GAA to celebrate the stars of Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie at All-Star Awards
Maurice Noonan, Munster, and Michael Dennedy, Leinster, in action last year during the M. Donnelly GAA Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie All-Ireland Finals. Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfile
The Gaelic Athletic Association, in partnership with the Camogie Association, will celebrate the very best of Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie at the inaugural 2026 Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie All-Star Awards in Croke Park on Friday, 13 November. Marking the first presentation of a biennial awards programme, the event is sponsored by Martin Donnelly, supported by ClubberTV and will be livestreamed nationwide.
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The awards will recognise outstanding achievements throughout the 2026 season and honour the players, coaches, volunteers, officials and supporters who continue to drive the growth and success of one of the Association's most inclusive games.
Guests from across Ireland will gather to celebrate a year of exceptional performances, growing participation and continued development at club and provincial level.
The 2026 All-Star Team recognises excellence across every playing position, while additional awards will honour outstanding contributions from young players, match officials and management teams.
2026 Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie All-Star Award Winners
- Goalkeeper: Kevin Cassidy (Tyrone & Ulster)
- Back: Ellie Sheehy (Limerick & Munster)
- Back: Paul Hannan (Armagh & Ulster)
- Midfield: Maurice Noonan (Limerick & Munster)
- Forward: Jason Muldoon (Derry & Ulster)
- Forward: Michael Dennedy (Offaly & Leinster)
- Leading Goalscorer: Jason Muldoon (Derry & Ulster)
- Referee/Match Official of the Year: Eadhmonn Mac Suibhne (Mayo & Connacht)
- Coach/Management Team of the Year: David Fitzgerald (Limerick & Munster)
- Young Player of the Year: Michael Dennedy (Offaly & Leinster)
The evening will also culminate in the announcement of the Wheelchair Camogie Player of the Year and Wheelchair Hurler of the Year from an outstanding shortlist of nominees.
Camogie Player of the Year Nominees
- Nicola Cushen (Laois & Leinster)
- Sam McColgan (Donegal & Ulster)
- Ellie Sheehy (Limerick & Munster)
Hurler of the Year Nominees
- Ciaran Bradley (Down & Ulster)
- Jason Muldoon (Derry & Ulster)
- Maurice Noonan (Limerick & Munster)
Since its introduction, Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie has experienced significant growth across all four provinces, providing meaningful opportunities for participation, competition and community engagement for people of all abilities.
Speaking ahead of the event, GAA President Jarlath Burns said: "The Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie community represents the very best of what our Association stands for. The commitment, resilience and passion shown by our players, coaches, volunteers and families is truly inspiring.
These All-Star Awards give us an opportunity to recognise outstanding achievement, but also to celebrate a game that continues to grow and provide opportunities for people of all abilities to participate, belong and thrive.
Every nominee and award recipient has helped shape the future of Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie. They have enriched our Gaelic Games community and, through their example, inspired others to become involved."
Camogie President Brian Molloy added: "Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie demonstrate the inclusive spirit that lies at the heart of Gaelic Games. They create opportunities for people of all abilities to participate, compete and enjoy the many benefits our games bring, while strengthening connections within clubs and communities across the country.
It is particularly fitting that the achievements of these players are recognised in Croke Park. I congratulate all of our nominees and award recipients, whose commitment, skill and enthusiasm have helped drive the continued growth and success of Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie during 2026.
Their example is encouraging more people to become involved and helping to build a stronger future for our games."
The awards ceremony will be attended by players, families, volunteers, officials, sponsors and invited guests from across the Gaelic Games family. In addition to the All-Star Awards and Player of the Year honours, two special President's Awards will be presented to recognise exceptional service and contribution to the development of Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie.
As Wheelchair Hurling & Camogie continues to grow across Ireland, these All-Star Awards represent an important milestone for the game, recognising excellence, celebrating achievement and showcasing the power of inclusion within Gaelic Games.