Episode 02 - Justin Neary and Paul O'Brien

Cian on Sport | Tue, May 04, 2021 | 40:05

In the second episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast the highly regarded coach Justin Neary reflects on preparing teams at every level of the game.

A brother of former Galway United midfielder, Ollie, Justin Neary has being a key figure in the development of several prominent footballers from the region, who have forged professional careers.

Local newsagent Paul O'Brien has supported Galway United since the 1980s and is currently writing a book: 'The President's Club'.

He discusses the wide ranging interviews being carried out and how the project is unfolding.

ABOUT THE GUESTS

JUSTIN NEARY

The highly regarded coach, Justin Neary, has helped to develop footballers throughout the past few decades in Galway.

Neary steered Galway United and Mervue United to national underage titles after a successful spell at local level with Renmore.

PAUL O'BRIEN

Paul O'Brien, who owns O'Briens newsagents in William Street, remains a loyal Galway United supporter.

Currently writing a book 'The President's Club', he discusses the approach being adopted with former managers and players to unearth stories about Galway United's past.

Cian O'Connell

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Journalist Cian O'Connell recently returned to the Galway Advertiser. An enthusiastic follower of sport in the west, Cian previously worked for the official GAA website.

Passionate about the fortunes of the flagship maroon and white inter-county teams and club matters, he also has a significant interest in Galway United, Galway WFC, and local junior soccer.

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