Sligo Rovers launches a stadium fundraising appeal, and all donations can qualify for income tax relief.

As the detailed design work on the new Showgrounds stadium continues, Sligo Rovers are launching a new fundraising appeal to complete the funding for the project.

We have secured a major grant award of €16.4 million from the Government’s Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund and the club must raise the balance of €7.1 million in funding costs. We have made considerable progress to date in sourcing €6.35 million of this.

The Showgrounds redevelopment project has been designated as an Approved Sports Project which means that donations of €250 or more to the project can attract income tax and corporation tax relief.

We are now launching a capital fundraising appeal for €750,000 and are seeking donations from individual taxpayers and companies to help us achieve this target.

In addition to making a direct donation, the taxpayer can also choose to donate the tax relief to the club, which means a donation goes even further.

As always we gratefully appreciate the support of the communities of the north-west and beyond and we hope that you can help us on our mission to create a high quality venue in the Sligo Showgrounds which will serve the region for the next 100 years.

All amounts donated will be used in the construction and fit out of the new stadium.

For further information, including details on how to donate here

To see progress updates on the new stadium here

Please see our fundraising brochure below:

STADIUM DEVELOPMENT – PROGRESS UPDATE – NOVEMBER 2025

The Club has set out a clear plan to transform the Showgrounds into a UEFA Category 3 compliant venue, the second highest standard under UEFA guidelines. The project will deliver an all-seated capacity of 6,035 together with a comprehensive modernisation of facilities, with construction planned to conclude by September 2028 in time to celebrate the Club’s centenary. The current scope and timeline are detailed below.

The proposals set out a comprehensive upgrade of the spectator experience. A new main entrance plaza is planned, together with new turnstiles and a dedicated fan zone. Improved pedestrian access and new spectator turnstiles will streamline movement on matchdays and enhance safety. Inside the stadium, a new South (Churchill) Stand and a new East (Jinks Avenue) Stand are proposed. The North (Railway End) and West (Treacy Avenue) Stands will receive lesser upgrades so that the whole ground benefits from the redevelopment. Provision for visiting supporters will be strengthened with new visiting supporter turnstiles and a separate fan zone, reinforcing the commitment to a welcoming and well managed matchday for all.

Player, official and media operations will be upgraded significantly. New Players and Officials changing areas will be delivered alongside new medical and anti-doping rooms. Media facilities will be expanded to contemporary standards, with broadcast stations, reporter and photographer seating and working areas, a TV studio, press conference and interview areas, and 10 camera positions throughout the stadium. These measures are designed to support high quality coverage and a professional working environment at every fixture.

On the field, a new grass based, hybrid pitch to international standards will be installed. The design accommodates other sports, especially rugby, and will also support important junior and youth games, ATU and Secondary Schools matches, Sligo RFC, and local and regional community games soccer finals. Replacement and upgrading of floodlighting to UEFA infrastructure standards will improve scheduling resilience and broadcast presentation. Together, these works will broaden the use of the ground and raise the standard of play throughout the year.


Supporter amenities will be substantially improved. Enhanced spectator hospitality will include a 7 day Café, large hospitality open plan areas, Group Boxes and food concession outlets or vans. Rooms will also be available for meetings and conferences and for small parties and family events. This multi use approach opens the stadium to community and business activity beyond matchdays, allowing the venue to serve supporters and local groups throughout the week. A new Club Merchandise Shop will further strengthen the supporter experience.


Specific improvements for visiting supporters are planned in the new Jinks Avenue Stand, where new and improved seating for up to 800 will include spaces for wheelchair users and their companions. This area will have its own entrance off Church Hill and will be served by a designated hot food and beverage unit and new WCs. Additional visitor, coach and outside broadcast vehicle parking is also included. The emphasis on access, comfort and clear segregation underlines a careful approach to safety and the matchday experience.


Along Churchill, a new income generating Pavilion Building will be available for long term office lease. Within this building, a new Club Museum will house the Heritage Group’s treasure of club memorabilia and celebrate 100 years of rich heritage. The combination of office space and a museum presence provides a focal point for supporters and the wider community, while creating opportunities for activity on non matchdays.


Current work is focused on detailed design and statutory approvals. The Design Team comprising the Architect, Structural Engineers, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, and Fire Safety and Health and Safety consultants is preparing detailed design specifications and drawings, with the current plan for detailed design to be complete by February 2026. Fire Safety Certificate and Disabled Access Certificate applications for the new stadium have been submitted. A planning application for the new main spectator entrance plaza to the stadium off Churchill and for the new Pavilion Building will be submitted imminently. The methodical sequencing of design and approvals is intended to keep the programme on track.


