Jim Bolger (left) and Davy Russell (centre) at a previous Hurling for Cancer Research launch© Photo Healy Racing
Hurling for Cancer Research returns to Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow on Monday, August 12th with an array of stars from the world of racing, GAA and top sports personalities confirmed to line-out for this unique hurling match in aid of the Irish Cancer Society’s cancer research programmes.
Hurling for Cancer Research, which began in 2011, is the brainchild of leading racehorse trainer, Jim Bolger and Dancing with the Stars champion jockey, Davy Russell.
Both have secured another mouth-watering who's who for their respective teams, including: Kerry star Paudie Clifford; Kilkenny legend TJ Reid; Aintree Grand National-winning jockey Rachael Blackmore; Con O’Callaghan and Ciarán Kilkenny from the record-breaking Dublin team - along with GAA pundits Ursula Jacob and Cora Staunton.
A firm favourite in the calendar of hurling fans nationwide, Hurling for Cancer Research has raised E1.5 million to date, providing hope for cancer patients by funding ground breaking cancer research and cancer trials across Ireland.
Racehorse Trainer and Hurling for Cancer Research founder, Jim Bolger, said: "Once again, we have unbelievable support from so many racing, hurling and football, and leading sports personalities for the 2024 renewal of Hurling for Cancer Research. It has become a very competitive game which is a testament to everyone who has supported the match over the years, on and off the pitch.
"Special thanks to my namesake Jim Bolger and the Carlow County Board for generously providing such a wonderful venue like Netwatch Cullen Park. I’m looking forward to seeing a bumper crowd on Monday August 12th for a cause that I know is close to a lot of people’s hearts."
Irish Cancer Society CEO, Averil Power, said: "Hurling for Cancer Research is a highlight in the Irish Cancer Society's events' calendar. Every year we are blown away by the star-studded line-up brought together by Jim and Davy, and we're sure this year will be no different.
"The funds raised from Hurling for Cancer Research go directly towards new, innovative cancer research in Ireland. As the largest voluntary funder of cancer research in Ireland, we rely on events like Hurling for Cancer Research to bring us closer to the day when nobody dies from cancer in Ireland. By supporting this year's event you’re helping to fund over 100 cancer research projects across Ireland each year. We can't thank Jim, Davy and their army of volunteers enough for all the work they do to make this annual event such a huge success."
