Ivan Smyth

An Interview with Roscommon and UL ladies footballer Joanne Cregg

Beyond The Game Podcast Mixcloud

Beyond The Game is a weekly sports programme on the University of Limerick's radio station ULFM. Myself and a friend of mine interviewed sports people, discussed breaking sports news and previewed upcoming events.

"I found that being a man became fulfilling when I did not have to solve all my problems on my own"

Richie Sadlier sits in an empty lecture hall and reflects on his soccer career. It was one of unfulfilled potential but he has let go of the regret that threatened self-destruction. The talented striker was forced to retire at age 24 due to a recurring hip injury.

Running, Rugby and Research; An Interview With Olympian Dr. Tom Comyns

Ivan Smyth met former Irish Olympian Tom Comyns to discuss the Sydney Olympics, working with Munster rugby and helping to train Ireland's top athletes. Dr. Tom Comyns is undoubtedly one of UL's finest sporting exports.

An Interview With Speed Skater Ryan McAnuff

By Ivan Smyth Ryan McAnuff is not your average medical student. He was born in Canada but is speed skating for Ireland while combining running a business and trying to become a doctor. The Toronto born medical student has represented Ireland in short track speed skating since 2016.

Still making sweet music!

I interviewed Galway musician Tom Quinn, who reached the 100 year milestone. He describes his 86 years of playing the fiddle, playing in the Taibhdhearc and how he is still able to drive.

UL Senior Camogie Team Gear Up for Historic four in a row bid

UL senior camogie team are attempting to win four Ashbourne Cups in a row for the first time in the college's history. Joint captain Aoife Keane says that preparations are going well for their crack at history. The Clare camogie player refuses to look beyond their opening game against DCU in Dublin on Wednesday 5 th December.

Remarkable Female Graduates from UL

By: Ivan Smyth As today is International Women's Day, we're looking back at some of the many female graduates who have made an impact locally, nationally and internationally. The people chosen have excelled in their fields through hard work and perseverance.

20×20 Campaign is just the Start of What is Needed

The launch of the 20×20 campaign, an initiative that aims to increase participation in women's sport by 20% in the year 2020 has created much debate across various social media platforms and in the media itself.

Meet the UL Student Who has competed in All-Ireland Finals... for video games

Desmond O'Kelly de Gallagh et Tycooly is the PRO for the electronic sports (eSports) club in UL. He knows more than most about the challenges and the stereotypes that surround eSports. E-Sports is a form of competition using video games. They are usually organised, multiplayer video game events.