Mary and Paula Keegan

Mary Keegan and Paula Keegan discuss their contributions to Ladies Football at club and county level in Armagh. They recall their earliest memories of the GAA and explain why they got involved in the sport. In addition, they outline the challenges they faced in gaining recognition and funding for ladies football within the organisation. They reflect on the rapid rise of the sport and the need to boost its profile in the media and also to increase attendance at matches. Finally, Mary and Paula discuss both the positive and negative effects of The Troubles on ladies football.