Trail blazer Roisin Jordan said she was "humbled and honoured" following her election as chairperson of Tyrone GAA.

Having served five years in the vice-chair, Eglish clubwoman Jordan is the first female county board chairperson after she was elected unopposed at last night's Red Hand convention.

"This is one momentous night in the history of Tyrone and also in the history of our Gaelic Athletic Association," she said.

"Once again Tyrone has led the way in being the first county to elect a female to the position of county chairman.

"I'm humbled and honoured that the clubs of Tyrone have seen fit to elect me."

Eglish St Patrick's chairman Frank McKillion said: "It's a proud occasion for Eglish GAC, and an historic day for the GAA in Tyrone.

"Roisin is an esteemed member of our club, a former secretary, and a very diligent official. Her administration skills have been of immense value to our club, and she has brought those skills to county board level.

"We wish her well."

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