Convoy angler Fintan Kilpatrick enjoyed some proud moments at a reception in Lifford Council Chamber this week.
A presentation was made to Fintan Kilpatrick on Monday evening 28th November by the Elected Members of the Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District.
Fintan Kilpatrick, struck Gold with the Irish Youth International Fly Fishing team on Lough Lene, Westmeath in late summer. This was a season of great satisfaction within the ranks of the Deele Community Anglers in East Donegal.
Attendees at presentation to celebrate the success of Fintan Kilpatrick, Member of the Irish Youth International Fly Fishing team in County House Lifford on Monday 28th November, 2022. Pictured Back Row L-R; Eunan Mc Bride, Cathal Mc Bride, Vice Chairperson DCA, Joseph Owens, ITFFA Ulster Youth Officer, Damien Devine, Secretary Deele Community Anglers, Courtney Kilpatrick, Jacinta Mc Bride, Cllr Gerry Crawford. Front Row: Cllr Martin Harley, Cllr Liam Doherty, Leas Cathaoirleach, Fintan Kilpatrick, Kerry Scott and Courtney Spence.
Cllr. Patrick McGowan, Cathaoirleach of the Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District, conveyed his apologies that he was not able to be present to congratulate Fintan on his well deserved success but wished him well in his future sport.
Cllr. Liam Doherty speaking at the event, said ‘it is with great pleasure to be here to celebrate Fintan’s success and the sport of angling should be highlighted and recognised equal to other sports”.
Cllr. Gerry Crawford congratulated Fintan and wished him all the best in his now senior competition angling adventures.
Pictured L-R; Cllr. Martin Harley, Cllr Liam Doherty, Leas Cathaoirleach Lifford-Stranorlar MD, Fintan Kilpatrick and Cllr Gerry Crawford
In addition, Cllr. Martin Harley said ‘it was great to see youth involved in the sport of angling and paid tribute to the Angling Coaches and Members.’
Damien Devine, Secretary Deele Community Anglers thanked Donegal County Council for their support and thanked the entire community along the Border region for their help in the development of angling. He added that any youth or adults interested in membership for the Deele Community Anglers, or becoming a volunteer can contact the Deele Community Anglers via Email at: deelecommunityanglers@gmail.com or by calling the Club Secretary on 0872381386.
