The Brunswick Room at the Arena 7 was packed to capacity on Thursday evening to celebrate the achievements of the various girls football teams across the Letterkenny Gaels club.
James Frain, Chairman of the Ladies Board, opened proceedings with a few encouraging words. He congratulated all the girls and their parents and guardians for their continued participation and support of girls football in the club.
“The number of girls participating with Letterkenny Gaels is growing year on year and this is down to the professional coaching structures, coaches, players and parents alike,” Mr Frain said.
James Frain addressing the large attendance.
Girls from U-8’s up to minor were recognised on the night. In addition to the team and individual awards, four girls were acknowledged for their participation with various Donegal LGFA teams.
There was a special volunteer appreciation award which was awarded to Laura Walker, Ladies Secretary, for her hard work and endeavours with the Ladies board and indeed across the club. Rhianna Stockdale made this presentation via video link to Laura who was unable to attend on the night.
The evening concluded with some inspirational words from the Senior Ladies captain, Chantelle Grant, who encouraged the girls to continue with team sports and enjoy representing the club with pride.
Thanks to the staff at Arena 7 for hosting this event and for their continued support of the club.
Award winners on the night were:
U12
Most Fun – Finlay Doherty & Ciara Patton
Most Committed Player – Eimear Sweeney
Player of the Year (Coaches Choice) – Grace Sweeney
Players Player of the Year – Etain Sheridan
Acknowledgement: Aoife Kenna
U14
Most Fun – Sarah Breslin
Most Committed – Anna Sweeney
Players Choice – Kayla Singaroyan
Player of the Year (Coaches Choice) – Grainne Friel
U16
Most Fun – Aileen Sweeney
Most Committed Player – Caoimhe Patton
Players Player – Jessica Patton
Player of the Year – Alisha Gallagher
Minors
Most Fun – Ellie Mae Canning
Most Committed – Gillian Reynolds
Players Player – Sorcha Friel
Player of the Year (Coaches Choice) – Louise Doherty
AWARDS TO County Players: Louise Doherty, Alisha Gallagher, Clodagh O Connor, Emily Crossan
Volunteer of the Year: Laura Walker
