101 Great GAA Controversies

101 Great GAA Controversies is a collection of fascinating accounts from the field with appearances from some famous and infamous personalities, including Joe Brolly, Ger Loughnane, Pat Spillane, and Babs Keating. It covers major controversies from the last 130 years, such as the Cork hurling strikes, Bloody Sunday, the Battle of Omagh, the Tony Keady affair, Louth's lost Leinster final, Kerry's undressing, the Sky Sports deal, and the 1998 hurling summer.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

101 Great GAA Controversies is a captivating compilation of captivating accounts from the field, featuring notable and infamous personalities such as Joe Brolly, Ger Loughnane, Pat Spillane, and Babs Keating. Spanning a remarkable 130 years of history, this book delves into the major controversies that transform national games into nationwide issues, often eliciting frustration but never lacking in intrigue.

From the tumultuous Cork hurling strikes to the tragic Bloody Sunday, from the intense Battle of Omagh to the controversial Tony Keady affair, from Louth's heartbreaking loss in the Leinster final to Kerry's audacious undressing, and from the controversial Sky Sports deal to the unforgettable hurling summer of 1998, this collection offers a treasure trove of insights and anecdotes that will captivate fans of Gaelic Games.

Featuring epic tales from Gaelic football, women's football, camogie, and hurling, this book caters to the interests of fans of all GAA sports, perpetuating the rich lore and traditions of the Gaelic Games. Prepare to be entertained, enlightened, and perhaps even swayed by the stories contained within these pages, as 101 Great GAA Controversies takes you on a journey through the heart of Irish sports history.

Weight: 304g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785304644