Karen Duggan says the survival of clubs such as Peamount United and DLR Waves in an increasingly professional Women’s Premier Division is key to the development of the game.
As the two clubs in the league without an affiliated men’s team, however, Duggan believes it will require backing from sponsors and even the FAI.
Peamount have provided a platform for international stars such as Amber Barrett, Louise Quinn, Niamh Farrelly, Chloe Mustaki and Duggan herself to kick-start their senior careers.
