Two of the issues of our time have been brought together in a community initiative in Co Cork. Ostensibly about encouraging young schoolchildren to embrace Gaelic games, the scheme is about much, much more. Not only does this point to a precarious future for Gaelic games, it points to a sedentary lifestyle with huge health implications. The organisers acknowledged this, and though Gaelic games are the conduit, a healthier lifestyle is the objective. There is certainly a need to give our children a better opportunity to make wise choices.

Source: Irish Examiner June 01, 2021 07:41 UTC