AIB All-Ireland Club Championships launched
Pictured are AIB ambassadors Olwen Rabbitte (Athenry), Adrian Mullen (Ballyhale Shamrocks), Paudie Clifford (Fossa) and Aimee Mackin (Shane O’Neill’s) at the launch of the AIB GAA, LGFA, and Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships. As the first sponsor to support the four codes of Gaelic Games at a national level, this season, AIB continues to celebrate the players and people behind them who make club life so special.
AIB today marked the launch of the upcoming AIB GAA, Ladies Club Football, and Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships, celebrating the coaches, mentors, volunteers and players whose commitment brings these championships to life year after year. Joining AIB to launch the upcoming season are five ambassadors; Aimee Mackin (Shane O'Neill's & Armagh), Adrian Mullen (Ballyhale Shamrocks & Kilkenny), Paudie Clifford (Fossa & Kerry) and Olwen Rabbitte (Athenry & Galway), who each embody the pride and spirit of their clubs.
This season, AIB will shine a light on the people who help shape every club journey: the coaches who build players' skills and confidence, the mentors who guide them, and the volunteers and supporters who give their time and encouragement. The 2026/2027 campaign celebrates the joy found in everyday moments of encouragement, guidance, and support across clubs that often spans generations. It highlights how these cumulative experiences, powered by dedicated coaches, mentors, and volunteers empower players at every stage of their club journey. The AIB Club Championships hold a unique place in the heart of Irish communities, where the real impact of the games is felt by people in every county for generations – not just by those who take to the pitch each weekend.
AIB is embarking on its 36th year supporting the AIB GAA Club Championship, its 14th year of backing the AIB Camogie Club Championship, and its third year as proud sponsor of the AIB Ladies Club Football Championships. As the first sponsor to support the four codes of Gaelic Games at a national level, AIB continues to champion the players and people behind them who make club life so special. With this longstanding tradition in Gaelic Games, AIB understands that clubs are more than just places, they are places where support comes to life - behind every club are those who lift us all.
As county championships reach their pinnacle and attention shifts to the AIB Provincial Championship series, the club game enters an exciting new era. The dynamics of competition have changed significantly at all levels — driven by new rules already reshaping Gaelic Football across both Men’s and Women’s competitions. Across every code, players have embraced these changes to deliver unforgettable performances and thrilling contests. AIB is proud to stand alongside these dedicated athletes, whose commitment and deep connection to their communities continue to define the club game.
Speaking at today’s launch, AIB Chief Customer Officer, Orlaith Ryan said: “AIB is very proud to continue our deep-rooted support for the AIB GAA Club Championships, AIB Ladies Club Football Championships and AIB Camogie Club Championships. Club Championships stir emotions like nothing else. Players give everything on the pitch, but everyone around the club, whatever their role, finds themselves completely all-in. Behind every player are coaches, mentors, and volunteers whose time, knowledge and encouragement shape lives well beyond the pitch. We look forward to celebrating these people and their contribution throughout another thrilling championship season.”
Also, speaking at the launch, Uachtarán an Chumainn Camógaíochta, Brian Molloy said: “Club is the heartbeat of our game. With county finals concluding and the 2026 AIB Camogie Club Championships getting underway, teams everywhere will be dreaming of emulating the success of Athenry, Camross, Brídíní Óga and Éire Óg Carrickmore, who all enjoyed memorable campaigns last year across our four grades.
“I would like to thank AIB for their continued support of the club championships and for their commitment to all four Gaelic games codes. It is a great example of the power of working together, and of what can be achieved when we support our games collectively. I wish all clubs the very best of luck in the coming weeks. Go n-éirí go geal libh.”
Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, Jarlath Burns stated: “Another action-packed AIB GAA Club Championship season awaits, and there is no competition quite like it for emotional connection. Everyone involved, from the players to the coaches, mentors, backroom teams, volunteers and supporters find themselves all in. The impact of this championship is lived by people in every club and community in every county, and following your club campaign is a tradition passed down through generations. AIB's continued support of the Club Championships is a fitting celebration of what makes club Gaelic games so unique.”
Uachtarán Cumann Peil Gael na mBan, Trina Murray added: “We are delighted to continue our partnership with AIB for the AIB Ladies Club Football Championships. Club players represent their teams and communities with immense pride, supported every step of the way by coaches, mentors, families and volunteers. By celebrating the players and the people who help them to grow in confidence and fulfil their potential, AIB is shining a welcome light on the spirit of our clubs and our game.”
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