Two young members from Deele Community Anglers were presented with Certificates of Recognition by the Cathaoirleach of the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District, Cllr. Gerry Crawford and members of the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District in the County House, Lifford on the 7th of June.
Fintan Kilpatrick (Convoy) and Zack Barnett (Porthall) will represent the Irish Trout Fly Fishing Association and the Trout Anglers Federation of Ireland respectively this summer on the world Youth Irish International teams.
Zack Barnett and Fintan Kilpatrick presented with Certificates of Recognition by Cathaoirleach of the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District, Cllr. Gerry Crawford and Members of the Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District
The Cathaoirleach, together with the elected members all joined in congratulating the two boys on their achievement, adding: “It was a very proud day for the two youths and their families and a significant honour for them to represent the county in their chosen sport.”
Fintan and Zack will head off to their respective camps in July, with Fintan travelling to Westmeath and Zack travelling to the Italian Alps.
Zack Barnett and family attending presentation in County House, Lifford
Fintan Kilpatrick and family attending presentation in County House, Lifford
Damien Devine, on behalf of the Deele Community Anglers, said: “These two young lads will not only carry the flag in terms of country representation, but they will also carry the hopes of Donegal, and act as pioneers of bringing more young Donegal Anglers to the national stage in the years to come.”
Zack Barnett and Fintan Kilpatrick pictured with Damien Devine from Deele Community Anglers
He also added that new members are always welcome to join.
