London woman with Mayo roots to contest Rose of Tralee finals

23 year old Mayo GAA fan Eilíse Leydon whose Irish roots stem from Claremorris is taking part in the Rose of Tralee Final in London on Saturday 25 May at the Clayton Hotel.

She is currently working as a Schuman trainee in the European Parliament in Brussels. When asked about why she was entering the competition, Eilíse said; “Moving around Europe has introduced me to many Irish people, including those from Mayo outside of Ireland. I am encouraged and proud to be part of such a strong diaspora community and can’t wait to represent them!”

Her sponsor is the London based P Flannery Plant hire which is owned by the Mayo born Paddy Flannery.

Tony Hennigan the CEO of Mayo Manchester added Eilíse has always been a great ambassador for Mayo.

"I remember her doing her bit to promote the world wide Mayo Day celebration in Canada at Niagra Falls with her sister. She was also a regular performer in the internationally famous ‘Young, Gifted and Green’ Irish Music, Song and Dance troupe based at St Bede’s College where she was Head girl."

"I’m sure the Bedians in London and the Mayo diaspora based there will be out in force to support her in the competition.”

Tickets for the heat can be purchased by emailing shilaghmccarthy@aol.com