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Declan Drake
11 months
The greatest story of the GAA footballing year is complete. The ultimate inspiration in the persuit of excellence and achievement. Well done Stephen Cluxton one of the games true greats.
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Declan Drake
11 months
Great to see the flags of @stpatsfc and @bfcdublin flying proudly along the quays ahead of Sunday's Sports Direct @IrelandFootball Cup Final
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Declan Drake
5 years
Not really bothered about how many times the 4 in a row All Ireland Champions do or don't appear on live TV. Its far more important that Dubliners grasp as many possible opportunities as they can to see in person this golden generation of players proud to wear our shirt.
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Declan Drake
6 years
Its important that boys and girls growing up in our great city and county don't think football is only played on TV. @tallaghtstadium Friday night for @ShamrockRovers v @derrycityfc a good place to start to show them otherwise. @SSEAirtricityLg @TheEchoOnline
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Declan Drake
3 years
James Madden lost his father during the week and today turned in a superb display to help @DubGAAOfficial hurlers into the Leinster Final. Full Credit to him. @Bodengaa 👏👏
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Declan Drake
2 years
Another epic piece of television magic from @TG4TV on the Anton O Toole documentary. So poignant another blues legend Brian Mullins featured so prominently throughout. Can imagine The Blue Panther, Mullins, Mick Holden Richie Crean and Heffo looking down and saying nice job. 👍
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Declan Drake
5 years
@Ireunderworld @johnnyoconn Identify those involved and issue life time bans end of. O tolerance policy should be applied 👽
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Declan Drake
6 years
Certain people on here suggesting even Dublin "fans" were getting bored?? How can you be bored watching arguably the greatest team in the history of Gaelic Football? The short sleeve part time brigade numbers down without a doubt but the real fans never waver.
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Declan Drake
9 months
The greatest moment of 2023 without a doubt. Privileged to have reported on an 8th All Ireland mens football win in my radio career. The girls winning back the Brendan Martin Cup a close second. Believe in yourself and your ability. All the best for 2024.
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Declan Drake
6 years
Potential for something special happening @ShamrockRovers this season. A team built on defensive stability and fluency in midfield. If the goals scored v chances created ratio was improved then they would be a match for anyone in this league.
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Declan Drake
5 years
How many clubs sign 2 players who score 36 goals between them on loan, loose them back to their parent clubs and then resign them? The magic of the Town @Official_STFC @SwindonTownFans @eoindoyle88 @swindonadver
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Declan Drake
1 year
Best wishes to a fantastic footballer and smashing lady Jennifer Dunne of @CualaCLG as she embarks on her Australian adventure . Safe travels Jen. Thanks for the memories so far and the quality interviews. The last of which is to come this Saturday. ✈️
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Declan Drake
2 years
Congrats to @aisling_maher from @CamogieDublin and #leinstercamogie champions @StVincentsGAA1 on her appointment as Senior Dublin Camogie skipper for 2023.
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Declan Drake
6 years
Fair play to Michael Fitzimons of @CualaCLG lining out for his county tonight after the sad passing of his granny. Sympathies to Michael and family.
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Declan Drake
1 year
It doesn't really matter what any one outside Dublin says at the moment as it's all opinion. Fact is highlighted in the attached picture. #Allirelandchampions23
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Declan Drake
4 years
The worst feeling in the world was to hear your loved one contracted #COVID19 in the nursing home environment. Helplessness and a sense of isolation was frightening. My mam was sole survivor in a room of 4... #waroncovid
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Declan Drake
6 years
Dublin will play where they are scheduled to play. Never an issue for the champions or complaint. Tired now of them being dragged into issues quite frankly beneath them.🤔
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Declan Drake
6 years
Ironic that some calling for Stephen Kenny's appointment as next @FAIreland boss wouldn't cross the road to watch a domestic game #boss
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Declan Drake
2 years
Mattie Kenny departs as @DubGAAOfficial hurling boss. I have known Mattie since before the great @CualaCLG days even began. A thorough gentleman who gave his all to the County every minute of every day. Sorry it didn't end on a better note. Dublin hurling says thanks Mattie. 👍👍
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Declan Drake
2 years
40 years after his winning his All Ireland medal the legend that is Ciarán Duff pictured supporting @DubGAAOfficial here in Navan
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Declan Drake
6 years
With the last gig of the year done n dusted, time to say thanks to all clubs and our great county teams for co operation in 2018. Thanks to all friends in football aswell for the same assistance. Happy Christmas to all and every best wish in 2019
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Declan Drake
5 years
One of my sporting aspirations of 2020 is to see the @DubGAAOfficial hurlers push on and deliver on their promise. The appointment of Danny Sutcliffe from @clgnaomhjude as captain is an exciting one. Hopefully he can stay injury free and lead with pride.
