EirGrid, the operator and developer of Ireland’s electricity grid has announced the EirGrid U20 Players of the Provinces following the conclusion of the EirGrid GAA Football U20 Provincial Championship. Canice Mulligan of Sligo, Ryan Sinkey of Kildare, William Shine of Kerry, and Oisin Savage of Down have been rewarded for their standout performances in their respective EirGrid U20 Provincial Championships. 

Down’s scoring ace Oisin Savage has been named as the EirGrid U20 Ulster Player of the Province. Savage’s eye for goal and clinical free taking has launched Laverty’s side to the provincial title. Savage has no doubt been the driving force in this Down squad and will look to go one further in a tough match-up against Kildare. 

Wing forward Ryan Sinkey has deservedly been named the EirGrid U20 Leinster Player of the Province. Sinkey has been a key focal point in the Kildare attack having claimed four points from play during the thrilling, hard fought battle in a Leinster final victory against Dublin. Sinkey’s drive and everlasting engine has been crucial to Kildare’s transitioning play this year. All year Sinkey has been the epitome of hard work.  

Sligo captain and leader in the middle of the park Canice Mulligan was named EirGrid U20 Player of the Connacht Championship. Having won the Connacht title for the first time in Sligo’s history last year, Mulligan’s drive and determination on the pitch has led them to retaining the trophy. Mulligan’s power and immense work rate has been the driving force behind Sligo this year and was the deciding factor in him being awarded this title. 

Kerry’s scoring sensation William Shine has been awarded the EirGrid U20 Munster Player of the Province award. Shine’s pace and tremendous skill has been a cut above the rest in Munster this year and his performance in the Munster final was no different. Kerry’s convincing victory over Cork saw Shine bag six influential scores.  

2023 marks the ninth year that EirGrid, the state-owned company charged with securing the transition of Ireland’s electricity grid to a low carbon future, has sponsored the EirGrid GAA Football U20 All-Ireland Championship. 

The EirGrid U20 Football Championship is part of EirGrid's wider commitment to supporting local communities and investing in the future of Ireland. As the operator and developer of Ireland’s electricity grid, EirGrid plays a vital role in ensuring that the country has a reliable and sustainable source of energy, so communities can prosper, and the economy can grow. 

Chief Infrastructure Officer at EirGrid, Michael Mahon, commented; “Congratulations to Oisin, Ryan, Canice and William on being awarded their respective EirGrid U20 Player of the Province awards. To receive a prestigious title like this takes serious commitment, devotion, and months of preparation, it is a true sign of their character. As we have seen on numerous occasions in the past, the EirGrid GAA Football U20 All-Ireland Championship provides an opportunity to promote potential young stars in the GAA. I have every faith that these young men will drive on and further their careers at senior intercounty level.”