Ivan Kerr: A Champion for Local Charities

Dungannon Golf Club’s past Captain and past President, Ivan Kerr, has proven himself to be not only a passionate golfer but also an outstanding role model in his dedication to supporting local charities.

His tireless efforts in fundraising have made a real difference in the lives of many individuals and families across Northern Ireland.

Supporting Local Charities Ivan’s President’s Day fundraisers have significantly benefited multiple charities. In total, he has raised an incredible £26,377.37 for various causes. In September, he raised £9,094.83 for the Northern Ireland Kidney Research Fund (NIKRF), a cause close to his heart after a family friend’s life-changing transplant. He also contributed £4,800 to Barnardo’s NI to support vulnerable children and families and raised £8,382.54 for Pretty n Pink, Northern Ireland’s only registered breast cancer charity, ensuring funds stay within the community to help patients and their families. Additionally, he raised £3,000 for Moy Riding School’s Riding for the Disabled program, £600 for Inspire Well Being, and £500 for Vineyard Church, further demonstrating his commitment to helping various local causes.

A Passionate Golfer and Role Model Beyond his charitable work, Ivan is a passionate golfer who holds memberships at two prestigious golf clubs. His love for the game extends beyond local greens, as he frequently travels abroad to play, embracing the sport with enthusiasm and dedication. His commitment to golf reflects his character—driven, dedicated, and always striving for excellence.

Additionally, Ivan and the local men he plays with are strong advocates for men's mental health. They use golf as a way to encourage getting out, talking, and supporting one another, recognizing the importance of mental well-being within their community.



A Role Model for the Community Ivan Kerr’s outstanding fundraising achievements highlight his compassion, generosity, and dedication to making a difference. Through his leadership and the support of the golfing community, he has successfully raised substantial sums for multiple local charities, positively impacting many lives. His efforts serve as an inspiration, showing how one individual’s commitment and passion can drive meaningful change.

The Dungannon Golf Club and the wider community are incredibly proud of Ivan Kerr’s contributions, recognizing him as a true champion both on and off the golf course.

Tony ("the Tiger") Scullion, born 6th February 1962. 

A Ballinascreen man who was one of the finest full backs in Gaelic football history and also played hurling with St Colm’s GAC Ballinascreen and Derry. During Tony’s football career he also played for Ulster and for Ireland.

He won Ulster Senior Football Championship medals in 1987 and in 1993. Also Ulster Under 21 Football Championship medal in 1983.

He also played in Derry’s Division 1 National Football League wins in 1992, 1995 (which he captained the side ) and 1996

Tony also won six Railway Cup Medals playing for Ulster in the Interprovincial Championship in 1989, ’91 which he captained, ‘92, '93 '94 and ’95 , winning 6 consecutive medals. Only one other player ever won six Railway Cup medals in a row , and that was Cork’s Christy Ring.

 In 1993 Tony played for Derry ,winning The McKenna Cup, Ulster Senior Title and All Ireland Senior Football Championship — Derry winning their first ever Sam Maguire. In the 1990”s Tony bowed out of inter-county football with four All-Stars Awards in 1987, '92, '93, and ’95, also Two Ulster Senior Medals and an All Ireland Medal.

Playing Career 

From 1983 - 1996 he played football for Derry Seniors

From 1983 - 1991 he played for the Derry Senior Hurling team.

From 1987 - 1996 he played football for Ulster

From 1987 and 1990 he played for Ireland against Australia.

When I asked Tony what advise would he give to any young person who had an interest in sport, he replied “Young people should play a number of sports and then decide which one or two sports you are going to focus on when you get to your late teens or early twenties. Play as long as it is physically possible to ensure a Healthy body and a Healthy mind”.

Today Tony is still involves with young players aged 15yrs and 16yrs in Ballinscreen and players Acadamies. He also runs Indoor footballs Blitz for 13 to 16yrs.

He continues to coach football to prisoners in Maghaberry and Magilligan Prisons.

Damian Kelly Winner of 4 in a row All Ireland Masters’

I’ve been lucky enough to have a long and rewarding journey in Gaelic football. I played for Kildress

from my youth days right through to making my senior debut in 1996 at just 16 years old,

and my final appearance for the seniors came in 2023 at 43.

During that time, we enjoyed one of the most successful periods in the club’s history,

winning the Tyrone Intermediate Championship in 2011 and the Tyrone Junior Championship in 2020.

