By David Connors (Twitter: @peterswellman)Recognised by many as the national card game of Ireland, 25 is a game synonymous with the Irish countryside. For many elderly people living in rural Ireland, 25 remains their only social outlet – offering a chance to meet friends and interact with the local community on weekly basis. Weekly games, like one in Tubber, Co. Clare, are held up and down the country in rural and urban areas. Reporter, David Connors went along to the Tuesday night game to find out what keeps bringing the regulars back and why they think people of the younger age group are no longer taking up 25. This article and video is a submission to the annual University of Limerick / Landmark Media video competition

Source: Evening echo May 11, 2018 16:41 UTC