Former Galway hurler David Collins elected as GPA President
Former Galway hurler David Collins has been elected the new President of the GPA.
He replaces Dermot Earley, who was appointed as Chief Executive of the players' body last month.
Galway's David Collins @DavidCollins27 has been elected as new President of the GPA! Click here to find out more https://t.co/ZnF0LoPj8A pic.twitter.com/E4AW5Trk7z
— GPA (@gaelicplayers) March 9, 2017
Collins has been a member of the GPA Executive Committee since 2011, serving as Secretary for 2 years.
“To have been chosen as GPA President is an absolute honor and a great privilege for both myself and my family,” David Collins said. “I have always been passionate about our players’ welfare and the relentless work that the GPA is undertaking to better the lives of each and every member.
“Having been involved as player rep since 2005 and at the Executive level since 2011, I am delighted to be able to continue my involvement with the GPA in this new capacity as President.”
