A thematic analysis of alcohol use and culture amongst elite (intercounty) Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) players.

Background: There are limited studies examining alcohol consumption in Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) players. In a previous paper, we reported excess alcohol consumption, alcohol-related harms and binge drinking amongst elite GAA players. In that survey, the players were provided with an opportunity to provide comments on alcohol.

Predictors of adverse gambling behaviours amongst elite athletes.

Problem gambling levels amongst elite sportspeople are above populational baseline. We assess gambling in an elite Irish sporting population. An anonymous web-based questionnaire including the validated Problem Gambling Severity Index was distributed.

Harmful alcohol consumption in elite sports players in Ireland.

Background: Sportspeople are more prone to binge drink than their peers.

Aims: We aimed to assess alcohol consumption, harms and behaviours in an elite Irish sporting population (Gaelic footballers and hurlers).

Methods: An anonymous web-based questionnaire (demographics, alcohol consumption, culture and related harms) was administered to all elite players.