THE REYNOLDS FAMILY is Meath GAA royalty. Pat Reynolds was the first Meathman to win an Allstar award, when he was included in the half-back line in the inaugural football team in 1971. A fierce tackling defender he was heralded for his bravery, and it seemed his kind might never be seen again in the green and gold. 
Pat had also claimed four Leinster titles, and an All-Ireland title with Meath in 1967.

Thirty years later, in the 90s, his son Paddy made his appearance in the county jersey – and in the same jersey as his father! And Paddy went one better than Pat when he stood strong in Sean Boylan’s teams in 1996 and ’99 which claimed two magnificent All-Ireland titles. 
Paddy Reynolds was also voted one of the best defenders in the land, and in 1996 joined his father as an All Star winner.