In a remarkable turnaround for the national facility based in Maree outside Oranmore which could set a new standard for other labs, scientists were able to reduce the waste it sent to landfill or incineration by a phenomenal 95%, going from 4,000kg to 130kg. The Marine Institute managed to dramatically cut its waste across all areas in the last two years by completely changing the way it did business. The fact that Darragh’s late father, Tom Frain Senior, hailed from Roscommon means that GAA support for the event is coming from both counties – this makes it extra special, as well as adding to the profile of the tournament. It is a nine-a-side tournament, which takes place from 11am to 5pm, and will involve Under-11 teams who will compete against each other during the day. Since then his beloved club has been organising a tournament for young footballers that’s proving immensely popular.įor tomorrow’s event, the St James club will entertain local teams including St Michael’s, Salthill-Knocknacarra, Killanin and an Cheathrú Rua, as well as Kiltane (Bangor Erris) and Elphin-Ballinameen from North Roscommon. The Darragh Frain Memorial Tournament for under-age teams will take place in St James’ GAA grounds at Mervue tomorrow, Saturday, when many memories of a great young clubman will be exchanged.ĭarragh, from Lurgan Park in Renmore, was just 28 years of age when he lost his battle with cancer in 2016. The untimely passing of a city GAA stalwart six years ago is still deeply felt by the club he represented but he remains an inspiration to young up-and-coming footballers who will be displaying their skills this weekend.

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