Celebrating the Heart of Our Clubs: 'Pride of the Parish' announced
Clubs in Tipperary invited to nominate their unsung hero
Every weekend across County Tipperary, pitches are freshly lined, jerseys are washed, tea urns are boiled, and lotto tickets are sold. Behind every thrilling matchday performance and every thriving GAA club is a dedicated army of unsung heroes working tirelessly behind the scenes. They are the people who keep our local communities running smoothly, and it is finally time they received the recognition they truly deserve. The Tipperary Star and Clonmel Nationalist, in association with John Kennedy Motors, is delighted to announce the launch of a major new initiative: Pride of the Parish.
Whether it is the legend who marks the pitch before dawn, the loyal volunteer selling tickets in the rain, or the friendly face always on hand to keep players and supporters fed and watered, these individuals are the true heartbeat of Tipperary GAA. Now, we are turning the spotlight on them.
How to Nominate Your Local Hero:
We are inviting every GAA club, LGFA club and Camogie club across the county to nominate one unsung hero who goes above and beyond for their club week in, week out. To enter, simply send an email to sport@nationalist.ie by Friday, September 4th with the following details:
Email Subject Line: Must include your Club Name and the Name of the Individual.
Their Story: A 150-word explanation detailing why this person is your club’s Pride of the Parish.
A Photo: Attach a high-quality photograph of your nominee.
What Happens Next? Starting the week commencing September 7th, all nominated volunteers will be featured in the pages of the Tipperary Star and Clonmel Nationalist and on our website Tipperarylive.ie
Following the submission period, we will open a county-wide public poll to let the readers decide the overall winner.
Fantastic prizes are up for grabs.
The overall winner will receive a special prize package, including multi-use vouchers and a relaxing getaway for two in a beautiful hotel in Ireland.
To ensure their legacy is permanently honored, we will also present a bespoke commemorative plaque for the winner to display proudly on their clubhouse wall.
Don’t let your club’s unsung hero go unnoticed. Send in your nomination today and help us celebrate the ultimate Pride of the Parish!