That second one is a perfect example of standard Joe Molloy question as well - a question in 16 parts, heavily laden with his own views, opinions etc, where by the time he eventually runs out of breath and stops talking for a moment, the person he's asking the question of has absolutely no idea what the question even was.
FtD wrote: ↑May 9th, 2023, 3:23 pm
My biggest bugbear with Fiona Hayes is her consistent use of "rubby" instead of rugby. It should be a sackable offence.
That second one is a perfect example of standard Joe Molloy question as well - a question in 16 parts, heavily laden with his own views, opinions etc, where by the time he eventually runs out of breath and stops talking for a moment, the person he's asking the question of has absolutely no idea what the question even was.
I know what u mean, but Joe is an absolute pro in general. Best Irish sports "anchor" bar none.
That second one is a perfect example of standard Joe Molloy question as well - a question in 16 parts, heavily laden with his own views, opinions etc, where by the time he eventually runs out of breath and stops talking for a moment, the person he's asking the question of has absolutely no idea what the question even was.
I know what u mean, but Joe is an absolute pro in general. Best Irish sports "anchor" bar none.
He's generally pretty good, but still has a lot of smugness to him IMO.
FtD wrote: ↑May 9th, 2023, 3:23 pm
My biggest bugbear with Fiona Hayes is her consistent use of "rubby" instead of rugby. It should be a sackable offence.
I never played pro rugby, well it wasn't invented in my day, and the height of my career was 3rdB. I have been a fan of the game for over 50 yrs and in my opinion Coughlan is one of the best experts on TV. She is particularly good when co-commentating a match when her insight is usually very shrewd and informative.
I have no idea why people are not judged on the quality of their work rather than on what they might have done in their rugby careers.
enby wrote: ↑May 9th, 2023, 8:08 pm
I never played pro rugby, well it wasn't invented in my day, and the height of my career was 3rdB. I have been a fan of the game for over 50 yrs and in my opinion Coughlan is one of the best experts on TV. She is particularly good when co-commentating a match when her insight is usually very shrewd and informative.
I have no idea why people are not judged on the quality of their work rather than on what they might have done in their rugby careers.
Totally agree; she's good.
Incidentally, I'm not sure there's any argument that playing a sport at a high level actually gives you an advantage in communicating on it to the public. You might have great knowledge or insight, but that's not the same as explaining it to the layperson. Of course, great talent is not necessarily a barrier to punditry, but often seems that the instinctual nature of high performing players doesn't aid their media skills.
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enby wrote: ↑May 9th, 2023, 8:08 pm
I never played pro rugby, well it wasn't invented in my day, and the height of my career was 3rdB. I have been a fan of the game for over 50 yrs and in my opinion Coughlan is one of the best experts on TV. She is particularly good when co-commentating a match when her insight is usually very shrewd and informative.
I have no idea why people are not judged on the quality of their work rather than on what they might have done in their rugby careers.
Totally agree; she's good.
Incidentally, I'm not sure there's any argument that playing a sport at a high level actually gives you an advantage in communicating on it to the public. You might have great knowledge or insight, but that's not the same as explaining it to the layperson. Of course, great talent is not necessarily a barrier to punditry, but often seems that the instinctual nature of high performing players doesn't aid their media skills.
It gives you credibility in the eyes of the punters. I can't think of any televised sport that isn't dominated by explayers holding the mikes.
The presenters on the other hand can come from all walks of life.
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enby wrote: ↑May 9th, 2023, 8:08 pm
I never played pro rugby, well it wasn't invented in my day, and the height of my career was 3rdB. I have been a fan of the game for over 50 yrs and in my opinion Coughlan is one of the best experts on TV. She is particularly good when co-commentating a match when her insight is usually very shrewd and informative.
I have no idea why people are not judged on the quality of their work rather than on what they might have done in their rugby careers.
Totally agree; she's good.
Incidentally, I'm not sure there's any argument that playing a sport at a high level actually gives you an advantage in communicating on it to the public. You might have great knowledge or insight, but that's not the same as explaining it to the layperson. Of course, great talent is not necessarily a barrier to punditry, but often seems that the instinctual nature of high performing players doesn't aid their media skills.
It gives you credibility in the eyes of the punters. I can't think of any televised sport that isn't dominated by explayers holding the mikes.
The presenters on the other hand can come from all walks of life.
I accept it does add credibility- at least initially. But there are any amount of former great players (in all sports) who are dire analysts. Conversely many mediocre or non players are perceptive pundits, in my opinion.
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That second one is a perfect example of standard Joe Molloy question as well - a question in 16 parts, heavily laden with his own views, opinions etc, where by the time he eventually runs out of breath and stops talking for a moment, the person he's asking the question of has absolutely no idea what the question even was.
I know what u mean, but Joe is an absolute pro in general. Best Irish sports "anchor" bar none.
Cantwell by a mile. She is so professional and informed.
That second one is a perfect example of standard Joe Molloy question as well - a question in 16 parts, heavily laden with his own views, opinions etc, where by the time he eventually runs out of breath and stops talking for a moment, the person he's asking the question of has absolutely no idea what the question even was.
I know what u mean, but Joe is an absolute pro in general. Best Irish sports "anchor" bar none.
Cantwell by a mile. She is so professional and informed.
She's very good too. Maybe a little earnest. But I'd personally go with Joe.
That second one is a perfect example of standard Joe Molloy question as well - a question in 16 parts, heavily laden with his own views, opinions etc, where by the time he eventually runs out of breath and stops talking for a moment, the person he's asking the question of has absolutely no idea what the question even was.
I know what u mean, but Joe is an absolute pro in general. Best Irish sports "anchor" bar none.
Cantwell by a mile. She is so professional and informed.