Parnells GAA club liquidation

The sad demise of a once-proud club

In a cruel twist of fate, one of Dublin's oldest GAA clubs, Parnells, has been wound up and placed in liquidation. This is a bitter blow to the community it served for over a century.

The club, based in Coolock and Artane, was founded in 1893 and had a rich history. It produced some of Dublin's finest footballers, including All-Ireland winners Stephen Cluxton and Bernard Brogan. However, in recent years, the club has been plagued by financial difficulties.

The club's financial woes were compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced the suspension of all GAA activities. This led to a sharp decline in revenue, and the club was unable to meet its financial obligations.

The decision to wind up the club was made at a special general meeting in January 2025. It was a difficult decision, but it was the only way to ensure the club's debts were paid.

The liquidation of Parnells GAA club is a sad day for the community. The club was a hub of activity and a source of pride for the people of Coolock and Artane. It will be missed.

Lessons to be learned

The liquidation of Parnells GAA club is a reminder that even the most successful organizations can fall on hard times. It is important to have sound financial management practices in place and to be prepared for unexpected events.

The club's financial difficulties were compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced the suspension of all GAA activities. This led to a sharp decline in revenue, and the club was unable to meet its financial obligations.

The decision to wind up the club was made at a special general meeting in January 2025. It was a difficult decision, but it was the only way to ensure the club's debts were paid.

The liquidation of Parnells GAA club is a sad day for the community. The club was a hub of activity and a source of pride for the people of Coolock and Artane. It will be missed.

Call to action

The liquidation of Parnells GAA club is a reminder that we must all work together to support our community organizations. These organizations provide vital services and activities, and they need our help to survive.

If you are able, please donate to your local GAA club. Your support will help to ensure that these clubs can continue to provide the services and activities that our communities need.

Together, we can keep our community organizations strong and vibrant.