Some terrific news emerged this evening as it became known that Meath’s most decorated footballer Martin O’Connell had been reunited with his missing All Ireland medal. The symbol of victory, from the 1987 triumph over Cork – which bridged the … Continue reading Power of social media shines bright as Milennium Man gets medal back
I should know by now to wait. To let my emotions cool down after a match before commenting. The last time I fell into the old trap was the night Tyrone stole victory from the jaws of defeat. Or rather … Continue reading Sometimes it’s best to say nothing
Martin O’Connell has become the second Meath footballing legend to have part of his medal collection – amassed over a stellar career in green and gold – stolen. Earlier this year, Graham Geraghty, who is currently recuperating following major surgery … Continue reading Second Meath legend burgled
Meath…..5-09 Kildare……0-15 One of the biggest drawbacks during Meath’s National League campaign, which resulted in them being relegated from the top tier, was the difficulty they had in raising green flags. Whatever happened during the lockdown, the Royal County have … Continue reading Meath find their goal-den touch to get due reward
Amanda Geraghty issued a positive update regarding her husband Graham’s ongoing recovery from major surgery two weeks ago. The former Meath captain and selector was rushed to hospital on October 28th gravely ill and underwent emergency surgery at a Dublin … Continue reading Geraghty has “Long Road” ahead as journey of recovery continues
I don’t mind admitting I’m numb, have no idea why I’m writing this, yet felt overcome by a compulsion to do something. By now, most of you will undoubtedly have heard that arguably the greatest footballer this county ever produced … Continue reading The game changer needs his greatest ever performance
Sport, by it’s very nature, is full of ups and downs. You’ll lose a lot more than you’ll win. Believe me, I know all too well. Therefore, savouring the good days, when they do dawn, is not only important at the time, but also crucial in giving hope for the future. In more ways than one. Last Saturday evening was one such occasion for Meath GAA fans. Defeating Dublin in anything at any time is usually a good indicator you are on the right road. So, when John McCarthy’s side recorded a comfortable victory over the two shades of blue … Continue reading Wheels coming off the wagon already
Meath 0-19 Dublin 1-20 If one wanted to be straightforward about the meeting of the old rivals at Parnell Park tonight, already relegated Meath are still without a point in this year’s National League. And still a decade without a … Continue reading Plenty of positives but the ten year wait goes on
LEINSTER MFC; MEATH 1.15 DUBLIN 0-07 A second half goal from Dunshaughlin’s Aaron Murphy pointed the home side towards victory as they completely dominated their old rivals to further underline the progress made and the work which continues to be done with Meath underage teams. Such an outcome looked distinctly unlikely when the sides changed ends deadlocked at 0-04 apiece. However, a flurry of early second half scores, with Summerhill’s Eoghan Frayne particularly prominent, before Murphy from the newly crowned Minor county champions sealed the deal. Team manager John McCarthy, who played his club football with Walterstown but is now … Continue reading Murphy’s ‘Major’ seals the deal as McCarthy’s men March on
Another busy episode this week. Containing good and bad news for Meath GAA, new ground broken on a couple of fronts in Horse Racing and a re-connection with Basketball for yours truly. Please note that filming took place over the … Continue reading DriveThru Sports Weekly – Ep. 4
