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Michael ‘Sticky’ Ward 1998 – Aodh Ruadh
Only 21-years-old at the time, the corner-forward produced a fantastic performance, nailing 1-4, including a superb goal five minutes from time for his side as they clinched their first county title in four years, with a 1-11 to 0-11 point win over Naomh Columba.
John Duffy was equally as impressive on the day as he battled through the pain barrier of a hamstring injury to guide his side over the line.
Despite the Glen side staying with the Ballyshannon men throughout the match, late points from Brian Roper and Ward going into the final minutes of the match game the Aodh Ruadh team a two-point cushion, until Ward blasted the only goal of the game into the net to win it for his side.
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