Clonmel Commercials’ football family help Ian Fahey in time of need

When the final whistle confirmed victory for Clonmel Commercials in October’s Tipperary senior football final, Ian Fahey couldn’t hold the emotion in any longer.

Jubilant Commercials fans invaded the Semple Stadium pitch to pay tribute to their heroes but one familiar face was missing.

Less than two months earlier, Ian’s mother Caroline passed away peacefully at St James’ Hospital in Dublin.