THE outpouring of emotion and relief as the hooter blew and the ball was kicked out was unlike anything seen in Louth GAA circles before since that often spoke about day in 1957 when the Wee County last won the All Ireland.
For the majority of the thousands of Louth supporters in the crowd this was their first ever taste of success in a Leinster Final and for those who were there in 1957 when Louth last lifted the Delaney Cup there were a few tears shed from die hard Louth fans who perhaps thought that they may never see this day arrive.
Louth were lining out for their third Leinster Final on the trot and this year there was a feeling
that this was a chance they had to take with Dublin having been knocked out by Meath in the semi-final. Mickey Harte’s Louth team were soundly beaten by the Dubs in the final two years ago while last year Ger Brennan’s side gained plenty of admirers as they went down narrowly to the same opposition by just four points.
Much of the talk in the build up to this game was of old scored been settled following THAT controversial Leinster Final in 2010 but for the Louth management and players they were focusing on the last two meetings between the sides, both won by the men in red including a ten point victory in last year’s All Ireland series in Inniskeen.
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Sam Mulroy lifts the Delaney Cup in front of a sea of Louth supporters in Croke Park. Pic credit: Ciaran Culligan.
Louth are Kings of Leinster again after a 68-year wait
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Louth supporters have been through the mill down through the years and most would have suspected that there would be suffering to go through during the game on Sunday. Most of that suffering came in the opening half with Meath looking the sharper of the two sides, scoring seven points during a five minute purple patch towards the end of the half. However, Ger Brennan’s side have grit and determina-
tion in abundance and they managed to stay in the game thanks to three goals from Sam Mulroy (Penalty), Ryan Burns and an absolutely glorious goal just before he break from All Star Craig Lennon.
The Louth Village man has been lauded for his pace and skill and he showed both qualities in abundance as he surged past Donal Keogan and Jack Flynn before stroking the ball almost casually past a stunned Billy Hogan in the Meath
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goal. That made it 0-13 to 3-3 in Meath’s favour at the break but it would have been Louth going in with their tails up having been second best for much of that opening half yet only down by a single point.
The second half saw Louth come out much more on the front foot but although they enjoyed more possession the radar of leading marksman and captain Sam Mulroy was slightly off with the Naomh Mairtin man missing four chances to add to his side’s tally. Meath meanwhile were picking off scores while Louth toiled with a Billy Hogan two pointer stretching the Royal County’s lead to four. Louth supporters needed some inspiration to give them hope and that duly arrived in the 45th minute as Burns landed a massive two pointer to get Louth back into the game. Meath responded with a point in the 47th minute from substitute Jordan Morris but that would prove to be their last point of the day as Louth turned the screw with Mulroy in particular taking centre stage.
The Louth captain led by
example scoring three points in quick succession along with scores from Conor Grimes and Ciaran Downey. Louth found themselves two points clear and in the ascendency as the game entered its final ten minutes but then came more suffering for the Louth supporters as a mix up in midfield saw Louth lose the ball leading to a lightning break from Meath who scored their first goal of the game via a neat finish from Matthew Costello to put
Meath one point clear. With four minutes remaining Louth were given hope as referee Martin McNally awarded Louth a free outside the arc for a potential two pointer. Mulroy lives for these moments. The Louth captain is known for his obsessive quest to be the best and all those hours in training were put in to prepare him for exactly this moment.
The hush that descended amongst the Louth supporters in Croke Park was emphatically broken
as the ball sailed over to put Louth ahead once more and on the brink of victory.
Meath chased and chased desperate to wrestle back possession but Louth brilliantly kept the ball and left their opponents chasing shadows in those nerve racking final minutes. Louth sealed victory in the final minute when Downey spotted the tireless Craig Lennon sprinting down the right and the Louth Village man made no mistake
as he steadied himself before sending the ball over the bar and sending the thousands of Louth supporters into dreamland. A truly momentous day that hopefully we won’t have to wait 68 years to witness again.
Scorers for Louth: Sam Mulroy 1-7 (pen, 2f, 1 tp, 1 45), Ryan Burns 1-3 (1 tp) Craig Lennon 1-1, Bevan Duffy, Ciaran Downey, Conor Grimes, all 0-1.
