A very enjoyable night was had by all at the St Mary’s GAA club dinner dance on Saturday night last in the Villa Rose. Sean Mailey the club chairman welcomed the large turnout and observed a minute silence for the late Honorary president Johnny Patton and previous club members that had sadly passed during the year. Sean spoke of the great strides taken by the club at underage and senior level this year and congratulated the ladies on their promotion to intermediate football. He also stated that the club are honoured to have so many of our underage players, both boys and girls, representing the club on county teams and development squads. He thanked our sponsors and everyone who helped with club activities in any way during the year for their contribution and was looking forward to their continued support and dedication. Special mention was made of the club referees. Sean also appealed to anyone interested in volunteering to help the club in any capacity to come forward. Cora Staunton a winner of no less that seven all star awards and seven all
The following presentations were made:
Senior ladies (presented by Cora Staunton)
Most improved player of the year: Sabrina Barnett
Young player of the year: Lydia Fowley
Senior player of the year: Catherine Mailey
Reserves (presented by Martin Mc Hugh)
Most improved player of the year: Billy Sweeney
Reserve player of the year: Emmet Kelly
Most dedicated player of the year: Andy McNamee
Senior men (presented by Martin Mc Hugh)
Most improved player of the year: Mark Sweeney
Young player of the year: Emmet McNulty
Senior player of year: Marty McNamee
Most dedicated player of the year: John Anthony McMullan Thomas Mc Hugh
Brother and sister duo of Niamh and Packie Mailey were both presented with awards in recognition of their achievements with the county teams. Niamh won an all
Club person of the year
Club person of the year award presented by Martin Mc Hugh went to Liam O’Keefe. Liam is a key stalwart within the club and the award is deserving for this unstinting contributor.
Hall of fame award (presented by Danny Harkin)
Aodh Gallagher was entered into the hall of fame for his long time commitment and dedication to the club.