Award for O’Shea softens Wolves’ blow

THE disappointment of Manchester United’s shock Premiership defeat by Wolves on Saturday was eased considerably for Reds emerging superstar John O’Shea later that night when he was named Park Hotel Waterford Supreme Sports Star of 2003.

Unfortunately, John wasn’t able to be present in the Park Hotel to accept the inscribed Waterford Crystal trophy. But his parents, Jim and Mary, who did so on their son’s behalf, said it will be a treasured honour for John.

The presentation was made by