Con O’Callaghan named PwC/GPA Footballer of the Month for August

The PwC GAA/GPA Player of the Month Award winners were announced at PwC’s offices in Dublin on Thursday when Con O’Callaghan and Kerry’s Seán O’Shea were rewarded in football respectively for their championship performances in August and September.

Uachtarán Cumann Lúthchleas Gael John Horan and GPA Chief Executive Paul Flynn joined Feargal O’Rourke, PwC Managing Partner in making the presentation.

Two goals by Con O’Callaghan in 37th and 46th minutes of a sustained and clinical attacking performance from Dublin in the All-Ireland semi-final all but ended Mayo’s championship hopes.

Seán O’Shea picked up a second PwC GAA/GPA award of the season after his form has seen him pick up September’s award with an inspirational contribution for Kerry across both All-Ireland final matches where he scored a combined 15 points.

Commenting on the announcement, Feargal O’Rourke, PwC Managing Partner, said: "I’d like to congratulate both Con and Sean on their respective performances in the All Ireland championship. Both players are worthy winners of August & September’s PwC GAA/GPA Player of the Month Awards, having contributed massively to championship action.”

Uachtarán Cumann Lúthchleas Gael, John Horan, said: “Congratulations to our Player of the Month winners for August & September. The two players are a credit to their clubs and their counties and have exemplified the pride and passion which are central to our games. Many thanks on behalf of the GAA to Feargal and the PwC team for hosting today’s event and all they do in the promotion of our games.”

Speaking on behalf of the GPA, Chief Executive Paul Flynn added; “Congratulations to both Con and Seán on winning their respective awards. Both players have been exceptional on the pitch throughout the championship and are deserving winners of the PwC GAA/GPA Player of the Month Awards for August & September.”