Vigil in Athenry for Kate after shock death following match

THERE has been shock throughout east and south Galway after the death of Kate Moran, following a freak incident in a camogie match in Ardrahan on Monday evening.

A candlelit vigil is to be held on Wednesday evening at 9pm in Kenny Park GAA grounds in Athenry.

In a post on its Facebook page on Tuesday Athenry camogie club said, “Today we learned of the death of our dear club-mate, Kate Moran.

“This is a terrible tragedy for her family, our club and our community. We are deeply saddened by these events.

“Our sympathy and thoughts are with the Moran family and friends. Kate will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

“Kate began playing with Athenry Camogie Club at underage level and quickly progressed to Senior A level with great distinction.

“She holds a Feile, Minor County and Intermediate County title. She played in a club All Ireland Intermediate final. She won two All Irelands at U16 level with Galway, both titles she was incredibly proud of.

“She was a tremendous role model for our many underage players and a wonderful leader both on and off the field of play. Her bubbly personality will be remembered for eternity.”

The club said it had been in contact with Kate’s parents who “have requested that we all understand their need for privacy at this difficult time”.

In a statement on its Facebook page, Ardrahan hurling and camogie clubs said, “Her untimely passing is a terrible tragedy for her family and all who knew her.

“We are all deeply saddened by this event. Our sympathies and thoughts are with the Moran family and the Athenry Club, community and friends.

“As a mark of respect to Kate and her family we are closing our facilities until further notice.

“The Ardrahan Camogie and Hurling clubs are putting together supports for all our members affected by this tragedy, and the clubs have implemented the Critical Incident Response Plan.
We would ask you to respect our privacy at this time.”