Longford County Council Sports Bursary 2026 recipients were announced at a special celebratory event in Áras an Chontae buildings which took place on Wednesday, June 24.
This bursary recognises the achievements of sportspeople who have the ability and potential to achieve success at a national and an international level.
Recipients share in a bursary of €10,000, which will be used to help them in their sporting career.

5. One of the Longford County Council Sports Bursary 2026 recipients Joe Shannon (Snooker) pictured with Cathaoirleach Cllr Gerry Hagan, Director of Services Samantha Healy and Tony Headon, Chairperson of the Longford Sports Partnership
Picture: Shelley Corcoran

6. One of the Longford County Council Sports Bursary 2026 recipients Emma Brennan (Athletics)
Picture: Shelley Corcoran

7. One of the Longford County Council Sports Bursary 2026 recipients Robin Óg Murphy (Athletics Walk) pictured with her family
Picture: Shelley Corcoran

8. One of the Longford County Council Sports Bursary 2026 recipients Shane Smith (Pool) pictured with Cathaoirleach Cllr Gerry Hagan, Director of Services Samantha Healy and Tony Headon, Chairperson of the Longford Sports Partnership
Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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