Joe O'Connor's Shoulder Dislodges Opponent in Physical Gaelic Football Encounter

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Joe O'Connor's Shoulder Dislodges Opponent in Physical Gaelic Football Encounter
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A classic Gaelic football shoulder tackle by Joe O'Connor during Austin Stacks' victory over Kilshannig highlights the continued relevance of this physical play in the sport. O'Connor's forceful hit, which left his opponent dazed, drew gasps from the commentator and exemplifies the intensity of the match.

There was a perfect example of one in Austin Stacks Munster Intermediate Championship semi-final victory over Cork’s Kilshannig at the weekend, streamed on Clubber.

In a physical encounter it was Kerry midfielder Joe O’Connor doing the hitting with a well timed shoulder that dislodged the ball and left his opponent wondering where he’d come from.O’Connor is an all action type of player who forced his way into the Kerry team this year to partner Diarmuid O’Connor in the middle of the field.

The way the game has evolved, with less direct one to one contests the shoulder has almost disappeared from football.

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