Joe McManus

Joe McManus discusses his work as a GAA correspondent for the Armagh Observer and his passion for Gaelic games. He recalls his earliest memories of the GAA and his lifelong support of Armagh football. He describes the joy of watching his county win the 2002 All-Ireland Senior Football Final and explains why he isn't a member of a GAA club. In addition, Joe considers the various rule changes within the organisation and the strength of feeling about the GAA in North of Ireland. He also reflects on the impact of The Troubles on the organisation and outsiders' perspectives of the GAA. Furthermore, he explains how media coverage of Gaelic games has changed since the mid-60s, when he started working for the Armagh Observer.