Lámh Dhearg hosted a special social hurling game between the minor panels from ‘92 of Loughgiel and themselves in honour of club stalwart Daryl Fegan who sadly passed away in January . A repeat of the classic all county minor final.

It was great to see so many players tog out , dust the cobwebs of helmets and sticks and roll back the years. Both teams deserve full credit for serving up an exhibition of exciting hurling in a sporting spirit showing they still have the passion, skills and stick work and prove the old adage that you never lose it.
The big turnout clearly reflects the esteem Daryl was held in and special mention to Owen O’Neill who flew in from Holland to play and Ciaran Herron who travelled up from Donegal .Thanks to referee Mark McDonald for refereeing the game although the pace would have been a bit slower than the pulsating ‘92 final.

After the whistle both teams retired to the clubrooms and enjoyed the craic and ceol as their aching limbs earned a deserved and relaxing break.
Club PRO Paul Buchanan thanked Loughgiel for travelling and playing and everyone for contributing to such an enjoyable day making it a fitting poignant tribute to Daryl. He commented that the game sums up the true essence of the Gaa family and community in supporting each other . Paul paid a glowing tribute to Daryl and acknowledged that the day will bring much solace and support to the Fegan family. Paddy Tumelty organiser of the day made a special presentation of a framed Loughgiel jersey to Pj Mullan as a momento of them participating while PJ presented Daryl’s wife Sarah with a gift to acknowledge the game . PJ spoke so highly of Daryl as a former county player and as an opponent , thanked the club for the invite and hospitality and acknowledged Loughgiel were privileged and honoured to be asked and thoroughly enjoyed the day and the craic.