The GAA star and his partner tied the knot in a lavish ceremony, surrounded by family and friends
Conor Glass and his wife Niamh(Image: WattyGrahamsGAA)
Derry GAA star Conor Glass has celebrated a significant personal milestone after tying the knot with his long-term partner Niamh O’Donnell in a lavish ceremony at the prestigious Castle Leslie in County Monaghan.
The pair, who got engaged in January 2024, marked the special day surrounded by loved ones, teammates and close friends, capping off what has been an unforgettable year for the duo. Earlier in 2025, they welcomed their baby boy, Con, into the world.
Castle Leslie Estate has built a reputation as a premier wedding destination, with its profile soaring after Beatles legend Paul McCartney chose the venue for his 2002 nuptials, drawn by its breathtaking grounds, historic character and outstanding cuisine.
Glass popped the question to his beloved Niamh in January 2024 during a romantic proposal at the opulent Adare Manor in County Limerick.
Considered one of Derry’s most pivotal players of his era, Glass has been instrumental in the county’s recent achievements following his return from a stint in Australian Rules football, reports Belfast Live.
Glass claimed a senior club All-Ireland triumph with Watty Graham’s Glen and earned the prestigious AIB GAA Club Player of the Year accolade in 2024. On the county stage, he has secured two Ulster championships and received an All-Star honour in 2022.
His club posted a heartfelt tribute to the newlyweds online, writing: “Congratulations to the new Mr and Mrs Glass. Wishing Conor and Naimh many years of happiness, from all in Glen.”
Just last year Glass revealed details about venturing into business alongside his then girlfriend. The pair launched Café 3121, an Australian-style café in Maghera, County Derry together.
He told RSVP Live: “I’ve definitely not made it easy on myself. I’m in my final year at university as well. It’s my personality. I’m very laid back in terms of I don’t tend to overthink things too much. The support network of having your family and friends. Thankfully, my girlfriend is a partner in the cafe.
“Anytime I’m at training or the matches, she’s there keeping the cafe running. It’s passing the baton off to them when it needs be.”
Conor and Niamh held discussions about how their romance would function whilst jointly running a café.
He elaborated: “It came up during the initial conversation of opening a cafe. I think myself and Niamh have a fantastic relationship. We know each other inside and out.
“One thing we try to do is not take our work home. It can be hard sometimes, if you have a bad day at work, but that’s just human nature. You’ll be taking it home to your family, your mother or such when you do have a bad day.
“I can’t stress enough that it’s been the best thing for us to go into business together, because I can pass over the responsibility to Niamh and fully trust her that she’s going to do the right thing. It just comes down to the relationship that both of us have and the trust we have in each other.”