It was a disappointing defeat for Armagh on Saturday but while it could have been even more bleak, as there were no supporters allowed – there was a feeling of hope and optimism at the Athletic Grounds.
Every sound echoed around the empty stadium with only essential staff and media present and socially distanced. The air was chilly, but the seats were warmed by over 3,000 Armagh school children’s smiling faces.
Those faces took the form of self-portraits by primary school children throughout Armagh, in support of their team, their county and most of all as a message of hope for everyone watching on the national airwaves.
The initiative was instigated by Armagh Performance Coach Hugh Campbell and for this episode of The I on the Ball, proudly sponsored by Blackhill Energy, we spoke to Hugh about the idea behind the campaign, how it came about and the message it sends.
It’s also been tough times for Armagh City Football Club’s supporters and players.
We caught up with Armagh City FC Chairman Aidan Murray, who spoke about their new signings, their perfect record in their cup fixtures thus far, and the focus of the club, as they comply with the latest instructions from the powers that be.
Armagh ladies ready to break new ground while men enjoy Ulster victory over Derry
O’Hanlon honoured at IFA Awards and McGeeney looks forward to life in Division One
Father and Daughter refereeing duo Gerry and Lauren Murray
Thornton and McGrane put golf’s – and Co Armagh's – hidden gem on the map
New City of Armagh head coach Chris Parker plus reaction from final weekend of GAA club action
The Mighty Quinn packs a punch and reaction from JFC and IFC Championship finals
Mind over matter for FC Mindwell and family affairs for victorious Maghery and Armagh Harps Ladies
Justin McNulty on football, family and career & Stefan Campbell helps Clans into final
Richard Bullick: The man in the know and Cross' captain James Morgan
Magic Mackin back with a bang and Windmill Stars' Fitzpatrick on new season
Throwing bullets with Chris and Kelly Mallon as Cross' boss laments treatment of O'Neill brothers
Corrinshego’s field of dreams & Armagh GAA championship review
Crooked Lake's Catherine Murphy and Armagh CC’s stat man – Brian Weir
MUFL Chairman Sean O'Neill and Dromintee's John Kennedy
Aidan Forker and Ronan Clarke on first game of delayed GAA season
Jamie Smith on gambling addiction and how he tried to end his life
Moving on up: Bessbrook United make the switch from Carnbane to Mid-Ulster League
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