1. Joey Barton's opinions about Roy Keane
Joey Barton riled some folk with his opinions on the merits of Steven Gerrard vis a vis Roy Keane
2. Kilbeacanty's moving tribute to their fallen star Niall Donoghue
The parish of Kilbeacanty has been devastated by the death of Galway inter-county hurler Niall Donoghue. This emotional message, posted on the Kilbeacanty Old and New facebook page, really tugs at the heartstrings.
3. Ridiculous questions aimed at Harry Redknapp
Harry Redknapp is the latest in a long line of generous, giving and foolhardy individuals who've subjected themselves to the Twitter questionnaire. The ominous hashtag #AskHarryRedknapp was premiered earlier today. The best and funniest questions can be seen here.
4. Panic on the streets of Limerick over Conor Murray
Conor Murray's future could be away from Thomand Park if a certain French club, who already have a certain Irish outhalf and a certain former Irish outhalf as kicking coach on their books, have anything to say about it.
5. Your Unpopular Sporting Opinions
Balls.ie began the incendiary (and rather long) hashtag #unpopularirishsportingopinions earlier today, opening the door to some outrageous and downright sacrilegious opinions on Irish sport. Obviously, we soberly advise you that if you are among the easily offended steer clear.
6. Wayne Rooney reacts to the big book
Brave Geoff Shreeves broached the subject of Fergie's book to Wayne Rooney yesterday. Rooney touched on the whole transfer business. See his reaction.