Can you give us a bit of background on your GAA career?
I was one of the founding players of the club in the 80’s, and captained the team in 1985 to win three trophies, the League Championship and Neal Carlin cup. After being promoted to intermediate football, I captained the team again in 1989 when we won the league and championship before being promoted again to senior football. I retired at the young age of 28.
How do you see your coaching impacting your community?
It has impacted people across the Limavady area. The success of the club has a positive impact on local people, and by showing respect to our underage players, we attract other young people to the club, furthering the club’s success.
What do you hope to instil in the next generation through your work with the team?
I hope to pass on my experience and knowledge to the younger generation, particularly the discipline which is needed currently with so many distractions in their lives.
How has coaching influenced your own life, both personally and professionally?
Coaching has helped not only with my health, but has given me a stronger professional attitude. I have also implemented this in my coaching of younger players and older players. Some of my knowledge helps along the way.
What does being a role model mean to you?
A role model is someone that can achieve anything in life with a bit of effort and heart. I have tried to do this for a number of years through my playing career and coaching. GAA taught me to show respect to my elders through my younger years, and also taught me to be loyal to any team that I am involved in. I have taken these lessons into my working life, where I try to be a loyal team player everyday.
