By Shaun Casey IT was at Celtic Park last year that Armagh really started to believe they could go all the way. After a heartbreaking Ulster final defeat, Armagh showed their worth against Derry and enjoyed the experience of a lifetime. Philly McEvoy is hoping for some déjà vu this weekend. After another gut-wrenching Ulster final […]
McEvoy expecting another blockbuster with the Dubs’ return
By Michael McMullan WHEN Armagh last hosted Dublin in 2011, was Philip McEvoy was between posts. It was electric then and the Dromintee man is expecting the same on Saturday night. Armagh had just returned to Division Two. It was the opening of the new stand in the Athletic Grounds and Dublin would end a […]
Armagh can claim top spot says McEvoy
ALL-IRELAND SFC ROUND THREE Armagh v Galway Sunday, Markievicz Park, 1.45pm By Shaun Casey IN their last two championship meetings, Armagh and Galway have served up so much drama and excitement that this weekend’s highly-anticipated clash has already got ‘game of the season’ contender written all over it. Extra-time, penalties, melees, goals, late winners. You name […]
Saint Smyth of the ‘Bridge – Charlie Smyth’s story
Mayobridge’s Charlie Smyth recently signed for NFL side New Orleans Saints. Michael McMullan spoke with two men who know him well, clubmate Tom O’Hare and former coach Philip McEvoy CHARLIE Smyth is in dreamland. Five years ago, a fresh-faced 17-year-old punched send on an email asking for a shot at the NFL. It took a […]