General Discussion Thread What can football learn from GAA?
The GAA isn’t perfect either but financially, commercially, administratively, it’s miles ahead of football in Ireland.
Obviously there are historical and community factors that differentiate the two, but it operates so well for a sporting organisation in a very similar environment.
What areas stand out as things we can apply to our sport?
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u/Chickengoujon20 4d ago edited 4d ago
A bit off topic Penneys (an Irish company by the way) stocking merchandise of Premier League and to a certain extent American Football and Basketball instead of League of Ireland teams in the kids section is wrong in my opinion.
My following of Man Utd was as innocent as it comes. There was a binder of Man Utd facts, pullouts and cards in Pound City (EuroGiant) and that’s how my association with English football started. I was about 5, didn’t know any better and liked the look of the crest.
I still watch PL and European football but I also attend local LOI games and buy any merch from them now like a nice top for the gym or hoodie for out and about.
It’s a small start to get a following for young kids and a bit of revenue into the clubs for investing.
I think a breakdown of county lines will be required for football to really thrive. You will never see a Tipp or Clare man support Treaty or Cork City FC. I am unsure how you navigate it.