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St. Canice’s PS (Feeny) were worthy winners of the 2025 Fr. Jack Gallagher Memorial Cup at a sun-kissed Faughanvale GAC grounds on Friday last beating neighbours Claudy in a close final in a tournament that saw over 300 primary school pupils from the city and county take part in an excellent day’s football.
The annual tournament, sponsored by Braidwater Homes, saw 24 teams taking part in Friday’s event, producing some fine football, with fantastic goals and points scored.
IN PICTURES: St. Canice’s PS (Feeny) claim 2025 Fr. Jack Gallagher Memorial Cup
Organised by Faughanvale Primary School in conjunction with Faughanvale GAC, the event continues to grow year-on-year and school principal Joanne O’Donnell paid tribute to the city and county schools for continuing to show up annually at the tournament.
"It was great to see so many schools represented at Faughanvale today. Schools from right across the county. We had some great games in both the cup and the shield, and the standard of play was great for all to see.
“I’d like to pay a massive thanks to everyone who supported the Fr. Gallagher Cup.
“We had so much help today –our tournament coordinator John McCloskey, our referees – all students from St. Columb’s College and St. Mary’s, Limavady; the first aiders from JACE Medical who gave of their time; and the many Faughanvale PS and Faughanvale GAC volunteers who were magnificent. Oh, and not forgetting Lynch’s Eurospar who donated treats for all the children and our ice cream van, who kept everyone cool throughout the tournament.
“This is our community at its best - A massive thank you to you all.”
St. Canice’s (Feeny) were worthy winners beating St. Colmcille (Claudy) in a closely-contested final. Joint captains Max Forrester and Ella Robinson collected the Fr. Jack trophy from Faughanvale GAC stars, Jude Bryson, Derry U20 player, and Shannon Moore, Derry Minor Captain.
Shield winners Bunscoil Colmcille managed to hold off St. Mary’s PS (Altinure) in another close final.
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