Waterford Council supports decision to allow camogie players to wear shorts
Following the passing of a vote at yesterday evening's Special Congress at Croke Park, Camogie players will have the choice of whether to wear shorts or skorts, effective immediately.
98% of the 133 delegates voted in favour of the change.
Camogie Association President Brian Molloy commented yesterday: “We are pleased to announce that delegates have voted by an overwhelming majority in favour of giving players greater choice in their playing attire.
"From midnight tonight, each individual player will have the option to wear skorts or shorts, adding choice while maintaining the professionalism and uniformity of our team kits in both colour and design."
In Waterford, the passing of the vote was supported earlier this week by elected representatives in the Council Chamber
Cllr Catherine Burke introduced a motion at this month's Comeragh district council meeting emphasising the importance of Waterford Council supporting camogie players in their campaign to have the option of wearing shorts and skorts during games
“The council recognises the importance of player comfort, equality and personal choice in sport” she said.
Cllr Seanie Power, who is deeply involved in local ladies sport, said during the meeting: “I fully support the motion and thank you for bringing it to the council as somebody who’s been involved in ladies sport for a good number of years. From meeting the girls involved in camogie I know they’re all in favour of wearing shorts.”
The motion was seconded by Cllr Liam Brazil, and supported also by Cllr John O'Leary who described it as "very valuable".
