OTB's Saturday Panel

THE SATURDAY PANEL | The folklore of AIL rugby | Johne Murphy, Alison Miller and Hugh Farrelly

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Johne Murphy, Alison Miller and Hugh Farrelly join John Duggan in studio to look ahead to tomorrow's blockbuster All Ireland League finals in the Aviva!

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THE SATURDAY PANEL | ‘It was emotional going back to Augusta!’ | Bumper The Masters preview

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Gary Murphy and Gavin Cooney join John Duggan for this week's Saturday Panel, looking ahead to The Masters next week. After Rory McIlroy's first win at Augusta last year, the pressure is off him to follow that up this year, but can he follow that up with another Major title?

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THE SATURDAY PANEL | ‘Massively in bonus territory!’ | Division 3 & 4 Football Finals | LYNG, MURPHY & SHEEDY

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:30:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined by ex-Carlow footballer Brendan Murphy, ex-Wexford footballer Ciarán Lyng and ex-Dublin footballer Jack Sheedy for this week's Saturday Panel, looking at today's Division 3 and 4 Football finals.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL (Unlocked): ‘It’s a perfect storm for Kerry!’ | Setting the stage for Prague | MARTIN & CURTIS

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined in studio by Tommy Martin and Roy Curtis for this week's Saturday Panel, looking back on all the week's top sporting stories, and building up to what could be a historic week in Irish football!

THE SATURDAY PANEL: ‘People were mixing up rebuilding with decline!’ | Ireland surpass brave Welsh passion

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Former Ireland internationals Denis Hickie and Alison Miller as well as the Irish Daily Mail’s Hugh Farrelly join John Duggan for this week's Saturday Panel, reflecting on last night's Six Nations clash between Wales and Ireland, which saw the hosts victorious after a surviving a spirited Welsh performance.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: Government response to Oriel Park | Rugby reset | GAA Congress | Week in review

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined in studio by Tommy Martin and Roy Curtis for this week's Saturday Panel, looking back on the week's sporting stories, most notably the government's response to events in Oriel Park last week, the down week in the Six Nations, and GAA Congress today!

THE SATURDAY PANEL: Ireland humble England in Twickenham | Will Connors & Brendan Fanning

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined in studio by Will Connors and Brendan Fanning for this week's Saturday Panel, while Andy Dunne dials in from Twickenham, as Ireland's Six Nations clash with England draws to a close.

THE SATURDAY PANEL: 'For me the Prendergast question is over!' | Ireland survive Italy scare

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

John Duggan is live for this week’s Saturday Panel, after Ireland’s second round Six Nations clash with Italy. He is joined in studio by Grand Slam winner Fiona Hayes and former back row Aidan McCullen, while former Leinster and Harlequins’ out half Andy Dunne dials in from the Aviva.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: Where are Ireland after Thursday’s defeat in Paris? | SIX NATIONS SPECIAL

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Brendan Fanning, Hugh Farrelly and Kevin McLaughlin join John Duggan on this week’s Saturday Panel, focusing on the opening weekend of the Six Nations, which has already seen Ireland suffer a big defeat in Paris, while Scotland and Italy kick off shortly.

THE SATURDAY PANEL: 'Cork won't feel the pressure until the All Ireland' | The National Leagues

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

All Ireland winners Mick Bohan and Taggy Fogarty join John Duggan in studio for this week's Saturday Panel focusing on the National Hurling and Football Leagues, with the pick of the fixtures being the All Ireland Final rematch of last year, as Jim McGuinness' Donegal look to prove that they've truly put that match behind them.

THE SATURDAY PANEL: Why do the Leagues matter? | The National Leagues are back!

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined in studio by Colm Keys and Jason Byrne for this week's Saturday Panel, as intercounty GAA returns in earnest this weekend with the start of the National Leagues in both football and hurling!

THE SATURDAY PANEL: ‘Managerial Madness’ | Chaotic midweek Premier League action | Sporting week in review

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Tommy Martin and Mick O'Keeffe join John Duggan in studio for a look back on the sporting week in this weekend's Saturday Panel.

THE SATURDAY PANEL: Ireland's (hopeful) World Cup group | Liverpool in crisis? | Meyler & Forde

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Former Republic of Ireland defender David Meyler and goalkeeper David Forde join Join Duggan for this week's Saturday Panel, as Ireland know which group they will be in if they qualify for next year's World Cup, while Liverpool continue to struggle for form.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: All Ireland winners special | Hannah Tyrrell & Niamh Hetherton

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 14:30:00 +0000

Dublin ladies All-Ireland winners Hannah Tyrrell and Niamh Hetherton join John Duggan in studio for this week's Saturday Panel.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL (Unlocked): 'I wouldn't trade anything for what we had!' | KEVIN KILBANE & DAVID CONNOLLY

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Republic of Ireland legends David Connolly and Kevin Kilbane joins John Duggan for this week's Saturday Panel, looking back on the week's Champions League action, while the Premier League continues.

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OTB Saturday Panel - Motherhood and Pregnancy in Sport

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 13:10:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined by Lynne Cantwell, Fiona Oppermann, and Siobhan McGrath for this week's Saturday Panel, on the topic of Motherhood and Pregnancy.

It’s a topic that comes up every so often, and we figured we wanted to shine a light on the area of pregnancy and motherhood and its relationship with sport on this week’s Saturday Panel. We’d love to be guided by you the listener too - WhatsApp us on 087 9180 180 if you have any questions or comments on exercising before, during and after pregnancy, or even just to tell us your own story.

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SATURDAY PANEL (UNLOCKED): David Meyler | Memories in a green jersey | Life as a football coach

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 13:10:00 +0000

Former Irish international David Meyler joins John Duggan for this week’s Saturday Panel ahead of Ireland’s World Cup Qualifier with Portugal this evening. David reflects on his life in the green jersey, receiving 26 caps for the Boys In Green. David is now assistant coach at Cork City, and tells John all about life after football, including Cork City’s amazing cup run this season.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: Movember and the GPA Ahead of the Game | The importance of mental health

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 13:30:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined in studio by ember / GPA Ahead of the Game ambassadors Anton Tohill and Saoirse McCarthy for this week's Saturday Panel, about promoting mental health.

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Saturday Panel (UNLOCKED): Premier League Preview w/ Brian Kerr & Colin Hawkins | OFF THE BALL

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 13:15:00 +0000

Your Saturday Panel for this week features a very special Premier League Preview with former Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr and former professional footballer Colin Hawkins.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: B&I Lions clean sweep hopes washed out in heavily disrupted third test Down Under

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Johnny Ward is joined in studio by Brent Pope, Denis Hickie and Brendan Fanning as the British & Irish Lions's third and final clash with the Wallabies has been heavily disrupted by injuries and biblical weather!

