And it was a finale fitting of the occasion after Gaels from across the globe made the Oakleaf County their home for the duration of an event which will leave a lasting legacy in the city and county. As always, Journal photographer George Sweeney wasn’t far away so have a look at a few of the memorable images from some of last week’s finals . . .
17. The Pearse Og San Francisco team defeated by New York in the GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 195
The Pearse Og San Francisco team defeated by New York in the GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 195 Photo: George Sweeney
18. The Australasia team celebrate their victory over the Middle East in the GAA World Games Men’s Open final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 194
The Australasia team celebrate their victory over the Middle East in the GAA World Games Men’s Open final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 194 Photo: George Sweeney
19. New York captain James Breen receives the GAA World Games Hurling International trophy from GAA President Larry McCarthy in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 192
New York captain James Breen receives the GAA World Games Hurling International trophy from GAA president Larry McCarthy in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 192 Photo: George Sweeney
20. New York fans at their game against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 191
New York fans at their game against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 191 Photo: George Sweeney