Zuckerberg clicks ‘Like’ on West Waterford GAA clubs

Kieran Geary of Tallow GAA, pictured recently Tallow GAA grounds, in the presence of John McDonnell, Lindsay Murphy and Tom McSweeney. The club continues to develop its grounds, and GAA President, Jarlath Burns, was in Páirc Eamon de Paor only last month to open the club's new gym and fitness room. (Pic: John Ahern)

GAA clubs in west Waterford have extended their thanks this week to Meta owner, Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan, who have donated €150,000 to three GAA clubs located closest to Strancally Castle.

Tallow GAA, Lismore GAA and Shamrocks GAA, each expressed disbelief at the donation, having been contacted by Zuckerberg’s team to discuss the proposition.

The billionaire social media company owner recently bought the Blackwater-side castle, located about 20km north of Youghal. A spokesperson for Zuckerberg outlined that the couple were aware of the significant role GAA plays in local communities and as new members of the community, wanted to support the clubs.

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