O’Connor: The men stood up when it counted most

HE is a native of Lismore in Waterford but manager James O’Connor could appreciate how momentous yesterday’s Cork hurling final triumph was to the people of Carrigtwohill.

“I’ve been at a lot of county finals over the years but I’ve never seen the scenes that are out on that pitch there.

“The joy is incredible, you have old men crying and it’s just fantastic.