The Ladies Gaelic Football Association has announced the launch of its new Spreag Í Programme.
The new initiative aims to enhance enjoyment of Ladies Gaelic Football, as well as increasing self-efficacy, teamwork, understanding of the role of sport in a healthy lifestyle and foster continued participation.
The programme will specifically target club players in the Under 14 and Under 16 age groups, and will be delivered in clubs across Ireland from February 2026 to June 2026.
Each selected club will receive two visits from a Spreag Í Facilitator (a current or former LGFA Intercounty player), with the programme focusing on four main themes:
- Being my Best Self (Goal setting & Self Confidence)
- Being a Good Teammate (Teamwork & Leadership Skills)
- Developing a Healthy Lifestyle (Building Positive Habits)
- Grá for the Game (Developing a Lifelong Love of Sport and Continued Participation)
Facilitators for the Spreag í programma include:
- Angela Walsh (Cork)
- Anna Moore (Laois)
- Charlene Tyrell (Leitrim)
- Dearbhla Gower (Galway)
- Eva Hicks (Down/Tyrone)
- Fiona Claffey (Westmeath)
- Hannah Reape (Mayo)
- Jacqui Mulligan (Sligo)
- Jenny Higgins (Roscommon)
- Joanne Barrett (Tyrone)
- Niamh McElduff (Tyrone)
- Una Pearson (Louth)
- Closing Date for Club Applications: 5 pm Sunday 25th January 2026
- Short Online Club Information Session: 8 pm-9 pm Monday, 9th February 2026
- Club Visit 1: Must take place before April 30th 2026 (Date TBC between club & facilitator)
- Minimum of 4 weeks between Visit 1 & 2 to enable Teenage Kicks Project
- Club Visit 2: Must take place before June 30th 2026 (Date TBC between club & facilitator)
Clubs across the country are encouraged to apply to be a part of this new programme. Please note that club spaces on the programme are limited, and we expect that not all clubs will be successful in their application.
Additionally, participant spaces per club are limited to ensure a quality experience.
Please note that all applications must be completed by your club secretary through the official club email to ensure club buy-in. To complete an application, visit Spreag Í: Inspire Today, Lead Tomorrow - Club Application Form – Fill out form.
If you require further information or have any questions, contact Eilish Ward, Head of Player Development, on [email protected] or 087 4762049.
