February saw Silverbridge’s Jarlath Burns inaugurated as the 41st Uachtarán (President) of the GAA, whilst the first sod is turned for Armagh GAA’s new training facility in Portadown and Whitecross man James Doyle retains his Masters title on the European Tour.
1. Newry Reporter Sports Year in Review 2024: February
Armagh and Silverbridge Gaelic football legend Jarlath Burns was inaugurated as the 41st Uachtarán (President) of the GAA, succeeding outgoing President Larry McCarthy at the conclusion of the GAA’s annual congress, which took place at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry. Photo: GAA
2. Newry Reporter Sports Year in Review 2024: February
Burns was then given a hero's welcome upon his return to his home club, Silverbridge. Photo: Liz Boyle
3. Newry Reporter Sports Year in Review 2024: February
President of Armagh GAA, Jimmy Smyth proudly marks a significant milestone as the first sod is turned for the ground-breaking £10m county training facility at St Malachy's Portadown. Photo: Armagh GAA
4. Newry Reporter Sports Year in Review 2024: February
Armagh Ladies are in inspired form, with wins over Galway and Meath completing four wins from four games to start their league campaign. Photo: Seb Daly / Sportsfile