There was no All-Ireland Hurling or Football championship played
in 1888, due to what is known as the "American Invasion". In 1888 a
lot of Gaelic Football and Hurling players travelled to America and
the All-Ireland championships were not held.
There was no All-Ireland Hurling or Football Championships in
1888. This was due to many players going to America on tour, in
what became known as "The American Invasion".