Longford champions Killoe Emmet Óg facing 48-week suspension

County champions appealing hefty ban for non-payment of €750 fine

Longford's Killoe Emmet Óg are appealing their 48-week ban, which would see them out of competitive football until next summer. Picture:  Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

Longford club Killoe Emmet Óg, who are the reigning county senior football champions, have been hit with a 48-week suspension.

The club is appealing the ban which has been handed down by Longford GAA because of the non-payment of a €750 fine. If the ban is upheld, the club will not play any competitive football until next summer.