We're taking a look back at some of this year's recipients of Glenveagh's Hometown Heroes funding; this time it's Neptune Basketball in Blackpool, Cork.
Neptune Basketball - 2024 Hometown Heroes
Earlier this year Neptune Basketball Club became a 2024 beneficiary of the Hometown Heroes Fund. Glenveagh provides added help to local organisations, which are nominated by Glenveagh staff and this year Neptune Basketball Club was one such recipient of funding. The funds will go to help the stadium improvement scheme, which will enhance accessibility for all within the stadium. Pictured above (left to right) are Clement from Glenveagh, Adam, Neptune Basketball and Rebel Wheelers player and Kieran, the Neptune club treasurer. Wishing the club all the success for the future!
About Neptune Basketball Club
Anyone with an interest in basketball in Ireland will know Neptune Basketball Club. Founded back in 1947 it's been a mainstay in Irish basketball ever since. Firmly based in its area of Blackpool, the club has always had a clear focus on being an active participant in the local community. In its early days it helped widen the appeal of the sport in Cork and Munster alike. By the late 1950s, Neptune had participated in the first Cork Basketball Championship. By the early 1960s Neptune had gone from a fledgling club to one of the most well known names in basketball in the country.
Today Neptune Basketball Club and Neptune Stadium in Blackpool are synonymous with not just Cork, but Irish basketball as a whole.
To find out more about Neptune Basketball follow them on Instagram @neptunebc