Armagh back on big stage after strong finish puts Down away 

You could hardly doubt the satisfaction in Sylvester McConnell's smile as he stood in the middle of the Inniskeen pitch, describing the stirring Armagh comeback.

Armagh bid farewell to Division One 

Armagh's term in Division One of the Lidl Ladies National Football League was ended yesterday by a fired-up Monaghan side who recorded a fine 3-13 to 2-9 victory in a pulsating relegation battle at the Athletic Grounds.

Orchard girls face an uphill battle to stay in top tier 

Ladies football: Armagh face a do or die showdown with Monaghan in the Lidl Ladies National Football League tomorrow.

Tallon digs in as Derry are made to go the extra mile 

Derry progressed to their first Ulster U21 final since 2008 after an epic tussle with Armagh ended in a three-point extra-time win at Celtic Park. Shane McGuigan, with six points, and Danny Tallon, with a whopping eight, top-scored for the Oak Leafs, who will meet Donegal in Monday night's final.

Armagh 0-16 Tipperary 3-8: Quinlivan's hat-trick nets Armagh gloom 

Armagh's pride took an unmerciful pounding at the Athletic Grounds yesterday when relatively unfancied Tipperary, their prospects of Division Two football next year having to all intents and purposes been savagely damaged by their loss to Louth last weekend, somehow managed to contrive an unlikely win that has transported them to sporting utopia.

Defeat sees Armagh ladies facing a survival shoot-out 

The threat of relegation still hangs over Armagh in Division One of the Lidl Ladies' National Football League following yesterday's 2-15 to 2-12 loss to Monaghan.

O'Kane keen to see struggling Armagh make up lost ground 

Armagh will face Monaghan in the Lidl Ladies Football National League Division 1 tomorrow against a rather depressing backdrop

McGeeney lays it on the line for Armagh 

Any suggestion that Armagh were destined to freewheel into Division Two of the Allianz Football league following the score-fests they enjoyed against Offaly and Louth was clinically dispelled by an efficient Antrim side in this feisty clash at the Athletic Grounds.

Orchard ladies keen to make a big point at Kingdom's expense 

Armagh get the chance to improve their position in Division One of the Lidl Ladies Football National League when they travel to face Kerry at Duagh tomorrow (12.00 noon).

Forker getting a raw deal from referees, says McGeeney 

Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney believes that Aidan Forker's disciplinary record is tending to influence referees as the Allianz Football League unfolds.

Orchard not yet in full bloom, says McGeeney 

Suddenly, Division Two football for Armagh next season could become a reality after all.

Classy Loye inspires Armagh to flourish 

Armagh produced an explosive finishing burst to reach the Ulster U21 Football Championship semi-finals at the expense of Down at the Athletic Grounds. Shea Loye proved the Orchard County hero, bagging 2-7 in a man of the match performance. His accuracy sustained Armagh's momentum in the first half, his early brace of points being followed by three more.

McGeeney joy as dominant Armagh lift promotion bid 

It's never over until the fat lady sings but yesterday at the Athletic Grounds, Armagh, she did not even have the opportunity to clear her throat.

Hotshot Aimee can point the Orchard in right direction 

Armagh scoring ace Aimee Mackin will be expected to shoulder a big burden of responsibility tomorrow when her side faces an important clash with upbeat Galway in Division One of the Lidl Ladies National Football League.

St Paul's earn semi replay after late revival 

St Mary's, Magherafelt and St Paul's, Bessbrook must meet again to decide who will go through to the MacRory Cup final after it finished all square at 1-12 each in their semi-final meeting at The Dub complex in Belfast last night.

Gorman's late goal helps Armagh make big point 

They may have left it late at the Athletic Grounds yesterday but Armagh still managed to salvage a point after flirting with disaster against London in a keenly-contested Allianz Hurling League Division 2B encounter yesterday

St Paul's, Bessbrook target third final fling in five years 

St Paul's Bessbrook are still on target to reach their third MacRory Cup final in five years following a dramatic victory over Newry neighbours Abbey CBS in a tingling quarter-final shoot-out at Pairc Esler.

