End of an era as father-time catches up with brave Birr

WASN’T THIS as fine a start to any hurling match as you’re ever likely to see?

End of an era as father-time catches up with brave Birr
Tue, 18 Mar, 2008 - 00:00
Tony Considine

The movement of the ball by Birr, first-time, on the ground, was as good as I’ve ever seen, resulted in two fantastic goals; to me, it was reminiscent of the Offaly team of the 90’s at their very best.

What happened to them after that opening 10-minute spell?

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