Ballymac's 42-year reign is finally ended

Waterford's Katie Murray. ©INPHO/Bryan Keane.

One of the longest winning streaks in Irish sport came to an end over the weekend when Ballymacarby were dethroned as Waterford senior ladies football champions.

Ballymac’ had won a remarkable 42 county titles in-a-row, but their long reign came to a sudden halt when they lost last Friday night’s county final at Fraher Field to Comeragh Rangers, who had lost 11 of the previous 12 deciders to the long-time champions.

Four goals from Waterford star Katie Murray propelled the Rangers to a famous 5-3 to 1-6 victory.

Congratulations to @ComeraghRanger on winning their 1st @WaterfordLGFA senior title tonight,Ballymacarbry have been remarkable champions but it is a historic night for the Comeragh ladies @WaterfordSport @wlrfm @tomasmcc @MunsterLGFA pic.twitter.com/m4DC6UWrm4

— Eddie Dee (@EddieDee_) October 11, 2024