For his debut novel, Meath author Oisín Fagan stepped back in time to imagine the aftermath of the Black Death in Ireland. It could be the next Game of Thrones, writes Ed Power.

Double heartbreak yesterday for Kerry school Coláiste na Sceilge in Basketball Ireland Schools’ League finals, losing both the U19 and U16 C Boys deciders after taking in half-time leads.

The number of contenders for the Meath SFC title was reduced to nine following the final round of the group phase at the weekend — and 2011 champions Summerhill were among the big winners.

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WHEN Gerry McEntee strides out to patrol the Páirc Táilteann sideline tomorrow it will be a homecoming in more ways than one.

Bryansford were crowned Blue September Kilmacud Sevens champions for the first time since 1994 at Glenalbyn this evening.

THE margin was 10 points against Cork two years ago.

Meath veteran forward Ollie Murphy is struggling with injury ahead of the Leinster football quarter-final showdown against Dublin on June 5 after damaging his groin during a club tie at the weekend.