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Siobhan Killeen interview
June 10, 2020
Covid-19 recovery brings its own challenges ... Around the world there are reports of people still suffering from Covid-19 symptoms, several weeks after they contracted the virus.Fatigue, difficulty breathing and reduced cognitive ability are among the symptoms some are experiencing and doctors are struggling to explain why.Dublin Ladies footballer Siobhán Killeen, 27, contracted Covid-19 in March. Between training sessions and her job as a radiographer at the Mater Hospital, she had very..
Covid-19 Update – Safe Return to Gaelic Games
June 05, 2020
Joint Media Release from the GAA, An Cumann Camógaíochta and the LGFACovid-19 Update – Safe Return to Gaelic GamesThe GAA, An Cumann Camogaíochta and the LGFA have today published a plan for a safe return to Gaelic games for the three organisations.The plan (CLICK HERE) is the work of a specially appointed Advisory Committee, which included representatives of all three bodies, the GPA and a number of medical experts (see below for committee members).It offers a route back to activity, subje..
Lyndsey Davey interview
June 03, 2020
Lyndsey Davey was planning to retire from inter-county duty after this season, her 17th campaign in the Sky Blue jersey.2020, OR CAMPAIGN number 17, was meant to be her last.Dublin star Lyndsey Davey had planned to retire from inter-county football after this season, but uncertainty now reigns due to the Covid-19-enforced shutdown.Davey, a firefighter with Dublin Airport Fire Service, may well see her chance to say her farewells on the field of play robbed but that’s to the back of her mind ri..
Leinster News update
May 28, 2020
Leinster News update .... Leinster LGFA, following a provincial meeting held online last night, have unanimously agreed that in light of the current government advice and in order to ensure clarity for adult players going forward the 2020 Leinster Junior and Intermediate Championships are cancelled.As Dublin are the only County in the province graded senior no Leinster championship would have been organised for the reigning Champions in 2020. In further clarification, Leinster LGFA have made ..
Ciara McGuigan Interview
May 26, 2020
Dublin & Thomas Davis footballer, Ciara McGuigan speaks to Daire Walsh of The Echo. Despite a return to inter-county action being ruled out until October at the earliest, Dublin ladies footballer Ciara McGuigan remains hopeful that a championship can be played in 2020.Before the coronavirus outbreak brought a halt to sport across the globe, Mick Bohan’s Sky Blues were set to mount the latest defence of their All-Ireland title under a revamped format.This year’s senior series was to consist ..
Sinéad Goldrick interview
May 21, 2020
Sinead Goldrick: “The part that I’m missing the most is the social interaction with my teammates”Article by Jackie Cahill for www.42.ieDUBLIN star Sinead Goldrick is longing for the day when she and her club and county team-mates can get back out on the pitch again.But for now, the triple TG4 All-Ireland Senior champion and seven-time All Star is taking some time out to reflect on how privileged she has been to be part of such huge successes.Goldrick (30) netted a crucial goal as Mick Boha..
LGFA Statement COVID-19
May 08, 2020
Covid19: Ladies Gaelic Football Association StatementFriday, May 8, 2020 THE Ladies Gaelic Football Association has noted and studied the publication of the Road Map for reopening the country, issued by the Government last Friday (May 1). The LGFA will continue to engage and work closely with the relevant authorities and the GAA in relation to all matters. The LGFA has at all times adhered to the safety guidelines issued by the Government and health authorities, and will continue to do so...
Carla Rowe - encourages people to stay active
May 08, 2020
Carla Rowe’s life of structure and routine has been hugely affected because of the coronavirus outbreak – and with her Dad playing a key role as a front-line healthcare professional, she is well versed on the realities several people face.A childcare worker by profession, Rowe has been cut off from that regular stream of personal contact and care-giving, while her time with the Dublin Senior football panel is now a virtual experience, spent checking in remotely as they try to entertain each ..
Killeen tests positive for Covid-19
March 26, 2020
'We will get through it, once we all play our part' - Dublin's Siobhán Killeen reveals positive Covid-19 testDUBLIN Ladies footballer Siobhán Killeen has revealed that she’s tested positive for Covid-19 – and has urged people to abide by expert advice in the fight against the virus.Killeen, 27, first experienced symptoms last Sunday evening, was tested on Monday, and received her result on Tuesday.She is now self-isolating at home but reports that she’s doing well and is anxious to retur..
PLEASE READ
March 13, 2020
Dublin LGFA are passing on this sound advice from Dr Dylan Murray to all our members it is especially aimed at those in the teenage bracket. Dylan is a doctor working in Temple Street & Mater hospitals and is a LGFA football coach with Clontarf GAA club.“You all know something of what is going on but there is much more that you need to be aware of. The Corona bug is spreading fast but you guys (teenagers) are safe. Some of you may get the infection - but you won’t even realise you have it..