Camogie book launched
December 16, 2011Written by Limerick native Mary Moran, A Game of Our Own: Camogie's Story charts the development of the Association from its foundation in 1904 through to the present day. It contains a rich array of photographs and fantastic archival material, stretching back over many decades.
RTÉ broadcaster Marty Morrissey acted as the official master of ceremonies. Speakers on the night included author Mary Moran; Cork Camogie star and Team of the Century recipient Pat Moloney Lenihan as well as Kate Kelly, a member of current All Ireland champions Wexford and the holder of five All Star Awards.
Speaking at the launch President of the Camogie Association Joan O'Flynn: "When the Camogie Association was founded there were many challenges facing women, let alone women in sport. Our pioneering founders turned challenges into opportunities and were the first to establish a women's Gaelic game.
"The publication of A Game of Our Own: Camogie's Story documents, for the first time, a distinctive and national narrative of the players, teams and games that have absorbed generations.
"The production of a book like 'A Game of Our Own: Camogie's Story' shows how much was achieved through the amazing and unstinting work of volunteers. Our more recent history shows how much more that voluntary effort can achieve when it is supported by public policy including direct funding from the statutory authorities.
"In the last decade, we have gone from strength to strength and government funding from the Irish Sports Council and Sport NI as well as commercial funding has been vital. It is crucial that such investment continues in order to allow more women to participate, and to reach the highest possible standards in camogie."
'A Game of Our Own: Camogie's Story' can be purchased by contacting the Camogie Association on 01 865 8651. Tweet