Funding and governance are progressing positively. The Club is finalising discussions with the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport on its Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF) grant award and hopes to proceed to the legal stage shortly. Favourable tax status for donations has been secured, and a capital fundraising campaign is being launched to meet the balance of EUR 750,000 of the matching funding condition to secure the LSSIF award. Operational planning is also under way. Preliminary discussions have been held with the FAI regarding interim arrangements while the new stadium is being constructed, covering stadium capacity, including capacity for visiting supporters, spectator access, security and health and safety. The Club is liaising with the Heritage Group on the detailed design of the new Museum. Taken together, these strands show preparation on finance, operations and heritage in parallel with design.


The next steps are clearly defined. By March 2026, the Club expects to have agreed the legal documents with the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport for the LSSIF grant award. In March 2026, the Club will submit the final design and updated cost plan to the Department requesting approval to proceed to tender. By April 2026, the Club expects to be authorised to proceed to tender, a phase likely to take five months. In September 2026, the Club expects to be in a position to submit a tender recommendation to the Department requesting approval to appoint a main contractor for the project. By October or November 2026, the Club expects to be authorised to proceed to construction. 


Matchday continuity has been planned carefully. Once Department approval is received to proceed to construction, the Club will engage with the main contractor to ensure that the existing facilities at the Showgrounds can operate to the maximum extent possible while building works are being carried out. Construction is expected to start in November 2026 and is planned to be completed by September 2028. It is expected that there will be no interruption for the Club’s home fixtures during the 2026 season. For the 2027 season, home fixtures will be played at the Showgrounds with a reduced spectator capacity of around 3,200, with only the Treacy Avenue and Railway End stands remaining open. This reduced capacity will also have to accommodate a reduced visiting supporter capacity. In Spring 2028, the new pitch will be installed. During this period, expected to be March to June 2028, there will be no football played in the Showgrounds and the Club will make alternative arrangements, with further details to follow. By September 2028, all new facilities in the stadium will be complete and our new era will begin.

Internship Opportunity | Sligo Rovers Academy 

Sligo Rovers Academy – Performance Internship Programme 2026

Sligo Rovers Academy is now inviting applications for its 2026 Performance Internship Programme, offering students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a professional football environment.

The programme runs from January to October 2026 and supports the development of players across our U14 to U20 squads. Interns will work part-time with flexible hours to accommodate training and match schedules, and will collaborate closely with the Academy Head of Performance and wider multidisciplinary staff.

Available Internship Roles

Strength & Conditioning Coach
Assist in designing and delivering gym and field-based training programmes, conduct player testing and monitoring, and work with staff to support physical development and injury prevention. 

Internship Opportunity S&C CoachDownload

Sports Nutritionist
Support players by delivering nutrition education, guidance on fuelling and recovery, and helping to build positive long-term habits. Develop practical nutrition resources and liaise with performance staff to align strategies with player needs.

Internship Opportunity Sports NutritionistDownload

Video Analyst
Film, code, and analyse training sessions and matches. Produce reports and video feedback for coaches and players, assist in opposition analysis, and help maintain the academy’s video database.

Internship Opportunity Video AnalystDownload

Athletic Therapist / Physiotherapist
Work pitch-side and in treatment settings to assist with injury assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play planning. Contribute to injury prevention strategies and support daily player care. 

Internship Opportunity Athletic TherapistDownload

What You Will Gain

  • Practical experience in a professional football academy
  • Mentorship from experienced sport science, medical, and coaching staff
  • Opportunities to apply academic knowledge in real-world settings
  • Experience supporting the development of youth athletes progressing toward senior football
  • A collaborative environment focused on learning, growth, and high performance

Ideal Candidates

  • Currently studying or recently graduated in:
    • Sports Science / Strength & Conditioning
    • Athletic Therapy / Physiotherapy
    • Sports Nutrition or Dietetics
    • Performance Analysis or Coaching
  • Strong communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
  • CPR/First Aid certification and Garda vetting (or willingness to obtain)

How to Apply

Send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your preferred role(s) and motivation to:

📧 benhouston959@gmail.com
🗓️ Deadline: 12th December 2025

Join Us 

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience, learn from professionals, and contribute to the continued growth and success of one of Ireland’s leading football academies. 

