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Choosing the correct equipment can make all the difference to your performance. A properly sized pair of gloves can transform your game, allowing you to catch the ball with confidence. Protect yourself with the proper size helmet and maximise your speed and striking capabilities with the correct sized hurl. It can often be difficult to decide which size to choose. Our guide offers advice on measuring GAA gloves, hurling sticks and hurling helmets at home to find the correct size and optimum fit.

It feels like just yesterday that the kids skipped out of school for the summer holidays, but the new school year is just around the corner. The first day back brings excitement for many. The sound of squeaky new shoes and the smell of freshly sharpened pencils fill the air. Getting organised can be an overwhelming task. Take the stress out of school shopping with our back to school checklist, from school uniforms to school bags and stationery, we’ve got it covered.

Retro jerseys are not only incredibly trendy garments with designs that are a feast for the eyes, but they also hold a world of nostalgia, triggering memories and emotions from days gone by. Relive the moments that stand with you in history. Every time you don your retro jersey, experience the rush of adrenaline you had when the last-minute winning goal was scored, the feeling of euphoria as you watched your team lift the cup and the pride and passion you felt to watch on as a supporter. Maybe the jersey was out before you were even born, but you’re a fan of the vintage jersey design? A retro jersey is a perfect way to stand out from the crowd as you cheer on your home team, on holidays to let everyone know where you are from (a common Irish trait) or as a fashion statement at a musical festival for the hipster look.

Partick Thistle FC is today thrilled to announce that its partnership with O’Neills and Greaves Sports has been extended by a further three years, to the end of season 2025/26. Kit supplier O’Neills and retail partner Greaves Sports joined forces with the club in 2020, since providing a vast range of very popular merchandise for Jags fans, from first team kits and training wear to leisurewear and gifts.

Open water and sea swimming have become increasingly popular in Ireland with research suggesting it can positively impact our physical and mental health. An outdoor dip boots levels of serotonin and dopamine in the body (feel-good hormones) which is why many swimmers note a post-swim high. Check out the top open water swimming locations in Ireland and find the perfect spot for your next cold-water dip.

In August 2021, Danny Quigley took on an astounding 10 in 10 challenge to raise money for local health and wellbeing organisations in memory of his father Colm Quigley. The inspirational challenge consisted of 10 triathlons in 10 days, completing a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycle and a 26.2 mile run each day. Over the 10 days, Danny totalled an incredible 1,406 miles.

Danny spent countless hours training in the months prior to the challenge and has shared some of his top running tips and exercises with us.

Ireland is famous around the world for its luscious green fields, friendly welcome and of course our cosy pubs! Despite these traditional assumptions, we are fast becoming one of the world’s leading destinations for outdoor adventures and hiking, due to our rugged and wild landscapes that are relatively safe all year round, providing you have the right outdoor clothing and hiking equipment!

With the longer evenings here and hopefully some warmer weather, it’s the perfect time to get out and discover the great outdoors on your own doorstep, if it’s hiking or walks! If you are a seasoned pro or a sunshine hiker, we’ve got a guide to some of the best Ireland hikes for everyone, from the Bray to Greystone’s walk, there is an outdoor adventure to suit everyone.

Ensuring you have the correct outdoor clothing, footwear and hiking equipment

oneills.com, leading online sportswear retailer, with the GAA have announced a new sponsorship deal that will see oneills.com become the title sponsor of the U20 GAA All-Ireland Hurling Championship. This sees the sportswear giant further increase its investment in Gaelic Games with the competition getting underway in early April.

As part of the title sponsorship package, the oneills.com logo will feature prominently at multiple games for the next four years. The sponsorship will also see O’Neills incorporate a TV sting, a first for the company in its 104-year history. The Championship coincides with the sportswear manufacturers' development of the smart sliotar, which will be on trial in the U20 Championship. This, combined with the sponsorship of the U20 Championship, further underlines their commitment to Gaelic Games, particularly Hurling.

Gaelic games are the traditional sports of Ireland, and are as spectacular to watch as they are exciting to play. Their reach and impact wildly transcends Ireland’s borders, having become a worldwide phenomenon with clubs all around the globe.

In Ireland, each of the 32 counties is represented by its own teams, with players loyally playing for their county. Gaelic sports clubs are a key part of Irish life, defining community identities across towns and villages as social hubs that promote the country’s culture and history.

As all Gaelic games are strictly amateur sports, players do not receive any form of payment for their involvement. Entrenched in the nation’s identity, these sports are played at all ages and skill levels, by both men and women. 

More than a sporting activity, the Gaelic games are an expression of Irishness itself – a celebration of passion, honour,

No more travel time, membership costs, and stranger’s prying eyes… that’s the beauty and convenience of having your very own home gym. 

But if you’re a beginner, building a home gym isn’t the easiest process. How do you clean a yoga mat? Which resistance bands should you get? How do you pick the right dumbbell set? To help you get started, we’ve made a guide so you can curate the perfect home gym.

Do I need a home gym?

A gym at home is a luxury, but if you’re serious about fitness and know which types of workouts you want to focus on, it’s the best way to get in shape. After the upfront investment in equipment, you don’t need to spend money on a gym membership again or go out in the rain just to get your weekly weightlifting in. 

Why not use the extra time to be with your loved ones, for example?

You can also be comfortable in the privacy of your own home, knowing that no one is judging