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Listen: Eamon McConigley praises Donegal Youth League ‘character’ after derby win

written by Chris McNulty October 28, 2017
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Eamon McConigley praised the character of his Donegal Youth League side after their 3-2 win over Inishowen in the Inter-League Cup.

Donegal came from behind for the win at The Moss in the opening game of the competition.

“It was hard-earned, but I expected that,” McConigley said.

“We had a fortnight’s preparation. 39 players turned up to the trials and we had to take that down to 21.

“I’m delighted for them. They showed great character to come back like that.

“The atmosphere is great there and we’re looking forward to the rest of the games.”

Listen to the full interview below …

Listen: Eamon McConigley praises Donegal Youth League ‘character’ after derby win was last modified: October 28th, 2017 by Chris McNulty
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Chris McNulty

Author of 'Boxing In Donegal: A History (2021)' - the definitive history of the sport in County Donegal - and 'Relentless: A Race Through Time', the 2019 memoir of former Irish Athletics Team Manager Patsy McGonagle. From St Johnston and now based in Letterkenny, Chris was a nominee for NUJ Sports Journalist of the Year in 2010. Honoured by the Donegal Boxing Board in 2016 for his coverage on the sport.

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