Donal McKenny; Conal McKeever, Peter Lynch, Craig Lennon; Tommy Durnin, Andy McDonnell; Bevan Duffy, Ciaran Downey, Conor Grimes; Kieran McArdle, Sam Mulroy, Ryan Burns.
Subs: Ciaran Keenan for Kieran McArdle (45), Paul Matthews for Andy McDonnell (47), Ciaran Byrne for Ryan Burns (62), Dara McDonnell for Bevan Duffy (65), Emmet Carolan for Daire Nally
Sam Mulroy lifts the cup in Market Square on Sunday evening. The Louth team celebrate in front of supporters in Dundalk.
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Louth manager Ger Brennan with the Delaney Cup. Louth Captain Sam Mulroy.
Louth players celebrated with fans in Market Square on Sunday evening. Joyous scenes in Market Square as the victorious Louth team celebrate.
Louth Chairman hails Golden Age for Louth football
LOUTH GAA County Chairman Sean McClean has hailed Louth ‘s Leinster Senior Football final success describing it as the highest of highs and a day that will never be forgotten. He also pointed to the success of the Minors and U20’s as well as the ladies and described this as a ‘real golden age for Louth football’.
“It’s just fantastic. I have been on a high since Sunday and two days later it hasn’t really gone down yet,” laughs Sean. “It was such a release of emotion from that sea of Louth supporters in Croke Park and
no doubt from those watching at home and it was truly a momentous day. I went down on to the pitch after the game and it was such a special feeling to see so many Louth supporters looking so happy in the stands.
“At the end of the day it all came down to those lads on the pitch and they gave it absolutely everything out there to make it happen. We are all so proud of them and Ger and all the coaching staff.
“That victory was especially for all the volunteers and the fantastic people who have followed and helped out across
the county down through the years. Rom the men and women lining the fields, putting up the nets, taking money at the gates, coaching in the clubs and so on.
“There’s been people who have followed Louth for a long long time who maybe were beginning to think this day would never come. It’s great for those older supporters and on the opposite end of that it’s also brilliant for our younger supporters who will be inspired by what they seen on Sunday.
“I was actually driving home with the cup last night and I
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was passing the pitch in Hunterstown when I seen that the U12’s were training. I decided to spoil there training by stopping the car and bringing the cup on to the pitch to show the boys. There was great excitement and that’s what it is all about at the end of the day,” stated Sean.
“These Louth footballers have created very special memories for a lot of people around the County and I’m sure there will be plenty more made and the weeks and years ahead,” he added.
Justice Minister visits local members of Women’s Aid
JUSTICE Minister, Jim O’Callaghan, was shown plans for a new 12-unit centre at Highfield, Newry Road, on a recent visit to meet members of Women’s Aid Dundalk.
The meeting took place at the existing Women’s Aid refuge on the Long Avenue, where the Minister was greeted by CEO, Ann Larkin, and other members of the board.
Also present was local TD,
Erin McGreehan, who is a member of the board.
The Minister was taken on a tour of the refuge by M/s Larkin, who outlined the work being undertaken there. Planning permission had been granted for the new facility, and board members along with helpers were looking forward to the move.
On inspecting the plans, Minister O’Callaghan said they were impressive, and un-
derlined the work being done by board members. He would, he added, be delighted to come down for the opening.
Deputy McGreehan said that a lot of work is being done at national level in relation to domestic and genderbased violence. She had full knowledge of the work being carried out at the centre, and like all others looked forward to the opening of the Highfield facility.
Louth GAA Chairman Sean McClean with his fellow Hunterstown Rovers clubman Ryan Burns
Minister for Justice, Jim O’Callaghan, accompanied by TD Erin McGreehan, pictured with board members and helpers on his visit to the Women’s Aid Dundalk refuge on the Long Avenue.
Daragh Roddy finishes second on world stage
RAVENSDALE native
Daragh Roddy added to his growing collection of medals on the world stage as he finished second in the world at the Irish Dancing World Championships in Dublin recently.
19-year old Daragh who dances with the Niamh Roddy Murphy Irish Dance Academy in the cdlubrooms at St Patricks GFC in Lordship, comes from Irish Dancing royalty with his granddad Tony, father Pat and aunty Niamh all former World Champions. Daragh joined that illustrious group of World Champions two years ago when he finished top of the pile in Montreal.
