24-05-2025
Three DCU scholarships presented in memory of talented Wexford sportsman who died suddenly in 2017
Wexford People
When Jack Pettit died suddenly in 2017, both his former school and college were keen to ensure that he left behind him a legacy for other students to come.
A talented sportsman, Jack represented Wexford with distinction in hurling from U14 level all the way up to senior intercounty level.
A native of Broadway and a son of Liam and Julie Pettit, Jack's passing caused shockwaves in his school and college community, the young man having had a major impact in his 20 years. It was considered an appropriate tribute to introduce the Jack Pettit Memorial Freshers Scholarships for students of St Peter's College who attend DCU.
Initiated by DCU and Jack's family, it aimed to celebrate the links between DCU, St Peter's College and Wexford GAA and hurling.
The scholarship scheme was initiated by DCU in conjunction with the Pettit family to commemorate Jack and the links between DCU, St. Peter's College, Wexford GAA and hurling.
This year, Jack's parents presented scholarships to Sean Rowley of Oylegate/Glenbrien GAA Club, David McCarthy from Crossabeg/Ballymurn GAA Club and John Sunderland of Shelmaliers GAA Club.
Paul O'Brien from DCU and John Banville from St. Peter's both spoke of the strong links between the 2 colleges and the Pettit family and encouraged the recipients to continue to strive for success at all levels.
Among the former recipients of the scholarship are current inter county star Conor Hearne, who was also in attendance as this year's scholarships were awarded.
Jack's mam Julie spoke on behalf of the family and congratulated the recipients, wishing them well in their future endeavours. She also expressed her gratitude to the DCU Sport & Wellbeing department for their continued funding of the scholarship and to St Peter's College for facilitating the presentation and providing the opportunity to come together and remember Jack.
