Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
Sport
Gavin Quinn

Belfast GAA club shuts down activities after ladies footballer tests positive for Covid-19

A Belfast GAA club has shut down all activities after a senior ladies footballer tested positive for Covid-19.

Lamh Dhearg CLG made the announcement on Twitter this morning, and have confirmed that activities have been halted until further notice.

In a statement, the club said: "The club would like to inform you that a senior lady footballer has unfortunately tested positive with Covid-19 .

"As such the club will be closed until further notice and all club activities will be suspended . We are currently liaising closely with the PHA and County Board.

"We also wish our player a speedy recovery and thank you for your anticipated support."

It comes after a second Limerick GAA club halted activity over coronavirus fears.

Ahane GAA has suspended activity at adult level until August 24, but there has been no confirmation of a positive test at the club.

They said in a statement: "Ahane GAA Club have taken the decision to suspend all activity for our adult teams until August 24th following on from Sundays Junior hurling game v Claughaun.

"We have been in constant contact with both the HSE and The GAA and are following all the necessary guidelines and precautions, hence why we have decided to suspend our adult teams until August 24th to try and ensure the safety of all our club members.

"We strongly advice that all our members remain vigilant and follow all the guidelines so that we can return to playing our games again as soon as possible.

"We will continue to follow all the procedures and we will update you if there are any changes.

"Please note that Bord Na nOg, Camogie and LGFA teams are unaffected by the suspension and will continue to train as normal unless told otherwise."

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.