Mullingar Shamrocks

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Mullingar Shamrocks
An Muileann gCearr
Founded:1953
County: Westmeath
Nickname:Shamrocks
Colours:Green and White
Grounds:Mullingar
Coordinates: 53°25′01.02″N7°18′08.80″W / 53.4169500°N 7.3024444°W / 53.4169500; -7.3024444 Coordinates: 53°25′01.02″N7°18′08.80″W / 53.4169500°N 7.3024444°W / 53.4169500; -7.3024444
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Mullingar Shamrocks is a Gaelic Athletic Association club located in the town of Mullingar in County Westmeath, Ireland.

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History

The team was founded in 1953 and participates in both men's and women's leagues.

Honours

Notable players and club members

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References

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  2. "Westmeath SFC final: Smyth inspires Shamrocks comeback, 2018". Hogan Stand . 22 October 2012. Retrieved 22 October 2012.
  3. "Shamrocks shock for Garrycastle". Irish Examiner . 29 October 2012. Retrieved 30 October 2012.