Sports Minister Gordon Lyons attends first GAA event

Sports Minister Gordon Lyons attended his first GAA event on Saturday.

The DUP MLA visited Kickhams GAC in Creggan, Co Antrim, the home club of former police officer Peadar Heffron.

While there, the Minister was pictured with the Sam Maguire alongside Armagh captain Aidan Forker.

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The Ulster GAA Games For All Festival saw the Minister meet young people from clubs across the province as well as meeting GAA officials. The Minister watched a number of games during the Festival which featured more than 300 participants alongside 160 coaches from representing clubs.

Speaking after the event, the Minister said: “I always welcome the opportunity to see people of all ages and abilities coming together in sport – and doing so in a way which is inclusive and accessible. Being active contributes significantly to better physical and mental health. I commend the many organisations who work to encourage and support participation, and applaud all those involved in today’s event.”

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