Islandeady GAA, Clubhouse, Football Field & Facilities

Location: Rinnaseer, Islandeady, Castlebar, Co. Mayo
 
Purpose of the Islandeady GAA Facility: Sports Facility for the playing and promoting of GAA games for the people in the Parish of Islandeady & the half parish of Glenisland

Brief History:
The national GAA was formed in 1884. Its influence in Islandeady became prominent between 1890 and 1900 when men from Islandeady, Aughagower and Killawalla parishes joined together for recreational sport and activities.  Islandeady GAA did not become official until 1904. Since its increase in popularity in the early 20th century, the GAA has been an important asset to the parish and can boast the participation of hundreds of community members. Currently the GAA club is organized by age group with classifications of under the ages of 8, 10, 12, 16 and 18. In addition to this, there are also adult and senior clubs to cater for many community members who have participated in the GAA for much of their lifetime. Presently, the Islandeady GAA has approximately 175 members.
 
Current Goals and Achievements:
Local Women Played on the Winning All-Ireland Camogie County Team in 1957 and 1959
Won the West Mayo Junior & County Title in 1974 – 1985
Won the County Intermediate in 1975
Won the West Mayo Junior Title in 1959, 1974, 1988 & 1990
Construction of the Islandeady GAA Pitch Facilities from 1984 to 1997
Fundraising:
                    Weekly Lotto
                    Weekly Take Your Pick
                    County Board Development Draw
                    Club Membership
                    Annual Club Raffle – Club Sports
 
Contacts:
 
Chairperson: Gerry Feeney           (087) 6777671
Secretary:     Cathy Carney           (087) 9964554
Treasurer:     Tommie F. Gibbons (087) 7625572
PRO:             Cormac Moran         (087) 2453811

Websites:      www.mayogaa.com or www.islandeadygaa.ie