From Lettermacaward to Brisbane (with a few stops in between!) for Mick Breslin, home is where the heart is – and his heart is in football.
Mick, a former player for Na Rossa and The Shamrocks is the current manager of the West Brisbane club.
Like so many other Irish Citizens, Mick and his partner Sile arrived in Australia in 2011, and like many Irish folk do when abroad, he got involved with the local GAA club.
Mick’s appointment as manager has come at a challenging time for the club as many team members have moved outside of Brisbane seeking work in the mines.
Although this leaves a gap, there is a continued influx of emigrants eager to play football and he is confident the team can regroup and have a successful season.
“We have a lot of new faces and some work to do, but I am confident these lads can gel and be successful. It is still early days”
The Shamrocks played their first game of the season last Sunday and although they suffered defeat to the”Souths GFC” they are certainly a team to watch out for this season.
Next week end marks a special occasion for the club as they celebrate their 30th Anniversary.
Sally Carpenter (wife of the late Nicholas Carpenter, founding member) is originally from Downings and had these words to say:
“As a proud Donegal woman (married to a special Meath man until he was taken from this world three years ago this month) – I love Gaelic football and will continue to support the club for the remainder of my days.”
“The lads have worked hard to organise this event so please support your clubs history and celebrate the achievements of the last thirty years on the 13th at Gaelic Park. Make it a night to remember!!”
The Shamrocks currently train two nights a week in Carina.
For further information on the club or if you would like to join us you can find us on Facebook @shamrocks Gfc.
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