Civic Reception held for Well Lane Warriors

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NMDDC Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte presents the coaches of the Well Lane Warriors with an inscribed bowl to mark their achievement winning the 2023 Foyle Cup in the Sports with Disability competition. Included from left: Jack McMahon, Del McParland, Jessica McMahon and Harry Doran.

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte recently hosted a reception at Newry Leisure Centre for the Well Lane Warriors to mark their fantastic win in the Foyle Cup football tournament in July.

NMDDC Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte is photographed with members of the Well Lane Warriors who won the 2023 Derry Foyle Cup in the Sports with Disability competition.

The Well Lane Warriors is a football team set up exclusively for young people with learning difficulties. It was founded two years ago by Jessica McMahon and Vincent Doran for children who have additional needs, providing a safe and inclusive environment for them to experience the fun of team sports.

NMDDC Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte congratulates Micheál McCloy who recently represented Ireland in the Subs European Futsal Championship in Italy and he proudly wears his armband as Team Captain.

Based out of Newry Sports Centre, thanks to all their hard work and regular training they beat of stiff competition from the Oxford Bulls, Derry and the Downs and Proud team from Lurgan to win the Foyle Cup 2023 Sports with Disability competition.

Speaking at the reception Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte said, “I am delighted to host this reception. It is a credit to football coaches Jessica, Jack, Derek and Niamh who volunteer their time freely to ensure those with additional needs experience the joy of team football. The benefits of this team extend far beyond the physical benefits of sport, it’s all about team spirit, friendship and fun and this is very evident here this evening.”