Youghal Town Council accorded a civic reception to Youghal man Christy Cooney, President of the GAA at the council  chambers on Monday night (19th Oct. 2009). A large audience representing members of Youghal GAA club and Christy’s family and friends were present to honour the Youghal native who heads the largest sporting organisation in the country.
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Speech by Mayor of Youghal Sandra McLellan at the civic reception held in The Mall House to honour Youghal native Christy Cooney, President of the GAA.

“Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen,

I would like to welcome you all here this evening.

On behalf of Youghal Town Council it gives me great pleasure to honour Christy Cooney, a native of Youghal with this Civic Reception in recognition of his achievement in becoming president of the Gaelic Athletic Association.

Christy has given a lifetime service to the G.A.A. both as a player and administrator at all levels.

He was secretary of the Youghal Juvenile Club at just 16 years of age. He represented Youghal at both East Cork and County Level and held every position within the Youghal Club down through the years. He was also Chairman of the Youghal Club for 2 terms, Chairman of the Cork County Board, Chairman of the Munster Council and now currently President of the GAA.

Id like to pay tribute to all of Christys family especially his wife Ann, his daughter Edel, and his son Patrick who lives in Australia because I know it was a team effort.

Id also like to mention Christys parents Paddy and Agnes who would have been very proud of him.

Christy, The people of Youghal are very proud of you on your fantastic achievement and I am delighted all your hard work and dedication has paid off.”

Click on image to see the civic reception accorded to Christy Cooney, President of the GAA at the Mall Arts Centre, Town Hall, Youghal