Athletes selected by Sharon McAleer and Kate Curran following tryouts across the Southeast and beyond. All participants demonstrated remarkable skill —
SOUTH LADIES GAELIC FOOTBALL
Making Their World Debut
The American South on the World Stage
OUR STORY
The 2026 US Ladies Gaelic Football Team - South proudly represents the strength, skill, and spirit of the American South as they prepare to compete at the 2026 GAA World Games in Waterford, Ireland.
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Bringing together talented athletes from Houston, Dallas, Memphis, Nashville, Atlanta, Hartford, and Boston — this team embodies resilience, athleticism, and a deep respect for the tradition of Gaelic football.
THE SPORT
Welcome to Ladies Gaelic Football
A dynamic, fast-paced field sport deeply rooted in Irish tradition — often described as a blend of soccer, basketball, and rugby.
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Played on a large grass pitch, teams move a round ball toward the opponent's goal using a combination of carrying, bouncing, and precise kicking. The game requires quick transitions and tactical teamwork.
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Scoring is thrilling: kick the ball over the H-shaped crossbar for one point, or drive it into the net for three. Defined by high-energy gameplay and remarkable displays of athletic skill.
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THE ATHLETES
Team Roster
The South Ladies Gaelic Football athletes making their world debut in Waterford, Ireland.
Grace Rowan
Houston Gaels gaA
Virginia Varela-Eyre
Atlanta gaa
Kelly Ziomek
Atlanta gaa
Caitlyn Smith
Memphis gaa
Madeleine Peck
Memphis GAA
Baylor O'Fionnain
Nashville gac
Victoria Vest
Nashville gac
Miranda Dougherty
Nashville gac
Victoria Godwin
Dallas Fionn MacCumhaill GAA
Margarita Ansaldo
Atlanta gaa
Meg Steffes
Atlanta gaa
Lauren Jeffrey
Atlanta gaa
Allie D'Amico
Boston Shamrocks GAA
Christen Mc Keague
Hartford gaa
Thanks to coaches Karina Clarke (Atlanta GAA) and Marty Conway (Tyrone Minor Ladies).