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Football Review Committee 2024/2025
Football Review Committee
REVIEW OF GAELIC FOOTBALL 2024/2025
The Football Review Interim report is available here（https://res.cloudinary.com/dvrbaruzq/image/private/t_q-best/prd/rsjx0v8vgspntb6cwhfz.pdf） and in the downloads section below.
To contact the Football Review Committee further please email frc@gaa.ie
Rationale
This Football Review emanates from the Strategic Plan Aontas 2026（https://www.gaa.ie/api/images/image/upload/eaet9kdjj5xfaggbxylm.pdf） in its vision statement ‘ to be a sustainable community-based and volunteer led association where as many as possible, participate in Gaelic games and culture, for as long as possible ’.
The Key Focus Area within the Plan is ‘Providing the best possible games experience for players and spectators’ (1 Games)
The Vision Description is ‘Gaelic Games will be the most enjoyable amateur games in the world to play and watch’
Terms of Reference / Tearmaí Tagartha
Evaluate the current rules and regulations of Gaelic football, including their application and enforcement, to identify potential areas for modification or enhancement that could contribute to a more exciting and dynamic viewing experience.
Examine the pacing and flow of Gaelic football matches, considering options to maintain a balance between tradition and introducing innovations that could increase the overall entertainment value for spectators.
Examine the previous reviews of Gaelic football which have been undertaken by the association as well as the work of the Standing Committee on Playing Rules.
Explore possibilities for adjusting scoring systems or introducing new elements that could encourage more strategic and engaging gameplay, aiming to captivate the audience and create memorable moments.
Engage with players, coaches, officials, and fans to gather diverse perspectives on the current state of Gaelic football and to identify potential changes that align with both the spirit of the game and the desire for a more entertaining spectator experience.
Examine the motions which have been submitted for Congress 2025 with a view towards gauging the landscape of change and incorporating some of them into the new blueprint for Gaelic football which will emerge from the group’s deliberations and research.
Consider a coaching and games template which may be required depending on the proposals emanating from the review process.
Present an interim report for consideration by Ardchomhairle with a view for full discussion and ratification in 2025.
Football Review Committee Members
Jim Gavin (Chairperson) – Round Towers GAA, Clondakin - Dublin
A member of Round Towers GAA Club, Clondalkin, Dublin, Jim learnt to play Gaelic games in the local street leagues (coached by his father Jimmy) representing The 9th Lock, in Clonburris National Primary School and in Moyle Park College. He represented his club in hurling and football at all grades. Played Minor, U21 and Senior inter-county football with Dublin and later coached and managed Dublin U21 and Senior football teams. Currently coaches Ballyboden St Enda’s U16 Football and Hurling teams.
James Horan – Ballintubber GAA - Mayo
James Horan is a former Mayo Senior Player and Manager who has had a successful 8-year tenure leading the Mayo Senior team to 6 Connaught titles. He holds a master's in management coaching, a Bachelor of Science, and a Diploma in professional management. With experience coaching teams such as Ballintubber, Westport, and Turloughmore, Horan has displayed his versatile coaching abilities across both football and hurling. A double all-star, he has also contributed to the Mayo U20 team and mentors’ various high-performance teams and athletes. Horan's on-field and off-field achievements underline his expertise and dedication to sports.
Michael Murphy – Glenswilly GAA - Donegal
Michael is a member of the Glenswilly GAA club and former Senior Inter-county Gaelic Footballer with Donegal for 16 seasons 2007-2022. Was part of the Donegal teams that achieved 2012 All Ireland success and 5 Ulster Senior Football Championship. Captained Ireland in the Compromise Rules series in 2013 and 2014.
Studied a BSc. in Physical Education with Biology in DCU and a MSc. in Sport and Exercise Psychology in UUJ. Currently work as Head of Sport at Atlantic Technological University Donegal.
Colm Nally – Newtown Blues GAA - Louth
Colm, an employee of the Department of foreign Affairs, is a seasoned coach with over 20 years’ experience coaching both club and county. He has spent many years coaching juvenile and adult teams with his local club Newtown Blues in Drogheda.
He started his football career playing with O’Dwyers in Balbriggan, then moved to Drogheda where he played for Newtown Blues winning 3 Senior County Championships & 2 of which he captained. He has represented both Dublin & Louth at county level.
He coached the Louth senior footballers for two years, Meath senior footballers for four years.