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Carrickmore GAA pay tribute to ‘one off’ Eleanor Fox

  • 3 January 2025
Carrickmore GAA pay tribute to ‘one off’ Eleanor Fox
The late Eleanor Fox
We Are TyroneBy We Are Tyrone - 3 January 2025
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CARRICKMORE Naomh Columcille have paid a glowing tribute following the untimely passing of Eleanor Fox, a devoted club stalwart who will be remembered for her many achievements both on-and-off the pitch.

Eleanor was a multiple championship winner with Carrickmore in her playing days before serving as coach, assistant treasurer, committee member and Tyrone LGFA club delegate.

She also proudly served as treasurer of Tyrone LGFA, representing her beloved home club with dedication and integrity.

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In an official statement, her club said she will be remembered “not only for her achievements but for the lasting loyal friendships she formed. Her former teammates and friends will always treasure memories of her wearing the green, white and gold jersey with pride and passion.”

Eleanor’s former teammate Eilish Gormley also expressed her immense sadness at the news of her passing in a poignant message on Carrickmore Naomh Columcille’s Facebook channel.

“Eleanor Fox was a one off. She was incredibly committed to our club and county, and wasn’t one for missing training. A brilliant defender who won multiple championship titles at U16, U18 and Senior. I knew all about it trying to mark her in training. She would not give in. Ever.
“When Eleanor returned from the USA, she had a spell on the bench, but despite that she continued to be a brilliant teammate, encouraging those starting and never sapping energy from them. That takes a special kind of person. There was no ego with Eleanor.
“As Tyrone LGFA Treasurer, you could guarantee her bookkeeping would be top drawer. Every penny was accounted for. She did a sterling job. She was so good at minding the money, she also held the kitty on nights out!
“As a coach, she mentored many of our young players, and also those young players in New York where she lived for 5 years.
“As county board delegate, Eleanor was a diligent, honest broker. Never in it for herself. She stepped up to Treasurer there and did a sterling job. She ferried young players from our club to county training. Again, facilitating them with the opportunity to improve.
“Above all, she was just as solid as ‘the big rock’.
“I am truly privileged to have been her team mate and friend.”

 

 

 

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