Kildare athletes honoured by Trinity College Dublin

Congratulations to Kildare athletes

Kildare athletes Grace Moloney (Irish Senior Volleyball player), Cian Tiernan (Irish Basketball player) and William Mac Donald Hughes (Irish Fencer) were recently celebrated as Trinity College Dublin unveiled its sport scholars for the 2024 / ‘25 season at an event for family and friends at the Dining Hall, Trinity College Dublin.

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 Michelle Tanner, Director of sport and physical activity, Trinity College Dublin, Grace Moloney and Dr. Richard Porter, Dean of Students, Trinity College Dublin.

Michelle Tanner, Director of sport and physical activity, Trinity College Dublin, Cian Tiernan and Dr. Richard Porter, Dean of Students, Trinity College Dublin.

William Mac Donald Hughes and Maura Lee West.

Michelle Tanner, Director of Sport and Physical Activity, Trinity College Dublin commented on the night, “We’re thrilled to be here this evening to recognise the achievements and commitments of Trinity’s student athletes. We are thrilled to celebrate this year’s exceptional calibre of student athletes for the 2024 / ‘25 academic year. With representation from twenty-one sports and a diverse array of internationally acclaimed and emerging athletes, Trinity College Dublin reaffirms our commitment to nurturing sporting talents.”  

Dr. Richard Porter, Dean of Students, Trinity College Dublin commented, “I am delighted to be here this evening to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our student athletes who have been awarded a place on this year's Trinity Sport Scholarship Programme. This scholarship recognises your achievements so far, and importantly, your potential to go even further. The Trinity Sport Scholarship Programme reflects our commitment to providing unwavering support to student athletes, enabling you to compete not only at regional and national levels but also on the international stage. We firmly believe that you can excel both in your academic pursuits and your chosen sports, and we are here to ensure you have the resources and encouragement to do just that.”