Sam Kirwan

Sam is an inspirational young person. Twice a year he gives his time and his money to take both the terminally ill and young people with life limiting diseases on pilgrimage to Lourdes. He provides them with 24/7 personal care and support, giving these deserving people a chance to have a once in lifetime experience, and bring them some joy before the worst happens. Sam is heavily involved in the local cricket team, he plays twice a week and also coaches the younger teams. Sam gave a great deal of time to a 'street cricket' scheme, where he and his fellow team-mates gave local children the opportunity to get involved in a sport that would otherwise be inaccessible to them. At university Sam captains the hurling and cricket teams, and is a student ambassador for incoming students giving up his time to welcome and advise new students. Sam has also been accepted as a senior resident in his halls, with responsibility for making sure that all new students settle in and have a friendly face to turn to when needed. Sam's selflessness and passion for helping others makes me proud to be his sister, and also a perfect candidate to carry the torch.