Sligo Rovers extend Ollie Denham’s contract to end of 2026

Sligo Rovers are delighted to confirm that fans’ favourite Ollie Denham has extended his current deal to the end of the 2026 season.  

Heading into what will be his third year with the club, Ollie finished 2025 on a high when he scored his first goal for Rovers in that pivotal win at Tallaght Stadium last Saturday. 

The 23-year-old’s signature brings to 13 the total number of first team players contracted at the Showgrounds for next year. 

Centre-half Denham initially joined the Bit O’Red on loan from Cardiff City ahead of the 2024 season, before making the move permanent last summer. 

The former Manchester United youth has made 61 appearances for the club to date, with that single goal against the Hoops coming at a critical time.

“It was a great feeling and especially in such a big game”, Denham tells sligorovers.com. 

“Goal-scoring is certainly something I want to add to my game. Once you’ve done it, you want a taste of that feeling again and again.”

Reflecting on 2025, Ollie has somewhat mixed feelings given he missed a portion of the season with a sports hernia. However, this has made him even more hungry to progress both personally and with the team in 2026. 

“Last season didn’t go to plan”, he says. 

“I suffered from an injury right from the start and it eventually led to me being out for a few months. Thankfully I’m recovered now. It was very frustrating but that’s part of football. For me, it was about remaining positive and being as fit as I could be to help me through. I’ll be using this off-season to strengthen myself and give myself the best chance of hitting 2026 in the best condition I can. 

“For the team, we certainly should not have been involved in a relegation battle. We have some great players in this squad, a great management team and an amazing fan base. I know the lads feel the same, we should have finished much higher than we did. 2026 is about putting this all right.”

On his decision to extend his deal into the next twelve months, the Englishman says he’s taken aback in the last two years, by the dedication of the Red Army and by how the club is so embedded in the sporting culture of the north west. 

“I’m really pleased to get the deal over the line and be here for another season”, he continues. 

“I’m very happy here in Sligo and have been since day one. I feel we can build something really strong here both as a team and as a club.

“I have really begun to understand and appreciate the importance of Rovers being a community club and being run by the supporters. The time and effort our volunteers spend working and giving to the club is phenomenal. From fund-raising to travelling with us and helping out with match-day, the players see it and it’s unbelievable. There’s no club like us. 

“It really focuses the players’ minds on giving everything both in training and match day. You’re striving to match the effort the fans put in.”

Ollie is also quick to note the input of his manager in his own development and in his reason to commit to the Bit O’Red. 

“I’ve definitely grown both as a player and a person compared to when I arrived here. I want to keep progressing under John and help the club to keep progressing.

“John was a massive reason I joined here and was huge in my decision to stay here. He trusts me and I love playing under his style. I enjoy how he pushes all of us so much and how he gives balanced feedback to us. He’s highly focused on how he can make each player better and that’s massive for us.” 

Outlining Denham’s importance to his plans, Russell says securing the Blackpool native’s future was top of his post-season list. 

“Ollie is one of the best defenders in the country so we’re delighted he’s staying on”, Russell tells sligorovers.com. 

“His signature was always a priority for us. This move shows how ambitious we are as a club moving forward. 

“He’s a player of immense quality even at 23 and will only get better and better. People forget how young he is. He reads the game so well and brings a calmness to the pitch and to his team mates. He’s just an all-round brilliant defender and we’re excited to see how much further he can progress with us.”  

Denham joins Sam Sargeant, Paddy McClean, Gareth McElroy, Conor Reynolds, Sean Stewart, Owen Elding, Cian Kavanagh, Archie Meekison, Will Fitzgerald, Seb Quirk, Kyle McDonagh and Jad Hakiki on the list of players under deals at the Showgrounds ahead of 2026.

David Goulden  

Russell makes Meekison his first new signing for 2026

Sligo Rovers boss John Russell has moved quickly in making his first new signing ahead of the 2026 season with the acquisition of midfielder Archie Meekison, the club are thrilled to confirm.  

News of the arrival of the 23-year-old arrives just days after Rovers secured Premier Division football for next year, following a decisive win over champions Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght Stadium. 

The Scot will officially link up with Rovers on December 1st having signed a pre-contract, just a few weeks ahead of pre-season training at the Showgrounds. 

A native of Edinburgh, Meekison honed his skills at Fife’s Kennoway United before moving to Dundee United at just six. He signed his first pro-deal in 2019 before spending time on loan at Cove Rangers, Spartans and Falkirk. He made his first team debut for Dundee at 18 in April 2021, scoring his first senior goal for the club just a few weeks later. 

