Mayor hosts reception for U16 Championship winning Sigersons team

MAYOR of Derry City and Strabane District Council, councillor Ruairí McHugh, welcomed the Sigersons GAC U16 team to the Guildhall for a special civic reception in recognition of their recent sporting success.

The team were honoured for their impressive victory in the Grade 3 Championship, which they secured earlier this month following a strong performance throughout the competition and a memorable win against Castlederg.

Team captain, Liam Harper, along with players Eamon McGowan and Sean Dudgeon, members of the squad, and the management team, attended the event alongside proud family members.

Mayor McHugh congratulated the young players and commended their commitment and teamwork.

He said: "It was a real pleasure to welcome the Sigersons GAC U16 team to the Guildhall.

" Their Grade 3 Championship win is a tremendous achievement and a credit to the dedication of the players, the guidance of the management team, and the support of their families and club.

"These young athletes have shown exceptional spirit and determination, and they should be very proud of what they have accomplished.

"I wish them every success in their future sporting endeavours.”

The club thanked the Myaor for hosting the event, adding: "We would like to sincerely thank the Mayor for his reception, the piece of crystal presented and his welcome of the team, management and parents.

"It is absolutely brilliant to see these lads and their management being recognised for their Championship title that they won earlier this month.

"Thanks also to councillor Paul Boggs for requesting the Mayor's reception."