# Anthony Cunningham. Hurling, football and why he thinks the GAA will turn professional

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Podcast: [The GAA Social](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-gaa-social-3752702)
Published: 2026-03-17T13:57:00+00:00
Episode link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0n77b1p
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Duration seconds: 3591

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This podcast meandered into a subject we didn't expect to explore- professionalism! Anthony Cunningham is a top class coach, winning provincial titles in football and hurling. He's also a double All-Ireland winner with Galway. Growing up in strict hurling country, but developed into a fine football manager. It started by working with John O'Mahoney and a career that navigated through inter-county and club. Anthony addresses the rumours around his health, questions the split season and this conversation explores professionalism in the GAA. Cunningham believes it will happen...

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