Armagh minor player is 'critical'

Members of the Armagh team celebrate after winning the final

A member of Armagh's All-Ireland winning minor squad is critically ill following a car crash.

Padraig Hollywood, 17, suffered serious head injuries in a one-vehicle crash close to Armagh city on Saturday night.

The Granemore club player was part of the Orchard panel which defeated Mayo 0-10 to 0-7 in the All-Ireland decider at Croke Park in September.

Two other teenagers were injured in the crash on the Newtownhamilton Road but their injuries are not serious.

Armagh minor manager Paul McShane has visited Padraig in hospital.

"He is still in intensive care and critically ill. However, the doctors seem content with his progress," he told the Belfast Telegraph.

"The next 24 to 48 hours will be critical.

"All his friends and colleagues in the minor panel are hoping for good news.

"Padraig is a popular and talented member of the squad. He is always in the panel and is a serious contender for a starting place next season."