08-05-2025
Dublin camogie star stresses the importance of championing women in sport
Women's sport has made huge strides in Ireland in recent years, but there's no denying that more could be done to champion players across the board.
Niamh Comerford, 23, has opened up about the need for more support for female-led sports, in order to break down walls and make way for the next generation.
Speaking in a new interview, the Dublin camogie player looked back on her earlier years in the sport and the female role models who helped her climb the ladder. Women's sport has made huge strides in Ireland in recent years, but there's no denying that more could be done to champion players across the board. Pic: Supplied
Speaking to EVOKE at the launch of Harvey Norman's new GAA sponsorships, Niamh said: 'Thinking back to when I was a young girl looking up to the senior team, they are an inspiration.
'I'm aware that some might be looking up to our team. We are the inspiration for the younger ones, so I'm aware of that.
'I like to try to include everyone [at club level] and try to foster that involvement, and try to keep girls in the sport, especially around the ages of 14, 15, 16 when the drop-off happens,' Niamh added. Niamh Comerford, 23, has opened up about the need for more support for female-led sports, in order to break down walls and make way for the next generation. Pic: Supplied
'It's about making sure it's fun, it's competitive, it's enjoyable.'
Niamh was introduced to the sporting world from a very young age, having played both football and camogie before finding her true calling.
Niamh spoke to EVOKE at the launch of Harvey Norman's new GAA sponsorships. The brand is expanding its GAA Partnership portfolio, and now is the official sponsor of GAA Hawk-Eye, Official Stats Sponsor for the Men's Senior Football and Hurling Championship and also the Camogie Association Stats Sponsor.
