Acknowledgement and Sources of Information
Sincere thanks are also extended to the late John Joe Tolan of Crossmolina, whose generosity in sharing his knowledge made this article possible. It was during our very first conversation with John Joe that the idea of documenting the history of Mayo badminton truly began to take shape. His thoughtful reflections, deep understanding of the sport’s local legacy, and ability to recall key moments and figures helped shape the foundation of this research. His contribution is deeply appreciated and fondly remembered.
We gratefully acknowledge the contribution of local and regional newspapers, whose archives were reviewed to help trace and document the history of badminton in County Mayo. In particular, we wish to recognise The Western People, The Connaught Telegraph, and The Mayo News for their invaluable coverage and preservation of local sporting history.