After a 16 year stint with United, Meekison departed home in the summer of 2024 when he joined Bohs. He went on to make 29 league and two cup appearances for Alan Reynolds’ side, netting four times for the Dalymount outfit. 

His signature brings to 12, the number of players contracted for 2026.   

“There was interest from Rovers last year but I wanted to try and prove myself at Bohs”, Archie reveals. 

“But since this summer, myself, my agent and John have all kept in touch and I really appreciated how much John wanted to sign me. It’s always great to be wanted.

“When I had to make a decision as to where I was going in 2026, Sligo was always the answer.

“John seems confident and assured of how he wants his teams to play. He wants pace and excitement and I love that.” 

Meekison made his Bohs debut against Rovers in a two goal win for the Bit O’Red at Dalymount in July 2024, as a second half substitute. Almost 18 months in Irish football, he says he’s enjoying the fare so far. 

“It’s really high paced, intense and frantic at times. It’s very unpredictable. The fact that any team can beat any adds to it. It’s great for a player like me to be the difference maker. I’ve only been here a year and a half and have only lived in Dublin but Sligo seems more community focused and calmer. I hope to create really good relationships here with both fans and my team mates.” 

Talking about where he feels he can make the biggest impact on the pitch, Meekison says he’s at Rovers to bring goals and create chances for others.

“I’m at my best in the middle, picking up the ball in tight spaces and going at defenders with pace. I can also play off the wing too but I’m happy to go wherever I’m asked. I want to bring goals and assists and excite everyone.” 

When it comes to his ambition for 2026, Archie keeps it simple.

“I think our goal should be to win something! I think it’s important we get back to playing in Europe so targeting a European place would be the minimum expectation for me.” 

Speaking to sligorovers.com regarding his first new signing, Rovers boss Russell believes he’s secured the services of an extremely exciting talent. 

“Archie arrives here at the perfect time in his career”, Russell says. 

“He was excellent for Bohs when he got the chance but he probably didn’t get enough game time there to show his true potential. We believe the Showgrounds is the place where that potential is realised.

“He’s a creative player who I think will fit in well here. We require the type of player who can make things happen in the last third and Archie has the attributes we’re looking for to score goals and provide assists. 

“I’m delighted he’s decided to choose Sligo Rovers and we’re looking forward to working with him when we return for pre-season.” 

David Goulden 

Our Club. Our History. Your 2026 Season Ticket.

The 2025 season had it all: excitement, emotion, and a finish that will live long in the memory. After months of challenge and drama, Sligo Rovers showed true character, securing safety on the final day. It was a reminder of what makes this club unique – the passion, belief, and loyalty of everyone connected to the Bit O’ Red.

Now the focus turns to 2026. A new season, a fresh start, and another chance to push forward together.

Why Choose a 2026 Season Ticket

Stand With Rovers: Every Season Ticket directly supports the team’s preparation for 2026. Your commitment helps the club plan, strengthen, and continue building both on and off the pitch.

Simple, Fair Pricing for 2026 (Men’s Team)

Adult: €300
OAP: €220
Third Level Student: €220
Second Level Student: €180
Super Reds: €100
Family Bundle A (1 Adults + 2 Children): €450
Family Bundle B (2 Adult + 2 Children): €720

Women’s Team Season Ticket

€50 standalone
€25 add-on for existing Men’s Season Ticket holders

Early Access and Matchday Benefits

  • Priority access to high-demand fixtures including friendlies and cup ties
  • Direct support for club operations during the off-season
  • Priority access if capacity is reduced during stadium redevelopment in the 2027 season

Gold Season Ticket – Your Seat, Your Space

For supporters seeking added comfort, the Gold Season Ticket (€70 add-on) guarantees your chosen seat for every home League match. Make the Showgrounds your own every weekend.

