Ulster Bank withdraws sponsorship of college competitions

The recession has hit GAA coffers as Ulster Bank have withdrawn its sponsorship of the Higher Education Championships and leagues, which include the prestigious Sigerson Cup and Fitzgibbon Cup.

The financial institution succeeded IT company Datapac as the sponsors in 2007. Their sponsorship helped provide a platform for them to get on board under the new multi-sponsor model for the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship in 2008.