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Declan Drake
3 years
We must have @Kelly64kg at Croke Park next Saturday evening to celebrate her Olympic gold medal success. What a racket 24,000 people would generate for that moment and its only a short walk there for the champ. Let's make it happen @officialgaa @TeamIreland @FM104
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Declan Drake
5 years
Tonight I think of the Blue Panther the great Heffo and the likes of Andy Kettle all of whom were true blue loyal servants to @DubGAAOfficial and would have relished today's historic triumph by the greatest team to play the game. @Tempsyngest @RoyCurtis68 #fallenheroes
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Declan Drake
6 years
Hope those who watched @Laochra_Gael tonight enjoyed seeing Dully the loving husband and proud daddy. A man of substance and character. Could teach many a lesson in humility.. Again a masterpiece from @TG4TV . @DubGAAOfficial @Fingallians
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Declan Drake
7 years
Con O Callaghan of @CualaCLG wins no fewer than 3 All Ireland Medals in 2017 aswell as whole host of other achievements. Andy Moran did not even win a provincial medal. Guess who made short list for RTE Sports Award?
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Declan Drake
7 years
Con O Callaghan of @CualaCLG is the ultimate gem. 8 days after back to back All Ireland Club medals he makes his return to County footballers to claim another National title.
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Declan Drake
1 month
Gavin Kilkenny signs 2 year deal @Official_STFC after departing @afcbournemouth . Another Dubliner through the door at SN1 to join his manager Mark Kennedy 🇮🇪
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Declan Drake
11 months
Thinking tonight of the late great Jimmy Gray and what that @clgNaFianna senior hurling county title win would have meant to him as a hurling man A special day for the crew on the Mobhi Road and a sweet success.
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Declan Drake
5 years
Today our parish has a chance to strike back against many negative stereo types through the wonderful world of ⚽. Best wishes to Martin @marcjohnkenny and all our wonderful players in the final of the @FAIreland Intermediate Cup Final. The Village holds its breath. #crumlin
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Declan Drake
5 years
Sorry to hear of the passing of the great Anton O Toole. A true blue to the core. R. I.P. Blue Panther #bluelegend
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Declan Drake
7 months
Support for the beleaguered Palestine nation here at Croke Park tonight.
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Declan Drake
2 years
Thanks to @trollier10 for the exclusive first interview since announcing his retirement from @DubGAAOfficial hurling recently. A wide ranging chat on his career his love of @NaomhFionnbarra and the prospects for the county team in 2023. 📻 Broadcast times to follow soon.
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Declan Drake
11 months
The longest journey starts with the smallest steps. ⚽🏒 Thanks to our club GPO Jay Perry for a great course @CrumlinGAA
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Declan Drake
3 years
Happy Christmas one and all who engage with me here. Stay safe and enjoy the holidays. 🎉🤶☃️
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Declan Drake
5 years
First #GeneralElection2020 leaflet received today. No bother to the new mum of twins 👍 @cardagh @fiannafailparty
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Declan Drake
2 years
This Cup was the All Ireland SHC trophy pre the Mc Carthy Cup. It was won by @FaughsGAA in 1922 for the 1920 Final when clubs represented the county. Full story of a big commerartion event this Sunday on @DublinSport1068 Saturday morning around 9.25am
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Declan Drake
3 years
Back safely from Semple Stadium after a disappointing night. Many thanks to the stewards and officials of @TipperaryGAA for their professionalism courtesy and co operation. Could teach some a thing or two.
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Declan Drake
10 months
4 years ago today Dessie Farrell of @clgNaFianna was appointed manager of the @DubGAAOfficial Senior Footballers. So far with the county at senior level it's 2 SFC All Irelands, 4 Leinster titles and a Div 2 league title. The class of 23 receive their Celtic crosses Sat night🥇
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Declan Drake
3 years
Great to see the youngsters back at half time on the Parnell Park pitch..
