THE IMPACT OF THE GAA ON IRISH LIFE Investigating Croke Park stand names
The stands in Croke Park have been named after different figures of historical importance. Research the individual behind each stand name and answer the questions that follow.
HOGAN STAND
Useful Links ● ● www.gaa.ie/centenary – A repository of information about the GAA from 1913–1923 with primary source material.
● ● www.rte.ie/ archives/2015/674502-history-of- the-gaa – A brief audio clip about history of hurling, football and the GAA, and the popularity of Gaelic games from 1970.
CUSACK STAND 1. Stand
Davin Stand Hogan Stand Cusack Stand Nally Terrace
2. Name one other person that you think should have a stand named after them. Explain your answer.
●● www.YouTube.com – Search for ‘The Myth of Hill 16’ (4.20).
Who was this stand named after?
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3. Is this a good way of commemorating people? Explain your answer.
4. Name two GAA pitches (preferably local) that have been named after significant individuals. (i) (ii)
5. Suggest one other way of commemorating people of historical importance. 125