Prendergast backs Paulie to battle back

Rail and bus travellers passing through Colbert Station are left in no doubt as the most treasured person in this part of Limerick City.

High on the sidewall overlooking the terminus is a massive sign proclaiming “The Pride of the Yellow Road” and underneath is a picture of a strapping young rugby player sporting a sweatband underneath a shock of red hair and a distinctive black and amber jersey.

Even though it is the best part of 10 years since the photo was taken and the subject is a lot less well off these days in the hirsute stakes, there was no need for any further identification.