Ahead of this year's GAA championships we're celebrating all that's good about the fans that will be decorating the summer with their colour and stories. Next up it's Wicklow. The Garden county will face Offaly in the first round of the Leinster football championship next Sunday, but this article is going to focus on the supporters that will be cheering from the sidelines as they hope to get their championship off to a winning start. wicklow gaa wicklow gaa
Wicklow GAA fans: A Tribute
They're partial to tuck shops
Sure look, who isn't?
They know how to dress for the occasion
This Wicklow woman has designed an impenetrable fortress consisting of wellies, a yellow poncho and an aggressively big umbrella.
They know how to use their body as a canvas for their support
This Wicklow man knows how to use the resources available to him.
They can count Ireland's greatest defender amongst their supporters
Not a bad man to have egging you on from the stands.
They're known to perform impromptu impressions of Mother Teresa
Ok, I'll admit, I'm reaching with this one.
They're handy with the auld signs
Taking inspiration from Barack Obama's presidential campaign this Wicklow supporter knows how to inspire the troops.
The kids are behind the team 100%
A presidential wave from this young buck.
They're not afraid of heights
Not a bother on him, thought the youngster does have his Da to break his fall.
