The Backdoor Cut Podcast

In this episode, we discuss the challenges and opportunities facing teams in the inter-county football championship, focusing on Dublin’s unwavering intent to score and Galway’s quality in the forward line. We also talk about the importance of bridging the gap between fans and players, managing hamstring injuries, and prioritising recovery. We emphasise the need for speed, exec

This week we dive into the physical and mental challenges of intercounty GAA players, combining personal experiences with discussions on injury management, the role of sports psychology, and the impact of coaching philosophies. We give our take on both the Ulster & Leinster Finals. We also examine the broader issues within GAA, such as game accessibility and fan engagement, em

In this episode of The Backdoor Cut, the team delves into an array of topics spanning defensive strategies, a review of the fixtures last weekend, Provincial Finals previews & predictions, and principles for injury rehab and carb loading. The discussion includes insights into playing defence, preparing for games, and optimising performance through training scenarios and recover

This week we dive headfirst into the heartache of losing an Ulster Quarter Final as we are joined by Paddy Lynch of Cavan. Recorded less than 24 hours after their loss to Tyrone, this episode provides a firsthand account of the emotional aftermath following a one-point loss and the silver linings that come from putting in a performance that many didn’t think was possible after a

Kildare's own Kevin Feely joins us fresh off the field with insight into how they ground out a win in their latest clash with Wicklow. He describes for us the chaos and the electric atmosphere of those final moments. The absent Darragh McGurn gets a mention but we then move on to speak about Eoghan’s involvement in Antrim’s loss to Down, and his perspective on what went f

Today's episode of the podcast is an exciting one, as we sat down with fan favourite and Fermanagh legend, Seán Quigley. Seán has only been separated from the Fermanagh senior panel for just a year so this is the first time that he can give his candid views on their chances in the Ulster Championship, and how he's seen the game progress over the last decade. We spoke ab

In today's episode, Darragh, Eoghan, and Petey discuss the emotions and strategies that impact an inter-county GAA player. Darragh shares his journey of resilience from injury setbacks to now getting back onto the field, while Eoghan delves into the impatience of versatility within games at the highest level. There are plenty of debates around the league format, from the sign

In today's episode, Darragh, Eoghan, and Petey open up about the rush of returning to club football and players being eager to get game time. Eoghan discusses managing game time for peak performance and the personal win of playing alongside his brother. This episode sheds light on player rotation and preparation. How preparation can differ between starting players and those

In todays episode, Darragh, Eoghan and Petey delve into the most recent round of national league fixtures, as well as their views on the final 2 rounds where things are heating up for Fermanagh especially. Eoghan speaks about his response to defeat and how he uses setbacks as fuel to drive him on and improve as a a player. The lads also debate interesting topics around preparatio

Join the lads this week as they discuss their continued efforts to come back from injury. The effect that away days have on the team mentality going into GAA games A round up of last weeks main GAA fixtures. If any GAA player was to cross over into another sport, what would it be and who? Also could Erling Haaland compete at the same level if he was to come and play GAA? The l