Go n'éirí an t-ádh leat

Go n'éirí an t-ádh leat

May those who love us love us
And those who don't love us
May God turn their hearts,
And if He doesn't turn their hearts,
May He turn their ankles,
So we'll know them by their limping.

--Irish Prayer

On a day like today, perhaps you're wondering if they play fastpitch in Ireland. (Then again, maybe you're having a Guiness and not worrying about much of anything) Regardless, the answer is "yes". Click here for more information: Irish Softball Association - Mens Fastpitch Softball 2004. You might say they are just discovering the game there. Of course there is Guernsey, which is almost Ireland, where they've been playing fastpitch for 60 years.  I don't know if Ireland will have a fastpitch team ready in time for the Commonwealth games, but we tip our cap to Joe O'Reilly for working to establish fastpitch in the Emerald Isle and say "Go n'éirí an t-ádh leat! (Gaelic for "Good Luck"). Happy St. Paddy's Day to all of you. Here's to green in your beer and loved ones near. Be safe.