O'Kane hails his girls as Armagh stun All-Ireland champions Cork 

Armagh certainly upset the applecart in the Ladies National Football League yesterday when they produced a stunning display of skill, commitment and courage to beat reigning league and All-Ireland champions Cork by 0-12 to 0-9 at Clonmore.

Watty Grahams stage late drama 

Watty Grahams, Glen could hardly be faced with a bigger obstacle in their bid to land what would be a hat-trick of Ulster under 21 club titles now that they have been paired with Crossmaglen Rangers in Sunday week's final.

Armagh young gun O'Neill can continue to impress McGeeney 

The fact that Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney is carefully monitoring the progress of strapping Crossmaglen Rangers starlet Oisin O'Neill would suggest that an inter-county career at senior level awaits him.

McGeeney takes his hat off to Orchard youngsters 

Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney is preparing to put his faith in a number of youthful starlets as he sets his sights on getting the Orchard county out of Division Three of the Allianz League.

Armagh provide pointer as McGeeney demands more 

At the outset of the Dr McKenna Cup competition, Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney demanded that his side should post much higher scores than they did last year in a bid to gain renewed credibility.

My Armagh boys know the score, insists McGeeney 

At the outset of the Bank of Ireland Dr McKenna Cup, Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney indicated that he was keen to see his side rack up more impressive scores this year.

Heffron aiming to make impact by downing his native Armagh 

Like most Ulster county team bosses, Armagh's Kieran McGeeney is keeping an eye on the performances of those members of his squad assisting their universities in the Dr McKenna Cup.

Emmett McGuckin is delighted to see Derry hit the ground running 

Owenbeg played host to an enjoyably open but competitive Dr McKenna Cup curtain-raiser with hosts Derry edging Armagh by a single point.

Vernon joy as Harps hit right note with McGeeney squad 

Not so long ago, Crossmaglen Rangers claimed a monopoly of places on the Armagh senior football team. But manager Kieran McGeeney has underlined a switch in the balance of power by naming five Harps players and five from Maghery in his initial 2017 squad.

McGeeney puts faith in youth as Armagh target a trophy double 

Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney is preparing to put his faith in youth as he contemplates progress in the Bank of Ireland Dr McKenna Cup following the county's success in the O'Fiaich Cup.

Top Ulster trio facing up to their inter-county exits 

Three top Ulster players may well have taken their final bow in the inter-county arena. Mickey Murray (Armagh), Leo McLoone (Donegal) and Joe McMahon (Tyrone) are currently conspicuous by their absence from their squads and may not be seen in their county colours this year - at least.

Our stars do not train too hard, blasts McGeeney 

Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney pulls no punches in a caustic assessment of what he sees as a major current misconception within the hugely competitive inter-county sphere.

Veteran Tom (81) still helping to keep Cross on road to success 

Not too many people decide to become an office-holder in their club for the first time at the age of 60. And fewer still would be prepared to work diligently in their post until they reached the age of 81.

Bigger scores on the board is a priority for Armagh, says Forker 

Armagh skipper Aidan Forker has issued a rallying call to his side in advance of the Bank of Ireland Dr McKenna Cup.

Toal in mix as McGeeney casts wide net for new No.2 at Armagh 

Anyone considered to be akin to a shrinking violet should definitely not apply for the vacant position of No.2 to Armagh team manager Kieran McGeeney.

Armagh edge out fierce rivals 

A welcome glint of silverware finally pierced the Armagh gloom when Kieran McGeeney's restructured outfit firmly wrested the O'Fiaich Cup from the hands of their neighbours and great rivals Tyrone at Plunkett Park, Crossmaglen.

