Saving ref from furious fans all part of the job

Manicuring the lawn of Kingspan Breffni Park represents a relatively stress-free job, one would think, yet John Wrenne’s role has lent itself to a library-full of unusual memories.

Emphasis very much on unusual.

A native of Crosshaven, John’s position in the army saw him relocate to Cavan town where his brother-in-law was part of the grounds team at Breffni Park.

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