Croke Park date for local girls
Two young Castledawson girls have been selected to play gaelic football at Croke Park in front of thousands of people.
By Orla McNicholl
Meghan Thompson and Brigid McMullan, both pupils of New Row Primary School and club members of St. Malachy’s, Castledawson were chosen to play at Croke Park on the All Ireland semi final and final days.
The 11 year olds will represent County Derry when they step out onto the pitch at half time along with other primary school children from throughout Ireland.
Meghan has been chosen to play at the semi final on August 31.
Her proud mum Sonya said she was delighted for the sports mad girls. “I am absolutely delighted for the girls and their primary school is very proud of them, as is their club.
“Meghan has had a football in her hands since she was a toddler, so this is just a fantastic achievement for her.”
Brigid will play at the final on September 21.
Her mum Brenda is looking forward to see the girls walk out onto the pitch at half time.
She said: “It will be a great day to see the girls play at Croke Park. They have done really well. Brigid is into her sport big time, she is just over the moon about being chosen to play at the final.”