McGeeney is sure Orchard County youngsters will bloom 

Less than a year ago, Ben Crealey was playing schools football and Oisin O'Neill was exhibiting his skills at minor level. But suddenly this talented duo find themselves thrust into the spotlight as Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney conducts an ongoing overhaul of his side in preparation for 2017.

The Mackin sisters know the score for success in final 

When Armagh champions Shane O'Neill's (Camlough) overcame Parnells (London) by 3-7 to 1-10 in the recent All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate Football semi-final, Aimee Mackin helped herself to 3-6 of their total.

Coleman and Mackin target triumphs for the ages 

A veteran manager and a precociously talented teenage forward who are separated by some four decades in terms of age will step into front-stage roles tomorrow when two Ulster clubs bid to reach their respective All-Ireland Ladies Football Championship finals.

Crealey keen to top the class in Ulster club series 

Within a matter of months Ben Crealey has taken the quantum leap from schools' football to the cusp of an appearance in the Ulster club senior football championship final.

Maghery all fired up to make their mark in Ulster 

Maghery captain James Lavery has endured his fair share of disappointments at club championship level having long since been forced to acknowledge Crossmaglen Rangers' seemingly invincible authority in Armagh.

Maghery face tough Ramor test 

Armagh senior football champions Maghery Sean McDernotts face a tough test in the quarter-finals of the Ulster club championship now that they will be meeting newly-crowned Cavan champions Ramor United next Sunday.

Maghery make history with first Armagh title 

Maghery strode majestically into the history books when they claimed their first Armagh senior football championship title in a rousing contest at the Athletic Grounds yesterday.

That perfect blend can help McConville make history 

Maghery Sean McDermotts manager Shane McConville will rely on a fusion of youth and experience to take his side to what would be their first Armagh Senior Football Championship title when they meet St Patrick's, Cullyhanna in tomorrow's final at the Athletic Grounds (4pm).

St Patrick's day as Crossmaglen Rangers stranglehold on trophy is ended 

All good things come to an end. Crossmaglen Rangers' cherished dream of landing the Armagh senior football title for the 20th time in 21 years was suddenly and dramatically sabotaged at the Athletic Grounds last night.

Carvill in front stage role as Middletown net semi-final slot 

Armagh hurling champions Middletown strode into an Ulster senior club championship semi-final meeting with Slaughtneil next weekend following an emphatic 2-15 to 0-10 over Fermanagh representatives Lisbellaw at Crossmaglen.

Crossmaglen Rangers braced for thrilling climax 

The Armagh senior football championship semi-final bill of fare could hardly be more attractive.

Carragher urges Rangers to keep guard up in bid to land 20th title 

Crossmaglen Rangers and Harps will renew their rivalry in the Armagh Senior Football Championship when they meet in the quarter-finals tomorrow at Keady (3.45pm).

Rangers and Harps poised for repeat of final showdown 

Crossmaglen Rangers and Harps are set to renew their rivalry in the Armagh Senior Football Championship now that they have been paired in the quarter-finals.

Kerry net third All-Ireland title on trot thanks to goal spree 

They may have accomplished their goal the hard way but in landing a third All-Ireland minor football championship on the trot at Croke Park yesterday Kerry served up a sharp reminder that the old order at senior level could pertain.

Dromintee are on a mission to get title bid back on track 

Two sides who have already fallen to Crossmaglen Rangers will hope to gain redemption when they cross swords in the Armagh Senior Football Championship at the Athletic Grounds on Monday night (6.45pm).

Poll: Dublin or Mayo - Who will win Sunday's All-Ireland SFC final? 

Can Mayo win a first All Ireland title in 65 years by beating a Dublin side regarded by many as the greatest the game has ever seen? We want you to tell us who you believe will leave Croke Park as champions on Sunday.

Tony McEntee is out to seize unexpected chance of more Croke Park glory 

Armagh 2002 All-Ireland winner Tony McEntee will see his faith in Mayo football put to the ultimate test on Sunday.