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: Lions leave it late to win series with a game in hand | POPE, FANNING & QUINLAN

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 13:45:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined in studio by Brent Pope and Brendan Fanning, while Alan Quinlan joins from Australia after the British & Irish Lions managed to survive a massive fight from the Wallabies to win the series with a game to spare!

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SATURDAY PANEL (UNLOCKED): All-Ireland SFC Semi-Final Preview | Seán Bawn & Shane McEntee | OFF THE BALL

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 13:10:00 +0000

Former Kerry star Seán 'Bawn' O'Sullivan and Ex-Meath captain Shane McEntee join John Duggan in studio to preview this years All-Ireland SFC Semi-Final matchups of Kerry v Tyrone and Meath v Donegal.

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Saturday Panel: Europe’s Wildest Motorsport! | Driftmasters Mondello Park | OFF THE BALL

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 13:57:00 +0000

Europe’s Wildest Motorsports event, Driftmasters is coming to Mondello Park on June 28th and 29th where 42 of the worlds’ top drivers will go head-to-head. The weekend will be all about qualifying, grids, grandstands and podium places.

Irish Drift Masters drivers James Deane, Conor Falvey and Dave Egan join Shane Hannon in studio to preview the event.

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If someone wants to see international drivers at the top level compete in Ireland this is the only event in the country to see it. There is also a coach going to/ from Naas and Sallins to the event, again tickets available on mondellopark.ie.

Also keep an eye on OTB socials as we will be giving away tickets to the weekend's events which are not to be missed.

SATURDAY PANEL: Tyrone's back-to-back U20 All Ireland! | PAUL DEVLIN, KEITH HIGGINS & SHANE McENTEE

Sat, 31 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Tyrone U20 manager Paul Devlin, Keith Higgins and Shane McEntee join John Duggan for this week's Saturday Panel after the U20 All Ireland final on Wednesday.

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UNLOCKED: The Saturday Panel: What’s next for Rory?

Sat, 17 May 2025 13:04:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined by Brendan O’Brien and Philip Lanigan to talk all things Rory McIlroy.

THE SATURDAY PANEL: Allianz National League finals preview | CONOR DEVANEY & DESSIE MONE

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 14:30:00 +0000

Shane Hannon hosts this week's Saturday Panel, looking ahead to the National Football League finals this weekend, starting with the Division 2 Final between Monaghan and Roscommon, before the mammoth Division 1 final between Mayo and Kerry!

He is joined by Conor Devanney and Dessie Mone.

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: Women in sport week | Nora Stapleton, Bethany Carson & Phelim Macken

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:30:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined by Nora Stapleton, Women in Sport Lead with Sport Ireland; Bethany Carson is the Women in Sport Manager at Sport Ireland and a former Irish International Swimmer; Phelim Macken, Sports Coordinator at Limerick Local Sports Partnership and coach of teenage girls teams for this week's Saturday Panel focusing women in sport.

THE SATURDAY PANEL: Down Syndrome Football and Futsal | Paul Smyth, Josh Hennessy & Jamie Linden

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 12:30:00 +0000

Head Coach of the Irish Down Syndrome Futsal squad and FAI Football for All Development Officer Paul Smyth, Shelbourne and Ireland defender Josh Hennessy and Dundalk and Ireland defender Jamie Linden joined Shane Hannon for a very special Saturday Panel in studio today.

Saturday Panel: Online abuse of athletes | Social media as 'a drug'

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 14:45:00 +0000

This week on The Saturday Panel we're delving into the area of off-pitch and online issues that face athletes.

Joining John Duggan in studio: Leigh Nicol, an ex-professional footballer and victim of sextortion; Fraser Franks, also a former professional footballer who had football suddenly taken from him owing to a heart condition; and Matt Himsworth, a media lawyer who protects players from so many evils that lurk online.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Ireland will 'be out in the quarters, or win the whole thing!' | Weighing up Ireland's opponents

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 13:45:00 +0000

Ex Ireland internationals Mike Ross, Marcus Horan and Alison Miller join OTB's John Duggan to discuss the Rugby World Cup which starts on Friday this coming week!

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THE SATURDAY PANEL | Ireland will 'be out in the quarters, or win the whole thing!' | Weighing up Ireland's opponents

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 13:45:00 +0000

Ex Ireland internationals Mike Ross, Marcus Horan and Alison Miller join OTB's John Duggan to discuss the Rugby World Cup which starts on Friday this coming week!

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Old rivals collide, stopping Clifford and the difficulty of going back to back

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 13:45:00 +0000

It is All-Ireland football final weekend and John Duggan is joined by Dublin All Ireland winners Ger Brennan and John O'Leary and Celtic Cross holders with Kerry Sean O'Sullivan and Fionn Fitzgerald to discuss the biggest game in the GAA calendar. The panel will look at what makes this rivalry so special, why the Kingdom have struggled to retain their crown in the past and the mouthwatering clash of Mick Fitzsimons and David Clifford Gaelic football on Off The Ball is in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA senior football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Saturday Panel | The 151st Open & Open Memories | Des Smyth & Dermot Gilleece

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

John Duggan was joined on the panel in studio by legendary golf journalist Dermot Gilleece & Irish golfer and T-4 finisher in the 1982 Open, Des Smyth. They discussed the 151st Open & some fond memories of previous Open Championships. This Saturday Panel was brought to you with thanks to the all new Renault Austral E-Tech full hybrid- with 200 horsepower and up to 1,100km range.

Hurling history awaits, taking frees in Croke Park and Cian Lynch is back

Sat, 22 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +0000

7 time All Star with Kilkenny JJ Delaney, former Limerick boss TJ Ryan and Liam McCarthy winner with Tipperary Eoin Kelly join OTB's John Duggan to build up to the All Ireland final as Limerick look to become just the third county in history to win 3 titles in a row. Kilkenny are one of the others to achieve that feat and will be desperate to end their own famine. Hurling on Off The Ball with Bord Gais Energy. It’s Anyone’s Game - promoting inclusivity in hurling.

