Early silverware for new skipper Sean Kelly as Galway claim FBD League title

New captain Sean Kelly had to wait just five days to lift silverware and Joyce said it’s good preparation for the start of the league.

Galway’s Dylan McHugh and Matthew Tierney with Keith Doyle of Roscommon challenge for the ball. Picture: INPHO/Tom Maher

Galway 1-18 Roscommon 1-16

Galway manager Padraic Joyce was pleased to start the year with a trophy as his men came from behind to capture their 10th FBD League title as both sides reveled in the splendid indoor setting at the Connacht GAA Air Dome.