Sport Archives – The College View

New Manager for Irish Ladies Hockey team

November 25, 2020

Former international player Lisa Jacob has been appointed the new manager of the Irish Women’s Hockey Team.

Leinster title for the Cats and Munster victory for Limerick

November 25, 2020

The Munster and Leinster Hurling Finals concluded on the weekend of November 14th, and 15th, with Kilkenny and Limerick being crowned as champions in their respective provinces.

Dustin Johnson crowned Masters winner

November 25, 2020

Dustin Johnson cruised to a 5 shot win to claim his first Master’s title in record-breaking fashion.

Katie Taylor takes it all as defending world champion

November 25, 2020

On Saturday 14th November, Katie Taylor won her defending bout against Spain’s Miriam Gutierrez, retaining her world title.

Ireland’s rugby dream comes to an end

November 11, 2020

England’s 29 point win over Italy set the scene for this historically stellar match between the top two teams in the Six Nations competition.

How to balance stress and health during lockdown

November 11, 2020

How students can avail of DCU services to stay fit during the lockdown

How the 20×20 campaign changed women’s sports in Ireland

November 11, 2020

Launched in 2018 and developed by the creative agency Along Came A Spider, the 20×20 campaign wanted to increase the visibility of women’s sport across the country.

Rory Mcllroy set for Grand Slam success at Masters

November 11, 2020

The golf masters will take place this week from the 12th to the 15th November, 7 months later than originally planned.

Five minute spell costs disciplined Dundalk

November 11, 2020

Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over Dundalk seems facile on paper, however It was anything but for the Gunners.

Balancing nursing and football – Kate Mooney takes it in her stride

November 11, 2020

DCU student and Shelbourne star Kate Mooney achieved the goal of a lifetime earlier this year – scoring 30 goals, in just 7 games.

Sport Ireland receives an increase of €36 million in Budget 2021

October 28, 2020

Sport Ireland has welcomed the significant increase in funding in Budget 2021.

How does level five impact sport in Ireland

October 28, 2020

The Coronavirus has already put a stop to world-renowned events such as the Olympics and Euro 2020, but is it set to tackle the GAA championship, Pro 14 and the League of Ireland too?

The NBA bubble kept Covid-19 away from this year’s season

October 28, 2020

How the NBA managed to have a full season without any Covid-19 interruptions.

2020 All-Ireland Camogie preview

October 28, 2020

The first round of the 2020 Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Camogie Championship got underway on Saturday, October 17th, with defending champions Galway winning their first game.

The impact of COVID-19 on Elite Sport in Ireland

October 28, 2020

Like most industries these days, Ireland’s sporting sector has been under threat, due to the financial and challenging circumstances that have come about in recent months.

Ireland’s promising start under Stephen Kenny

October 28, 2020

An analysis of Stephen Kenny’s tenure so far as manager of the Irish national football team.

Nadia Power has the season of a lifetime

October 14, 2020

A profile on Nadia Power and an exceptional track season this year despite COVID-19 challenges.

Diarmuid Connolly retires from Dublin GAA

October 14, 2020

Dublin star Diarmuid Connoly has officially retired from inter-county action.

Dundalk F.C. set for the golden stage

October 14, 2020

Dundalk’s win over the Faroe Islands opposition KI has created a windfall in prize money for them. Not only do they get the prestige of being only the 3rd side to reach the group stage

The impact of Covid-19 on third level sport

October 14, 2020

Looking at clubs and societies within DCU to see how they are facing COVID-19 challenges.

Diarmuid Connolly retires from Dublin GAA

October 14, 2020

Diarmuid Connolly released a statement on Wednesday 30th September, confirming his retirement from inter-county football, just a fortnight before the 2020 season begins. The St Vincent’s man was one of Dublin’s star players, contributing hugely

GAA and LGFA suspend all club games

October 14, 2020

All matches and games will be postponed for the foreseeable future, with training still going ahead.

Irish sporting groups respond to new government restrictions

August 21, 2020

The GAA, IRFU and Basketball Ireland respond to the new restrictions introduced by the government in relation to Covid-19.

GAA President calls on the government to allow more than 200 people to attend matches

July 21, 2020

John Horan, GAA President calls on the government to give the association permission to allow outdoor gatherings of over 200 people.

Jackie’s Army: tributes to Jack Charlton

July 21, 2020

Fan tributes are being organised across the country for Jack Charlton ahead of the funeral on Tuesday.