26 February 2026
Student Gaelic Games Bursaries
St Mary’s University College, was delighted to host the 2026 Ulster GAA Student Bursary awards yesterday in Belfast.
On hand to present the awards to over 60 Third Level students were An Runai Comhairle Uladh, Brian McAvoy and An Uachtarain Comhairle Uladh, Michael Geogeoghan.
These bursaries recognise the Ulster GAA’s continued commitment to support students who promote the values and ethos of Gaelic Games throughout the duration of their University experience.
Pictured below are successful St Mary’s University Students:
- Eva CulleN, Edendork, Tyrone
- Dara McGahan, Tullysaran GAC, Armagh
- Eoghan Mullin, Eoghan Ruadh Dungannon, Tyrone
- James Duggan, Newry Shamrocks, Down
- Caitlin Lenaghan, Crossmaglen Rangers, Armagh
- Senan Rooney, Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon, Donegal
- Aine Conroy, Naomh Mhuire An Port Mór , Armagh
- Cairenn O’Neill, Coalisland Fianna, Tyrone
- Aoife Byrne, Mullaghbawn, Armagh
- Eoghan McConnell, Glenelly, Tyrone
with Games & Education Manager, Gavin McGilly at the awards ceremony.
26 February 2026
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