At this stage of his career, John Galvin could be forgiven for taking it easy. Instead, the 36-year-old legendary Limerick midfielder, who played inter-county football for 15 years, is preparing for his second Clare county final. 

Caitríona McBride went to school with Eamon McGee, where she had to defend her pencil case from the future Donegal defender. They met recently to bring his story up to date.

Ireland’s first swine flu victim was today described as a courageous and determined young woman with a zest for life.