When the idea was conceived in 1971, it was refreshingly novel and compelling. A panel of GAA journalists, who would ultimately choose the All-Stars, had put forward the idea to Central Council. And the authorities immediately approved.

Elverys Sports Super League side Manulla are set to announce a joint-management side for next season, the Western People understands.

It was all hands on deck for the Barcelona Gaels club on Saturday as they took part in historic events at both home and abroad.

Mayo FC have announced that Jessica Feeney will be the new WU17 manager for next season. She will succeed James Johnson, who will progress into the newly-formed WU19 team as head coach.

It’s often said you should start as you mean to finish and with a victory in last month’s Connacht Close snooker competition held in Century Snooker Club, Ballina, Darren Flaherty has started the season as he means to finish it – ranked number one ...

A group of people from Erris recently completed a cycle from Lavey in Cavan to Glenamoy.

I return from the World Mountain Running Championships, home from all my adventures, my legs have a lot done but feel good and my head is buzzing. There’s a lot preying on my mind.

Kilmovee Shamrocks have been celebrating winning a Mayo LGFA underage title following a trip to the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence on October Bank Holiday weekend.

Mayo rugby star Clara Barrett is one of five well-known sportspeople who have been selected to receive an Elite Sports Scholarship from Mary Immaculate College in Limerick, in recognition of their outstanding sporting achievements.

The 123.ie National Athletics Awards are to take place on Wednesday, November 20 at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Santry.