Doyle plays a captain's role

Trevor Doyle proved to be Rathnew's captain fantastic when he scored the late goal that gave his team their sixth senior football…

Trevor Doyle proved to be Rathnew's captain fantastic when he scored the late goal that gave his team their sixth senior football title in-a-row at Aughrim yesterday. Playing with the wind advantage, the Roundwood men had just drawn level with their opponents three minutes from the end when Doyle struck the vital goal for Rathnew.

SCORERS: Rathnew: T Doyle (1-1), R Coffey (0-3), T Gill (0-3), R Dignam (0-1). An Tochar: c Daye (0-3, frees) J P Davis (0-1), D McGillycuddy (1-0), K Power (0-1).

Referee: E O'Brien (Aughrim)