All-Ireland winning Dubs visit CHI ahead of homecoming

The All-Ireland winning Dublin ladies football team brought some joy and the Brendan Martin cup to CHI Crumlin this morning, ahead of a homecoming event for the team tomorrow.

Captain Carla Rowe and player of the match Orlagh Nolan were among several players visiting the hospital, as well as manager Paul Casey.

The celebrations are continuing for the team today who are still riding high after yesterday's 2-16 to 0-10 All-Ireland victory over provincial rivals Meath.

The players weren’t the only ones to have a turn at lifting the cup, as children and staff alike managed to get a hold of the coveted trophy.

Paul Casey said that the hospital visit had made the victory all the better.

"It’s great to wake up this morning as All-Ireland champions. A morning like this is special and tops off a day what was a great day yesterday," he said.

"It’s great, it's a fantastic privilege to come and see the kids in the hospital. The morning after an All-Ireland is really nice to come here and see the smiles on their faces and all the different county jerseys."

The team’s homecoming celebrations will be held in Smithfield Square tomorrow at 6pm, which Casey said will give the team a chance to get their energy levels back up.

"We’re looking forward to getting a great crowd in Smithfield and give the girls a reception they deserve," Casey said.

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