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Only 5km apart, two east Cork parishes are both just one step from All-Ireland hurling glory | Independent.ie
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Steeped in Irish tradition' - Hurling in Croke Park makes Lonely Planet Top 10 local sports list | Independent.ie
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When you play GAA in London, for that one hour and the hours leading up to the game you feel Irish' | Independent.ie
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Louth hurling manager Trevor Hilliard receives a boost as two new players join the squad | Independent.ie
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Tipperary v Waterford: Throw-in time, TV and live stream details for Munster SHC game | Independent.ie
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Munster GAA CEO says showing all the province's hurling championship games free-to-air 'isn't possible' | Independent.ie
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Gearoid Hegarty back in Limerick starting team for crucial Munster tie against Tipperary | Independent.ie
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GAA: Ballygunner pay penalty as St Thomas' upset the odds to reach All-Ireland club SHC final | Independent.ie
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We want a free-flowing and fast game' - Brendan Cummins blasts 'frustrating' advantage rule | Independent.ie
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Opportunity for Cork fringe players to impress in Munster Hurling League clash with Limerick | Independent.ie
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Wicklow GAA delegates pass motion calling for age limit of inter-county referees to be raised from 50 to 53 | Independent.ie
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Limerick v Kilkenny, All-Ireland SHC Final: Treaty claim famous four-in-a-row at Croke Park | Independent.ie
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Liam Blanchfield called back into Kilkenny fold after fine form with Bennettsbridge | Independent.ie
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Player ratings: Limerick star Aaron Gillane could have sealed Hurler of the Year with this performance | Independent.ie
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Letters: South-east's hurling demise is big worry, but more must be done to preserve the sport | Independent.ie
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