Camogie Appoints Communications and Marketing Director
blog No Comments »Cumann Camógaíochta na nGael has appointed a new full-time Communications and Marketing Director. Claire Egan takes up the post which is based at Croke Park.
Egan’s primary role will be to develop and implement a marketing and communications strategy for Cumann Camógaíochta na nGael in line with the Association’s Strategic Plan. Egan, from Louisburgh, Co. Mayo, previously worked as a publicist and news journalist. A graduate of NUI, Galway and the Public Relations Institute of Ireland she has a strong Gaelic Games background and has won four All- Ireland ladies football titles with Mayo.
Speaking about the appointment Ard Stiúrthóir Sinéad O’Connor said: “Camogie is a growing sport and communicating with our players, administrators and volunteers at all levels is central to our continued growth and success. Marketing camogie is also vital to bring the game to new audiences. The creation of this full-time position and the appointment of Claire Egan to the role of Communications and Marketing Director is a very positive step for the Association.”
“I am looking forward to building upon the fantastic work already achieved within the Association. This position presents a wonderful opportunity to work closely with administrators, volunteers and players to further enhance the profile of the game. I am extremely excited about this prospect and the enormous potential that exists within the Association,” said Claire Egan.
Egan’s appointment brings to thirteen the number of full-time appointments at the Association. Twelve of these appointments have been made since 2003 with the games development positions supported by the Irish Sports Council.
Camogie has a busy year ahead. This year’s Ashbourne and Purcell Cups will be hosted by CIT on February 20th and 21st and the Division 1 National League begins on February 28th with a number of mouth-watering ties including the clash of beaten All-Ireland finalists Kilkenny and neighbouring rivals Tipperary.
