‘Sadness and regret fill me’: Lee Keegan’s heartfelt open letter to Mayo supporters
Mayo star Lee Keegan has posted an open letter to Mayo supporters, days after losing out to Dublin in the All-Ireland final replay.
Keegan is one of three footballers shortlisted for the GPA Footballer of the Year award but the heartbreaking defeat is still uppermost in his mind.
In the message, shared on Twitter, the half back spoke of his “sadness and regret” over the loss but vows to “fight on”.
Keegan paid tribute to the Dublin team and said there would be months of soul-searching ahead for the Mayo squad.
A small message to all @MayoGAA pic.twitter.com/DbvzJzm4My
— Lee Keegan (@leeroykeegan) October 6, 2016
He also thanked fans for their unwavering support and they have responded in their droves, commending Keegan on his passion and commitment. They also backed their team to come back stronger next season.
You can't do better than your best... You gave your all for @MayoGAA keep the head up Lee 👍🏻🍎🍏🍎🍏
— Ciarán (@Ciaran__McG_) October 6, 2016
We live our lives vicariously through ye each Summer. Ye keep going and we'll stay following👏👊🍎🍏
— Patrick Rochford (@TwinGooners) October 6, 2016
Just the rub of the green (and red ) away Lee. Head up you are a great footballer. Drive on next year again.
— lorcs (@lorcsbyrne) October 6, 2016
A ball of hop was all there was from the ultimate goal #HeartsBiggerThanLions #DreamsDoComeTrue #GreatnessWillFollow
— Paul Gibney (@paulgibbo67) October 6, 2016
stay strong Lee, you did your team & county proud. The coldness of winter will give way to another exciting summer!
— Patrick Conboy (@pat_conboy) October 6, 2016
Classy player, classy fans.