On the county side, I was part of the Tyrone team that won the All-Ireland Minor title in 1998

and played a few games for the Tyrone U21s. In recent years, I’ve had the privilege

of being part of the Tyrone Masters (over 40s) team, winning four All-Ireland titles in a row.

I was vice-captain in both 2022 and 2023.

Off the pitch, I’ve been coaching at Kildress since around 1996, working with teams at every level from under-8s to adults.

If I could offer any advice to young players, it would be this: always be respectful and take pride in representing your family,

club, and parish — not just in how you play the game, but in how you carry yourself on and off the field.

I’ll admit, it took me a long time to learn that discipline myself! Most importantly, enjoy every moment.

Sport gives you the chance to build friendships and bonds that will last a lifetime.

Octavian Neascu - Sports Direct Premiership Referee

I am originally from Romania and moved to Northern Ireland in September 2018.

My passion for football began in childhood, while I initially aspired to be on the field playing, I found myself admiring the role of referees.

In Romania, I officiated over 300 games, but upon moving, I started from scratch by

undergoing training and completing the required courses once again.# After four seasons of hard work,

I progressed to officiating in the Sports Direct Premiership.

With over 14 years of experience as a referee, refereeing has been one of the most rewarding parts of my life, offering a healthy lifestyle, new connections, and the excitement of officiating competitive matches. My passion for football and love for the game continues to drive me every day.

Newmills Football Club

Newmills Football Club celebrate their win in the reserve 2 League. Months of effort and determination had finally paid off. Players from different backgrounds and cultures had come together with a common goal, showing how sports can bring people together. In that moment of victory, connected by their love for the game and their drive to succeed. As they lifted the trophy, they knew this was a moment they would never forget.

Harry McGuigan

I started judo in 1962 when I was 20 year old and I trained in Hong Kong and England. I opened the Ren-Bu-Kan club in Dungannon in 1968.

I was All Ireland and N.Ireland champion during the following years and represented Ulster and Ireland.

I also produced many Black belts and Irish champions over the years most notably Avril Malley from Killyman

who won many International tournaments and was a Bronze medallist in the first ever

 Female World championships in New York in 1986. She was also Commonwealth champion and represented Britain at the Seoul Olympics in 1988.

I retired from competitive judo in 1988 as British Open Masters champion but when my first wife died in 1999

I decided to compete again in masters events for men over 60 years. Over the next seventeen years

I fought all over the world in countries like Canada, USA, Japan, Brazil and most of Europe.

I won 24 International medals. I have five World championship medals one as World champion and also one Silver and three Bronze.

I decided to retire from fighting after I won the Irish Open for the third time in 2018.

While I was competing myself I was also coaching both the children and the adults in the club and we have had

All Ireland champions every year without fail for the past fifty years. I have also produced 53 Black belts

which is a record for one coach in Ireland. In 2017 I was honoured by the

International Judo Federation with the award of 7th Dan and I became the first person in the history of Irish judo to receive this high award.

Romuald Heagney boxed from the age of 5 year old to he was a 22 year old.

He fought 200 Amateur fights winning 170 of them, he has fought and sparred some great boxers from all over the world, countries such as England, Norway, Wales and USA.

Romuald won 2 Irish Titles and lost 2 Finals.

He has won the Ulster Intermediates as a Senior boxer and represented Ireland at the Under 16 European Championships in Italy.

Romuald won the Gold Medal at the Gaelic games as a 15 year old beating boxers from Wales and Canada.

He is now coaching boxers of all ages at Kildress ABC. AND ENJOYING BRINGING YOUNG BOXERS FORWARD and seeing their skills develop.

Romuald's Mantra is to follow  your dreams, believe in yourself, train hard and fight easy

Richard Toner is currently a coach at Kildress ABC. Boxing Club,he has boxed for Kildress ABC.

For 12 years between 1985 and 1997.

He is passionate about Boxing and puts his heart into coaching the youth in the club passing on his knowledge to the next generation.

Boxing is a great sport, it teaches discipline and confidence, is also great for physical and mental health.

It builds a widespread close knit social community.

His mantra is to train hard and you will get out of it what you put into it.

Richard has fought Olympics Commonwealth Medalists, European Gold medalists and Multiple Irish Champions.

At the tender age of 14 he won The All Ireland Championship.