IN PICTURES: Laois County Council reception celebrates LGFA Hall of Fame honour for Sue Ramsbottom

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A Cathaoirleach’s Reception was held in the Council Chamber of Laois County Council in recognition of Sue Ramsbottom, Ladies Gaelic Football Association’s Hall of Fame recipient. The event celebrated her induction into the Ladies Gaelic Football Association’s Hall of Fame, recognising a lifetime of extraordinary sporting achievement, leadership, and contribution to women’s sport in Ireland and beyond. The event was hosted by Cathaoirleach of Laois County Council, Cllr Barry Walsh, and attended by Councillors Vivienne Phelan, John Joe Fennelly, Conor Bergin, John King, Paddy Buggy, Padraig Fleming and Tommy Mulligan.  Also present was Deputy Sean Fleming TD, Laois County Council’s Director of Services Donal Brennan, Senior Executive Officer Pamela Tynan and Connie Conway from the Ladies Gaelic Football Association. Photographer Michael Scully sent in some photos to the Leinster Express/ Laois Live. READ THE FULL STORY BELOW THE FIRST PICTURE.

Cllr Barry Walsh, Cathaoirleach at Laois County Council, said: "Sue’s remarkable achievements and her lifelong dedication to women’s sport stand as an inspiration to players across Laois and far beyond. Her talent, leadership, and determination have left a lasting mark on Gaelic games. Sue embodies the very best of our county, and her induction into the LGFA Hall of Fame is richly deserved."

Speaking at the Reception, Sue Ramsbottom said: "I want to sincerely thank Laois County Council for this reception. It is a deeply humbling experience to be recognised by my own county in this way. I also want to express my gratitude to Timahoe LGFA for their support. To be inducted into the LGFA Hall of Fame is an honour I never expected. While it is an individual award, anyone in the GAA knows that no one gets here alone. It is a reflection of every teammate, coach and volunteer I’ve worked with across the county.

"Representing Laois was the ultimate honour. My county teammates and I shared one dream: to win an All-Ireland, and in 2001, that dream came true. The bond we forged on that journey will stay with me forever. Gaelic Football has given me so much: resilience, lifelong friendships, joy and memories that will never fade. I’m proud to see how much the game has grown. It is vital that every young girl sees sport as a place where she belongs, where she can challenge herself, build confidence and have fun.

"I have always tried to carry the values of my home county with me. I am a Timahoe woman at heart. I am and always will be a Laois woman. After two years away, it feels wonderful to be at home. Thank you for this wonderful evening. Recognition like this reminds us how valued our games, our players and our communities truly are".