Twenty years ago Ray Silke had the unique distinction of leading both his club and county up the Hogan Stand steps to collect senior All-Ireland titles in Croke Park. Two decades on he is still leading by example — but in a very different capacity

It’s Tuesday evening in the village of Corofin. Outside Raftery’s pub sits a car painted saffron and green. Printed on the bonnet, doors, and boot are the names of each Corofin panellist, as well as management.