Robert McCallion Memorial Park explained

Robert McCallion Memorial Park
Tenants:Swinford GAA

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]

Notes and References

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

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