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August 2007 NUI Galway students represent Ireland at World University Games

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NUI Galway students represent Ireland at World University Games

Aug 07 2007 Posted: 00:00 IST

Two NUI Galway students will represent Ireland at this month's World University Games in Bangkok, Thailand.

Meadbh de Búrca from Newcastle and Niamh Fahy from Killanin will line out with the Irish Ladies Soccer team for the two week tournament which kicks off on 7 August 2007.

Meadbh, a third year Commerce student has played internationally at under 17 and under 19 levels, and currently lines out with local club Salthill Devon.

Second year science student Niamh has also played at international level with the under 17 and under 19 teams. The talented student is also a first team regular with the Galway senior ladies Gaelic football panel.

The girls are pictured receiving sponsorship for their involvement in the tournament from NUI Galway President Dr Iognáid Ó Muircheartaigh and Mr Tony Regan, Sports and Recreation Officer at the University.

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