Show Notes
John Duggan is joined by Lynne Cantwell, Fiona Oppermann, and Siobhan McGrath for this week's Saturday Panel, on the topic of Motherhood and Pregnancy. It’s a topic that comes up every so often, and we figured we wanted to shine a light on the area of pregnancy and motherhood and its relationship with sport on this week’s Saturday Panel. We’d love to be guided by you the listener too - WhatsApp us on 087 9180 180 if you have any questions or comments on exercising before, during and after pregnancy, or even just to tell us your own story. The Saturday Panel on Off The Ball this week is in partnership with the Road Safety Authority, reminding us to look out for everyone using the roads this Bank Holiday Weekend. Whether you’re driving, cycling, scooting, or walking, a little extra care goes a long way. See rsa.ie for more.
More from OTB's Saturday Panel
Shane Hannon is joined in studio by the Irish Daily Mail’s Linda Maher to break down a wild week in sport. The panel reacts to the chaotic pre-match press conference in Serbia after Ireland's 2–2 draw with Austria, Troy Parrott’s individual magic, and the lack of leadership that put Irish players in the firing line. Plus, they dissect the fallout from Manchester City’s 115 financial charges, Munster Rugby CEO Ian Flanagan’s departure, and Luke Littler’s struggles with hostile darts crowds. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
John Duggan is joined in studio by Vincent Hogan to discuss his new book 'The Lost Sportswriter', in which he reflects on 43 years of Irish sports journalism.
John Duggan is joined in studio by Olympians Gráinne Walsh and Adam Nolan, alongside boxing writer Kevin Burn, to celebrate the legendary career of Katie Taylor ahead of her final professional fight at a sold-out Croke Park. The panel discusses what Taylor's monumental legacy has meant for Irish sport, reflecting on her path from London 2012 gold to her undisputed world title fight tonight against France's Flora Pilly. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
On this week's instalment of the Saturday Panel, Galway Legend Aoife Lynskey and Dublin Camóg Aisling Maher join Phil Egan to preview the All-Ireland Senior Camogie Final between Cork and Galway.
Shane Hannon is joined in studio by three legends of the game to preview tomorrow's All-Ireland final between Kerry and Galway. Dublin icon Hannah Tyrell, Meath legend Niamh O'Sullivan, and Galway great Sinead Burke join forces to look ahead to Galway against Kerry at Croke Park, with the winner being crowned All-Ireland champions for 2026.