Connemara GAA
Old black-and-white photograph of a rugby team, in two rows, in striped jerseys Two old photographs side by side: a team of men in waistcoats and caps, and three young men in suits Collage of old team photographs, including Clifden 1977, Inishbofin v St Vincent's of Dublin, and the St Cáillín's (Ballyconneely) hurling team

Leitir Móir

Naomh Anna GAA Club is situated in South Connemara. Although the club is not yet 50 years established, many players from the area assisted other clubs prior to its creation. It has now developed its own playing facilities and a state-of-the-art centre. The club has provided many players to Galway over the years including Nicholas O’Conchubhair (O’Connor).

Nicholas started playing football on the road, ‘We had nowhere else to play at that time’ he said. He also has close family ties with the McCartans and O’Neills of Down fame. He tried his hand at a number of sports including cricket.

 

To listen to Nicholas, click on track 63