Shock of the yearMullinalaghtaWe all know the numbers involved at this stage, and Mullinalaghta’s defeat of Dublin powerhouses Kilmacud Crokes in the Leinster Club Football Championship final will go down as one of the GAA’s great David versus Goliath moments, giving hope to small rural clubs all around the country. The commitment of some of the playing squad coupled with the dedication of those working in the club was evidence that no matter how much money is at your disposal or how many members are in your club, hard work and dedication can still win the day. Moment of the yearJohnny Sexton’s drop-goal in ParisA moment that snatched victory in Paris and provided the platform for Ireland’s grand slam success.

Source: The Times December 25, 2018 00:00 UTC