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Declan Drake
10 months
Pictured with @CrumlinGAA camogie star young player of the year Abby Ryan at tonights @fodh awards night
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Declan Drake
6 years
Appropriate at this moment to extend thanks to @DubGAAOfficial Hurling Boss Pat Gilroy, Skipper @ChrisCrummey and all the crew for their co operation through out league and championship campaign of 2018. Was not to be our year but no doubt 2019 will be a very positive one.
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Declan Drake
3 years
. Thanks to Niall Scully for this in today's Herald. Dublin GAA is back every Tuesday from today in the paper. Great coverage across the city and county of all 4 codes. @DublinSport1068 @Sunshine1068fm @DubGAAOfficial @dublinladiesg @CamogieDublin
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Declan Drake
6 years
Nicole Owens is the type of role model, young people in this rapidly changing country should look up to. Her powerful performance on TV last night should be a shining light for all who have dark days. Well done young lady and good luck today🏆
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Declan Drake
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Declan Drake
5 years
Said on 📻 this am we can beat anybody in Parnell Park on our day.. So proud of the boys in blue 💙
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Declan Drake
3 years
A treasured memory of Macca. The trips to the County Ground will be the same again.
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Declan Drake
2 years
@rtenews @TomDouglas95 End this madness. The lift doesn't go all the way up with this family. Should at this stage have book thrown at them for so many things. Far more deserving and law abiding citizens need access to the courts rather than this circus of a family.
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Declan Drake
6 years
4 in a row. Some performance today by the @DubGAAOfficial Senior Footballers. Well done to everybody involved. Days like this should be savoured and cherished. Our golden generation deliver in style again. #4inarow
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Declan Drake
5 years
The news Jim Gavin has stepped down as manager of the greatest football team of all time is a day we hoped might be a year away yet. Thanks for all the great days and all the honour you brought to our great city and county. What now for Cluxton?
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Declan Drake
6 months
@DubGAAOfficial football boss Dessie Farrell confirms Stephen Cluxton and Michael Fitzsimons remain part of Dublin panel and "are training away. we hope to have them come championship ". On James Mc Carthy "he has a couple of knocks but hopeful to have him available aswell"
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Declan Drake
6 years
Driving down the quays in Dublin this am, great to see Cork and Kilkenny flags flying. Where are the Dublin flags @DubCityCouncil ? County in an All Ireland Camogie Final today in case you did not know. Sort it out for next Sunday🤗
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Declan Drake
3 months
What a day for Abby and her fantastic @CamogieDublin team mates as they book place in semi final of the Glen Dimplex All Ireland Senior Camogie Championship. The blues have beaten Kilkenny 1-13 (16) to 0-12 in quarter final at Croke Park @CrumlinGAA @OfficialCamogi
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Declan Drake
2 years
A member of the @stpatsfc hospitality team reported to have been verbally abused by member of visiting media post match here in Tallaght Stadium.. The individual has been spoken to by @stpatsfc and by an @FAIreland official.
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Declan Drake
9 months
A picture to savour. In the darkest of hours in the ⚽ world the slightest glimmer of light is to be welcomed. This light shines brightly after a huge FA Youth Cup upset..
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Declan Drake
2 years
Aisling Maher pays tribute to the late Brian Mullins who would have relished last nights @CamogieDublin success by his beloved @StVincentsGAA1
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Declan Drake
3 years
Delighted and proud to be making @rte Saturday Sport debut tomorrow for #lidl Ladies NFL Semi Final @dublinladiesg v Mayo tomorrow in Limerick. 🙏⚽📻
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Declan Drake
3 years
Good weekend for Dublin GAA. Counties footballers win O Byrne Cup, the hurlers with a hat trick of wins book Walsh Cup final berth. Our junior champions @clgnaomhjude and Intermediate Queens @OfficialSylsGAA secure places in . All Ireland Club finals.
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Declan Drake
2 years
The great Peadar Carton Snr @OTooles_GAC pictured on right on his induction to the Leinster Gaa Hall of Fame for 2021 at Croke Park this afternoon. Congratulations Peadar and thanks for your contribution to @DubGAAOfficial hurling.
