Charlene was just 27 when she passed in 2012 following a courageous battle against cancer but the impact of ‘Mother Steelstown’ – as she was known at the city club – was evidenced further as clubs from across the north west gathered at Pairc Bhrid to play in her honour with Journal photographer George Sweeney there to capture the action….
9. John Mitchel’s Claudy took part in the inaugural Charlene Griffith’s Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney
John Mitchel’s Claudy took part in the inaugural Charlene Griffiths Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
10. Steelstown against Naomh Éanna In the inaugural Charlene Griffith’s Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney
Steelstown against Naomh Éanna In the inaugural Charlene Griffiths Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
11. Glen competed in the inaugural Charlene Griffith’s Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney
Glen competed in the inaugural Charlene Griffiths Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
12. Steelstown girls who competed in the inaugural Charlene Griffith’s Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney
Steelstown girls who competed in the inaugural Charlene Griffiths Memorial 7s tournament held at Pairc Bhrid. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney