O'Shea and Manley lead Ireland for international shinty showdown
Renowned managers Eamon O'Shea and Ger Manley have been appointed to steer the Irish squads for the upcoming hybrid international fixtures. This high-stakes double-header against Scotland is scheduled to revitalise the sporting calendar at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this October.
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The stage is set for a magnificent celebration of heritage sports as the management teams for the 2026 Shinty-Hurling and Camogie Internationals are confirmed. Ireland will host their Scottish rivals for an electrifying double-header at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday, 24 October, with the women’s match commencing at 4pm, followed by the men’s fixture at 6pm.
Former Tipperary hurling boss Eamon O’Shea steps into the role of manager for the men’s side, supported by coach Tommy Dunne and a seasoned management team including John Considine, Seamus Plunkett, Patrick Hannon, and Conor Hayes. O’Shea expressed his enthusiasm for the challenge, noting that the event provides a premier platform for hurlers to demonstrate their technical prowess on an international stage.
Meanwhile, Cork’s 2026 All-Ireland winning manager Ger Manley returns to lead the women’s squad, building on his successful tenure last year. He will be joined by a distinguished management group comprising Gemma O’Connor, Elaine Dowds, Jennifer Mehigan, Kieran McCarthy, and Pat O’Neill. Full details regarding the upcoming fixtures and team preparations are available on the official GAA website.
Former Tipperary hurling boss Eamon O’Shea steps into the role of manager for the men’s side, supported by coach Tommy Dunne and a seasoned management team including John Considine, Seamus Plunkett, Patrick Hannon, and Conor Hayes. O’Shea expressed his enthusiasm for the challenge, noting that the event provides a premier platform for hurlers to demonstrate their technical prowess on an international stage.
Meanwhile, Cork’s 2026 All-Ireland winning manager Ger Manley returns to lead the women’s squad, building on his successful tenure last year. He will be joined by a distinguished management group comprising Gemma O’Connor, Elaine Dowds, Jennifer Mehigan, Kieran McCarthy, and Pat O’Neill. Full details regarding the upcoming fixtures and team preparations are available on the official GAA website.