While Mayo captain Diane O'Hora was knocking up the record for the most "thank yous" in a victory speech ever, souvenir hunters were quick off the mark to take a piece of the Hogan with them now that the stand is in line for demolition as Croke Park's redevelopment continues apace. September Road, quickly getting over the feeling that it was like thieving the shoes of a condemned man, joined in - dismissing a wagging finger from the forces of law and order with the plea "Ah sure guard . . . it's only for old times' sake" - and we have a seat number to show for our scavenging efforts. Pictured right is the number plate of seat 500, Section S. Bids for same will not be accepted (unless they are over a fiver), instead it will be sewn on to a chair in The Irish Times' sports department. Always good to bring a little more GAA culture to D'Olier St.