An Evening with Katie Mullan
Tuesday 1st March saw a large crowd of hockey players and parents gather to hear from Irish Hockey Captain and World Cup Silver Medallist, Katie Mullan.
The Q&A format allowed everyone present to gain an insight into the dedication and commitment required to compete at the very top of International Sport.
Katie answered questions from parents, pupils and CGS 1st XI Coach, Peter Semple. Topics ranged from ‘Morellis v Mauds’, leadership, Women in Sport and World Cup Glory. Everyone was delighted with the time Katie took to engage with questions and allow for photographs with fans young and not so young at the end.
The event itself saw CGS launched its ambitious fund-raising campaign aimed at developing transformational sports facilities on the CR site. Headmaster, Dr Carruthers, was delighted to see so many in attendance. He outlined the vision for change, including a refurbished games hall, changing facilities, rowing steps, and, of course, a new multi-sport Astro facility, for sports including hockey.
The vision was applauded by Katie who wished the school all the best, stressing the importance of having state of the art facilities which will serve the school and wider community.
The evening ended with the ex-Dalriada pupil being presented with a CGS 1st XI playing shirt, by Hockey Captain Sarah Kirgan. We look forward to see Katie wear it with pride!
Thanks to all who were involved in the event. We look forward to similar Rugby and Rowing events in the weeks ahead.
