GOAL is fortunate to be supported by some of Ireland’s best known personalities and stars from the sporting, media and literary world. GOAL Ambassadors and Campaign Champions reflect the GOAL attributes of leadership, commitment and resilience in the face of challenging circumstances and a deep commitment to equality for all.
GOAL Ambassadors
David Gillick
National athletics commentator, former international track and field athlete, and former Olympian
Ciara Mageean
Irish middle distance runner, Olympian and European Gold Medalist in the 1,500 m
Dan Sheehan
Ireland and Leinster Rugby player
Roisin Upton
Irish Field Hockey International player and Olympic silver medalist
Bernard Jackman
Former Irish International, Leinster and Connacht Rugby Player and current Irish Rugby Commentator and Analyst
Eamonn Coghlan
Three-time Irish Olympian, previous Record Holder of the World Indoor Mile and World Champion in the 5,000 m
Campaign Champions
Jack McCaffrey
Dublin Gaelic footballer
Paul Howard
Author & comedian
Jenny Murphy
Former Irish rugby international
Jamie Heaslip
Former Irish rugby international
Aaron Gillane
Limerick hurler
Sinead Aherne
Dublin Gaelic footballer
Our continued thanks to GOAL's long-standing supporters
Alan Brogan
Former Dublin Gaelic footballer
Sonia O'Sullivan
Irish Olympian
Padraig Harrington
Irish professional golfer
Sincere thanks to Shelbourne FC and Shamrock Rovers FC who supported our cause and Jersey Day and GOAL Mile fundraising campaigns during 2024
