Grant Thornton partners with Peamount United to support the development of women’s football in Ireland
Dublin, 13 April 2026- Grant Thornton Ireland has entered into a new partnership with Peamount United Football Club. The firm will support the club’s High Performance Women’s League of Ireland U17 and U23 teams as part of its broader commitment to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I).
Based in Newcastle, Co. Dublin, Peamount United has played a pivotal role in the development of women’s football in Ireland for over four decades. Established in 1983, the Club has become one of the most successful teams in the League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division.
Peamount United is unique in Irish football in that it has built its success as a standalone women’s club, developing elite talent and competing at the highest level both domestically and in European competition. The club has produced numerous international players, including six members of Ireland’s squad at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Louise Quinn, Denise O'Sullivan, Amber Barrett, Áine O'Gorman, Chloe Mustaki and Heather Payne.
Through this partnership, Grant Thornton will support the development of Peamount United’s next generation of high-performance athletes, helping to strengthen the pathway for young women to progress from grassroots football to elite competition.
Investing in pathways, not just performance
This partnership forms part of Grant Thornton’s ED&I strategy, which focuses on providing access to opportunities and resources, regardless of gender, to support both personal lives and professional careers.
Rather than a traditional sponsorship, the collaboration focuses on practical initiatives that support both athletic and professional development, including:
- Career development events hosted by Grant Thornton for Peamount United Academy players
- Mock interview sessions delivered by the firm’s recruitment team to build confidence and workplace skills
- Transition Year placements offering students exposure to careers within professional services
- A Women’s 5-a-Side programme for Grant Thornton staff, with coaching support from Peamount United’s U17 and U23 Academy players
These initiatives are designed to support young female athletes both on and off the pitch, helping them build the skills, confidence and networks needed to succeed in sport and in their future careers.
Commenting on the partnership, Dan Holland, ED&I partner sponsor at Grant Thornton Ireland said:
“Women’s football in Ireland has experienced significant growth in recent years and for Grant Thornton, partnering with Peamount United supports that momentum while contributing to a more equitable sporting landscape. By investing in the development pathway for young female athletes, the firm aims to help ensure that talent, ambition and opportunity continue to grow together. Integral to our investment will be the hands-on initiatives we have developed to provide practical and professional development assistance to the Peamount United pathway players”
Katie Thompson, Trustee/League of Ireland Secretary, Peamount United FC, added:
“We are delighted to be partnering with Grant Thornton. Their support will play a key role in the continued growth of our LOI Academy section, helping to develop the next generation of talent in Ireland. Just as importantly, it will provide our players with valuable professional development opportunities beyond football, supporting their futures both on and off the pitch.”
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