A Club That Belongs to Its Community

Sligo Rovers is more than a football club. Every Season Ticket helps sustain projects that keep the club connected to its roots in the North West:

  • Academy: Developing local talent and future stars
  • DS Futsal Team: Promoting inclusion and opportunity
  • Walking Football: Keeping older adults active and involved
  • Rovers Integration Team: Bringing communities together through football

Where to Buy

Available online and from:

Showgrounds Megastore: Monday to Saturday, 11am–5pm

Barton Smiths, Sligo
Lavin’s Menswear, Ballymote
Collery’s Shop, Beltra
Jerry Kenny Sport, Ballina
John Lowe, Carrick-on-Shannon
Kelly Centra, Gurteen

Supporting the Club Beyond the Season Ticket

500 Club

  • Membership from €20 per month (€240 annually)
  • Monthly prize draws including €500 for the top winner
  • Over €2 million raised since 2003 and reinvested directly into the club

Club Lotto

  • Weekly draws every Monday night
  • Cash prizes up to €30,000 plus runner-up rewards

Annual Voluntary Donation
A €100 voluntary donation helps sustain the club and fund community programmes during the off-season.

Every ticket, every draw, every contribution keeps Sligo Rovers strong.
Our club. Our history. Our future.

Buy your 2026 Season Ticket here: (Link)

Sligo Rovers Confirm Appointment of Shane Crossan as New General Manager

Sligo Rovers confirm the appointment of Shane Crossan as the club’s new General Manager.

Crossan has held several key roles within the organisation in recent years, including Media and Marketing Officer and, most recently, Head of Operations. His appointment represents a natural progression and acknowledges his significant contribution to the club’s ongoing development.

This appointment coincides with Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Feakins, who will leave his position following a planned transition in the coming months. During his tenure, Feakins placed a strong emphasis on enhancing the club’s commercial performance, expanding sponsorship and partnership opportunities, and supporting the growth of the club’s business activities. The club extends its sincere thanks to him for his professionalism, commitment, and valued contribution.

The appointment of Crossan marks an important step in Sligo Rovers’ continued evolution. His leadership and experience will ensure strong continuity across the club’s day-to-day operations, while the ongoing recruitment of a Commercial Manager will focus on driving sponsorship and partnership growth as part of the club’s wider development plans.

Sligo Rovers now turn their focus to preparations for the upcoming season, approaching the future with confidence and ambition as the club continues to grow and strengthen on and off the pitch

Premier Division safety assured as Rovers overcome champions at Tallaght Stadium

Sligo Rovers picked up a first win against Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght Stadium in nine attempts as a wonderful performance from the Bit O’Red saw the visitors pick up the points required to avoid the relegation play-off spot. 

Ollie Denham’s first goal for the club could not have arrived at a more important time as his header from a deflected Ryan O’Kane shot flew past stand-in Hoops goalkeeper Lee Steacy. 

Owen Elding’s 53rd minute penalty was followed by a consolation goal from Shams’ full back Adam Matthews, but Rovers held on to secure their most vital three points of the season. 

The result means Rovers finish the season in a hugely respectable seventh spot, having picked up 29 points from 18 games played after the mid-season break. 

Facing the newly-crowned champions, Rovers were forced into a late change at left full, with prospect Kyle McDonagh replacing Sean Stewart in the starting eleven after the Belfast man sustained a knock in the warm up. 

Indeed, Rovers were disrupted by injury again on the quarter and half hour when midfield pair James McManus and Seb Quirk were withdrawn through knocks. 

Despite this, Sligo went at their hosts, as promised by manager John Russell in his pre-match comments. 

Goal-scorer Denham tested Steacy early on with a speculative effort from 30 yards after Shams failed to clear a short corner. Will Fitzgerald, one of Rovers’ most consistent players this term and leading by example again on Saturday, delivered a sumptuous ball on to the head of O’Kane on 13 minutes. But the on loan winger could only nod straight into the arms of the grateful Steacy as Rovers continued to carve open the champions. 

The deserved lead arrived on 38 minutes when O’Kane’s attempt at goal looped into the air courtesy of a touch off a defender. Denham was quickest off the mark to rise and head the wayward ball beyond Stacey for his first goal for the club.

Jad Hakiki enjoyed another stellar showing in red and along with Fitzgerald was involved in Rovers’ second when they combined to send O’Kane into the Shamrock penalty area. O’Kane’s run abruptly brought to an end when Lee Grace stepped across the Dubliner’s path, resulting in referee Rob Hennessy awarding the spot kick which Elding dispatched. 

Again buoyed and backed by a huge travelling support, Rovers were pinned back for a short time after Stephen Bradley emptied his bench, introducing experience in the shape of Dylan Watts, Matt Healy and Roberto Lopes around the same time as the Dubliners halved Rovers’ lead. 

Full back Matthews blasting an impressive drive from distance off Sam Sargeant’s post and beyond the Rovers net-minder on 62. 

