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Success for Holy Family NS at National Credit Union Quiz Final
The brightest young minds from across Ireland gathered at the RDS Dublin on Sunday, April 6, for the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) Schools Quiz Grand Final.
After months of intense competition involving over 25,000 students from across the country, the final 88 talented youngsters battled it out for the coveted championship titles.
The atmosphere at the packed RDS venue was electric as teams tackled challenging questions spanning a wide range of subjects, including history, geography, science, popular culture, and general knowledge. RTÉ personality John Sharpson, affectionately known as 'Múinteoir John' from RTÉ's Home School Hub, kept the audience engaged and entertained throughout the nail-biting event.
In the Under 11 category, Holy Family National School from Rathmore emerged victorious. The winning team, consisting of Éabha Buckley, Diarmuid Horan, Conor McCarty, and Kayleigh White, represented Rathmore & District Credit Union and displayed exceptional teamwork and knowledge to secure their championship title.
Fergus McAuliffe, CEO of Rathmore & District Credit Union, expressed immense pride in the winning team, stating, "We're incredibly proud of Éabha, Diarmuid, Conor, and Kayleigh for this fantastic achievement. Their teamwork, enthusiasm, and dedication throughout the competition have been truly inspiring. This success highlights the talent in our local community, and we're delighted to support these brilliant young students. We're also very thankful to their teachers and parents for their help and support throughout the competition."
ILCU President Martin Busch praised all participants for their remarkable talent and dedication, stating, "This year's competition showcased an extraordinary level of intelligence, determination, and team spirit among the competitors. Watching these young minds in action fills us with pride and optimism for the future. Congratulations to our new national champions and to all participants who made it to the final. Special thanks to the dedicated teachers, families, and Credit Union volunteers who continue to make this event possible."
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