11 days after their senior hurlers were relegated to the Christy Ring Cup, Offaly's U20s gave the county reason for hope.
At Parnell Park on Wednesday night, Offaly's young guns beat Dublin by a point following extra-time.
John Murphy scored the winning point - his second of the game - at the death as his side edged it 1-29 to 2-25.
Offaly's Cathal Kiely scored a remarkable 0-20 in the game, 18 of those scores came from placed balls.
Sportsfile's Eóin Noonan was in Donnycarney to capture some joyous Offaly celebrations.
John Murphy of Offaly celebrates with team-mate Cathal Brady
John Murphy of Offaly celebrates after scoring the winning point
John Murphy, left, celebrates with team-mate Brian Duignan
John Murphy of Offaly celebrates with supporters
John Murphy of Offaly celebrates
John Murphy, left, celebrates with team-mate Brian Duignan
John Murphy of Offaly celebrates with supporters
