Galway GAA Discussion Thread #2

This revisionism that has developed with regards Shane Walsh is laughable. Posters on here saying other's, particularily Mayo supporters, might finally give hime credit when the biggest critisism he ever got was from his own supporters. Just go back through the thread and read it yourselves. The lad is 29 and has been playing inter county for 10 years, it's about bloody time he performed given the undoubted talent he has. Mayo supporters never critised him because he never did anything against them to warrant it. He's free to transfer wherever he wants but please don't come on here and spout rubbish about travel when there's lads travelling from Kenmare, Belmullet, Letterkenny to Dublin and still playing with their club. It's a financial move, simple as that. Can you imaine the howls of outrage from some on this thread Cillian O'Connor transferred to Dublin.

Theres actually a perfect test case for your Cillian o Connor example. When Donal Vaughan did something 5 times worse than Walsh, and left his home club the moment they were relegated to go to a rival club 20 minutes up the road, was there howls of outrage on this thread? You seem to have been reading this thread for ages so you tell me? I doubt there was any bit of discussion at all personally, but you'd know better

There's about 3 people in this thread who could give two fcuks what Mayo players are up to. The rest couldn't give a damn. Galway players on the other hand generate more interest in Mayo supporters than they do in their own.

People are entitled to play wherever they feel suits them. This antiquated idea that because you come from an area you're forced to play there doesn't stack up anymore. Our own club has let plenty leave over the years. If they don't think it's right for them they're not going to be right for you either. No point twisting people's arm or ending their career because of it.

Were Killererin hoping he'd transfer to them instead or what?

I'd have no issue with him moving to KC to be honest but I don't buy the college excuse and I thought that he was living in Roscam, not Dublin. I am also certain that he will continue to play for Galway and playing senior in Dublin can only improve him.

They have plenty free kickers in Dublin, Cillians skills outside that are very limited.

Under GAA rules this is not permitted. (Surprised someone so opinionated on GAA matters would not be aware of this) Shane Walsh may also get turned down for the same reason. He seems to have put a case forward that he has relocated to Dublin in a full time capacity not just for college.

You also seem to have a poor understanding of the travelling for club vs county scenario. Not sure you're worth much further engagement.

It's in the rules. Take it up with your club committee who can put forward a motion to Congress if you have an issue with it. Rule 6.3:

Shane being Shane I'm sure like his previous employment he can click his fingers get Michael D evicted and have residency I'm the Aras I'm the morning if he so wished.

Of course he's a public figure, he's one of the best footballers in the country. Amateur or not, he's a high profile player in one of our national games so I have no idea how you came up with the above. Granted, I don't think his past work history needs to be brought into this discussion at all.

Is there Relegation in the Galway Senior Hurling Championship this year?

The Shane Walsh transfer thing is nothing new. Its been a common enough.situation over many years. Anybody remember the 2 Kildare men that transfered to Cork and won 2 All Irelands. Larry Tompkins and Shea Fahy. That was a big deal in the grand scheme of things. For years guys playing junior in Cork would transfer into big city clubs in hurling..Blackrock or St Finbarrs ect.

The only thing that makes it a big deal.is the reaction of his club. That what I dont like. The public nature of 'fighting' to hold onto him. Like come on..

I've no doubt he owes Kil/Clon nothing. None whatsoever. I know a couple of their clubmen well. I'm sure he's been a brilliant player for them for the past 12 or 13 years.

I just don't like this idea of him leaving them but saying "I'll be back lads when I have a few more miles on the clock".

As for "he deserves the chance to play club football at the highest level for a couple of years", there's many a footballer and hurler with All-Ireland senior medals who never played a senior club game in their lives.

Well said. The only reason someone would get annoyed over something that is absolutely none of their business is begrudgery. Doesn't like to see someone try to better themselves. As I understand it, Kill/clon are an intermediate side. Never going to win the big titles if he stays. He's after having a good year with Galway, has put his name firmly out there with the All-Ireland final display. Of course, he is looking to strike something, whilst the iron is hot. It could be a great opportunity for him if he plays with Kilmacud. He will be playing at a higher level, which will improve him even more. More discipline etc. Playing against better players. And being in the Dublin league, he will get a little more publicity. He knows he has maybe 4 more optimal years left at the high level. Why shouldn't he make the best of it. If in 4/5 years time, he returns to Kill/Clon, and if he has raised his profile even more, I would imagine, they would welcome him back with open arms. I'm sure he'd give another 3/4 years playing at decent intermediate level. Imagine the lads on that team playing away year in year out, not playing at a very high level, and then Shane Walsh joins the ranks. It would bring some excitement for them.

Of course, anything could happen in the meantime - could settle down and marry a Jackeen, stay in Dublin etc.