What makes us think that young seeds can grow to mighty oak?
Connacht Rugby is on the verge of greatness.
From nowhere, Pat Lam has assembled a team that has defied the odds, shook the continent and now stands on the brink of immortality.
Only island rivals Leinster remain in their way but when the men from the west take for Edinburgh on Saturday evening, they'll be all the better for the journey they've been on.
Now, a province is united. Five counties are caught up in a fairytale that you once couldn't even have dreamed of and, you better believe it, the dream is real in Connacht.
"Why? Because we believe."
This inspiring promo before the weekend's Pro 12 final will have every neutral in the world rooting for Connacht.
"Our whispers will become a shout and, eventually, a battle roar that the world will hear."
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