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| Hughie O'Reilly Hughie O'Reilly played a major part in all of Cavan's All Ireland senior victories. He played on the first winning team in 1933 and captained the second winning team in 1935. He retired from active football in 1941 but then turned to training. He was the Cavan team trainer in the following three All Ireland victories in 1947, 1948, and 1952. He was a great disciplinarian and laid most emphasis in training on the basic skills, of catching, kicking, and passing the ball. He had the great attribute of being able to install a sense of total confidence in the players - a vital prerequisite for winning. Hughie had 28 famous tips, many of which are still valid today. |
| 1. Play your own area 2. Goalie, keep backs in position 3. Full backs, clear ball to wings 4. Backs mark closely, but at the same time dominate play 5. Backs keep between opponent and goal 6. Half backs place forward with clearance 7. Backs meet in coming forwards 8. Always mark free kicks 9. Never let the ball hop 10. Never turn your back on the ball 11. Two kicks are greater than one 12. Get in front of opposition 13. When not in possession, get into position 14. Keep up pressure 15. Don't hesitate to shoot inside 30 yds 16. Shoot for points, goals will follow 17. Move into position for pass 18. Full forwards remember half forwards 19. Play ball on ground 20. Go forward to meet the ball 21. Kick ball before being tackled 22. Always play the ball 23. Avoid clashing 24. Keep trying 25. Remember opponent is getting it as hard as yourself 26. Keep moving all during game and take deep breaths 27. Get off the ground when about to recieve a knock 28. Go out and win but for God's sake, play the game! |
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