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Since 2019, we have been proud sponsors of Leona Maguire. Leona entered the professional game in 2018 off the back of a record-breaking collegiate career with Duke University. The proud Irishwoman has been a serial winner ever since she took up the sport in Co. Cavan but it was her decision to move to America, inspired by her life-long ambition to play on the LPGA Tour, that catapulted Leona into the big leagues.
As an amateur, she was nothing short of sensational. A three-time Curtis Cup player with GB&I, Leona is a two-time Olympian representing Ireland in the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. In 2017 she captured the Ladies British Amateur Championship title, becoming serial winner on the collegiate circuit. Maguire sat atop of the world amateur golf ranking for an incredible 135 weeks during her amateur career.
Unsurprisingly, it didn’t take this born winner long to claim her maiden ‘W’ on the professional scene with Leona getting over the line, not once, but twice in her first full season at the Symetra Tour’s 2019 Windsor Golf Classic and the Symetra Classic. That blistering form meant she comfortably qualified for LPGA Tour promotion for 2020.
Leona became the first Irish woman to represent the winning Team Europe in the 2021 Solheim Cup. Leona was a crucial player becoming the greatest Solheim Cup rookie when she went unbeaten. In February 2022 Leona followed this feat up by winning her debut title on the LPGA at the Drive On Championship and in doing so became the first Irish Women to win on the LPGA in history. Not stopping there, Leona recorded her second LPGA victory in June 2023 winning the Meijer LPGA Classic shooting a final day 64 to win by two strokes.
In September 2023 Leona continued her memorable season as she proved to be a crucial part of Team Europe as they successfully retained the Solheim Cup in Spain with Leona delivering 3 points to the European side.
Leona is a wonderful role model for aspiring young Irish athletes.
Davy is proud to announce its sponsorship of Kerry footballer and reigning All-Star & footballer of the year David Clifford, supporting him as he continues to inspire fans, teammates, and aspiring athletes alike with his exceptional talent and unwavering passion for Gaelic football. As David embarks on the next chapter of his career, Davy is honoured to stand by his side and support him in achieving his goals both on and off the field.
David Clifford is a name synonymous with excellence in Gaelic football. Born on December 20, 1998, in Fossa, County Kerry, David's journey to becoming one of the most promising talents in the sport has been nothing short of remarkable.
From a young age, David exhibited exceptional skill, determination, and a natural flair for Gaelic football. His talent quickly caught the attention of coaches, he- soon rose through the ranks to become a standout player at both the club and county levels.
David's ability on the field is matched only by his leadership qualities and commitment to his team. Whether wearing the green and gold of Kerry or representing his club, Fossa, David consistently demonstrates a rare combination of skill, athleticism, and sportsmanship that sets him apart from his peers.
In 2017, David's impressive rise reached new heights when he was named GAA Young Footballer of the Year. Since then, he has continued to impress, earning numerous accolades, including All-Star awards and recognition as one of the top talents in Gaelic football.
Off the field, David is known for his humility, dedication, and positive attitude. He is deeply committed to his community and is actively involved in various charitable initiatives and community projects. At just 25 years of age, David has won it all at intercounty level and is a hero and role model for young people across the country. David joins golfer Leona Maguire and hockey player Hannah McLoughlin on Team Davy, continuing our commitment to supporting young Irish athletes.
Hannah McLoughlin joined Davy as a brand ambassador in October 2021.
Her first introduction to playing hockey was when she was finishing up in primary school. Hannah associates her hockey career beginning when she was 12 and started playing during secondary school and then joined her local hockey club. This is where her real enjoyment and love of the game took off and put her on the rollercoaster of Leinster and Irish underage selections from the age of 15 where she won both U16 and U18 Interprovincial titles and competing at both U16 and U18 European Championships. Hannah made selection for the U21 Irish women’s squad when she was just 17 years old along with also getting her first senior international cap in the same year as her Leaving Cert.
Hannah competed in two U21 European championships post this selection. She continued to train hard and was given opportunities within the Irish Women’s Senior team at various training camps, some capped, some not. Hannah played with UCD for 5 years alongside studying Economics & Finance before returning to her former club, Loreto hockey Club once graduated. Hannah is due to compete at the Euro Hockey League with Loreto in March 2023.
In 2021, she competed at her first senior international ranking tournament in the Netherlands in June which was a European Championship and post this tournament Hannah made the Irish senior squad for the Tokyo Olympics in July 2021. Hannah is part of the first ever female Irish sports team to compete at an Olympic game. She has since gone on to compete in the 2022 World Cup and 2023 European Championships. She recently earned her 50th cap in the Paris Olympic Qualifiers in Spain 2024.
Field hockey in Ireland is on a meteoric rise in popularity since the women’s team took home silver in the world cup in 2018 and went on to be the first Irish female sports team to qualify and compete in an Olympic Games. The team is due to travel to Spain this June to compete at the Nations Cup to hopefully earn a spot in the 2024/2025 pro-league. The Nations cup is an 8-team tournament with only one team grabbing a ticket for the pro-league.
Davy is headline sponsor of the 2024 awards ceremony which takes place on Saturday, 16th November at The Shelbourne Hotel.
Now in its 24th year, the Irish Tatler Women of the Year awards is the original and most respected platform for female achievement in Ireland.
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At Davy, commitment is something that’s important to us. As Ovation Corporate Member with the National Concert Hall, we continue to support incredible talent in Ireland, and internationally.
The National Concert Hall is Ireland's National Cultural Institution for music and hosts over 1,000 events each year, offering world class music and entertainment for all ages - enriching people's lives through music and the magic of live performance.
Through our support of the National Concert Hall over the years, we set about creating a sound for the brand. Davy and the NCH won the ‘Best Large Sponsorship’ category award in the Business to Arts Awards in 2021.
