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In the Gift Bag | November 08, 2022Christmas is fast approaching and it’s time to start thinking about what you are going to gift your loved ones this year. There is at least one GAA fanatic in every family who live and breathe the game. Ask them a question about a match or player in the last decade and they will be sure to rhyme off the stats and you can bet they would never miss a match, rain, hail or shine. Need some GAA gift inspiration? We’ve got you covered! Find the perfect GAA gifts for Christmas at O’Neills!
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In the Gift Bag | November 01, 2022
The most wonderful time of year is fast approaching and it’s time to pick up presents for your friends and family. With The Late Late Toy Show revealing all of the most popular gifts for the year, O'Neills have everything you need to stuff their stockings with gifts they’ll truly love this Christmas.Â
If you’re struggling to decide what to gift someone who loves sports or looking for gifts for the obsessed sport fans in your life, our Christmas gift guide is here to help make it the best Christmas yet!
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There’s nothing quite like waking up on Christmas morning to find full, fat stockings to open. O'Neills is the perfect place to pick up all those extra stocking fillers to make your loved one’s eyes light up on Christmas morning.Â
Bobble hats make a great gift for anyone to keep their ears toasty and warm during the chilly wind and weather. For the GAA fans in your life, a bobble hat that proudly shows off their love for their club or county is an ideal gift, because
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In the News | In the Changing Room | In the Jersey HQ | October 07, 2022The Official Mayo GAA 2023 Home Kit has been unveiled and it’s a feast for the eyes. It represents the pride and passion of supporters, the commitment of players and drive for success. The traditional green and red colour palette is instantly recognisable to Irish people around the globe and the new jersey sees the return of the bottle green colour that served the Mayo football team well between the years of 2012 and 2018. With some modern updates including a silicone badge and three stripe should detail, this jersey is sure to be a popular one. The new kit will be worn by Mayo GAA, Mayo LGFA, and Mayo Camogie teams from underage to senior level.
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In the Changing Room | September 23, 2022Can you feel the chill in the air? Autumn has arrived and Winter isn’t far away. The change in seasons is welcomed by many, with the start of crisp mornings, dark evenings and cosy nights in front of the fire. But these seasons can be tricky to dress for, with low temperatures and unpredictable weather conditions. An update in our daily wardrobe essentials is required to be prepared for what the Autumn and Winter seasons have in store for us - wind, rain and dare we say snow. The days of vests and shorts are behind us with a need for all garments warm and cosy. It’s time for Autumn layers and Winter warmers. Layering is key to dressing practically for Autumn and Winter. Building an outfit from multiple layers offers versatility so you are prepared for changeable weather conditions, and outer layers can be removed when not required.
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September 01, 2022
Founded in 1918 originally as a manufacturer of gaelic footballs, O'Neills has grown into the largest sportswear manufacturing company in Ireland. Over 100 years later, O’Neills is still producing the famous size 5 footballs as well as expanding into the teamwear and leisurewear market. Synonymous with GAA sports, O'Neills also supply a range of sports clubs, colleges and schools with rugby, soccer, cricket, handball, netball, boxing and athletics wear.
O'Neills is still a 100% Irish owned company, employing more than 900 people across Ireland, the UK, France, Australia and beyond. Interested in joining the O'Neills team? Check out the latest opportunitieshere.
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In the Archives | August 18, 202222nd August 2022 marks the centenary of Michael Collin’s death. An iconic figure in Irish history, his life and legacy are remembered and honoured throughout Ireland on this date and year-round. Immerse yourself in Irish history and pay tribute to a revolutionary soldier and politician with some of the following Michael Collins events, products and attractions.
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In the Zone | In the GAA | August 15, 2022Are you giving Gaelic football a go for the first time? Is your friend dragging you back to camogie training after a year off? Or are you heading into club championship season? No matter what stage you are at, there are some GAA kitbag essentials everyone needs.
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In the Soccer | In the GAA | June 21, 2022Retro 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.
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In the News | June 10, 2022Partick 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.