Ireland – 0
Wales – 0
After disappointment earlier in the week, Ireland was set to face Wales in the Nations League at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday. It was a particularly dramatic morning on October 11 for Irish football, …
Sport
The challenge of protecting players in professional sport
Leagues across the world are handling the current global pandemic in creative ways. More extreme approaches seem to be more effective in protecting staff and players
It is no surprise that coronavirus has rocked sports leagues all over the world. With sport initially being put on hold and many seasons cancelled, organisations have had to adapt to the evolving situation. With no precedent to turn to, …
Substantive change, or all for show?
The Black Lives Matter Movement has forced the sporting world to look in the mirror, but has the reflection truly changed?
Following the death of George Floyd, the Black Lives Matter Movement erupted, not only in terms of its relevance, but in its exposure. The globe united in protest against not just the horrific murder of Floyd, but against systematic racism …
Playing through a pandemic
A look at the life of an athlete in quarantine
Since the outbreak of Covid-19, many people have been longing for the return of sport. As much fun as it is to watch highlights of glory days or to become obsessed with Formula 1 having watched F1: Drive to Survive, …
Out of Left Field: DU Equestrian Club
Club Presidents Zoe Coakley and Robbie Kearns, as well as Captain Ciara Gilroy, discuss their pitches to incoming freshers and their love of the sport.
There aren’t many kids who’ve grown up with access to horses and the ability to ride, especially if you’re from the city. But that doesn’t have to mean the opportunity to try something new isn’t out there. The DU Equestrian …
Regular exercise is crucial now more than ever
Building a habit of staying active daily is especially important for students during these exceptional times.
While restrictions continue until a vaccine exists, building a habit of physical activity is vital for mental health.
Covid-19 has taken over our lives. Being confined to our homes is the new normal and it is now a special occasion …
Five Trinity sports teams given exemption from restrictions prohibiting matches
Individual training can still take place for other clubs as well as in groups of up to 15 as long as no contact is made
Five of Trinity’s high level sports teams have been granted government exemption from level 3 restrictions and can train and compete with appropriate guidelines in place. Trinity Women’s Basketball, Men’s 1st Rugby team, Women’s 1st and Men’s 1st Hockey teams, …
The Last Dance is the sport fix we all needed
Following Michael Jordan’s journey for his sixth championship with the Bulls, the new docuseries satisfies sport cravings amid the lack of live events.
Although there have not been many winners in the fight against the coronavirus, Michael Jordan treated it like the LaBradford Smith of infectious diseases: just another obstacle to motivate athletes around the world. The Last Dance was going to be …
Trinity Sport Centre reopens with social distancing, online booking, and reduced hours
Changing rooms and shower facilities remain closed
Trinity Sport Centre and its outdoor campus facilities have reopened today with reduced operating hours and new social distancing measures in place.
A one-way system has been introduced for entering and exiting the gym, which must be accessed through the …
Trinity sports scholar shortlisted for FAI International award
Soccer player Sadhbh Doyle is nominated in the Under-19 Women’s category
Trinity student Sadhbh Doyle has been nominated for Under-19 women’s International Player of the Year in the Football Association of Ireland’s (FAI) International Awards.
Doyle, who plays with Trinity Women’s Soccer, is a dentistry student, and was chosen as one …