The Mayor of Derry Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr presenting a civic gift to Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, at in reception in the Guildhall following her recent success in winning two medals at the European Masters Indoor Championships in Poland. Gemma won the medals in the 200m and 60m, setting an Irish Record. Included are fellow members of City of Derry Spartans AC. Extending her congratulations to Gemma, the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Lilian Barr said, “It is incredible to see a Derry woman smashing records like this and bringing home bronze medals. Success like this does not come easy, and I know Gemma and her family will have sacrificed much over the years to allow her to train and compete at the highest level. Well done for everything you have achieved so far, and I look forward to watching where your career takes you next.” (Photos: Lorcan Doherty)placeholder image
The Mayor of Derry Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr presenting a civic gift to Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, at in reception in the Guildhall following her recent success in winning two medals at the European Masters Indoor Championships in Poland. Gemma won the medals in the 200m and 60m, setting an Irish Record. Included are fellow members of City of Derry Spartans AC. Extending her congratulations to Gemma, the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Lilian Barr said, “It is incredible to see a Derry woman smashing records like this and bringing home bronze medals. Success like this does not come easy, and I know Gemma and her family will have sacrificed much over the years to allow her to train and compete at the highest level. Well done for everything you have achieved so far, and I look forward to watching where your career takes you next.” (Photos: Lorcan Doherty)

IN PICTURES: City of Derry Spartan Gemma Thompson honoured with reception

By Staff reporter
Published 16th Jul 2024, 15:33 GMT

Gemma enjoyed success at the recent European Masters Indoor Championships in Torun, Poland

Mayor Lilian Seenoi Barr presents a civic gift to Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, at in reception in the Guildhall. Included are Gemma’s husband Eoghan Tucker and son Shane (7), and her parents Davy and Patricia Thompson.

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Mayor Lilian Seenoi Barr presents a civic gift to Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, at in reception in the Guildhall. Included are Gemma’s husband Eoghan Tucker and son Shane (7), and her parents Davy and Patricia Thompson.

Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, receives a civic gift from The Mayor of Derry Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr at a reception in the Guildhall following her recent success. Included are Gemma’s husband Eoghan Tucker & son Shane (7).

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Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, receives a civic gift from The Mayor of Derry Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr at a reception in the Guildhall following her recent success. Included are Gemma’s husband Eoghan Tucker & son Shane (7).

The Mayor of Derry Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr presenting a civic gift to Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, at in reception in the Guildhall following her recent success in winning two medals at the European Masters Indoor Championships in Poland. Gemma won the medals in the 200m and 60m setting an Irish Record. Included are fellow Spartans. (Photos: Lorcan Doherty) 

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The Mayor of Derry Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr presenting a civic gift to Gemma Thompson, City of Derry Spartans Athletic Club, at in reception in the Guildhall following her recent success in winning two medals at the European Masters Indoor Championships in Poland. Gemma won the medals in the 200m and 60m setting an Irish Record. Included are fellow Spartans. (Photos: Lorcan Doherty) 

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