Kilkenny GAA and gardaí release statement in wake of fence collapse in UPMC Nowlan Park

The Kilkenny County Board and An Garda Síochana have both released statements following a serious incident in UPMC Nowlan Park on Saturday afternoon.

In video footage seen by Kilkenny Live, a fence appeared to collapse in the Paddy Grace Stand due to a large volume of students pushing forward during post-match celebrations following the school's defeat of CBC Kilkenny in the Leinster Senior Hurling Post Primary Schools Final.

Three supporters were injured in the incident but the extent of their injuries are not yet known.

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"Following the Leinster Senior Hurling Post Primary Schools Final at UPMC Nowlan Park, an incident occurred during post-match celebrations when players approached supporters in Ardán de Grás," a Kilkenny GAA spokesperson said.

"A section of pitch-side fencing gave way, resulting in a number of supporters falling. Three supporters required medical attention, and a response plan was put in place by the County Board Medical Team to treat the individuals," they continued.

"The safety and wellbeing of all those in attendance is taken seriously. The incident has been noted and the appropriate parties have been informed. At this time, out of respect to all parties involved no further comment will be made," the statement concluded.

Meanwhile, An Garda Síochana provided Kilkenny Live with a brief statement.

"Gardaí assisted emergency services with an incident at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny City on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

"As An Garda Síochána was not the lead agency in this incident, no further information is available."

Kilkenny Live has contacted St Kieran's College for comment.

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