It’s 2023 objective No. 1 complete for Rory Gallagher’s men who can now turn their attentions to an Ulster Championship opener against Fermanagh on April 15th. Derry also have a Division Two final to look forward to and a day out in Croke Park for the fans who once against turned up in their numbers to watch the Oak Leafers secure their top flight return with an emphatic victory over Clare on Sunday. Of course, the Journal’s George Sweeney was there and here are just a few of his stand out images from another memorable day . . .
25. Under pressure Chrisse McKaigue gets off a pass to Conor Glass during Sunday’s game against Clare in Owenbeg. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2312GS – 09
Under pressure Chrisse McKaigue gets off a pass to Conor Glass during Sunday’s game against Clare in Owenbeg. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2312GS – 09 Photo: George Sweeney
26. The Derry panel that gained promotion to Division One after defeating Clare at Owenbeg on Sunday afternoon. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2312GS – 01
The Derry panel that gained promotion to Division One after defeating Clare at Owenbeg on Sunday afternoon. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2312GS – 01 Photo: George Sweeney