Countdown on for the final of this year’s Tyrone Rose competition

The countdown is on to find the 2025 Tyrone Rose.

The final of the competition will be held Canavans in Garvaghey on Sunday night and the winner will go through to the next stage of the competition, with the ultimate goal being to represent Tyrone in the world-famous Rose of Tralee final in August.

The 11 women in the Tyrone final are drawn from across the county.

Below are details put together by the competition organisers on each of the contestants.

Alice Donaghy

Alice is a creative soul with a heart full of music, culture, and community spirit. A newly qualified teacher, Alice is now guiding little learners in the Nursery Unit of St. Anthony’s Primary School in Craigavon—where her energy, warmth, and love for children shine every day.

With diplomas in singing and speech & drama, Alice also performs at weddings and special occasions, continuing a family legacy inspired by her granny, the renowned traditional singer Eileen Donaghy. A true artist at heart, she creates portraits from fabric, sings at the piano, and is learning Irish and guitar (with the harp next on the list!).

Deeply rooted in An Mhaigh Tír na nÓg GAA, Alice is the club’s cultural officer and a proud member of a family steeped in history, kindness, and creativity. Whether she’s belting out a ballad, or teaching her wee class, Alice brings joy, humour, and heart to everything she does.

Orla Hamill

From the music-filled streets of Ballygawley to the final year of her teaching degree at Stranmillis, Orla is a shining example of kindness, talent, and resilience. A gifted singer and passionate music tutor, Orla performs at weddings and community events, teaches young voices, and fills her chapel with song through her beloved parish choir.

Family means everything to Orla—she even took a year out of university to care for her grandmother, who once cared for her. That full-circle moment has shaped her gentle outlook on life and deepened her appreciation for the power of connection and compassion.

From Scór stages with Errigal Ciaran to Nashville with the Omagh Community Youth Choir, Orla has carried her love for music far and wide. And when she’s not singing? You’ll find her walking her little dog Charlie, supporting her talented GAA family, or dreaming of recording in a studio one day.

With a heart for others, a voice that uplifts, and a joy that’s utterly infectious, Orla believes in celebrating everyone’s gifts—big or small.

Lauren McCrory

From the heart of Galbally, Co. Tyrone, Lauren McCrory brings passion, purpose, and authenticity to everything she does. Lauren is a vocal coach running her own vocal school and facilitates as a Musical Director for Youth Theatre School Stagestars.

Lauren’s journey with country music began early and most recently she took to the stage as Grace Gifford in the touring production Blood Upon the Rose, performing in iconic venues including the Grand Opera House.

Proud of her close-knit family, her Special Olympics–volunteering parents, and her talented twin brothers, Lauren is deeply rooted in community. She’s a dreamer with her feet on the ground—grounded, generous, and always ready to lift others with her voice and her heart.

Orlaith McElduff

From the hills of Carrickmore to the fields of Granagh Farms, Orlaith is a proud Tyrone woman balancing farm life, motherhood, and community spirit. Alongside her husband, she helps run a busy dairy and poultry farm—milking cows, packing eggs, and documenting it all on social media under Action Agri, a heartfelt project she’s building for her two children, Conor and Rosie, to look back on.

Orlaith has a background in mental health nursing and still dreams of returning to that path. She’s also a passionate mental health advocate, volunteering with organisations like AWARE NI and Zest, and was awarded the Millennium Volunteer Award for 200 hours of service. Her commitment to breaking down stigma and starting conversations about mental health is personal, powerful, and ongoing.

Whether she’s behind the wheel of a tractor or speaking up for wellbeing in her community, Orlaith brings warmth, strength, and sincerity to everything she does. She’s proof that you can find your power in muddy boots, kind words, and staying true to who you are.

Kayleigh McCarron

Splitting her time between the green fields of Clogher and the busy buzz of Belfast, Kayleigh is a second-year Communication, Management & PR student at Ulster University—and she’s already making waves! From content creation to club communications, she’s recently taken on the role of PRO for Clogher Éire Ógs, proudly supporting her club (even if there’s no girls’ team—yet!).

Kayleigh works part-time in Dylan Oaks jewellery store while juggling her studies, long walks in Ormeau Park, and weekend escapes back to the countryside she calls home. A big believer in wellness and mindset, she’s passionate about journaling, meditation, and creating meaningful connections—online and off.

With a creative eye, a kind heart, and a love for cooking, baking, jiving, and GAA, Kayleigh lives life with a big smile and even bigger dreams.

