Jarlath Burns, the president of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), has received widespread acclaim for his leadership. Since taking office in February 2023, he has implemented significant changes, including radical rule changes for Gaelic Football. Burns' powerful post-final speeches and his Armagh team's victory in the Sam Maguire Cup last season made his first year an exceptional success.
The Armagh man was elected in February 2023 but had to wait until last year to get his teeth into the role.Burns helped mastermind the radical rule changes to Gaelic Football that will come into effect this season.Indeed, it was a dream first year in charge for Burns as he saw his Armagh side lift the Sam Maguire Cup .The midfielder would captain his county to the Ulster title in 1999 before hanging up his boots.
Burns has worked as a school teacher and later a principal at St. Paul’s Bessbrook but has been involved in GAA administration since finishing his playing career. He has been married to his wife Suzanne, who is involved in teaching, for 36 years, with the pair having five children together. Among their children is Jarly Og Burns who was part of the Armagh team that won last season's All-Ireland Football Championship.
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