Once bitten, twice as good
On his appointment three years ago, he claimed to see no reason why his new charges could not win a Leinster title but they have failed to make a breakthrough despite their impressive run through the qualifiers last year.
In Cusack Park they were outplayed in all sectors of the pitch, managing just three points from play and failing to pose any problems for Westmeath even after the home side lost wing-forward Fergal Wilson to a second yellow card with over 20 minutes to play.
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