Can Monaghan and Derry cause upsets, dealing with the verbals and punching above your weight | SATURDAY PANEL

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Former Kerry star Sean O’Sullivan, ex Dublin man Kevin Nolan and recently retired Monaghan player Drew Wylie join OTB’s John Duggan to look ahead to the All Ireland Football semi finals and the Tailteann Cup final. In association with AIB GAA | #TheToughest

Provincial Finals preview, Shefflin in trouble and the importance of celebrating – SATURDAY PANEL

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Tipperary hurling great Eoin Kelly, former Limerick manager TJ Ryan and All Ireland winner with Kilkenny Brian Hogan join OTB’s John Duggan to preview the Leinster and Munster hurling finals with Limerick’s bid for 5 in a row coming up against a mighty Clare side and Galway and Kilkenny renewing their rivalry once again this Sunday. Hurling, It’s Anyone’s Game. The Hurling Pod has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people’s lives. Hurling, It’s Anyone’s Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people’s lives. For full competition details, please visit https://www.bordgaisenergy.ie/bgegaa

SATURDAY PANEL: Derbies galore, 77 passes in one move and the worst GAA cliches

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0000

All Ireland winner with Dublin Ger Brennan, former Derry league winner Conleith Gilligan and Galway All Star nominee Finian Hanley join OTB’s John Duggan to discuss a massive weekend of Gaelic football action in the All Ireland Football Championship. The panel will discuss the massive derbies between Cork and Kerry, Tyrone and Armagh and Dublin v Kildare while looking at ways to improve styles of attack and discussing which GAA phrases drive them crazy. In association with AIB

Munster hurling madness on the way, Wexford on the brink, are Offaly back – THE SATURDAY PANEL

Sun, 28 May 2023 11:09:00 +0000

OTB’s John Duggan is joined by Leinster winner with Wexford Rory Jacob, former Cork and Wexford boss John Meyler and Irish Independent GAA correspondent Michael Verney to look ahead to the final group games in the Leinster and Munster hurling championships. There are final places up for grabs, Wexford staring down the barrel of relegation and previewing the Joe McDonagh Cup final. Hurling, It’s Anyone’s Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people’s lives. For full competition details, please visit www.bordgaisenergy.ie/home/bge-gaa

SATURDAY PANEL: Leinster & Ulster Finals preview w/ Eamon McGee, Pillar Caffrey & Paddy Keenan

Sat, 13 May 2023 13:45:00 +0000

Ex-Dublin footballer Pillar Caffrey, Donegal All-Ireland winner Eamon McGee & ex-Louth captain Paddy Keenan join John Duggan to preview the Leinster Football final between Dublin & Louth, and the Ulster decider between Derry & Armagh. With AIB GAA | #TheToughest

SATURDAY PANEL: The Cork/Tipp rivalry, wounded Limerick and the race for third place in Leinster

Sat, 06 May 2023 13:45:00 +0000

OTB’s John Duggan is joined by former Limerick hurling manager TJ Ryan, All Ireland winner with Kilkenny Aidan “Taggy” Fogarty and Irish Independent GAA writer Michael Verney to look at the latest action in the Munster and Leinster hurling championships including Limerick’s loss to Clare, and a vital clash in Croke Park between Wexford and Dublin. Hurling on Off The Ball with Bord Gáis Energy GAA - proud sponsors of the Senior Hurling Championship and the Legends Tour Series taking place in Croke Park.

Limerick looking fierce, a new start for the Cats and Davy at Waterford part 2 - HURLING PREVIEW

Sat, 22 Apr 2023 16:45:00 +0000

Double All Ireland champion with Clare Jamesie O’Connor, 7 time winner with Kilkenny Brian Hogan and the Irish Independent’s Michael Verney join OTB’s John Duggan to look ahead to the Leinster and Munster hurling championships with Galway vs Wexford, Waterford v Limerick and Clare v Tipperary all down for decision this weekend. The panel discussed who can stop the Limerick juggernaut, what impact will the return of TJ Reid have on Kilkenny and if Davy Fitzgerald can bring Waterford a step further than in his first reign.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Are Kerry favourites for Sam? Stephen Cluxton returns and Mayo looking good

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 13:30:00 +0000

Double All Ireland winning manager with Galway John O’Mahony, former Dublin boss Paul “Pillar” Caffrey and former dual star with Westmeath Alan Mangan join OTB’s John Duggan to look ahead to the All Ireland Football Championship with the provincial competitions getting underway this weekend. The lads discuss how Mayo can build on their League win as they aim for the big one, what Stephen Cluxton’s return means for Dublin’s chances and which side are best placed to be the surprise package this season. Gaelic Football with AIB | #TheToughest

The Saturday Panel | Colm Keys, Taggy Fogarty and Colin Kelly on a massive weekend of GAA action

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 14:30:00 +0000

OTB's John Duggan is joined by Irish Independent GAA writer Colm Keys, All Ireland winner with Kilkenny Aidan "Taggy" Fogarty and former Louth manager Colin Kelly to dive into a monster weekend of National league action with semi final clashes in hurling and final day that's sure to be full of drama in the football. The lads will discuss who needs the league title the most in hurling, what has brought Louth to the brink of three successive promotions and which teams are best placed with the Championship just around the corner.

SATURDAY PANEL – Review of the week with Sarah O’Donovan and Conor McKeon

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 15:20:00 +0000

OTB’s John Duggan is joined by All Ireland winner with Cork Sarah O’Donovan and the Irish Independent’s Conor McKeon to discuss some of the biggest stories in the world of sport from during the week.The panel will cast their eyes over a champions league mauling for Liverpool, Manchester United downing Barcelona, the fiasco surrounding the Camogie All Stars trip and Ireland finally being comfortable with the favourites tag in rugby

THE SATURDAY PANEL - Boxing with Jason Quigley, Emmet Brennan and Kevin Byrne

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 15:35:00 +0000

Professional boxers Jason Quigley and Emmet Brennan join OTB's John Duggan and Kevin Byrne of the Irish Sun to look at the latest developments in Irish boxing. The lads discuss the decision to boycott the world championships, the struggles to survive as a pro and Jason's return to the ring at the National Stadium in April.

THE SATURDAY PANEL - Ulster GAA Panel with Enda Gormley, Conleith Gilligan and Tony Scullion

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 16:00:00 +0000

OTB's John Duggan was joined by Derry GAA legends Enda Gormley, Tony Scullion and Conleith Gilligan to look ahead to the All Ireland Senior Club Football Final between Glen and Kilmacud Crokes. The lads also looked at the recent rise in Ulster hurling and football and discussed possible discipline issues in the club game.

THE SATURDAY PANEL - 2023 Sporting Predictions

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 15:40:00 +0000

John Duggan was joined in studio by Roy Curtis, Tim McCarthy and on the line by Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh to look ahead to the sporting year and make their bold predictions and hopes for 2023.

