Unlike many of his contemporaries, Cork captain Rob Downey actively seeks out and enjoys meeting with older members of his club to discuss its history. He finds inspiration and intrigue in the stories of the past, rather than seeing it as a chore or something dull.
Trending
- Eleven trainee Gardai in Donegal for three month period
- Sleepless nights and tough talks have tightened Tipp group
- Kieran Shannon: Cork captain Robert Downey turns to the Glen for advice, comfort and inspiration
- Cork City buses to introduce 90-minute free transfer Leap fare from next month
- Selling Irish whiskey to the Japanese
- Duff Shels exit almost derailed Boyd’s wedding plans
- A movement begins as trio charm a packed Marquee in Cork
- Cork remain unchanged for All-Ireland SHC final against Tipp
Kieran Shannon: Cork captain Robert Downey turns to the Glen for advice, comfort and inspiration
By LEN Editor
THE PRIDE OF BLACKPOOL: Cork captain Robert Downey: 'When you grow up in the Glen, it’s impressed upon you from an early age that you’re lucky to be putting on a Glen jersey.' Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile
© 2025 Local Europe News