GAA

GAA, or the Gaelic Athletic Association, is Ireland’s main organization responsible for promoting and governing traditional Irish sports such as Gaelic football, hurling, camogie, and handball. Founded in 1884, it aims to preserve Irish cultural heritage by organizing local, regional, and national competitions, fostering community participation, and supporting youth development. The GAA operates primarily through volunteer clubs across Ireland and abroad, emphasizing amateur status, community engagement, and the cultural significance of these sports in Irish life.