Ursula Jacob's appearance on TG4's Laochra Gael has been met with widespread acclaim. The Wexford legend discussed her illustrious career, including her four All-Ireland titles and three All-Ireland Club titles, as well as the challenges she faced, including cyberbullying and criticism.
Ursula Jacob 's Laochra Gael has been met with widespread acclaim following its premiere on Thursday night. The flagship TG4 docuseries returned for its 23rd season, featuring Wexford legend Jacob as a prominent subject. Throughout her illustrious career, Jacob guided Wexford to four All-Ireland titles, earning her four All-Star Awards. She also achieved three All-Ireland Club titles with Oulart-the Ballagh.
Tonight's episode included contributions from former Cork camogie star Anna Geary, who lauded Jacob as 'one of the names that will go down in history.' Jacob, who will turn 40 later this year, candidly discussed the highs and lows of her career, including her experiences atop the Hogan Stand and the setbacks she faced along the way. 'I enjoyed it at all times. It built my character, even when things don't go your way and when things don't go your way in life I keep going,' she reflected. However, Jacob's story extended beyond her on-field accomplishments. She addressed the cyberbullying and criticism she endured while appearing on the Sunday Game. 'I started being tagged in comments and, you know, 'What's the woman doing here? Why is she speaking about the matches?' and then it's the Wexford accent, my appearance, my eyebrows, how my hair is, the clothes I'm hearing,' she revealed. Jacob explained that the online attacks began to impact her personal life, causing anxiety and nervousness about appearing on television. The episode garnered positive reviews online, with viewers praising Jacob's honesty and athletic achievements. One social media user wrote: 'Brilliant Laochra Gael on @SportTG4 In my Opinion she's a top lady and a top person I'm lucky to have watched her play so many times for club and County and be involved with her Dad in the club #laochragaal huge fan of the Jacobs.' Another commented: 'Class act is Ursula.' And another praised the episode, stating: 'Another great episode of Laochra Gael tonight. Well done to all involved.
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