We left Derry Sunday morning with Yvonne insisting that we extend our football experience. Our B&B hosts in Derry had mentioned that in the direction we were heading, it was not much of a diversion for us to get to a semi final of Ulster Gaelic football competition that afternoon at Clones. Yvonne liked the idea so Randall gracefully agreed to take Yvonne to the game. Now she is just that bit more of a world football expert. And she helped get Derry over a difficult game and into the final.
From another perspective it was an interesting experience, just like an Australian football experience in the 1960s. Locality based teams with loyal local fans. Lots of families at the games. Ground facilities basic and absolutely no alcohol evident or on sale. Basic seating and everybody focussed on the game. The game was quite fast and player skills were impressive especially ball handing and player ability to turn on a dime. We enjoyed it a lot.
From there is was only a short drive to our next B&B just a few kilometres out from Omagh in County Tyrone. Right on top of a rise with 360 degree view for many kilometres. Great Irish hosts with our hostess from Uzbekistan.
The drive across country was easy and interesting. A great multicultural day.
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