Saul GAC Host Live to Play Event
A successful Live to Play Road Safety event took place in Saul GAC on Saturday 12th May.
The audience was welcomed by club vice-chairman Dr Eddie Harney.
First up was the panel of local professionals who were interviewed by club member and BBC Reporter Kevin Magee. The panel consisted of Lawrence Cullen, Dr Eddie Harney, Chris McLoughlin NI Fire and Rescue Service, Loretta Cunningham PSNI, Marty Rourke Funeral Director who each had a story to tell
A hard hitting presentation about speed, drink/drug driving, seat belts and inattention (especially mobile phones) was delivered by Constable Helen Black Education Officer for Road Policing.
Following the indoor presentation the crowd moved out doors to view a live demonstration by the Road Rescue Team of the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) assisted by local firefighters. A live commentary was provided on the demonstration, where local teenagers acted as casualties and were extracted from the car.
Live To Play is a Road Safety initiative promoted by Ulster GAA in conjunction with Clubs and County Boards. It aims to raise awareness and to educate members on how best to stay safe on the roads. The education is aimed at young drivers (aged 16 -24) but is applicable for all adult road users. The full impact of Live to Play may never be known but if even one life is saved by the campaign it will truly be worth it.
The Saul club is to be congratulated on a well organised event with special mention to co-ordinator Chris McLoughlin for all his hard work
Forthcoming Live to Play events:
• Live to Play event, Mayobridge GAA on Wednesday 4th July @ 7.30pm.
• Live to Play event, St. John’s Drumnaquoile GAA on Wednesday 15th August @ 7.30pm
The above events at Mayobridge and St John’s are open to all to attend and neighbouring clubs should avail of this unique opportunity to get the important road safety message across to our young people
Any club that is interested in hosting a Live to Play event please contact:
Down Live to Play Officer Anthony Crozier on 07771988043 or alternately contact:
Aileen Cummins Ulster GAA Community Health and Wellbeing Manager on 028 3751 7182 / aileen.cummins.ulster@gaa.ie
