Crossmolina GAA claimed the All-Ireland Intermediate Club Championship title, dedicating their victory to the memory of Conor Loftus' late fiancée, Roisin Cryan, who tragically passed away before the original match date.
Conor Loftus ' team, Crossmolina , paid tribute to his late fiancée, Roisin Cryan , after securing their All-Ireland intermediate championship title on Sunday, January 26th. The team triumphed over Ballinderry at Croke Park, with Loftus himself scoring the winning penalty. Roisin tragically passed away on January 11th and was laid to rest the following Friday. The original match had been postponed out of respect for her passing.
Crossmolina's captain, Mikie Loftus, delivered an emotional tribute during the celebrations, dedicating their victory to Roisin. A video capturing this heartfelt moment was shared by the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA). Mikie spoke fondly of Roisin, emphasizing her unwavering support for the team during both their successes and challenges. He expressed his belief that she was looking down upon them with pride.In the lead-up to the match, John Maughan, a selector for Crossmolina, expressed sincere gratitude to Ballinderry for their understanding and support. He highlighted their presence at Roisin's funeral mass and their willingness to work with Crossmolina to reschedule the game. Maughan acknowledged that Ballinderry's kindness and flexibility had been invaluable during a difficult time, ensuring that the match could go ahead while respecting the emotional needs of both teams
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