Paddy joined the NCU from the sportsground construction industry where he has been involved in the building and management of some of the most notable venues in Ireland and beyond.

For the past three years he has been Chair of the Board of Directors of Banbridge District Enterprises – a voluntary role that aims to support the development of business and enterprise in that area.

Paddy has a keen interest in a range of sports and has held numerous roles in sports governance and administration, including in hockey, football and golf over the last 25+ years. He is still heavily involved in hockey where he is the joint Head Coach of Ulster Under-18 Boys and has experience in coaching and managing teams right up to international level.