Galway realise eastern promise

CAPTAIN Shane Kavanagh claimed the Walsh Cup for the first time on Galway’s behalf and then declared the Tribesmen want to stay in Leinster permanently.

An impressive display from midfielder Ger Farragher that included 0-9 helped the Connacht men to their first piece of silverware since moving into the eastern province last year.

Judging by the reaction of the players and supporters who turned Parnell Park maroon for the afternoon – Portumna were in All-Ireland club action straight after – they could win many more.