Other - Monday 29 April, 2013
NBA star is ‘America’s first openly gay athlete’ in their big team sports
Jason Collins is a 34-year-old respected veteran who has played for six teams over 12 seasons.
Tim Tebow was just cut by the New York Jets
Joe Schmidt appointed to Ireland AND Tebow leaves New York. Coincidence? Obviously not.
Klopp denies leaking Mourinho information on reported Chelsea return
“It is an absolutely ridiculous story. I never told anyone that Mourinho is going to Chelsea or another club. I’m not a person who does things like that,” said Klopp.
Another trainer admits steroid use on horses
The news comes after trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni was banned for eight years for the use of banned steroids on 11 horses from the Godolphin stable.
Tiger Woods and Patrick Ewing were at Michael Jordan’s wedding at the weekend
Where was our invite, huh Mike?
Texas (hopefully not) Forever: McMahon takes up coveted US scholarship
The Co. Down Olympian will be studying in Texas A&M next semester.
Other - Sunday 28 April, 2013
In pictures: Thousands hit the streets for Night Run in Dublin
Dublin, you looked beautiful tonight.
Sports Film Of The Week: We Got Game
Watch the whole of the superb film right here.
Here’s Your Look Away Now Pic Of The Day
UFC fighter Jon Jones suffered a broken toe last night. Don’t click through if you’re in any way squeamish.
You did get hit by a bus, Danny! It’s the sporting tweets of the week
Our favourite comments from the Twittersphere this past week.
It’s Sunday so here are 12 great pics from the past 7 days
Gatorade baths, a spot of Murderball and Lewandowski’s awesome foursome.
Dog sled racing, the Glazers and Paulie in a hoodie… the week’s best sportswriting
Get that kettle on and turn the phone to airplane mode.
Other - Saturday 27 April, 2013
From the brink: Khan picks himself up from Diaz blow to take decision
The Olympic silver-medalist was down in the fourth, but edged out the Mexican by a unanimous decision.
10 things we learned from Paul Kimmage’s interview on Marian
The former cyclist and acclaimed journalist was on the RTE Radio 1 show earlier today.
10 reasons why we wish the original Gladiators was on right now
They just don’t make Saturday night television like they used to…
Cycling Ireland to hold EGM on McQuaid’s nomination
McQuaid has since responded, claiming the meeting is being held as a result of a “technicality”.
Uncaged: Jones on course to finally silence Sonnen
It’s time for Chael Sonnen to put up or shut up, writes Brian Kirk as he looks forward to all of the action at UFC 159.
Other - Friday 26 April, 2013
Hurricanes and headpieces: what you missed at Punchestown today
Did you need another reminder of how awesome Hurricane Fly is? Really?
18 signs you’re a sports fan from Meath
Calling all supporters from Ashbourne, Oldcastle, Kells and Navan.
Manti Te’o missed out in first round of the NFL draft
The former Notre Dame linebacker is still available after this morning’s picks.
10 years after Croke Park spectacular, Special Olympics dreams still coming true
The organisation is appealing to the public to give generously on its annual collection day.
Don’t touch that dial… here’s the sport on TV this weekend
Munster’s Heineken Cup semi-final and several other events to look forward to in the coming days.
Just hit the game-winning grand slam? Here’s a concussion
Jordany Valdespin cannot be happy with team-mate John Buck.
Other - Thursday 25 April, 2013
You think a 10 game ban is bad, try 8 years
Godolphin trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni will be out of the sport for the foreseeable future.
All the photographs you need from Punchestown on Thursday
Including a bloody nose and cheeky pinch.
St Pat’s fans, here’s the first look at your new jersey sponsor
Clune Construction will be the Saints’ main sponsor for 2013.
Andy Lee lines up May date in Washington DC
Lee is expected to face Detroit southpaw Darryl Cunningham when he returns to the ring next month.
Boston Magazine’s stunning marathon cover
“We will finish the race” is the message from Massachusetts.
Some serious whip tekkers from jockey Sam Waley-Cohen at Punchestown
Long Run’s jockey showed excellent reflexes in the closing stage of yesterday’s Punchestown Gold Cup.
The Redzone’s 2013 NFL Mock Draft
Steve O’Rourke dons his Mystic Meg mask in an effort to predict this year’s first round.
One of the world’s top swimmers is competing in Ireland this weekend
The Irish Long Course Swimming Championships kick off in the National Aquatic Centre today.
Roy Hibbert throws down one of the most vicious dunks of the NBA playoffs
The 7’2″ Indiana Pacers centre went straight through his 6’8″ opponent on the way to the basket.
The Redzone’s handy guide to the NFL Draft
Tonight is NFL Draft night in America. Here’s everything you need to know.
Other - Wednesday 24 April, 2013
Game of Murderball, Joe? Ireland’s boxers tried wheelchair rugby tonight
There was no shortage of big hits in tonight’s exhibition match in Clontarf.
9 pictures of Anne Doyle and other people having fun while you were in work today
What happens in Punchestown…eh… is reported on sports news websites.
A Warriors player threw down a sick reverse dunk — and his bench went nuts
So that’s a reverse dunk!
Ireland’s Jason Smyth, the world’s fastest Paralympian, left baffled by London snub
Despite being one of the London Games’ most outstanding performers, he’s not on the bill for the anniversary event.



























































