LGFA launches ‘Spreag Í’ Programme
The Ladies Gaelic Football Association has launched its new Spreag Í Programme.
The new initiative aims to enhance enjoyment of Ladies Gaelic Football, as well as increasing self-efficacy, teamwork, understanding of the role of sport in a healthy lifestyle and fostering continued participation.
The programme will specifically target club players in the Under 14 and Under 16 age groups, and will be delivered in clubs across Ireland from February 2026-June 2026.
Each selected club will receive two visits from a Spreag Í Facilitator (a current or former LGFA Intercounty player), with the programme focusing on four main themes:
•Being my Best Self (Goal setting & Self-Confidence)
•Being a Good Teammate (Teamwork and Leadership Skills)
•Developing a Healthy Lifestyle (Building Positive Habits)
•Grá for the Game (Developing a Lifelong Love of Sport and Continued Participation)
Facilitators for the Spreag Í Programme include:
•Angela Walsh (Cork)
•Anna Moore (Laois)
•Charlene Tyrell (Leitrim)
•Dearbhla Gower (Galway)
•Eva Hicks (Down/Tyrone)
•Fiona Claffey (Westmeath)
•Hannah Reape (Mayo)
•Jacqui Mulligan (Sligo)
•Jenny Higgins (Roscommon)
•Joanne Barrett (Tyrone)
•Niamh McElduff (Tyrone)
•Una Pearson (Louth)
Visits will involve a mix of practical on-pitch coaching and workshop style activities. In between visits, clubs and their participants will engage with the new LGFA Teenage Kicks programme which aims to allow teenagers to play the sport, their way, encouraging social interaction, empowerment and independence alongside enjoyment of our game.
Key Dates for the Programme are below:
•Closing Date for Club Applications: 5pm Sunday 25th January 2026
•Short Online Club Information Session: 8pm-9pm Monday 9th February 2026
•Club Visit 1: Must take place prior to April 30th 2026 (Date TBC between club & facilitator)
•Minimum of 4 weeks between Visit 1 & 2 to enable Teenage Kicks Project
•Club Visit 2: Must take place prior to June 30th 2026 (Date TBC between club & facilitator)
Clubs across the country are encouraged to apply to be a part of this new programme. Please note that club spaces on the programme are limited and we expect that not all clubs will be successful in their application.
Additionally, participant spaces per club are limited to ensure a quality experience.
Please note that all applications must be completed by your club secretary through the official club email to ensure club buy-in. To compete an application, please visit Spreag Í: Inspire Today, Lead Tomorrow - Club Application Form – Fill out form
If you require further information or have any questions, contact Eilish Ward, Head of Player Development on eilish.ward@lgfa.ie or 087 4762049.