Fermanagh pop up hurling camps spark fresh enthusiasm
Fermanagh’s recent Pop Up Hurling Camps delighted young players with skill-building and fun matches. Held in Enniskillen over summer months, these camps aimed to widen hurling’s reach and foster community connections among clubs and newcomers alike.
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The innovative Pop Up Hurling Camps in Fermanagh successfully engaged boys and girls aged six to 13, drawing strong participation and enthusiasm throughout the summer. Organised by Fermanagh GAA and held at St Michael’s College in Enniskillen, the camps offered a welcoming and affordable opportunity for children both new to hurling and those already affiliated with clubs.
Teresa McNabb, Head of Games for Fermanagh GAA, expressed satisfaction with the turnout and impact. The initial camp, held in July, attracted 42 participants, including several who were not club members, providing them a valuable chance to try the sport in a relaxed environment. A follow-up camp in August welcomed 34 children, who benefited from skill development sessions and enjoyable games, reinforcing the inclusive and supportive nature of the initiative.
These Pop Up Camps, supported by national equipment provisions from Croke Park and led by dedicated coaching staff, represent part of Fermanagh GAA’s broader strategy to expand hurling opportunities. Plans are underway to introduce further sessions during school breaks such as Halloween and Easter, aiming to build regular contact hours and cultivate a lasting interest in the sport among young players across the county’s clubs. McNabb emphasised the importance of creating numerous small-scale chances to play and connect, helping to strengthen the local hurling community despite current participation challenges.
Teresa McNabb, Head of Games for Fermanagh GAA, expressed satisfaction with the turnout and impact. The initial camp, held in July, attracted 42 participants, including several who were not club members, providing them a valuable chance to try the sport in a relaxed environment. A follow-up camp in August welcomed 34 children, who benefited from skill development sessions and enjoyable games, reinforcing the inclusive and supportive nature of the initiative.
These Pop Up Camps, supported by national equipment provisions from Croke Park and led by dedicated coaching staff, represent part of Fermanagh GAA’s broader strategy to expand hurling opportunities. Plans are underway to introduce further sessions during school breaks such as Halloween and Easter, aiming to build regular contact hours and cultivate a lasting interest in the sport among young players across the county’s clubs. McNabb emphasised the importance of creating numerous small-scale chances to play and connect, helping to strengthen the local hurling community despite current participation challenges.
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