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In this episode of Coach’s Lab, Dr John Murphy is joined by Donnacha Mulcahy, Lecturer in Strength & Conditioning at TUS and S&C Coach with the Tipperary Senior Hurling and Football teams.

Donnacha has worked across GAA, rugby, and schools rugby systems, giving him a unique view of what connects and separates elite sport, youth development, and coach education in Ireland.

Together we discuss:

• 🏋️‍♂️ Integrating new players into adult panels and managing different training ages

• 📊 Monitoring load, jump testing, and profiling in intercounty squads

• ⚡ Preparing underage athletes for the physical demands of senior sport

• 🔄 Lessons GAA can learn from rugby’s structured coach-education model

• 🤝 How to balance theory, experience, and enjoyment in S&C

• 🧠 Why “keeping it simple” often delivers the best results

Donnacha’s blend of academic insight and on-the-ground coaching experience makes this one a must-listen for anyone serious about athlete development in Gaelic Games.

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