The stand out victory of the year saw the Lake County upset the odds in Wexford Park.
In a year that promised much, Westmeath found themselves taking consolation in a one-off victory and in remaining in Division One of the National Hurling League.
Joe Fortune's charges roared back from a 2-15 to 0-5 deficit to beat Wexford 4-18 to 2-22 in the Leinster Championship.
That momentus success was followed by a flat performance and loss to Antrim to drop in to the 2024 Joe McDonagh Cup.
Survival in Division One of the league was secured via victory over Laois in a relegation play-off.
The club championship went to Raharney, but not before Lough Lene Gaels gave them a phenomenal fright.
And Westmeath's under 20 hurlers shone bright.
Midlands 103 analyst Gerry Buckley reflects on a dramatic year in Westmeath: