Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA)

The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) is Ireland's largest sporting organization, dedicated to promoting traditional Irish sports such as Gaelic football, hurling, camogie, and handball. Founded in 1884, it aims to preserve and develop Ireland’s ancient sporting and cultural heritage, fostering community participation across all ages. The GAA organizes local, regional, and national competitions, and emphasizes volunteer-led clubs to strengthen Irish identity and social cohesion. It also supports Irish language and cultural initiatives, making it a key institution in Ireland’s sporting and cultural landscape.