His last four World Championships have shown Daragh to be one of the most consistent and talented dancers on the planet with finishing positions of 3rd in 2022, 1st in 2023, 2nd in 2024 and 2nd again this year. Speaking to the Dundalk Leader, Daragh spoke of his love for Irish Dancing and of his relief at picking up another medal at the worlds in Dublin last month.
Daragh Roddy.
“Irish dancing has been very good to me and It has given me the chance to do what I love while traveling the world. It is hard work and you have to put a lot of hours in to compete at the top level but I do enjoy it and I still get a buzz competing at big tournaments like the worlds.
“At the worlds you have to do three rounds and there is pressure on you to get it right as one mistake could potentially see you ruin your chance of a medal.
I have a healthy rivalry with a few of the dancers and it’s generally the same group of lads competing for the medals each year. I was proud to finish second this year and although you are always looking to finish first I’m pretty hapy with how I performed.
“Your fate lies in the hands of a group of judges and all you can do is give it your all and give yourself a shot at finishing on the podium. I’ve managed to finish on the podium every year since 2022
and that’s something that I am really proud of,” stated Daragh.
“I probably practice about four or five days a week and I would also do a gym session. It is hard work and you have to ensure you peak at the right time in terms of tournaments. I’ve actually found the pressure has been a bit less since I started studying at the University of Ulster in Belfast last year. It was getting quite intense during 5th and 6th year at secondary school with exams and everything but it is a bit less intense now that I am in college. I go to my Aunt Niamh’s Irish Dancing school and she is fantastic. She has taught me so much and given up so much of her time to help me get to this level and I am very thankful to her.
“I would love to find some sort of pathway to make a living from Irish Dancing and join a show like Riverdance and travel the world. That’s the dream. I will keep on working hard and learning every day and hopefully one day that dream can be realised,” stated Daragh
St Vincent’s crowned
camogie champions
The victorious St Vincent’s camogie team who beat Ardee Community School last week.
SAINT Vincent’s School were celebrating this week as their Camogie team won against Ardee Community School to clinch the Junior Louth Secondary School League Final. In a thrilling game that went to extra time St. Vincent’s held on against huge pressure from Ar-
dee to win by one point. Team captain Dearbhla Morgan said ‘This was a very tight match and Ardee were very tough opponents. It was such an exciting match to play, particularly in the second half when we closed a seven point gap to keep the game in reach.
The draw at full time meant we had to dig deep in extra time to secure the win by only one point. I am so proud of all of my teammates, and how we pulled together and supported each other throughout the match.”
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Dundalk Community Training Centre Open Day
DUNDALK Community Training Centre held their annual Open Day last Friday at their headquarters in Mulholland Avenue. The centre was busy as many people enjoyed a tour of the building while also enjoying the complimentary refreshments which were on offer throughout the morning.
Dundalk Community Training Centre (The Magnet) is a locally based and established CTC set up in 1985 with the needs of the early school leaver and the young unemployed in mind.
They provide a wide range of training, educational and employment related services for young people in a friendly and informal manner to get recognised qualifications at a pace that suits the young person with the assistance of friendly and supportive staff. They have a wide range of courses available to help you to improve your skills with very skilful tutors to help you on your way working at a pace that suits your needs and
other supports that help young people find the job of their choice. Speaking to the Dundalk Leader last Friday afternoon Sharon Wiseman Flynn who runs the VTCT Level 1 and 2 Hairdressing Course said that she has probably trained up thousands of hairdressers since the course began in 2008. She admits to feeling a sense of pride when she sees former pupils doing well for themselves in salons all over the town.
“We have great facilities
here and the students really enjoy the course and they are keen to learn. It is initially a twelve month course and then they have the option of doing Level 2 which is another 12 month course. We introduce the students to the hair and beauty industries, present a professional image and work with others in the salon, developing their creative skills in the art of dressing hair and applying temporary colour, teaching them how to begin to create a hair and
tween the ages of 16-21 learning all about Measuring, Marking, Cutting and Assembly which Albert explains is a pathway to a number of different jobs in the building sector.
beauty image, provide effective shampooing and conditioning of hair, how to display retail stock or the creative art of styling women’s hair.
