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Oral History

Paddy Heron

Paddy Heron talks about his early days playing football with his school, St Patrick's College and with Ballinascreen GAA Club. He recalls his career on the Derry minor team. Paddy charts Ballinascreen's history, profile, successes and players. He also mentions the development of the club over the years and the efforts to improve facilities and tells about his involvement in administrative roles within the GAA. Paddy covers various topics such as the effects the Troubles had on GAA in Derry and the changes in the role played by teachers and women. He finally discusses what the GAA means to him and the challenges that face the Association going forward.