Just as there had been a couple of hours earlier in Páirc Uí Chaoimh when Tipperary defeated Cork to win the Munster title, there were euphoric celebations at the Athletic Grounds on Sunday evening.
Cavan ended a 23-year wait for an Ulster title with an upset victory over reigning champions Donegal.
Sportsfile were there to capture some magic moments for the Cavan players and backroom team.
The celebrations
Cavan manager Mickey Graham after winning the final whistle. Photo by Philip Fitzpatrick/Sportsfile
Raymond Galligan of Cavan, centre, and team-mates celebrate. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
Ciaran Brady of Cavan celebrates with manager Mickey Graham. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
Oisin Kiernan, left, and Conor Smith of Cavan celebrate. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
Cavan players celebrate. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
Conor Smith of Cavan celebrates. Photo by Philip Fitzpatrick/Sportsfile
Cavan goalkeeper and captain Raymond Galligan celebrates. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
The game
Raymond Galligan of Cavan saves the shot from Jamie Brennan of Donegal. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
Michael Murphy of Donegal in action against James Smith of Cavan and Killian Brady of Cavan. Photo by Philip Fitzpatrick/Sportsfile