THE SATURDAY PANEL - Sports Documentaries with Ross Whitaker

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 15:00:00 +0000

OTB's John Duggan was joined by the documentarian Ross Whitaker to discuss some of the best sports documentaries of 2022. Ross chatted about his own career, how to get the best out of your subjects, why A Year 'Til Sunday was a major inspiration and how he put together a special on Ireland's win over the All Blacks in just six weeks.

THE SATURDAY PANEL - Best Sports Books of the Year with Malachy Clerkin

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000

OTB's John Duggan was joined by sportswriter Malachy Clerkin of the Irish Times to discuss the best sports books of the year. The lads chat about what makes a good sports book, which sports lend themselves to the best storytelling and which ones you need to drop into the Christmas stocking in 2022. Some of the books discussed include: - The Rodfather: Inside the Beautiful (Ugly, Ridiculous, Hilarious) Game by Roddy Collins and Paul Howard - Two Brothers: The Life and Times of Bobby and Jackie Charlton by Jonathan Wilson - Limerick: A Biography in Nine Lives by Arthur O'Dea - The Gemma O'Connor Story: Why Not A Warrior? by Gemma O'Connor and Sinead Farrell - Ian McKinley: Second Sight: Rugby and Redemption by Ian McKinley and Gerry Thornley

THE SATURDAY PANEL - AIB GAA Club Final Special with Shane Curran, Eddie Brennan and Johnny Magee

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 16:10:00 +0000

OTB's John Duggan is joined by some legends of the Gaelic Games world as former All Ireland winner with St Brigids Shane Curran, Leinster title winner with Graigue-Ballycallan Eddie Brennan and Kilmacud Crokes man Johnny Magee look ahead to the provincial deciders down for decision this weekend. Will Kilmacud do a famous double, do you need to lose one to win one, are Tourlestrane going to be the first team from Sligo to win Connacht in almost 40 years? Club GAA coverage with thanks to AIB.

THE SATURDAY PANEL - AFLW Final Preview with Brid Stack, Aisling McCarthy and Mike Currane

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 13:30:00 +0000

OTB's John Duggan was joined by current AFLW players Brid Stack and Aisling McCarthy along with player laision and coach Mike Currane to look at the final of the AFLW Season with three Irish women involved. Orla O'Dwyer's Brisbane Lions take on Melbourne Demons, the home of Sinead Goldrick and Blaithin Mackin. The panel discuss making the move Down Under, the differences between AFLW and the LGFA and what Irish sports can learn from the Aussies.

THE SATURDAY PANEL - World Cup memories with Mark Lawrenson and Mark Kinsella

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 15:30:00 +0000

Former Republic of Ireland stars Mark Lawrenson and Mark Kinsella join John Duggan to look back on previous World Cup triumphs for Ireland and give their views ahead of tomorrow's kick off of this year's festival of football in Qatar. Brought to you with thanks to Carry Out, Ireland’s largest independent off licence.

SATURDAY PANEL | IRLWNT Tribute - World Cup bound | Olivia O'Toole and Emma Byrne

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 14:24:00 +0000

Former Republic of Ireland international captains Olivia O'Toole and Emma Byrne are with John Duggan to reflect on a momentous achievement by Vera Pauw's side in qualifying for the World Cup. Football with @Sky Ireland

THE SATURDAY PANEL - Referee abuse | Silent sidelines | Pushy parents

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 14:40:00 +0000

Referee abuse, silent sidelines and pushy parents were all topics up for discussion on The Saturday Panel. John Duggan was joined by GAA referee Kevin O'Donnell, coach, founder of the 'Silent Sidelines' initiative Antonio Mantero and sports psychologist Keith Begley.

AUSSIE RULES PANEL | Cora Staunton, Mickey Quinn and Ciarán Byrne | Geelong AFL Champs

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 14:30:00 +0000

Cora Staunton, Mickey Quinn and Ciarán Byrne joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel to discuss Geelong Cats' AFL Grand Final victory. They also discussed their own Aussie Rules journeys, homesickness, and how Gaelic football skills compare to the oval ball.

SATURDAY PANEL - Magic of your debut and URC preview | Mike McCarthy, Fiona Hayes, Gavin Duffy

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 14:33:00 +0000

Making a provincial or international debut is unquestionably one of the biggest moments in any rugby players' career - we discussed the magic of making your bow on The Saturday Panel. We also took a look ahead to the URC campaign and analysed where each of the Irish provinces is at. John Duggan was joined by former Ireland internationals and provincial stars Mike McCarthy, Fiona Hayes, and Gavin Duffy. @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs

SATURDAY PANEL - Leitrim's 1994 Connacht title | John O'Mahony, Martin McHugh, Liam Conlon

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 14:19:00 +0000

We reminisced on Leitrim's Connacht title triumph of 1994 on The Saturday Panel this afternoon! Manager of that team John O'Mahony and players Martin McHugh and Liam Conlon joined John Duggan to reflect.

SATURDAY PANEL | Pregnancy in sport - Olive Loughnane, Louise Galvin, Helen Keeble

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 14:23:00 +0000

We delved into the topic of pregnancy in sport on The Saturday Panel - talking the dos and don'ts during the nine months, and how having a child impacts performance and fitness for both elite athletes and all expectant mothers. John Duggan was joined by former Olympic walker and world gold medalist Olive Loughnane, Kerry senior footballer Louise Galvin, and pelvic health physiotherapist Helen Keeble.

IRELAND 57-22 JAPAN | Women's Rugby test reaction | Alison Miller, Michelle Claffey, Jackie Shiels

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 14:51:00 +0000

John Duggan was joined by former Irish internationals Alison Miller, Michelle Claffey and Jackie Shiels to reflect on Ireland's thumping 57-22 win over Japan in Shizuoka. @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs

DUBLIN MARATHON | Tips and advice - Sonia O'Sullivan, Catherina McKiernan, Mick Clohisey, Kieran Cuddihy

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:15:00 +0000

With just over two months to go until the Dublin Marathon in October, we decided on this week's Saturday Panel we'd get some top tips and advice from some 26.2 mile experts! Sonia O'Sullivan, Catherina McKiernan and Mick Clohisey all joined John Duggan, along with Newstalk's own Kieran Cuddihy who is running the race this year in aid of the Irish Cancer Society.

SATURDAY PANEL | Week in Review - Dillon Quirke RIP | PL return | GAA club-switch | LIV Golf

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 14:36:00 +0000

Timmy McCarthy and Michael Verney joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel - to reflect on some of the biggest stories of the sporting week. They began by paying tribute to the late Clonoulty-Rossmore and Tipperary senior hurler Dillon Quirke, who passed away after collapsing during a club game last night.

