Taoiseach Simon Harris has raised concerns about the decision to put certain GAA championship games behind a paywall on the streaming service GAAGO. He believes the GAA needs to reconsider this move, stating that it has angered grassroots members who want to watch the matches.
With the Munster Senior Hurling Championship game between Cork and Limerick only available on GAAGO, Harris emphasized the importance of making these games accessible to all fans, especially the younger generation. He called for the GAA to listen to the grassroots and reflect on their decision.
Supporting Harris’s views, Tánaiste Micheal Martin also expressed his concerns about limiting the audience for hurling by putting games behind a paywall. He highlighted the need to prioritize the promotion of hurling to a wider audience, suggesting that RTÉ and the GAA should revisit their approach to broadcasting these important matches.
As the debate continues, it is clear that there is a strong desire to ensure that GAA games remain inclusive and accessible to all fans across Ireland.