Sean Og’s keeps the faith by making the most of his talent

HURLING is Seán Óg Ó hAilpín’s expression of thanks for the gifts God has given him, he reveals in a frank interview.

“My faith is hugely important to me. I believe there is a God and I believe he has given me a talent for sport, so I don’t want to let this talent go to waste.

“Harnessing and using it is my pay-back to God for what He has given me. I don’t have doubts about God’s existence whatsoever. Before every game I always say a Hail Mary to guide me through the match. At night, I always say it again before going to bed to thank Him for getting me through the day; tomorrow is a whole new day, whatever He has out there for me, I’ll take it on board.