LADIES FOOTBALL FINAL PANEL - Oz moves and amateur v pro | Cora Staunton, Lyndsey Davey, Niamh McLaughlin

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 15:22:00 +0000

Former Mayo and current AFLW star Cora Staunton, Dublin's four-time All-Ireland winner Lyndsey Davey, and Donegal captain Niamh McLaughlin joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel. They previewed tomorrow's final between Kerry and Meath, and discussed the amateur game here versus the lure of professionalism in Aussie Rules.

ALL-IRELAND FINAL PREVIEW PANEL - Galway v Kerry | Peter Canavan, Finian Hanley, Billy O'Shea

Sat, 23 Jul 2022 16:48:00 +0000

We looked ahead to tomorrow's All-Ireland SFC Final on The Saturday Panel - as John Duggan was joined by Tyrone great Peter Canavan, ex-Galway star Finian Hanley, and 1997 All-Ireland-winner with Kerry Billy O'Shea.

Wimbledon Panel | Women’s final reaction | Kyrgios’ antics | JENNY CLAFFEY & CONOR NILAND

Sat, 09 Jul 2022 15:00:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined by former professional Tennis players Jenny Claffey & Conor Niland to look back on this year’s Wimbledon, analyse today’s women’s final and preview Sunday’s men’s singles final.

All-Ireland Hurling semi-finals | Will Clare meet Limerick in the final? | Can Galway cause an upset? | SATURDAY PANEL

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000

John Duggan is joined by former Clare hurler Colin Ryan, former Dublin hurler Ryan O'Dwyer & former Limerick hurler Tom Condon to preview this weekend’s All-Ireland senior hurling semi-finals.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | GPA Pride Awareness - Dónal Óg Cusack | Michael Darragh MacAuley | Hannah Looney

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 10:30:00 +0000

This is the Saturday Panel, as the Gaelic Players Association mark Pride 2022 by hosting a GPA Pride Breakfast and participating in Dublin's Pride Parade in support of the LGBTQ community. John Duggan was joined by former All-Ireland winning hurler with Cork and pundit Dónal Óg Cusack, All-Ireland winner with Cork and dual player, Hannah Looney, and Michael Darragh MacAuley, chief impact officer of the Human Collective, and the 2013 Footballer of the Year with Dublin. All different, all equal, all human. #PlayersForPride | @gaelicplayers | @We_Are_HumanC

THE SATURDAY PANEL - Irish Athletics | National Track and Field Championships Preview

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 14:22:00 +0000

John Duggan was joined by 100 metres hurdler and Athletics Ireland Women in Sport Officer Lilly Ann O'Hora, Irish Decathlete and pole vaulter Michael Bowler, and Matt Lockett, Athletics Ireland Endurance Coordinator. It's our big preview of the upcoming National Track and Field Championships! @irishathletics

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Online abuse in sport - Anna Caplice, Colm Begley, Mark Smyth

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 15:04:00 +0000

John Duggan was joined by Colm Begley of the GPA, ex-Irish rugby international Anna Caplice, and psychologist Mark Smyth to discuss the scourge of online abuse of sportspeople.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Week in Review - Saipan memories | Rory McIlroy | Final day drama | Hurling championship

Sat, 21 May 2022 14:12:00 +0000

On today's Saturday Panel we delved into Saipan 20 years on - John Duggan was joined by Roy Curtis, Máire-Treasa Nic-Cheallaigh and Timmy McCarthy. We also talked Rory McIlroy, Irish boxing success and the hurling championship heating up.

SATURDAY PANEL - S&C and sports science | Genetic freaks, Ronnie O'Sullivan, player retention, working at Arsenal

Sat, 07 May 2022 14:11:00 +0000

We had a brilliant Saturday Panel delving into the area of sport science - as we looked ahead to a Strength and Conditioning conference in Cork next weekend! John Duggan was joined by organiser of the conference and Director of the Irish S&C Network David Nolan; Des Ryan, the Director of Coaching and Performance at Setanta College and former Head of Sport Medicine and Athletic Development at Arsenal FC; Dr. Aoife Lane, Head of the Sports Science Department at TUS Athlone, and Chair of the GAA Sports Science Advisory Committee; and Hugh Gilmore, Performance Psychologist with Team GB.

National Dairy Council Ambassadors | Paul O'Donovan, Eimear Considine, Vikki Wall | Saturday Panel

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Irish rower Paul O'Donovan, Irish rugby player Eimear Considine and Meath player Vikki Wall join OTB host Shane Hannon for this week's Saturday Panel representing the National Dairy Council.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Life after sporting retirement - how to cope with ending a career

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 15:29:00 +0000

After Ash Barty's shock retirement from tennis week aged just 25, we have a discussion on retiring from top-level sport on The Saturday Panel! John Duggan joined by accredited sports psychologist Dr Olivia Hurley, three-time Olympic rower Niall O'Toole, and former Galway hurler and now holistic performance psychologys coach Tony Óg Regan.

Formula One season preview | How will Hamilton and Russell work together? | THE SATURDAY PANEL

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Formula One journalists Rebecca Clancy and Chris Medland joined Shane Hannon to look ahead to the start of the Formula One season. They give their predictions, look at how Haas have been affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine and break down the new F1 rules among many other things.

CHELTENHAM PREVIEW PANEL | 2022 Tips - Seán Flanagan and Conor O'Dwyer

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000

On The Saturday Panel this week we took a look ahead to next week's Cheltenham Festival - including all your tips for the big races! 2021 Festival winner Seán Flanagan and Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle-winning jockey Conor O'Dwyer joined John Duggan.

Int'l Women's Day Panel | Cora Staunton, Chloe Watkins, Eimear Lambe

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 15:47:59 +0000

Joining John Duggan on The Saturday Panel this afternoon were a selection of some of Ireland's top female sportstars as we mark International Women's Day next Tuesday! Olympic rowing bronze medalist Eimear Lambe, AFLW star Cora Staunton, and Irish women's hockey star Chloe Watkins were with us. This week's Saturday Panel is in partnership with An Post. The An Post Irish Women in Sports stamps are Championing Ireland’s sporting heroes on International women’s day. Get your stamps at your local post office or anpost.com.

Saturday Panel | Week Review - Greedy golf, rugby recovery, Dublin-Mayo

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 15:27:09 +0000

John Duggan was joined by Meara Treasa Ni Cheallaigh and Pillar Caffrey on The Saturday Panel to look back on the biggest stories of the sporting week!

