The presentation to Moneygall FC chairman Mark Moroney and fellow members was made at the club’s ground. Pictured with them were Texaco dealer Richard Casey and Valero Area Sales Manager D.J. Fleming.

Moneygall FC receives award under Texaco Support for Sport initiative

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Moneygall FC has been chosen winners of the Offaly county award in this year’s Texaco Support for Sport initiative, with €5,000 presented to the club to help develop and enhance its facilities including a solar-lit walking track to be enjoyed by all in the community.

Now in its fourth year, the Texaco Support for Sport initiative – organised by Valero Energy (Ireland) Limited, the company that markets fuel in Ireland under the Texaco brand – sees a fund of €130,000 set aside annually for allocation in equal amounts of €5,000 to successful applicants chosen on a county-by-county basis.

Previous Offaly winners were Drumcullen GAA Club (2021), the Cappincur-based Offaly Rowing Club (2022) and Walsh Island GAA (2023).

Overseeing this year's judging process was Texaco Support for Sport ambassador, former Irish rugby international and well-known broadcaster, Donncha O’Callaghan. Commenting, he said: “As adjudicator, the most heartening aspect of the Texaco Support for Sport initiative is the benefit it brings to Irish sports clubs by providing rare access to funds which are not linked to the popularity, membership size or success of any given club.”

Describing Moneygall FCs “a richly deserved recipient”, O'Callaghan said: “Moneygall FC is a proud and passionate grass roots club that has evolved to become the heartbeat of its community. Its drive to constantly improve for the benefit of its members and community is evident. This funding will further enhance the club through use of better equipment and a lit track. Congratulations to all involved.”

Congratulating all the winners, James Twohig, Director of Ireland Operations, Valero Energy (Ireland) Limited, highlighted “the invaluable contribution that sports clubs make to the heart of community life in Ireland”. He also praised the unstinting work of club officials and volunteers, stating that “since its inception, in excess of €500,000 has been distributed to a variety of more than 100 sports clubs under the Texaco Support for Sport initiative”.

Entries for the 2025 Texaco Support for Sport initiative will open in the autumn for all clubs, including those whose application may have been unsuccessful previously.

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