Schools' jersey day to support fundraiser for Cork teen

Primary and secondary schools across Cork are being asked to swap their uniforms for their favourite jersey on March 20 in support of Féile O’Sullivan, who underwent a double leg amputation last year.
Schools' jersey day to support fundraiser for Cork teen

Fourth to sixth class children at Cahermore National School getting ready for the ‘Stand 4 Féile’ Jersey Day on March 20.

Primary and secondary schools across Cork are being asked to swap their uniforms for their favourite jersey in support of Féile O’Sullivan, who underwent a double leg amputation following a farm accident last year.

The regional initiative, entitled Stand 4 Féile Jersey Day, organised by a voluntary group of former Cork and Kerry GAA players, invites students, teachers, staff, and the wider school community, to wear their favourite jersey and make a small donation to support Féile’s recovery.

The vital funds raised will provide essential rehabilitation support and future care for 13-year-old Féile, helping to support, encourage, and empower her and her family during this extremely challenging journey.

Féile’s mother, Maureen O’Sullivan, said that her daughter has undergone more than 65 surgeries since the accident last summer.

“Last July, Féile’s life changed forever after a devastating accident on our family farm in Allihies in West Cork,” said Ms O’Sullivan.

“Since then, she has undergone more than 65 surgeries and, despite extraordinary care from her medical team, her legs had to be amputated.

“She has had to endure a number of significant life-changing procedures.

“With the support of the GAA community, Féile has met each of these challenges with a smile, determination, and a great sense of humour.

“Support for Féile has since spread far beyond the GAA, and we would like to sincerely thank everyone who has played a part in supporting Féile’s recovery so far.”

Finbarr Harrington, chairman of Garnish GAA, which is Féile’s home club, said as Féile and her family face the next chapter of her recovery, “we’re inviting every school to help raise vital funds for Féile and to show her that the entire country is fully behind her”.

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Schools are encouraged to capture the colour and energy of the day and share their photos using #Stand4Féile on social media, as all participating schools will be entered into a draw to win a brand new set of jerseys.

  • Stand 4 Féile’s Jersey Day will take place on March 20. For more, visit gaacork.ie/stand4feile.

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