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The Barretts of Ballinacree
‘His abilities to catch and kick and run were superb’ - All Black Beauden Barrett’s GAA days
Beauden, Jordie and Scott spent 16 months living in Ballinacree, Co Meath, during their youth
Brothers Jordie, Scott and Beauden Barrett pose for a photo with their parents Kevin and Robyn Barrett. Photograph: Andrew Cornaga/Photosport/Inpho
Gordon Manning
Fri Oct 13 2023 - 06:00
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