“We will also be starting up a Hair and Beauty course soon as well as a Barista Skills VTCT Level 2 course,” explained Sharon.
“Down the corridor Albert Myers was carefully monitoring student Josh Sipos in the Woodwork department where students are generally be-
“We teach the art of Measuring, Marking, Cutting and Assembly which are the four pillars of any trade. When they finish the course they have a pathway into a number of different jobs including Carpentry, electrical apprenticeships and bricklaying. I have seven or eight lads in here with me Monday to Friday and we teach QQI levels 1-4 here. We have good facilities but as with most places space can be a problem. We have done projects for the local community mainly around Christmas or Easter where we donate benches and tables to various groups around the town,” he explained. For further information on the Dundalk Training Centre please visit their website at https://dundalkctc.ie/
Stephen, Helen and Sandra at the Dundalk Community Training Centre Open Day.
Josh Sipos a student in Woodwork. Albert Myers (Woodwork course tutor)
Ava Mckeever Byrne training in the Hairdressing Course.
Holly Quilton and Alesha O’Hanlon.
Simona Toner and Amy Doyle.
Sharon Wiseman Flynn (Hairdressing course tutor).
FAMILY NOTICES
IN MEMORIAM NOVENA
BROWNE Freda BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
Birthday Remembrance of our dear Mother, Freda, whose 78th birthday occurs on Saturday, 17th of May, 2025. Mammy Birthday wishes sent to Heaven, From your family below, We miss and love you dearly, And we wanted you to know. Your birthday’s not forgotten, Your memory lives on, We celebrate the life you had, Even though you’ve gone. If we were given just one wish, One that would come true, We’d wish you back beside us, To spend this day with you. We will always love and miss you, And we often shed a tear, Especially on your birthday, Year after year.
—Happy Heavenly 78th birthday Mammy, lots of love from Francis, Alan, Milanda, Sinead, Niamh, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Forever in our hearts.
NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART
Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours. This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). A.D.
NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART
Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours. This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). K.G.
Dundalk to host Intercultural Football Tournament
AN All-Ireland Intercultural Football Tournament 2025 (AIF 2025) which will take place this summer is now officially open for registration! Football teams and local vendors/community groups are invited to be a part of this vibrant, inclusive celebration of culture, sport, and unity. The tournament will take place in Dundalk and will bring together football teams from diverse local and national backgrounds to celebrate diversity through sport. Alongside the tournament, the event will feature cultural stalls, live music, traditional foods, and much more – creating an exciting and familyfriendly atmosphere.
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LOUTH COUNTY COUNCIL—I, Nuala Conway intend to apply for permission for change of use of the dwelling house at this location from a granny flat connected to the main dwelling house to a self-contained long term rental dwelling unit. Changes to the building consist of the addition of 2no. Velux type roof lights to the main house and rear return. Existing entrance and site services are retained and not changed. At a site in Knocknagoran, Omeath, Co. Louth, A91 XW91. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Louth County Council from 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing within a period of 5 weeks from the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00.
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Louth County Council congratulates Louth team after 68-year wait comes to an end
LOUTH County Coun-
cil extends its heartfelt congratulations to the Louth senior football team on their historic and hard-fought victory over Meath in the Leinster Senior Football Championship final at Croke Park on Sunday.
Led by captain Sam Mulroy, who finished the game with an impressive tally of 1-7, Ger Brennan’s side produced a superb display to run out 3-14 to 1-18 winners, bringing the Delaney Cup back to the Wee County for the first time in 68 years!
Cllr Kevin Callan, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, said:
“On behalf of every elected member, I want to extend the warmest of congratulations to everyone involved at Louth GAA.
“As we’ve seen from the results of our minor and U20 teams in recent weeks, football in the county is clearly on an upward trajectory, and this magnificent win against our neighbours and old rivals confirms that.
“For a long time, we’ve all dreamt of win-
ning our first Leinster title since 1957, and Ger Brennan and this group of players have made that dream a reality. They will rightly go down in history as the team who ended the long wait - and they did it in style. An Lú Abú!”
