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McLaughlin becomes the first female Irish captain Down Under
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July 17, 2025

By Michael McMullan DONEGAL footballer Niamh McLaughlin made history this week when she became the first Irish player to captain an AFL club in any code. McLaughlin was named as joint captain alongside Suns Academy graduate Lucy Single as the club prepare for their new season. Speaking to Gaelic Life, McLaughlin said it was nice yet […]

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