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Declan Drake
2 months
Dublin City is alive alive o on a pleasant August evening. This sight one to behold savour and cherish for ever as our great capitals first lady smashes through a golden ceiling in the cauldron of Roland Garros the home of many epic moments in its illustrious history. 🏅🏅
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Declan Drake
6 months
One for the good people of @tomasdaibhis in today's match programme. #dubvderry
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Declan Drake
5 months
No retained list issued by @Official_STFC today. Should one be surprised? Answer is of course no. Will probably come out in mid May when some remembers.. Club is disfunctional and a problem child.. Time for change is now and not just in the boardroom. #reclaimourclub
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Declan Drake
2 years
I love my hurling and always do my best for @DubGAAOfficial hurlers in promotion terns. Tonight's combination of events in the @gaaleinster SHC leaves me heavy hearted and at the lowest level since Ger Cunningham was in charge.
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Declan Drake
4 years
At Pearse Park this morning with @CrumlinGAA legend Brian Mc Mahon the All Star hurling full forward of 1990.
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Declan Drake
3 years
Fantastic night to be in Thurles for a stirring @DubGAAOfficial hurlers league win over Tipperary. Character required at key stages and they had it. 2 wins from 3 in league now the other being a draw with Waterford. The graph continues upwards.
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Declan Drake
5 years
Dublin based care centre #kiltipperwoods launching its own in house radio station in next few minutes to allow relatives send dedications and requests to their loved ones in isolation. Great and innovative concept 👍
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Declan Drake
4 years
The class of the champions honouring the Bloody Sunday victims
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Declan Drake
7 years
Lets get the turnstiles clicking sweetly at the Cross and Tallaght next Thursday. All for one. One for all @CorkCityFC @ShamrockRovers
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Declan Drake
1 year
One for the @Official_STFC contingent.
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Declan Drake
5 years
Welll done to Chris Crummey @GAALucan and Eoghan O Donnell on their All Star hurling nominations as a result of their fine efforts with @DubGAAOfficial hurlers in 2019.
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Declan Drake
7 years
As a Dublin station @FM104 have backed @CualaCLG directly for thé last 3 years. It has been an honour and a pleasure being part of their great days especially today in Portlaoise. Thanks to all for co operation and assistance #2inarow
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Declan Drake
2 years
The death of Brian Mullins a couple of days after his 68th birthday is sad news to hear. Sympathies to family friends @StVincentsGAA1 @DubGAAOfficial @UCDGAA
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Declan Drake
5 years
Olwen Carey of @tomasdaibhis has opted out of the @dublinladiesg squad to concentrate on her studies in 2020. A massive loss will be the 3 time All Ireland Medalist and first time All Star in 2019. A player of real quality in a no fuss under the radar way.
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Declan Drake
4 years
Who ever takes the reigns up on the Kiltipper Road after the departure of Paul Kelly from @tomasdaibhis , has plenty of talent available to drive the club forward in a positive sense at Senior Level in the @DubGAAOfficial SFC. Patience is the key..
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Declan Drake
6 years
The return of @ConalKeaney to Dublins starting 15 for @gaaleinster SHC do or die clash with Offaly is most welcome.
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Declan Drake
4 months
Former @Official_STFC loanee Jake O Brien comes off the bench to make @IrelandFootball senior international debut v Hungary in Dublin.
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Declan Drake
4 years
Exceptional care and attention by the staff at #Tallaght Hospital over night especially Colleen to my mam. Real heroes working in exceptionally difficult circumstances with a super positive aproach👌 Forever greatful to the team there.
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Declan Drake
6 years
Fair play to @LyndseyDavey who after bringing her goal tally in @lidl_ireland Ladies NFL Division 1 to 3 in 2 games was coming back to do a night shift @DublinAirport tonight.. Still a top performer and a vital cog in the @dublinladiesg machine in 2019. #SeriousSupport
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Declan Drake
4 years
The end of an era with the retirement of the legend that is @dermoc123 . A footballing genius who lit up many a summers day and evening in blue for @DubGAAOfficial . Quite simply the best naturally gifted audacious player I have been privileged to see play.
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Declan Drake
5 years
What a week for the Hetherton family. First Niamh wins her first All Ireland medal at senior level with @dublinladiesg then brother John shoots the lights out for @StVincentsGAA1 to oust holders @Bodengaa from @DubGAAOfficial SH A Championship.
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Declan Drake
1 year
Thinking of the late Jimmy Gray this evening after @clgNaFianna win over @KCrokesGAAClub in Dublin SH A Championship..
