Derek McGrath and his players may not have succeeded in winning a first senior hurling All-Ireland since 1959, but it's fair to say the main feeling at the end of a tough day has been pride.
Gutted for Waterford, but can't feel too hard done by when you lose to a team like Galway. Next year 🙏
— ⭐ amy o'connor ⭐ (@amyohconnor) September 3, 2017
It was an absolute pleasure to support the Waterford lads again this year. Devastated for them today but so so proud of our team! #DéiseAbú
— Teresanne (@TforTeresanne) September 3, 2017
Devastated for the @WaterfordGAA team and management but thanks for a great year. #onwardsandupwards Congratulations @Galway_GAA
— Liz Reddy (@LilyReddy) September 3, 2017
People are already looking forward to next year.
There was a lot of admiration for the man who made so much of this year happen, manager Derek McGrath.
The Best Hurling Manager Waterford ever Had (Has), stay with it #DerekMcGrath Déise Abu Well done Waterford Team .
— Dennison's Waterford (@Dennisons_Farm) September 3, 2017
Finally, there just might be the makings of a bittersweet playlist here.
Charging my phone in Starbucks. First two songs I hear: Daniel Powter's Bad Day and Don't Look Back In Anger. Appropriate, I guess. 🔵⚪️
— ⭐ amy o'connor ⭐ (@amyohconnor) September 3, 2017
