TREATY United FC has announced the formation of a community team, whose aim is to bring the club closer to schools, grassroots organisations, families and supporters.
The team are led by Marion McGuane and Shane Ryan.
“It is there to strengthen the relationship between the club and the people of Limerick by using football as a powerful platform to bring people together, inspire young people and support the wider community,” read a Treaty statement.
The club’s school engagement programme will see players and coaches visit classrooms across the region, promoting healthy lifestyles, teamwork, and the importance of education.
These visits will help young people connect with the club and see local players as positive role models within their community.
Upcoming visits are listed for Knockainey, Patrickswell, St Mary’s Limerick, Ardagh, Castleconnell and Our Lady Queen of Peace, Roxboro.
Throughout the year, Treaty will also deliver football camps and coaching clinics, including ones around Easter at Adare Manor Fields and TUS Moylish.
Speaking about the initiative, Ian McMahon, managing director at Treaty United, said the new team reflect the club’s ambition to ensure football remains a positive force within the community.
“At its heart, Treaty United is a club built by its community, and the community department is about giving back to that community while creating opportunities for young people and families to connect with the club,” he stated.