The Ulster council secretary and CEO Brian McAvoy has addressed the recent comments around Derry senior football manager Rory Gallagher.
Gallagher says claims made about him regarding domestic abuse have been "investigated and dealt with by the relevant authorities.”
Nicola Gallagher posted a message on social media in which she alleged a number of incidents of domestic abuse.
In a statement issued through a solicitor today; Rory Gallagher acknowledged the social media post and said he is leaving the matter in the hands of his legal team.
Gallagher added that he will not be making any further public comment.
In a statement initially addressing patrons attending Sunday’s Ulster final, Brian McAvoy said; "While we cannot comment or make judgement on any specific allegation or allegations, Ulster GAA does not condone any form of domestic violence”.
“We are proud to have joined with White Ribbon NI in pledging to never commit, condone or remain silent about violence against women”.
“We encourage and support anyone who has been a victim of such abuse not to suffer in silence but to avail of the statutory and voluntary support services that are available in the community."
Ulster Final
Addressing those travelling to Clones for Sunday’s Ulster final, McAvoy said; "Clones will be beaming on Sunday with a full capacity St. Tiernach’s Park hosting the showpiece game of Gaelic Football calendar in the province”.
“The GAA prides itself on being a community and family organisation and we want Sunday’s game to be a celebration of all that is good about our association and a great day for the GAA in Ulster.”
"Unfortunately, isolated actions by a very small minority of supporters at both semi-finals did nothing to enhance our status within the community and I appeal to all supporters to by all means 'get behind' their team, but to do so in a way which is respectful to everyone, irrespective of their creed, gender, tradition, political opinion, or indeed which team they support."
