For the first time since they were introduced, the GAA has no pre-season competitions for fans to enjoy, and managers to put their training to the test.
The likes of the McKenna Cup or FBD League have been removed from the GAA calendar for player welfare, and but with the Football Rules Committee introducing new rules to the game, these matches are more important than ever.
Counties don't want to be going into the National League campaign with little experience under their belts, as they need to see what works and what doesn't under these enhancements to the game.
So it is only natural that lots of intercounty challenge games have started to take place, and there are some very interesting ties on this weekend.
A lot of the games are being used to raise funds for charities, so it is an added incentive to get down and support your county, and Clubber TV has really came through for hurling fans.
Mayo vs Monaghan
Mayo GAA TV will have Live coverage of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association Charity Match between Mayo senior footballers and Monaghan GAA tomorrow 4th January at 6.30pm at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park.
📺 Watch it Live on Mayo GAA TV 👇👇https://t.co/cDtrsgFeHU pic.twitter.com/XY8hCMRNXY
— Mayo GAA (@MayoGAA) January 3, 2025
When?
Saturday 4th January at 6.30pm.
Where?
McHale Park, Castlebar, with funds being raised for Mayo GAA’s charity partner, The Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association
Can I stream the match?
Yes, the game will be streamed on Mayo GAA TV.
Kildare vs Galway
Where?
St Conleth’s Park, with proceeds going to the ‘Senior Football Team Training Fund’.
When?
Saturday 4th January, 7.30pm throw-in.
Can I stream the match?
TBC
Limerick vs Clare
Where?
Páirc na nGael, Askeaton.
When?
Sunday January 5th, with throw-in at 1pm.
Can I stream the match?
The game is not available to stream but it is free entry for those who wish to attend.
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Armagh vs Wicklow
When?
Saturday 4th January
Where?
Information has not been made public yet.
Can I stream the match?
Information has not been made public yet.
Hurling:
Tipperary vs Clare
Senior Hurling Challenge Match in aid of @MarysMealsIre 🥎
🔵 @TipperaryGAA v @GaaClare 🟡
This Saturday, Jan 4th at 6pm.Watch LIVE only on https://t.co/yMkMTpFUIK 🔗
Donate to Mary's Meals here ➡️ https://t.co/WvNJCzZRYi pic.twitter.com/sXQ4IiVTDk— Clubber (@clubber) December 30, 2024
When?
Saturday 4th January, throw-in 6.30pm, in aid of Mary's Meals Ireland.
Where?
Pairc Shilean, Templemore.
Can I stream the match?
The game will be aired live on Clubber TV.
Cork vs Waterford
Senior Hurling Challenge Match in aid of Friend's of Brian Greene in conjunction with Waterford Hospice.
🆚 @OfficialCorkGAA vs @WaterfordGAA
📅 Saturday, Jan 4th
🕒 5pm
📺 Watch LIVE only on https://t.co/8RTIDVIX92Donate here ➡️ https://t.co/WDtl35YDYV pic.twitter.com/MrdrA2IeR7
— Clubber (@clubber) December 31, 2024
When?
Saturday 4th January, throw-in 5pm in aid of Friends of Brian Greene in conjunction with Waterford Hospice.
Where?
Fraher Field.
Can I stream the match?
The game will be aired live on Clubber TV.
