@CorkHurlingPod Cian OSullivan would not be an all star if his Dad moved back to Beara when he was a kid. West Cork hurlers are treated like 2nd class citizens. Potential players aren't developed.
@henrywinter Andy Murray, Amir Khan and Mo Farah all turned to foreign coaches to reach their peak after initial failures. Nobody complained about this when they won Wimbledon/a world title/Olympic gold.
@tomrenniesoccer I don't think it's lucky to get a points total that keeps you in the league most seasons. If anything it's unlucky to go down with a high points tally.
@ansonmount@Adam_FaithfulM It's a symbolic thing. Christ brought light into the world. Everyday after his birthday(the winter solstice) it gets brighter. The Christian celebration merged with the preexisting pagan traditions. Makes sense from a mental health POV to have a party in the depths of winter.