Gavin the hero as The Downs record historic minor win By Topic.ie 29 October 2014 The Downs: 1-12 Shandonagh: 2-8 In a thrilling finish, The Downs held out against a resurgent Shandonagh side to claim a first ever Minor Football Championship title (Premier Division) at Cusack Park last Sunday. Share FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsAppTelegram Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Woohoo! Your subscription has been successful! Subscribe to our newsletter Keep up to date with all the latest news, offers and special announcements. SUBSCRIBE TOP STORIES Arts Council criticised after phenomenal “Phantom” run in Mullingar 15 May 2025 Westmeath weighs in on skorts/shorts debate 15 May 2025 Music of Kilbeggan-based Eurovision songwriter set for semi-final 14 May 2025 Surprise, surprise! Teresa says ta-ra after 26 years 15 May 2025 Sun shines as top musicians gather in Moate for Fleadh Cheoil na hIarmhí 16 May 2025 Rachel rocks! ‘Pollard artist to take part in prestigious program 16 May 2025 Photos: Wedding of Yesim Fitzpatrick and Mark McDonnell 16 May 2025 Hundreds of early risers take part in Darkness Into Light 16 May 2025 MORE STORIES Hundreds of early risers take part in Darkness Into Light Westmeath teen complete half-marathon for Ben’s Lifeline Olympio – honest, raw and raring to go Westmeath weighs in on skorts/shorts debate RFA Swans Mullingar are crowned All-Ireland Trophy champions