Robert McCallion Memorial Park

Robert McCallion Memorial Park is a Gaelic football venue in Swinford, County Mayo. The home of Swinford GAA, it is named in honour of club member Robbie McCallion.[1][2] It was rededicated in honour of McCallion in 2012, following on from his death three years earlier. Dignitaries present on the day included Taoiseach Enda Kenny and the soon-to-be All-Ireland winning football manager Jim McGuinness of Donegal.[3]

Robert McCallion Memorial Park
Tenants
Swinford GAA

References

  1. "Swinford pitch to be named after Garda". Hogan Stand. 26 April 2012. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  2. Quinn, Trevor (8 May 2012). "Mayo and Donegal up for the challenge". The Mayo News. Retrieved 8 May 2012.
  3. McNulty, Chris (6 May 2012). "'Hero' Garda McCallion remembered". Donegal News. Retrieved 6 May 2012.
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