Westmeath were beaten by Dublin at the weekend.
Westmeath Hurling Manager Kevin O'Brien is praising his panel for their efforts so far this season.
The Lake County were beaten by Dublin in their Walsh Cup semi-final on Sunday by 3-24 to 2-14.
The team is building towards the opening round of the league in three weeks time, as they begin life in Division 2 away to Kerry.
O'Brien says he's enjoying the experience of managing the county:
Kevin O'Brien spoke after the match:
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The action continues this evening.
Offaly SHC: Kilcormac Killoughey Face Kinnitty In Must Win Game
The reigning champions were beaten in their first game.
Westmeath SFC: Opening Round Begins With Bang
The first round of games get underway tomorrow evening.
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Both games this evening throw in at 7:30pm.
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Lily and Conor Walsh shined brightest in Budapest.
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The game will take place next month.
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Town were comfortable 3-0 winners over Bohemians.
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Peter Cunningham finished with 1-7 for the winners.
Laois SHC: Drama Unfolds In Round Two
There was plenty of talking points from the latest round of games.
Athlone Town Book Place In FAI Cup Third Round
Town had too much for Midleton.
Westmeath SHC: Castletown Geoghegan Maintain Perfect Record
There were also wins for Raharney and Lough Lene Gaels.
Offaly Athletics Club Launches €150k Fundraising Drive
They've raised €66,000 so far.
Laois Book Place In All-Ireland Intermediate Camogie Final
They'll face Antrim at Croke Park next month.
Alex Dunne Finishes Fourth At Spa-Francorchamps
The Offaly man sits fourth in the championship standings.
Offaly SFC: Shamrocks Seal Huge Win Over Edenderry
Shamrocks scored five first half goals.
Ryan Fox Crowned 2026 Open Champion
Shane Lowry finished on two-under-par.
World Cup: Spain Are World Champions
Ferran Torres scored the winning goal.
Offaly SFC: Second Round Poses Interesting Ties
The first game of the weekend gets underway this evening.
