Derry GAA has expressed satisfaction at a 15% increase in attendances at this year’s domestic championship competitions in both hurling and football.
The scene at Celtic Park on Sunday.
A crowd of approximately 7,500 people attended the Celtic Park championship football double header on Sunday which saw Ballinderry Shamrocks beat Ballinascreen to collect their third senior title in three years Foreglen defeat Glen to take the intermediate title.
County chairperson John Keenan the increase could “only be beneficial” for the future of Derry GAA.
Mr Keenan said: “I would like to thank all patrons who attended Sunday’s games, and throughout 2013, in both hurling and football. We have been pragmatic with our admission prices and our patrons have responded with attendances at our championships showing a massive increase of 15% on 2012. These are good times in our time which can only be beneficial for the future of Derry GAA.”
The county chairperson added: “I am very grateful to all those that have played their part by volunteering of their time for the many match-day duties. We strive to provide comfortable and convenient facilities for the playing and viewing of our games and will continue to refine our efforts in this respect.”
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