No fairytale against New York for Craanford in Féile na nGael hurling final
DEFENDING CHAMPIONS New York proved just a little too strong for hosts Craanford on Saturday evening, as they took the Féile na Gael Division 4 hurling title after a tough battle.
The only boys' side in the county to reach a cup decider, Craanford were always likely to be up against it, given the American lads had swept aside all-comers on their way to this stage.
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