David Conway, Chief Executive of Louth County Council, said: “This is a momentous day for County Louth,
and one that every GAA fan in the county will remember for the rest of their lives. This historic achievement is a testament to the dedication, talent, and spirit of the Louth players, the management and backroom team, the County Board, and every Gael across the county.
“Huge credit must go to both teams for producing such a thrill-
ing spectacle and it was wonderful to see the sea of red and white celebrating when Sam Mulroy lifted the trophy in the Hogan Stand. This marks a proud day in the history of Louth GAA and an unforgettable occasion that will inspire generations of youngsters to come. Congratulations to everyone involved.”
Expanded Town Scientist project to kick off in Dundalk next week
TOWN Scientist, the community science initiative funded by Research Ireland and led by Dundalk native Dr Niamh Shaw will be officially launched at Dundalk Credit Union at 12pm next Thursday, 15th May.
Town Scientist was piloted in Dundalk in 2024 and worked with local communities to make science more accessible and to break down barriers that often keep people from engaging with scientific topics. Building on the success of 2024, Dr Niamh Shaw will be launching a new and expanded Town Scientist programme for 2025 that will seek to reach
even more people in the Dundalk area. The project will be delivered in partnership with Louth Library, Louth ABC Programme, Dundalk Credit Union and Louth County Council and representatives of the project part-
ners will be speaking at the launch.
Full details of Town Scientist 2025 will be announced at next week’s launch.
Dr Niamh Shaw is an engineer, scientist, writer and science communicator whose lifelong ambition and focus is to experience and communicate the view of Earth from space. She has been working to achieve this for the past 14 years and is continuing to do so alongside working on projects like Town Scientist.
For more information on Dr Niamh Shaw, visit: https://niamhshaw.ie/
Dr Niamh Shaw, science communicator with a PhD in science
World Africa Day to be celebrated in Louth for fourth time
THE African community in Louth is set to celebrate ‘Africa Day’ on Sunday (25th May) at the Geraldines GAA hall in Haggardstown. The event will take place between 4-7pm and all are welcome. The celebration of African culture is being organised by the African Culture Centre, Ireland and the aim is to showcase the rich culture, diversity, and vibrancy of Africa.
Africa Day is an important day for Africans across the world and the African community in Louth is no exception. This year’s celebrations which promises to be bigger and better will feature a range of activities, including African music, art exhibitions, African Dance, African menu, socialising, African Drama and much more.
The event will also feature talks about African history and will highlight the positive effect of the African community in Louth and Ireland in general.
Attendees from last year’s Africa Day in the Geraldines GAA Hall in Haggardstown. This year’s event takes place on May 25th.
The celebrations in Louth are being organised the African Cultural Centre and one of the organisers Adebolu Amushan is hoping the people of Louth
“A lot of hard work has gone into putting on this event and it is being held to celebrate the links between Irish and African culture and to promote African heritage. The events will feature a wide variety of African music, including traditional and contemporary styles such as Afrobeat and highlife. There will also be dance
performances, showcasing the different styles and techniques of African dance, from the energetic moves of West African dances to the graceful steps of South African dances.
“There will be an opportunity to sample some of the delicious and diverse cuisine of Africa. there will be market stalls where you can purchase unique African crafts, clothing, and accessories,” stated Adebolu.
“Our dream is to eventually have a culture centre in Dundalk where
people can come in and find out more about Dundalk and what’s going on. A place to help newcomers to settle into their new community. We also want to change the perception some people have when they see an African man or woman walking down the street. Some people think negatively when they see us from afar but we are just the same as them and we hope events like this will help unite us all,” he added. For more information visit www.africaday.ie.
and two degrees in engineering, and international fellow of The Explorers Club. Passionate about igniting peoples curiosity, she explores crossovers in STEM, art & communication to share the human story of science. She has devoted her life to exploring Earth from the ground and above, from space. Experiencing life in the extremes she reports on science assignments from the remotest parts of the world to lead the change for a healthier and more sustainable planet. She contributes to The Irish Times, BBC Sky at Night magazine, RTE television and radio, BBC and SkyNews.
Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú, (second from left) with former Louth manager and former Louth TD, Peter Fitzpatrick, with Colin Duff (left) and Cllr Bernie Conlon outside Croke Park at the Louth match last Sunday.
