In the very first episode of Beyond the 65’, Bubbles and Conor sit down with Luke to dive into one of the toughest parts of any inter-county player's life – pre-season. From freezing nights slogging it out on muddy pitches to gruelling boxing sessions in the gym, the lads share stories of some of the hardest pre-season campaigns they’ve ever endured and reflect on just how much things have changed over the years.But it’s not all about the pain! The duo also recall their first on-pitch encounters with each other, the growing demands on club players today, and what it felt like to pull on the county jersey for the very first time in their debut seasons.It’s a mix of laughs, nostalgia, and insight into the realities of life as an inter-county hurler. Don’t miss this cracking opening episode of Beyond the 65. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Introducing Beyond The 65
Step into the heart of hurling with Beyond The 65’, brought to you by talkSPORT Ireland – the new show for GAA fans who want more than just the highlights. Hosted by Luke Delaney, the show takes you behind the scenes to uncover what life is really like for elite senior inter-county hurlers.Joined by Tipperary legend John ‘Bubbles’ O’Dwyer and current Wexford sharpshooter Conor McDonald, Luke and the lads delve into everything from the adrenaline-fuelled big match days to the grind of pre-season training – and all the moments in between. With no topic off-limits, expect candid conversations, insider insights, and plenty of laughs along the way.New episodes drop every other Wednesday, so make sure you’re ready to go Beyond The 65’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Step into the heart of hurling with Beyond The 65’, brought to you by talkSPORT Ireland – the new show for GAA fans who want more than just the highlights. Hosted by Luke Delaney, the show takes you behind the scenes to uncover what life is really like for elite senior inter-county hurlers.Joined by Tipperary legend John ‘Bubbles’ O’Dwyer and current Wexford sharpshooter Conor McDonald, Luke and the lads delve into everything from the adrenaline-fuelled big match days to the grind of pre-season training – and all the moments in between. With no topic off-limits, expect candid conversations, insider insights, and plenty of laughs along the way.New episodes drop every other Wednesday, so make sure you’re ready to go Beyond The 65’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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