Sargeant had to be on his game for the final half hour and pulled off a wonderful acrobatic stop on 68 minutes when Matt Healy’s cushioned effort looked like it might sail over the Englishman. 

Well marshalled by a well organised Rovers back line, Shams could only come up with half-chances as a disciplined Rovers held on for a season defining result. 

The final result of the season sees Rovers finish on 41 points in seventh, while Waterford head into the promotion/relegation play-off. Cork City are relegated.

Shamrock Rovers: Lee Steacy, Adam Matthews (Roberto Lopes, 64), Lee Grace, Egor Vssenin; Sean Kavanagh (Dylan Watts, 64), Darragh Nugent, Trevor Clarke, Cian Barrett, Aaron McEneff (Matt Healy, 64); Graham Burke (Danny Grant, 77), John McGovern (Michael Noonan, 86).

Sligo Rovers: Sam Sargeant; Edwin Agbaje (Conor Reynolds, 71), Ollie Denham, Patrick McClean, Kyle McDonagh; Seb Quirk (Daire Patton, 31), James McManus (Ciaron Harkin, 16); Will Fitzgerald, Jad Hakiki, Ryan O’Kane (Cian Kavanagh, 71); Owen Elding.

Referee: Rob Hennessy.

David Goulden

Teams news: Shamrock Rovers, Tallaght Stadium, Saturday November 1st

Sligo Rovers travel to Tallaght Stadium this Saturday to face Shamrock Rovers for what is our final league game of the season. Kick off is 4.30pm as Rovers look to pick up a result which would steer us clear of the relegation play-off. 

Rovers currently sit in eighth level on 38 points with both Galway United and Waterford with a draw likely to be enough to avoid ninth spot. While a win would guarantee Rovers a 21st consecutive season in the Premier Division. 

Rovers haven’t beaten Stephen Bradley’s side in Dublin in eight attempts, a run which stretches back to 2021. 

However, the Bit O’Red have enjoyed victories over the Hoops at home in that time, including a win over the newly crowned champions back in March, while the teams played out a draw in Sligo in July.  

In team news, as of Friday evening, Rovers are likely to be without striker Cian Kavanagh through injury, while midfielder Matty Wolfe faces a late fitness test. 

Previewing the game, Rovers boss John Russell acknowledges that although so much is at stake on this final weekend, the players cannot wait to get going on Whitestown Way on Saturday afternoon.  

“We know a win this weekend confirms our safety so we know what we need to do and the players have worked hard all week on what we’ve instructed”, Russell affirmed. 

“The players and staff have worked extremely hard all year. Since the mid-season break, we’ve been on a great run and we want to finish with a top performance against the league champions. 

“We know it’s a tough test but we all have huge belief in our group of players and I know our fans do too given the numbers that follow us away from the Showgrounds each fortnight. When you look at our squad, we’ve got some of the most exciting young talents in the league who are getting better and better with each game. 

“I know the players are relishing the challenge this weekend. It’s a big game for us and they all want to be involved in these big games.  

Acknowledging the vociferous following Rovers have enjoyed all over the country in 2025, Russell again calls on Rovers fans to get behind the team for one final push in Dublin.  

“We’re expecting a big travelling support on the day. Our supporters have been amazing all season and we will need them again on Saturday”, he says. 

David Goulden

Sligo Rovers Celebrate Academy and Senior Player Awards 2025

Sligo Rovers FC proudly recognises the outstanding achievements of our academy and senior players during the 2025 season. Their dedication, talent, and teamwork have been rewarded with well-deserved honours

Academy Players of the Year

Senan Keane – U14s Men’s Player of the Year, voted by teammates

Scott Williams – U15s Men’s Player of the Year, voted by teammates

Oisin Choo – U17s Men’s Player of the Year, voted by teammates

Thomas Morley – U20s Men’s Player of the Year, voted by teammates

Ellen Gilmartin – U17s Women’s Player of the Year, voted by teammates

Julia Gawalkiewicz – U19s Women’s Player of the Year, voted by teammates

Senior Players Honoured

Bonnie McKiernan – Sligo Rovers Player of the Year 2025

Owen Elding – Mark Brindley Player of the Year 2025

Anna McDaniel – Sligo Rovers Young Player of the Year 2025

Gareth McElroy – Sligo Rovers Young Player of the Year 2025

Thank You to BORST

We extend our gratitude to BORST for their commitment throughout the year. Their organisation of the awards event ensured a smooth and memorable evening, celebrating the achievements of all players at Sligo Rovers FC