Autism and the GAA: ‘You want your child to have same experiences as every other child’

GAA clubs and county boards have made huge strides in opening their doors to welcome children with autism
Autism and the GAA: ‘You want your child to have same experiences as every other child’

Wexford GAA developed the first Cúl Camp for autistic children in 2019. More clubs and counties are now attempting to replicate the success of the project. Picture: PJ Howlin

Almost four years ago, Clonakilty GAA club invited Dr Susan Crawford from UCC to give members a talk on autism and sport.

Clare-based Crawford has been a major advocate of physical activity for those with autism syndrome disorder (ASM).

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