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Dromagh National School student, Eoin Golden, Wins Silver in the National Glasnevin Shane MacThomais History Essay Competition
Eoin Golden, 5th class student at Dromagh National School has earned the Silver Prize in the 2025 Shane MacThomais History Essay Competition.
The competition invited primary school students across Ireland to explore and reflect on historical figures and events that have shaped the Irish identity. Eoin chose “The Life and Legacy of Michael Cusack – GAA Founder” as his project topic because he is passionate about the game of hurling and football and play both for Dromagh NS school and Dromtarriffe GAA club.
The GAA is a vital part of Irish culture, community and identity. It’s more than just sport—it brings people together, builds pride in the locality, and preserves an irreplaceable Irish tradition. Eoin was interested in learning more about how it began, its history, and the impact it had and has beyond the pitch. His learning journey began with a visit to the Michael Cusack Museum in Carron, Co. Clare.
In his essay, Eoin delved into Cusack’s vision for preserving and promoting Irish culture through native sports, and how this vision laid the foundation for a national movement that continues to thrive today. He eloquently traced the ripple effects of Cusack’s work, from the revival of Gaelic games to the strengthening of community spirit and national pride.
In Eoin’s own words about Michael Cusack, “From Clare to Croke Park, his legacy lives on in stadiums, schools, and clubs worldwide. The GAA remains his enduring gift to Ireland and its people”.
Eoin won a specially engraved Silver Medal, a One for All voucher and a Certificate of Participation. Well done Eoin and what a brilliant prize! Maith thú a Eoin agus duais iontach
