Glossary of Gaelic games terms


The following is an alphabetical list of terms and jargon used in relation to Gaelic games. See also list of Irish county nicknames

Abbreviations

Competitions usually have long names, so an abbreviation system is used:
LevelSportTournament type

  • M: Minor
  • U-21 or U21: Under-21
  • J: Junior
  • I: Intermediate
  • S: Senior
  • N: National
  • F: Gaelic football
  • H: Hurling
  • LF: Ladies' Gaelic football
  • L: League
  • C: Championship
  • S: Shield
  • For example:
    The term "GAA" is not normally used in competition names, particularly in GAA-only sports.
    Other abbreviations include: