They're in action in Saturday afternoon's Senior Hurling Quarter-Final showdown against James Stephens.

St. Mullins Senior Hurling Selector Pat Coady says it's been difficult for teams to be motivated in the Carlow Senior Hurling Championship

Ballyhale Shamrocks play Dicksboro in the last of the Senior Quarter-Finals on Sunday afternoon

The city outfit play Clara in the first of the Senior Hurling Championship Quarter-Finals on Sunday afternoon.

The management at Ballymurphy Celtic say it's back to basics again this year as they continue to prepare for the new season.

Patrick O Neill says the commitment is there and he's looking forward to the season.

St Fiaccs FC are hoping new management this season will help them push on and get higher up the table in the Carlow & District League.

New Oak Boys have had a busy summer, recruiting new players and getting the team ready for another craic at the Premier Division title in Carlow.

The issue of the FAI's proposals for summer soccer was a big talking point at the Carlow & District League launch.

Like many teams, St Pats Boys are waiting on players to come back from their gaa clubs once their respective campaigns finish up.