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The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) and the Irish American Partnership have announced the awarding of 32 Education Champion Scholarships, reinforcing their commitment to supporting inter-county players pursuing careers in education.
Over the next four years, a total of €128,000 in scholarships will be distributed, highlighting the importance of education within the Gaelic games community.
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Each of the 32 counties is represented by one recipient, with Tipperary’s Barry Heffernan among those honored this year. The Nenagh Éire Óg hurler is currently studying at Hibernia College as he furthers his career in education.
The scholarships were presented at a ceremony at the Alex Hotel in Dublin, attended by Irish American Partnership President & CEO Mary Sugrue, GPA CEO Tom Parsons, and the scholarship recipients.
As part of the scholarship process, each recipient has committed to leading a session with their students on the theme of leadership before the end of the current term.
Speaking at the event, GPA CEO Tom Parsons said, “Teaching is without doubt one of the most important and influential careers that anybody can undertake. Teachers shape and mould young people, not only as students but also as people. They play a vital role in their development.
“Teachers are role models for kids across Ireland, so it is essential to support the next generation. That is why I am so happy to make this announcement alongside the Irish American Partnership without whose support these scholarships would not have been possible.”
The scholarships have been awarded on a 50:50 female-to-male basis and across the four GAA codes. The full list of recipients includes Barry Heffernan for Tipperary hurling, a testament to the county’s proud tradition of excellence both on the field and in the classroom.
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