Six Nations Preview Panel | Mike Ruddock, Alan Quinlan, Mal O'Kelly

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 15:07:59 +0000

We previewed the upcoming Six Nations on The Saturday Panel today - Mike Ruddock, Malcolm O'Kelly and Alan Quinlan joined John Duggan. They talked Six Nations nerves, Andy Farrell's selection headaches, where Wales are at, and plenty more besides! @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs

The Saturday Panel | Team Ireland's Winter Olympics athletes

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 12:46:54 +0000

On The Saturday Panel we were joined by three of Team Ireland's Winter Olympics athletes, as they prepare for the start of the tournament on February 4th in Beijing. Snowboarder Seamus O'Connor, freestyle skier Bubba Newby, and Alpine skier Tess Arbez joined John Duggan from the pre-training camp in Innsbruck.

Saturday Panel | Week in Review - Ashling Murphy RIP, Djokovic, golf doc

Sat, 15 Jan 2022 15:33:21 +0000

Cliodhna O'Connor, Gavin Cooney and Shane Keegan joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel to discuss the week that was. We discussed Ashling Murphy's horrific murder in Tullamore, and the conversation it has started. We also got into Novak Djokovic's saga in Australia, talks of a golf documentary, and plenty more.

SATURDAY PANEL | 2022 year in sport preview - Six Nations, golf, GAA

Sat, 08 Jan 2022 15:42:51 +0000

The Saturday Panel took a look ahead to the 2022 year in sport this afternoon - as Fiona Hayes, Pillar Caffrey and Gary Murphy joined John Duggan! We talked Irish major hopes in golf, the Six Nations, World Cup ambitions, the GAA, and lots more besides.

Christmas Day Special | OTB Saturday's top 10 sporting moments of 2021

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 13:00:40 +0000

For our Christmas Day OTB Saturday, John Duggan and Shane Hannon have sat down to comb through their top 10 sporting moments of 2021. Sit back and enjoy this look back at the moments that made the last 12 months truly special in a sporting sense. Racing - Rachael Blackmore Golf - Leona Maguire and Phil Mickelson Limerick Hurling Euro 2020 / Republic of Ireland men's and women's Tyrone and Meath Football Kellie Harrington / Olympics Paralympics Verstappen and Hamilton Irish Rugby - All Blacks win Snooker

FOOTBALL SATURDAY | Premier League latest | Champions League & Nations League Draw reaction

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 17:24:42 +0000

Johnny Ward, Dan McDonnell and Mark Lawrenson join John Duggan for OTB Football Saturday. The panel will be reacting to this weekend’s Premier League action (or lack thereof!). We’ll also be reacting to the Champions League and Nations League draw, and reflecting on the career of Sergio Aguero. @SkyIreland

THE SATURDAY PANEL | 2021 Sports books of the year | George Hamilton, John Caulfield and Brendan Fanning

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 14:57:39 +0000

John Duggan joined by sports commentary George Hamilton, Galway United manager John Caulfield and writer for the Independent Brendan Fanning to chat about their books along with the best sporting books of 2021

Formula One Panel | Experts on Hamilton v Verstappen - down to the wire

Sat, 11 Dec 2021 11:15:06 +0000

We had a special Formula One Saturday Panel to mark the final weekend of a pulsating battle for the ages between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. Can Hamilton win a record-breaking eight world title? Or is Dutchman Verstappen on course for his first triumph? Joining John Duggan were five-time Formula One Grand Prix winner John Watson, former F1 driver David Kennedy, and Rebecca Clancy, the motor racing correspondent for The Times and Sunday Times.

Renault Hyrbid Saturday Panel | Jason Sherlock, Mick Galwey and Mickey Quinn

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 17:30:11 +0000

John Duggan joined by former Munster/Ireland and Lions second-row Mick Galwey, 1995 All-Ireland winner with Dublin Jason Sherlock and current Longford footballer Mickey Quinn to discuss the benefits of playing different sports, How they developed as players and so much more! The Saturday Panel is brought to you this week with thanks to the All-New Renault Arkana. The sporty, spacious, hybrid SUV. For more information visit https://www.renault.ie/cars/arkana.html @renaultireland

Saturday Panel | Rassie Erasmus, referee abuse, racism, McIlroy class

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 15:53:06 +0000

We touched on a number of topics from the week gone by on The Saturday Panel this afternoon - including Rassie Erasmus and the issue of dealing with referees. Former Dublin and Cork Camogie star Sarah O'Donovan, ex-Dubs manager Pillar Caffrey, and former Group Head of INM Des Gibson joining John Duggan.

Saturday Panel: Movember | Tom Morrissey, Boidu Sayeh, Emmet Brennan

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 15:34:50 +0000

To mark Movember we were joined on The Saturday Panel today by three ambassadors of the annual charity event! Limerick hurler Tom Morrissey, Olympic boxer Emmet Brennan and Westmeath footballer Boidu Sayeh were with John Duggan.

The Saturday Panel | Basketball in Ireland - state of the nation

Sat, 06 Nov 2021 15:49:32 +0000

We caught up on the basketball state of the nation on The Saturday Panel - Kieran Shannon of the Irish Examiner and DCU Mercy and Ireland star Hannah Thornton joined John Duggan.

Saturday Panel | Sports books of the year; ticket touts; November rugby

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:13:37 +0000

On our Saturday Panel John Duggan was joined by Timmy McCarthy, Gavin Cummiskey and Cliona Foley to relfect on the week's stories. They discussed the sports books of the year, ticket touts, the return of the November international series, and the use of flares and smoke bombs in stadiums.

Saturday Panel | GAA Special Congress reaction - Proposal B defeated

Sat, 23 Oct 2021 13:24:03 +0000

Michael Verney from the Irish Independent and Mick O'Keeffe of Teneo joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel. We had reaction to the GAA Special Congress vote, which ended in defeat for Proposal B. The lads also discussed Henry Shefflin's shock entry into inter-county management with Galway.

SATURDAY PANEL | Proposal B decision - Nickey Brennan and Kevin O'Donovan

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 13:16:44 +0000

We continued our discussion around the proposed new GAA championship structures on The Saturday Panel. This day next week the GAA Special Congress will sit when a decision will be made over Proposal B, or a continuation of the status quo. Former GAA President Nickey Brennan and Cork GAA CEO Kevin O'Donovan joined John Duggan.

