BIG REVEAL: Seán McLoughlin named as Mayo Pride of the Parish winner
After an amazing response to our 'Pride of the Parish' competition, The Mayo News can now reveal the winner: Seán McLoughlin from Islandeady GAA club has received the most votes.
Seán saw off stiff competition from all the other entries to come out on top of the online vote on the Mayo News website, which closed on Thursday, November 5.
In his nomination, Seán McLoughlin was described as the absolute heartbeat of Islandeady GAA. Week in and week out, he is the club's unsung hero, dedicating endless time and energy to keep the club running seamlessly.
As Treasurer, he meticulously manages the finances, ensuring the long-term strength and stability of Islandeady GAA.
Yet, Sean’s impact extends far beyond ledger books. On matchdays, he’s the first to arrive to set up the pitch, park cars and take on any task—big or small—to make sure our grounds are ready.
What makes Sean truly special is his generosity with his time, and quiet kindness to all. He works tirelessly behind the scenes without ever seeking recognition or standing in the limelight. Every GAA club relies on volunteers, but Sean goes well above and beyond the call of duty. His quiet dedication makes him absolutely deserving of this recognition.
The Mayo News would like to thank all those who voted in the ‘Pride of the Parish’ competition and especially the nominated clubs for getting involved in the competition. There was a huge response and the voting outcome was a tightly-run race until the end.