Padraig Horan (centre) is pictured with Hubert Rigney (l) and Martin Hanamy (r), all of whom have captained Offaly to All-Ireland senior hurling championship successBanagher community unites in honour of Padraig HoranReminiscence was the theme in Banagher College on Friday night as the community united to celebrate St Rynagh's and Offaly hurler Padraig Horan following his appearance on TG4's Laochra Gael documentary series. The former Banagher College teacher was the first player to captain an Offaly hurling team to win an All-Ireland senior title in 1981 was the focal point for the most recent episode to be aired on TG4 with family members, former team mates and opponents recalling the life of the former Faithful County full forward. Previous Next Image 1 of 2 Padraig Horan is pictured with his wife Carmel Image 2 of 2 Padraig Horan is presented with a candle from St Ryangh's GAA chairman Paddy ScalesIn what was a proud night for St Rynagh's GAA, the celebratory evening saw memories shared and moments that shaped the club’s history, as the Liam McCarthy Cup made the short trip from Tipperary to mark the occasion.

Source: Irish Independent February 23, 2026 12:55 UTC