SATURDAY PANEL | Indy Racing special - Willy T Ribbs and James Roe | No fear, training with Ali, Indy 500

Sat, 09 Oct 2021 15:10:22 +0000

For our Saturday Panel, Shane Hannon caught up with two Indy drivers at different points in their lives. Willy T Ribbs is a motorsport legend - the first black man to drive in the Indy 500, and first black driver to get behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car. He is also the focus of the Netflix documentary film 'Uppity: The Willy T Ribbs Story'. James Roe is a 22-year-old driver from Kildare who has just finished his rookie year in Indy Pro 2000 - picking up his maiden win in the season finale at Mid-Ohio. Willy talked training with Ali, dealing with racism in motorsport in the 80s, and James outlined his ambition to become the first Irishman to win the iconic Indy 500.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | WEEK IN REVIEW | ALSON MILLER, MICHAEL VERNEY & SHANE KEEGAN

Sat, 02 Oct 2021 17:16:03 +0000

John Duggan joined by 2-time 6 Nations winner Alison Miller, ex-Dundalk manager Shane Keegan and Irish Independent journalist Michael Verney

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Return of indoor sports | Robbie Henshaw, Greta Streimikyte & Nhat Nguyen

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 14:27:09 +0000

Our Saturday Panel today is brought to you by the Sport Ireland Campus, the heartbeat of Irish Sport where high performance, participation and recreational sport live side by side, who are celebrating European Week of Sport to help people #beactive John Duggan joined by Ireland/Leinster/British & Irish Lions star Robbie Henshaw, European medalist and Paralympics 1500 metres runner Greta Streimikyte and Olympics badminton player Nhat Nguyen @SportIreCampus

Saturday Panel | Rugby gender divide, Ryder Cup, Kerry, best sports docs

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 14:20:24 +0000

We talked a lack of respect shown towards female sports stars in Ireland on The Saturday Panel this afternoon. The Ryder Cup, the Kerry management situation, and Brian Cody's longevity also came up, as did our favourite sports documentaries, off the back of the 'SCHUMACHER' film being released on Netflix this week. Máire-Treasa Nic-Cheallaigh, Michael Verney and Gavin Cummiskey joined John Duggan.

Mayo v Tyrone Renault preview panel | Canavan, Brady, Brogan

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 12:26:33 +0000

Peter Canavan, David Brady and Alan Brogan joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel for our final preview of the All-Ireland final, as Mayo and Tyrone do battle. Renault Ireland. Official Car Partner of The GAA. Visit https://www.renault.ie/gaa for more.

The Saturday Panel | John Maughan, Sarah O'Donovan, Shane Keegan

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 14:22:31 +0000

We talked pressure on Stephen Kenny, the importance of backroom teams, and the Mayo hopes for next weekend on The Saturday Panel today. Current Offaly football boss and former Mayo manager John Maughan, ex-Cork and Dublin camogie star Sarah O'Donovan, and the former Dundalk coach Shane Keegan joined John Duggan.

The Saturday Panel | Paralympics Special | John Fulham, Orla Barry and Cliona Foley

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:49:23 +0000

John Duggan joined by Paralympic Discus Thrower, World and European Medalist Orla Barry, 4-time Paralympian John Fulham and freelance sports writer Cliona Foley

The Saturday Panel | Cork v Limerick All-Ireland final preview

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 14:00:06 +0000

Former Cork star Tomás Mulcahy, ex-Limerick player Ciarán Carey, and Kilkenny man Eddie Brennan joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel. They discussed All-Ireland final nostalgia, tomorrow's starting teams, and where Cork v Limerick will be won and lost.

The Saturday Panel | Doctors in Sport special | The importance of CPR & first-aid

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 16:42:03 +0000

On today’s Saturday Panel, John Duggan is joined by Dr. Alan Byrne of the FAI and Dr. Ciaran Cosgrave from the IRFU to discuss the huge importance of proper first-aid and CPR training in sporting organisations.

Saturday Panel | Week in Review and Euro 2020 action

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 15:42:10 +0000

John Duggan is joined by Sport Psychologist Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh, journalist Gavin Cummiskey of the Irish Times and former Louth football manager Wayne Kierans as they discuss the top stories of the week including the start of Euro 2020

Paddy Power Saturday Panel Special | Euros Panel with David Meyler & Richard Dunne

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 15:05:49 +0000

John Duggan joined by two men who have represented Ireland at two of their most recent Euro campaigns such as Euro 2012 and 2016 in David Meyler and Richard Dunne who chat about their tournament memories and what they expect to see in Euro 2020 @PaddyPower

Week Review Panel | Mickelson, Osaka, Portmarnock allowing women

Sat, 29 May 2021 14:14:23 +0000

We had Sky Sports presenter Gráinne McElwain, broadcaster and commentator Timmy McCarthy, and former inter-county hurling referee Brian Gavin alongside John Duggan for The Saturday Panel. We talked Naomi Osaka's refusal to talk to media at the French Open, Phil Mickelson reeling in the years at 50, hurling's rules changing the game, and Portmarnock finally allowing female golfers.

Saturday Panel | Dublin v Kerry - The madness of Thurles 2001

Sat, 22 May 2021 14:26:23 +0000

Former Kerry star Mike Frank Russell, ex-Dub Paul Curran, and the Irish Independent's GAA Correspondent Colm Keys joined John Duggan on this week's Saturday Panel. We got nostalgic with a look back to the iconic draw between the counties at Semple Stadium in Thurles in 2001, and previewed tomorrow's big league clash at the same venue.

SATURDAY PANEL | Week Review: Rory, Furlong, will Olympics happen?

Sat, 15 May 2021 14:28:51 +0000

On The Saturday Panel this week John Duggan was joined by Cliona Foley of Off The Bench, the Irish Examiner's Brendan O'Brien, and former Leinster and Ireland star Bernard Jackman. We dived into some of the top stories of the week - incuding Rory McIlroy back to winning ways, Tadhg Furlong's new contract, the return of the GAA, and we're asking whether or not the Olympic Games should go ahead.

Panel: Art of marathon running | Sonia O'Sullivan, John Treacy, Lizzie Lee

Sat, 08 May 2021 11:15:09 +0000

A fascinating discussion ensued on our Saturday Panel this week on the art of marathon running - as Sonia O'Sullivan, John Treacy and Lizzie Lee joined John Duggan. They discussed their best and worst marathon memories, tips for running 26.2 miles, Olympic experiences, and also the importance of physical education for young kids.

