Family Statement (9/1/17):
Conall is still in a critical condition battling for his life. He has made a few small steps in the right direction, but remains in an induced coma at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast. We would like to thanks the people all over Ireland and abroad for their heartfelt prayers.
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One of Ireland's finest One-Wall exponents Conall McCavitt remains in a critical condition in hospital after being knocked down in a hit and run incident at Crossmaglen on December 26th.
At only 21 years of age, Conall has established himself as one of the top One-Wall players our country has ever produced, and regularly competes at international events in Europe & the US.
Conall, World 17&U Champion in 2012, has twice represented Ireland at Senior level, at the European Championships in Holland in 2012, and at the World Games in Colombia in 2013.
Well wishes have been flooding in from the Handball community, of which the family are extremely grateful. Tonight the family have released the below statement on an update on Conall's condition. Please keep Conall in your thoughts, in this his toughest battle yet!
Family Statement (1/1/17):
Armagh handballer Conall Mc Cavitt remains critically ill in an induced coma in the Intensive Care Unit of the Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast where he is receiving expert medical attention. His family appreciate ongoing prayers from the national and international handball community for Conall's recovery.
The family will provide additional statements as the situation progresses.
A Rosary will be offered for Conall at the Cullyhanna Church at 7.30pm every night this week until Friday.