Halifax generously doubled their fund for the Fair Play awards in 2008 to a most impressive €30,000 to include a football and hurling winner. The awards were presented to Clare hurler and charity activist Tony Griffin, and Fermanagh footballer Marty McGrath, whose courage in the face of adversity last year was inspirational. Both players received €15,000 towards their mortgage repayments.

The Halifax GPA Fair Play Award scheme rewards players who have set an example as role models through their positive behaviour and attitude both on and off the pitch.

Winners are selected by an expert GAA panel including Cathal O'Torna, GPA National Secretary, former Cork hurling manager Donal O'Grady, GAA statistician Gerry McDermott, Kerry manager Jack O'Connor, referee Pat McEnaney, journalists Kevin Nolan and Tom Humphries along with the GPA's Dessie Farrell.

In addition to the extended Fair Play Awards for players, Halifax and the GPA also launched another awards programme which acknowledges the contribution of individuals to their clubs. Details of the winner of this new award will be announced later this month.

View the full GPA Activity Review for 2008 Here

GPA TV: Fair Play Awards 2008

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