Panel | Kilkenny 4 in a row - Cody magic, dancing on bars, King Henry

Sat, 01 May 2021 14:55:46 +0000

On our Saturday Panel this week John Duggan was joined by former Kilkenny stars Michael Rice, Aidan 'Taggy' Fogarty and Eddie Brennan. We discussed what it was like in Brian Cody's dressing room during the four-in-a-row between 2006 and 2009 - the rivalries with Cork, Galway and Tipp, the celebrations, and a look ahead to this year's championship.

The Saturday Panel | Super League, GAA season, ROG, snooker love-in

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 14:20:22 +0000

On The Saturday Panel this week we discussed the week in review - the failed European Super League, Ronan O'Gara's promotion, the world snooker championship, and the GAA season. Michael Verney, Dave McIntyre and Tim McCarthy joined John Duggan to reflect on the past seven days!

Saturday Panel | Leinster-Munster rivalry, TV paywalls, sport return

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 14:52:19 +0000

On this week's Saturday Panel, we looked back on the week in sport - talking the Leinster v Munster rivalry, sport behind TV paywalls and much more. We also touched on pressure on football managers, and the eventual return to GAA action. John Duggan was joined by broadcaster Máire-Treasa Nic-Cheallaigh, Mick O'Keeffe from Teneo Sports, and rugby writer with the Irish Independent Cian Tracey.

Panel: Racism in sport | Darren Randolph, Jason Sherlock, Des Tomlinson

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 13:30:18 +0000

Irish international goalkeeper Darren Randolph, former Dublin All-Ireland-winning footballer Jason Sherlock, and Des Tomlinson, the FAIs Intercultural National Strategy Coordinator, joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel. It was a discussion on racism in sport, how to combat abuse, and their own experiences of discrimination. This Panel was in conjunction with Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture and the FAI to mark International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

Cheltenham 2021 Preview Panel and tips | Barry Geraghty, Katie Walsh, Paddy Power

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 15:29:39 +0000

Barry Geraghty, Katie Walsh and Paddy Power joined John Duggan for our Cheltenham Feestival preview Saturday Panel. We got their best memories from over the years, and all the day-by-day tips and predictions for next week's action. It's our Cheltenham preview show here on Off The Ball with Paddy Power - don’t feel like a punter, feel like a favourite this Cheltenham.

Saturday Panel | Joe Brolly, James McCartan, Declan Bonner - Ulster golden years

Sat, 06 Mar 2021 13:25:28 +0000

Joe Brolly, James McCartan and Declan Bonner joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel to reflect on the golden years of Ulster football in the early 1990s. We talked the Down teams of 1991 and 1994, Donegal's All-Ireland-winners of '92, and Brolly and co's Derry heroes in '93. Current issues in the GAA were also on the agenda - cynical fouling, Dublin's dominance, life as an inter-county manager in the pandemic and plenty more besides.

The Saturday Panel | Irish Cricket - the incredible win over England 10 years on

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 15:09:13 +0000

On The Saturday Panel we wanted to mark a decade since the Irish cricketers caused a massive upset at the 2011 World Cup - by beating England in Bangalore. Kevin O'Brien, a centurion that day, the then captain William Porterfield, and Ed Joyce, who is now the head coach of the women's national team, all joined John Duggan.

Saturday Panel: Commentary kings | Barry Davies, George Hamilton, Jon Champion

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 13:30:57 +0000

Football commentary legends Barry Davies, George Hamilton and Jon Champion joined John Duggan for this week's Saturday Panel. They talked life behind the mic, their greatest games and moments, run-ins with managers, and witnessing tragedies.

Saturday Panel | Goalkeeper special: Alex Stepney, David Forde, David Preece

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 11:30:35 +0000

On today's Saturday Panel John Duggan was joined by former Manchester United keeper and 1968 European Cup-winner Alex Stepney, ex-Irish international David Forde, and OTB regular David Preece, the one-time Aberdeen net-minder who is now goalkeeping coach with Östersunds FK in Sweden. We discussed their shot-stopping heroes, the art of saving a penalty, goalscoring keepers and much more - plus we hear from Alex Stepney on what it was like lining out alongside Best, Law, and Charlton!

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Wales v Ireland - Davies, Wood, McCarthy

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 12:27:31 +0000

We took a look ahead to tomorrow's crunch Six Nations clash between Wales and Ireland on The Saturday Panel - John Duggan was joined by Jonathan Davies, Keith Wood, and Mike McCarthy. What Welsh weaknesses can Ireland target in Cardiff? Will the lack of fans play a big role? What are the greatest Wales v Ireland matches in history, and did the lads enjoy playing in them? @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs

Saturday Panel | Bohs v Shamrock Rovers rivalry - nostalgia and classic games

Sat, 23 Jan 2021 14:51:25 +0000

It's a huge rivalry in Dublin football, and there have been plenty of massive games over the years - and on today's Saturday Panel we reflected on Bohemians v Shamrock Rovers classics. What are your favourite memories and players from the two League of Ireland giants over the years? What other LOI rivalries come close to it? Former Bohs captain and manager Owen Heary, ex-Shamrock Rovers and Bohs star Tony Cousins (now the Rovers u17 head coach), and Derek Pender, who played for both clubs, joined John Duggan!

The Saturday Panel | Rugby's good old amateur days, Richard Harris, Lions tours

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 15:12:48 +0000

Former Irish rugby internationals Mick Galwey, Nick Popplewell and Niall Woods joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel this week! We discussed the amateur era of the game, the training differences compared to today, concussion, and even a Richard Harris visit to a dressing room.

The Saturday Panel | Irish Olympic hopefuls in canoeing, taekwondo, walking

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 15:03:09 +0000

Two-time Olympic walker Brendan Boyce, sprint canoeist Jenny Egan, and Taekwondo star Jack Woolley joined John Duggan on The Saturday Panel for a discussion at the beginning of this Olympic year. The trio discussed how their training has been hampered by Covid, how they first got involved in their respective sports, and their hopes for Tokyo 2021.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | Week in review and Hopes for 2021

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 17:12:09 +0000

Johnny Ward joined on the Saturday Panel by sports commentator Dave McIntyre, ex-Ireland rugby 7's player and Kerry footballer Louise Galvin and former Irish basketball captain and coach Timmy McCarthy to discuss the big talking points from the week, what they hope to see in 2021 and much more!

The Saturday Panel | Hurling final preview - Dowling, Connors, Fogarty

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 15:09:43 +0000

Former Limerick star Shane Dowling, ex-Waterford hurler Noel Connors, and ex-Kilkenny player Taggy Fogarty all joined John Duggan to look ahead to tomorrow's All-Ireland hurling final. We discussed where the game might be won or lost, the key match-ups, the Treaty and Déise respective seasons so far, and what All-Ireland final day is like.