"Féile O'Sullivan (13) has been hailed as "an inspiration" for the courage and determination she has shown in recovering from the accident last summer that almost cost her her life. She has undergone over 60 surgeries since the accident on July 2, 2025. Both her legs were so badly damaged in the accident that doctors were left with no option but to conduct a double amputation to save her."
"Organised by Cork and Kerry GAA players, the March 20 event will see students swap their uniforms for their favourite team jerseys for the price of a small donation to a fund for Féile. The GAA said that every jersey worn "sends a message of solidarity to Féile." "Every donation makes a real difference. Together, we can help Feile focus on her recovery and show her the power of a caring community," one organiser explained."
"Over the coming years Féile will require additional surgery and intensive rehabilitation, specialist care, physiotherapy, emotional support as well as special home adaptations. Monies raised at the spring fundraiser will go into a trust which has been set up for the teenager."
Féile O'Sullivan, a 13-year-old sports enthusiast, survived a severe accident on July 2, 2025, that resulted in double amputation of both legs. She has undergone over 60 surgeries and spent months recovering at Crumlin Children's Hospital in Dublin, briefly returning home for Christmas. Despite her injuries, she is considered an inspiration for her courage and determination. Cork and Kerry GAA players organized a special jersey day on March 20 across primary and secondary schools in Cork and Kerry, where students wear their favorite team jerseys for donations supporting Féile's recovery fund. A previous GoFundMe campaign raised €784,008 before closing at Christmas. Future funds will support her ongoing surgeries, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, emotional support, and home adaptations through a trust established for her care.
Read at Irish Independent
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