The GAA President Jarlath Burns presented the Down senior footballers with their Tailteann Cup medals at a special dinner at the Canal Court Hotel on 23 October.

Having lost out in the decider last year, Down went one better to win a first senior football title in Croke Park since 1994 and secure a place in the All-Ireland Championship next season. A narrow defeat to the eventual All-Ireland champions Armagh resulted in participation in the Tailteann Cup for the third year in a row, but this time an unbeaten run brought success and the security of playing Division 2 football next year with chmpionship status secured.

The campaign started with easy victories over Limerick and London, and late goals overcame Offaly in a dead rubber at Breffni Park. The home advantage was crucial for the quarter final stage, as Down defeated Wicklow before edging out Sligo after extra time ina nail-biting semi final at headquarters.

Despite conceding goals in each half, and a nervy finish, Down completed the job with a final win over Laois by 0-14 to 2-6.

The presentation of medals also featured an address from the Uachtarán and the team captain Pierce Laverty.

The Scór na nÓg 2024 County Final is taking place on Sunday 10th November.

The final will take place in Atticall Community Centre commencing at 1pm.

A range of clubs accross Down are taking place in many different acts.

The Ulster Scór na nÓg Semi Final will take place on Sunday 17th November in Stradone, Co. Cavan alongside the winners from Cavan, Fermanagh & Monaghan.

Best of luck to all taking part.