Lorcan Daly

Lorcan Daly, a researcher at TUS specializing in youth athletic development, dives deep into the fitness profiles of underage GAA players. He discusses how ten years of data from county development squads informs coaching practices. Key topics include the ethics of using body composition data, the importance of monitoring growth and training exposure, and the nuances of interpreting positional differences. Lorcan highlights that speed, mass, and biological maturity play crucial roles in player performance, urging a balanced approach to player development.