He does not need the GPA who now unashamedly espouse completely different values to what the GAA is about. The GPA look after the few, the GAA traditionally stood for the many until they sold out. GAA NewsletterThe existing three-year agreement between the GPA and the GAA is now up for renewal. The GAA does need a body representing players, one that plays a key role in the big questions like fixtures, burn-out, scholarships and so on. The GAA at central level have no control over the GPA, in fact the tail is giving the dog a right good wagging.

Source: Irish Independent November 24, 2019 14:15 UTC