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Motion for equal treatment across codes passed at Gaelic Players Association AGM

2 March 2026; GPA Chief Executive Tom Parsons speaking during the GPA MBA Awards at the The Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin. Photo by Sam Barnes/Sportsfile
GPA chief executive Tom Parsons

The AGM of the Gaelic Players Association saw all nine motions passed, including the motion that calls for "equitable promotion, media coverage, and commercial support" across inter-county hurling, camogie and football.

Submitted by Fermanagh hurler Ben Corrigan at Monday's online gathering, this equal promotion across codes will be achieved in collaboration with the GAA, LGFA, and Camogie Association.

A motion from the GPA's national executive committee will seek formal, structured player representation on all key decision-making bodies affecting inter-county players, within integrated GAA structures, including central council, provincial councils and county boards.

Regarding female expenses, Tipperary footballer Angela McGuigan's motion will see the GPA seek an amendment of payments for inter-county players to provide for monthly reimbursement, rather than the existing system of payment in two instalments after the league and championship.

Longford hurler Evan Tully sought additional support for first-year panellists, so now the GPA will work with the GAA to explore enhanced support for players who are in their first year playing adult inter-county, to support their transition and maximise player retention.

Other motions from the GPA that were passed overwhelmingly include the player protection framework, which calls for a formal mechanisms to ensure all inter-county fixture competition decisions require consultation with player representatives to protect player welfare and mitigate against professional/education disadvantage.

The independent athlete representation will see the GPA work with other player bodies to ensure there is such representation within sporting governance structures in Ireland.

As for underage ticket price controls, the players' body calls on the GAA to ensure that underage ticket pricing for inter-county fixtures remains affordable and accessible, and that any future pricing structures reflect the importance of encouraging young supporters to attend Gaelic games.

Other motions passed dealt with membership, with one entitled to become a member of the association for the period of 12 months from the date of their registration - and the term limit for the seven members appointed as directors of the National Executive Committee. That term will now be three years or until such time as their membership of the NEC is terminated (whichever is the earlier).


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