Mayo GAA club launch appeal over result of Championship quarter-final
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Controversy reared its head in extra-time of this tie following the decision to send off two players in normal time
Islandeady GAA have launched an appeal in the wake of decision-making surrounding their Intermediate Championship quarter-final loss to Kiltane on Sunday.
Their appeal stems from the decision of match referee Frank Flynn to allow the hosts to field 15 men for extra time after the sides finished level in normal time, in spite of the sending-off of two Kiltane players.
First, Mikie Sweeney was dismissed for what were deemed two bookable offences early in the second half. In injury time, Mikey Conroy was sent to the line for a second yellow card.
Late two-pointers from Peter Collins and Levi Barrett helped the travelling side bring Kiltane to extra time, where they emerged with 15 players.
Rule 2.5 (i) of the Official GAA Rule Book states that ‘A player ordered off in any circumstance in normal time, may not play in extra time and may not be replaced.’
Prior to 2024, players sent off in normal time were permitted to be replaced, but that rule was altered at that year’s GAA Congress.
Islandeady had 72 hours to appeal the result of the game from the receipt of Frank Flynn’s report. Now, they have elected to pursue that route.
The Mayo News understands that Mayo GAA are confident of sourcing a resolution within 24 hours of receipt of an appeal in this case.
Time is of the essence. As it stands, Kiltane are scheduled to play Davitts just six days from now in the Intermediate semi-final. That one is scheduled for Sunday, October 4 at 3 pm in Castlebar.