The inaugural class from the Gaelic Players Association’s Legacy Leadership Programme graduated in Dublin on Friday, March 6th. In total 24 players from 15 counties were represented on this bespoke […]
To mark International Women’s Day (Sunday, March 8th), the GPA has released some of the key findings from new research that shines an important light on the health experiences of
Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan, alongside players from all codes and provinces, have marked the publication of The Playbook 2026-2028 which sets out the Gaelic Players Association’s key areas of
The Playbook 2026-2028 is published Read More
The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) have today, Thursday, January 22nd, published a wide-ranging report into the process that led to the successful merger of the association with its sister association
‘A Good News Story: The Integration of the Gaelic Players Association’ is published Read More
The GAA and GPA are pleased to announce that a new Recognition Protocol to cover the next four years (2026 to 2029) has been agreed between the two associations. The
Joint GAA & GPA Statement welcoming agreement of a new Recognition Protocol Read More
In a refresh of its approach to engaging with its membership, the Gaelic Players Association are announcing the appointment of 8 part-time Engagement and Development Officers (EDOs). The EDOs will
Engagement and Development Officers Appointed by the GPA Read More
New football rules needed according to female footballers Season Structure & Duration 92% of Gaelic Players Association members believe that the inter-county season should run for a maximum of 7
The Gaelic Players Association welcomes today’s budget announcement that State funding for inter-county player grants is to increase by 28%, bringing the total player fund to €7.2 million. This means
Strong Step Forward for Players as Government Increases Funding Read More
The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) is seeking an increase in the government grant available to inter-county hurlers, camógs and footballers to an average of €2,500 per individual player. The increase
John McGrath and David Clifford are named the PwC GAA/GPA Players of the Month winners in hurling and football for July Kate Sullivan and Aoife Donohue named the PwC GPA
PwC GAA/GPA Players of the Month for July/August are named Read More
The GPA Counselling Support Service is available 24/7/365
Or text “GPA” to 50808 (ROI) or 85258 (NI)
This service offers support to members either face-to-face or over the phone in the following areas:
Anxiety – Depression – Bereavement Counselling – Relationship issues – Family issues – Addiction treatment.
A benevolent fund is also in place to support current and past players who are experiencing extreme financial difficulties in their lives.
How to sign up :