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Declan Drake
7 years
3 fine wins for Dublin GAA today with @CualaCLG reaching back to back All Ireland SHC Finals and 2 Croke Park wins for @dublinladiesg and @DubGAAOfficial . My. Colleague @LouPhelan has all the reaction on @FM104 Sport from 7am tmw
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Declan Drake
6 years
Had been hoping for my life time to see @DubGAAOfficial play in Croke Park on the first Sunday in September in a final and this year it will happen.............. #championship18
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Declan Drake
4 years
Ready for Croker..
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Declan Drake
5 years
Still here after talking to Dean Rock Brian Fenton and the boss man Jim Gavin. #5inarow
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Declan Drake
2 years
Good news from Dublin clubs continues with @StVincentsGAA1 reaching Leinster Senior Club camogie final this afternoon with a home win in last 4 over Thomastown from Kilkenny. Nice one Vins @FM104
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Declan Drake
4 years
Sad to learn of the passing of the great Brendan Moran of @Bodengaa . From a wonderful family of sport who gave so much to Dublin GAA and Irish football. Condolances to the Moran family and all at Boden.
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Declan Drake
4 years
@ShamrockRovers Another sad story of another premature death of a dedicated Rovers fan. Dec was some character, had many great discussions with him over the years. Condolances to his family and friends.
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Declan Drake
5 years
Programme note yesterday from Michael Seavers the new @DubGAAOfficial County Board chairman in relation to incidents at Croke Park pre the Allianz NFL clash with Kerry. @HNolan101 @BarryF16 @WeAreDub
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Declan Drake
7 years
Olwyn Carey @tomasdaibhis We Are Dublin Ladies Young Player of the Year @dublinladiesg
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Declan Drake
11 months
30 years ago today my good friend the late great @Official_STFC legend Alan Mc Loughlin scored his most famous international ⚽🥅 to send @IrelandFootball to the World Cup for USA 94. Thinking today of the big man and his family.🇮🇪
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Declan Drake
5 years
First time tonight to watch the #TommyTiernanShow and what a breath of fresh air. No RTE canteen raided for guests, no conveyor belt of same old jaded predictable faces. Best of all no real inkling what's going on just the best of natural chat 👍
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Declan Drake
6 years
One radio station is consistent all year round supporting @DubGAAOfficial @dublinladiesg @CamogieDublin in inter county league and championship. @FM104 will have hurling boss Mattie Kenny on sports bulletins from 7am tmw. #bluestogether
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Declan Drake
5 years
Great privilege to once again front @FM104 coverage on Saturday and Sunday from Croke Park as our magnificant blue shirted heroes go into battle in search of All Ireland Glory. @DubGAAOfficial @dublinladiesg @WeAreDub #COYBIG #COYGIB
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Declan Drake
5 years
Brendan Moran wearing the bainisteoir bib for @Bodengaa B Hurlers tonight. A real all rounder from a legendary family in Dublin sport and sports medicine with brothers Kevin and Dr. Ray. Brendan was chair of Boden when they won Club All Ireland SFC.
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Declan Drake
3 years
With our footballers in crisis, why not if you don't already get behind @DubGAAOfficial hurlers? A team developing nicely at present with 6 games unbeaten in 2022. Next up @TipperaryGAA in Thurles next Saturday in @Allianz NHL.. Why not let the train take the strain? @IrishRail
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Declan Drake
1 year
If I was appointing a replacement for John Costello I would be seeking out former @DubGAAOfficial football and hurling boss Pat Gilroy. A wealth of commercial experience and knowledge of the scene in Dublin. Wasn't to far off top job in @officialgaa a few years back.
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Declan Drake
5 years
Wonderful night of celebration. with the finest group of women you could wish to be involved with in a sporting sense. Everyone a true hero that deserves their reward be it a 4th medal or a first. Really pleased for one or two in particular 😇 @dublinladiesg
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Declan Drake
2 years
Absolutely devastated to hear the news of Momos passing. A true Bohemian who was always a warm hearted loyal individual. Spoke to him post @DundalkFC game last Friday we had a real laugh. Symparhies to Elaine his family friends and the @bfcdublin family. RIP my friend. 😥
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Declan Drake
2 years
Full time here in Clontarf in the @GoAheadIreland Dublin SHL Division 2 relegation playoff. 14 man @CrumlinGAA 1-14(17) @ScoilCLG 1-13 (16) @RnnMacLochlainn @DubMatchTracker @WeAreDub
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