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 . . .
21. New York in action against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 190
New York in action against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 190 Photo: George Sweeney
22. New York in action against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 189
New York in action against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 189 Photo: George Sweeney
23. New York in action against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 188
New York in action against Pearse Og San Francisco in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 188 Photo: George Sweeney
24. Pearse Og San Francisco in action against New York in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 187
Pearse Og San Francisco in action against New York in GAA World Games Hurling International final in Celtic Park on Friday morning. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 187 Photo: George Sweeney