Cara McGillion

From Killyclogher and Omagh to stages across Ireland, Cara is a vocal coach, singer-songwriter, boxing coach, and proud ambassador for her community. A graduate in Drama with a background in Musical Theatre, Cara now teaches vocals, performs in the Irish Country Music scene, and uses music to uplift, heal, and connect—most recently through her powerful track “Shadows”, which earned her the Contribution to Music Award at the 2024 Mighty Women Awards.

Cara’s passions run deep—from championing women in boxing, to advocating for Endometriosis awareness, and supporting others through music therapy. Whether she’s coaching young singers, volunteering in her local boxing club, or singing the Irish National Anthem at home and abroad, she carries her roots with pride and purpose.

Grounded by the love of her community, inspired by her parents’ tireless dedication to youth work and healing, and driven by her own lived experience.

Aimee Milliken

A proud Clogher woman through and through, Aimee is currently training to become a qualified SEN classroom assistant, with big dreams of one day stepping into her own classroom as a primary school teacher. She’s already making a difference during her placement at St. Macartan’s Primary, where she supports pupils one-to-one and in small groups—helping them grow in confidence every day.

From CrossFit and reformer Pilates to paddleboarding along the coast, Aimee believes in looking after both mind and body.

Whether she’s working in the classroom, spending time in nature, or simply making someone’s day a little brighter, Aimee brings empathy, positivity, and a calm, steady energy to everything she does.

Cloideach Donaghy

Born and raised in the Tyrone countryside, Cloideach is the very definition of passion, power, and positivity! A PE teacher at St Kevin’s College, she brings energy and empathy to every lesson—whether she’s coaching students through sport, supporting SEN learners, or leading youth club nights in her community.

Off the clock, you’ll find her in the gym, out on the rugby pitch with Clogher Valley RFC, or planning the next coffee date with her friends. A proud Errigal Ciaran GAA player with Ulster titles under her belt and an All-Ireland medal from school days, Cloideach lives and breathes team spirit.

From barista training to milk sampling (yes, really!), this girl has done it all—always with a smile and fluffy pyjamas on standby. Her dream? To one day wear the Ulster jersey and take her family on holiday together.

Katie-Rois McCann

Katie-Rois is a proud Ballygawley native with a heart for people and a passion for purpose. A full-time medical student at Queen’s University Belfast and part-time healthcare assistant, she brings care and compassion to every corner of her life—from hospital wards to her local GAA club, Errigal Ciarán.

Head Girl of St Ciaran’s College and now trained in Makaton, her dedication to inclusivity and community shines through. She’s spent summers volunteering at Dromantine Camp with Friends of Africa, supported children with additional needs at Arvalee School, and even taken the stage at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, speaking in front of global companies!

Whether she’s baking, running or spending time with her dog Millie, Katie-Rois brings warmth, kindness, and quiet strength to all she does. Her dream? To become a doctor who makes a real difference.

Clara Deehan

Clara is a proud country girl from between Eglish and the Moy with a heart full of ambition and a TikTok following to match (18k and counting!). A Queen’s University Law graduate now studying a Master’s in International Business, she balances student life with shifts at Tesco, where she’s been a friendly face on the customer service desk for over five years.

She’s also a passionate content creator, horse rider, and marathon runner-in-training—currently prepping for the Belfast City Marathon in aid of Marie Curie and Macmillan. Clara recently set up her own local running club, encouraging others to experience the mental and physical benefits of movement.

Whether she’s filming daily vlogs, working with Irish brands, or reciting poetry in English and Irish, Clara brings energy, warmth, and authenticity to everything she does.

Maria Teague

Representing the proud parish of Ardboe, Maria Teague brings heart, passion and community spirit to the Tyrone Rose Selection! A dedicated English teacher at Holy Trinity College in Cookstown with a commitment to generating a love for literature amongst her students, she’s not only inspiring the next generation of readers—she’s also a proud FitMiss member, hails from a family of GAA enthusiasts, and is a champion of women’s empowerment.

From cheering in the stands to helping to host events and modelling on billboards for Local Women Magazine, alongside modelling for local boutiques within County Tyrone, Maria’s energy knows no bounds. She’s even lacing up her boots for a half marathon hike in support of Macmillan Cancer Support this June!

Fuelled by her love for her local and wider community, and in honour of her cousin Aideen, Maria enters this journey with kindness, courage, and a heart full of purpose.