Famous Roscommon singer watches his granddaughter take centre stage

Famous County Roscommon singer, Brendan Shine, has graced many performances with his accordion during his career, but he took his seat in the audience on Saturday evening last, allowing his granddaughter take centre stage.

Esmae Halpin captained Pádraig Pearses to Roscommon LGFA Minor Division 1A glory following a thrilling 2-11 to 3-6 victory against Boyle in Kilbride.

Brendan — who had hits with Do You Want Your Old Lobby Washed Down, Where The Three Counties Meet, and Catch Me If You Can — was in attendance alongside his wife, Kathleen, to see Esmae lead her side to success.

Esmae was also part of the Roscommon minor ladies' football final that reached a first All-Ireland A final earlier this year.

She is a student in Our Lady's Bower, Athlone, where her mother Emily is a teacher.