The roar was something else when the famous cup was carried off the ferry. A proud and emotional morning for the people of Clare Island.
Mayo beat Kerry in the All-Ireland final on Sunday, July 26, to end their 75 year drought, after losing at the final hurdle eleven times since 1989.
Andy Moran and his management snatched the ultimate prize in their first year in charge, helped by a crop of young players complimenting an experienced team. Especially Kobe McDonald, Darragh Beirne and Eoin McGreal caught the eye, while Ryan O’Donoghue delivered footballer-of-the-year performances over the course of the knock-out stages.
5. The O’Malley family, Mary, Joe, Grainne, Pearce and Sarah, outside the Clare Island Club House with Sam
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6. Mason Sheridan and Hannah McGovern on the way to Clare Island with Sam
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7. The Youngest and Oldest living on Clare Island. Baby Dominique O’Malley and Chris O’Grady.
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8. Brian and Kate O’Grady with Sam Maguire on the ferry, Clew Bay Queen.
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