The Irish Experiment

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Like most Irishmen, Zach Tuohy's first love was Gaelic football. But when an Australian football club came knocking with a professional contract, the then-teenager leapt at the opportunity to travel across the world and come to grips with an oval ball.

Despite a rocky start navigating a Carlton Football Club in disarray and becoming a father at twenty-three, Zach went on to become one of the greatest success stories of the 'Irish Experiment'. A move to the Geelong Cats made him a star rebounding defender and cult favourite player, and in 2022 he reached the pinnacle of his adopted code, winning a Premiership medal. In 2023, Zach set a new record for the number of AFL games played by an Irish player, passing the effort of the great Jim Stynes.

With characteristic devil-may care attitude and determination, Zach writes candidly about his experiences in Australia, recounting the good, the bad and the downright hilarious. He has plenty to say about the relationships between the indigenous codes of GAA and the AFL, and what needs to change secure the future of Irish and Australian footballers alike.

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Zach Tuohy's remarkable journey from Gaelic football in Ireland to becoming one of the most successful Irish imports in the Australian Football League (AFL) is a tale of determination, adaptability and sheer talent. A standout athlete from a young age, Tuohy made a bold leap from the rugged fields of County Laois to the high-octane arenas of the AFL when he was recruited by Carlton at the age of 19. His initial seven years at Carlton were challenging, as he navigated a period of turmoil within the club. However, Tuohy's robust playing style, strategic vision, and ability to influence games soon shone through when he joined the Geelong Cats. There, he clinched a premiership in 2022 and became a fan favourite.
Catherine Murphy started her career in the sports department of Ireland's national broadcaster RTÉ, before moving to Australia in 2006 to work with Fox Sports.
In 2018, Catherine joined the ABC where she works as a sports presenter on TV and radio. She also hosts podcasts.
The Irish Experiment is her first book.

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