Well I would think that because they are so keen on keeping it an amateur sport, this would be seen as a step towards professionalism. I think rather than introduce new technology they should address the selection process for umpires, maybe use referees like in these positions like in soccer (linesmen).
PS I had to pay €12 to see a inter county game a few weeks ago.
Do you not think that was good value? Rugby & soccer tickets are well more expensive that GAA tickets, so I dont think you're getting ripped off at that.
The GAA is already a professional sport in some respects. Look at the time and effort being put in by county gaa players...
Its a choice though and always has been.I wouldn't be a big fan of the GAA, although I like watching some games. I think more should be given to the players considering the time and effort they put in.
No they are committed and they train and play hard. A lot of games are specacles simply for the level of spirit on show and never say die etc and the GAA is branded on the whole 'blood on your shirt, die for your county' style rhetoric, i don't think it would be as easy market if Sean Óg and the like were seen to only be in it for the money.these lads are professionals in all but wages. Shame on the fat cats.
No they are committed and they train and play hard. A lot of games are specacles simply for the level of spirit on show and never say die etc and the GAA is branded on the whole 'blood on your shirt, die for your county' style rhetoric, i don't think it would be as easy market if Sean Óg and the like were seen to only be in it for the money.
Most team sports are like that, and they get paid or atleast good expenses. I don't see your point.
"Share some of the wealth with the foot soldiers."
This argument is almost meaningless in the context of the GAA. There is no owner getting wealthy.
'Share some of the wealth' in the context of GAA might just as easily be re-phrased as 'spend the money differently'
As things stand, the money all gets spent on the sport. If you propose paying players, then you are talking about either getting in more money or cutting back on some other area which currently gets that money. Those who support pay for play should be clear about where they see the money coming from.
"Share some of the wealth with the foot soldiers."
This argument is almost meaningless in the context of the GAA. There is no owner getting wealthy.
"Share some of the wealth with the foot soldiers."
'Share some of the wealth' in the context of GAA might just as easily be re-phrased as 'spend the money differently'
these lads are professionals in all but wages. Shame on the fat cats.
Most team sports are like that, and they get paid or atleast good expenses. I don't see your point.
Re Donal Og, I come from down near his neck of the woods, albeit not from his village of Cloyne but from one of his neighbouring clubs.
- Since the guys arent paid they do normal jobs, arent prima donnas (we wont mention Donal Og
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Since the guys arent paid they do normal jobs, arent prima donnas (we wont mention Donal Og),
Just to balance your slur against Donal Og
Slur is taking it a bit far, I would have said gentle ribbing. He'd be grand if he didnt take himself so seriously, very dour and self-important in TV interviews I've seen him in. I'm not a big fan of the GPA agenda either. And if he could stick to the regulation sliothars he'd take a lot of focus off himself. He wouldnt be the first "hate figure" goalie ever, Fitzy had many admirers, plenty from Waterford I'd imagine, but it shows that these dislikes dont run that deep.
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