My name is Nancy Lehane, and I'm honoured to be the 2025 Cork Rose.
I'm 22 years old and proudly from Meelin, the highest village in Ireland.
I recently completed my degree in Primary School Teaching. Teaching has always been part of who I am. I began teaching music to children and adults at 14 and continued until I was 17. Even now, I am often teaching my four brothers how to hang clothes on the line properly - so teaching was definitely the path for me! Teaching children was always a dream of mine.
Music has been a huge part of my life since the age of five. I play the guitar, piano, concertina, and tin whistle, and I love to sing. I've shared my music at community events and through volunteering, and I'm passionate about using it to bring joy to others.
I also love sport and play Gaelic football with my local club. I enjoy the craic, teamwork, and fitness it brings.
I'm so grateful and excited for the journey ahead as the 2025 Cork Rose.
