Shorts Approved for Camogie Players in Historic Vote
In a major step forward for player choice, the Camogie Association has officially approved the option for players to wear shorts as part of their kit. This historic decision came after a special congress held at Croke Park, where an overwhelming 98% of the 133 voting delegates supported the change. Starting this weekend, players in the All-Ireland senior, premier junior, and Under-23 championships will have the choice to wear either traditional skorts or the newly approved shorts.
ICYMT: Everything You Need to Know About the Skorts vs Shorts Congress Vote Decision
Players’ Voices Spark Change
This vote didn’t come out of nowhere—it was sparked by growing support from teams and players across the country. Kilkenny and Dublin made headlines recently when they wore shorts before their Leinster semi-final but were told to switch back to skorts or the game wouldn’t go ahead. Cork and Waterford also pushed the boundaries when they planned to wear shorts for the Munster final, which ended up being postponed just a day before kickoff due to the controversy.
A Second Chance for a Missed Motion
Interestingly, a similar proposal was brought up at the 2024 Camogie Congress in Kildare but failed to get the required two-thirds majority, gaining only 45% support. Many thought the issue was shelved until 2027, but growing pressure and public attention prompted the Camogie Association to take another look—and this time, it passed with flying colors.
Support from the Top
Camogie Association president Brian Molloy celebrated the outcome, emphasizing the importance of giving players more autonomy. He said the move preserves the integrity and look of the team kits while finally allowing personal comfort to play a role. Molloy also praised the volunteers and the delegates for acting on behalf of the sport’s 120,000 members, including 94,000 players.
GPA and Players Celebrate
The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) also applauded the decision. In a statement, they expressed admiration for the players who spoke up and pushed for this change. They praised those who stood up not just for themselves, but for future generations of camogie players. The GPA also reminded everyone how important it is to keep players at the center of decision-making in Gaelic Games.
