In January 2019, we lost a dear friend, clubmate, and inspirational figure in Louise “Lilo” Lynch.
Lilo was the epitome of her mantra “Live Life, Love Life”. She gave 100% to everything she was involved with; her family, her career and her club. Lilo believed if something was worth doing, it was worth doing right.
She was a warrior, our warrior, on and off the pitch and this was exemplified by her illustrious career with Club (first with Marino and then St. Vincents) and county in both Camogie and Ladies Football. Having finished playing Senior ‘A’ Camogie with the Club, Louise continued to be an integral member of St Vincents squads, playing Senior B, and Intermediate where her teammates benefitted from her immense experience. She was always happy to help with the coaching of our younger members and this ongoing contact with Camogie in the Club was a source of great joy to Louise and to those she coached.
A woman of indomitable spirit, we were looking for an apt way to honour her memory.
And so began the Louise Lynch Memorial Bursary
The Louise Lynch Bursary is a financial package aimed at helping a club mate get their start as they embark on third level education. The Bursary:
- Is for €1,000 paid in two instalments of €500.
- Is awarded to a Camogie or Ladies Football player who is entering Third level education.
- Is funded completely by friends and former team-mates of Lilo to honour her commitment to St Vincents.
- Will run for a minimum of three years (began in 2019)
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify to apply you must:
- Be a playing member of St Vincents, playing either Camogie or Ladies Football.
- Be entering Third level education for the first time at time of application.
- Not be in receipt of another third level bursary or scholarship.
Note: Members who are entering Third level as a mature student are eligible to apply.
How to apply
Application is through a simple online form which is available here
2021 Time-Table
- Closing date for applications is 9th July 2021.
- Dates for interviews with applicants will be confirmed closer to the time.
- The award will be made at an event in early to mid September.