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🎶 Touch the Sky – The Anthem of the Final

As the final whistle echoed through Croke Park and Galway’s players collapsed in joy, one song seemed to rise above the roar: Julie Fowlis’s Touch the Sky. With its soaring melody and Gaelic soul, it captured everything this match stood for—freedom, courage, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.

“I will ride, I will fly / Chase the wind and touch the sky”

These words weren’t just lyrics—they were lived. Galway, written off by many, defied gravity. Cork, down a player, refused to fall. Both teams chased something bigger than victory. They chased legacy.

Let this be the soundtrack not just of a match, but of a movement. Of women who rise, who fight, who fly.

🎶 🏑 🐎 🌬️ 🎯 🧊 🧱 🔥 🎻 🕊️ 🚀 🔊 Touch the Sky by Julie Fowlis

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It had everything. Drama, skill, heartbreak, and heroism.

In front of over 28,000 roaring fans at Croke Park, Galway edged past Cork by a single point—1-14 to 1-13—in a Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Senior Camogie Final that will be talked about for years.

Galway lifted the O'Duffy Cup. But Cork? Cork walked off the pitch with heads held high, having shown the kind of heart that defines champions.

🔥 Step-by-Step: How It Unfolded

• Early Exchanges
Hannah Looney opened the scoring for Cork, but Aoife Donohue answered with flair. From the first whistle, it was clear: this was going to be a battle.

•Galway’s Goal (14th min)
Mairead Dillon, fed brilliantly by Donohue, rifled a low shot past Amy Lee. Galway had the edge, but Cork weren’t going anywhere.

•Missed Opportunity
Katrina Mackey won a penalty—huge moment. But Galway keeper Sarah Healy stood tall and denied her. A turning point.

•Red Card Blow
Just before half-time, Looney was sent off for a high challenge. Cork were down to 14. Most teams would crumble. Cork didn’t.

•Second-Half Fightback
Cork clawed their way back. Orlaith Cahalane’s stunning goal in the 60th minute tied the game. The crowd? Electric.

• Dolan’s Decisive Free (63rd min)
Galway captain Carrie Dolan, cool as you like, slotted a sideline free. One point up. One foot on the podium.

• Final Whistle
Cork pressed. Galway held firm. The roar at Croke Park when the whistle blew? Deafening. Galway were champions.

👑 Galway’s Glory

They were written off. They answered with brilliance.

• Carrie Dolan – 7 points, including the match-winner. Ice in her veins.
• Aoife Donohue – Electric in midfield. Creator, disruptor, leader.
• Mairead Dillon – The goal that changed everything.
• Róisín Black – A wall in defence.
• Ailish O’Reilly – 3 points from play. Class.
• Manager Cathal Murray – Tactical masterclass. “We were written off completely,” he said. “This is the sweetest win.”

❤️ Cork’s Courage and Class

They lost the match. But they won hearts.

• Orlaith Cahalane – That goal. That moment. Pure magic.

• Ashling Thompson – Dominant in midfield. 2 points, countless turnovers.
• Saoirse McCarthy – Steady on frees, vital in Cork’s comeback.
• Laura Treacy & Laura Hayes – Defensive leaders. Relentless.
• Manager Ger Manley – Nearly pulled off a historic three-in-a-row. His team played with grit, unity, and pride.

Down to 14 players for half the match, Cork never backed down. They fought, they rallied, and they came within a whisker of glory. That’s legacy. That’s Cork.

🎉 A Day to Remember

From the roar of the crowd to the tears of triumph and heartbreak, this final was more than a match—it was a celebration. Of sport. Of community. Of women’s games that continue to inspire.

🌟 Galway, take a bow. You’ve made history, and you’ve made us proud. And to Cork—gracious in defeat, fearless in battle—you reminded us what true heart looks like. From the first whistle to the final seconds, you gave us everything. You’ll be back. And we’ll be watching. 🌟

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