Royals now have eyes on the prize rather than 'just turning up' – Marion Farrelly on Meath's evolution

The physiotherapist has been a leading light for the county after a hiatus.

IMPACT: Marion Farrelly has been in fine form since her return.

After originally returning to the inter-county football scene in a different capacity last year, 2024 has seen Marion Farrelly enjoying a fresh lease of life at the fulcrum of the Meath attack.

Two years after captaining the Royal County to an All-Ireland Minor ‘B’ title against Roscommon, Farrelly started in the forward line when Meath were beaten by Tyrone in the TG4 All-Ireland Intermediate Football Championship decider of 2018 at Croke Park.