to the media, calling them 'terrific' while joking that he didn't brand them as 'fake news'. He said they 'treated us really well' and also said that he 'loves Scotland'. 'We're going to go out and have a good time,' the US President continued. 'It's going to be a special day and a special year and a special decade, and we're going to make all of our countries strong and great and really wonderful again. ' The course officially opens to visitors in mid-August and will set players back some £495 (€570) as he adds to his ever-growing golf course portfolio. Trump currently owns 15 golf properties, including former Open venue Turnberry in Scotland and Doonbeg in Co. Clare, and has some 11 properties in the US.

The 42
25 minutes ago
- The 42
Dr Crokes cancel All-Ireland homecoming as 'mark of respect' following death of Jamie Doolan
THE ALL-IRELAND homecoming event at the club of Kerry captain Gavin White has been cancelled following the death of former Dr Crokes player, Jamie Doolan. White lifted the Sam Maguire for the Kingdom on Sunday after a man-of-the-match display against Donegal in Croke Park. Advertisement The Dr Crokes club has cancelled the traditional captain's homecoming for White 'as a mark of respect' following the death of Jamie Doolan. The Killarney-based side has paid tribute to his memory, describing him as a 'brilliant underage player' while also honouring his contribution to management teams throughout his career. 'All in Dr. Crokes are shocked to hear of the untimely passing of our former player, minor selector and club member Jamie Doolan,' a statement on their Facebook page reads. 'Jamie was a brilliant underage player representing Dr. Crokes at all levels before turning his hand to management and he was involved in senior and minor management teams over the last number of years. 'A very knowledgeable selector who was very popular with all club members, Jamie will be sorely missed by his many friends in the club. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Doolan family in this difficult time. 'As a mark of respect tomorrow night's captain's homecoming to the Dr Crokes clubhouse will not be going ahead. May Jamie rest in peace.'