He has been nominated for a civic reception.
A midlands basketball hero could be receiving yet another honour from his home county.
Chairman of the Portlaoise Panthers, Seamus Dooley has been nominated for a civic reception.
Laois County Council recently discussed the motion, calling him a "stalwart" and "Mr Basketball".
Shay Dooley has also been awarded The President's Lifetime Achievement Award from Basketball Ireland.
Laois U20 Hurlers Lie In Wait For Westmeath
Westmeath take on Carlow in Mullingar in the first knockout round in Leinster on Friday.
Offaly Minors Progress Despite Dublin Loss
Laois finished their campaign on a winning note while Westmeath lost their third consecutive game.
"We Needed A Performance And That's What We Did" - Howe
Athlone Town secured a 3-1 win over Peamount United over the weekend.
Laois Hoping To Secure Semi-Final Spot In Clash With Meath
The O'Moore County are travelling to Ashbourne today.
HRI Confirm Cancellation Of Kilbeggan's Season Opening Two Day Meeting
The news comes after the sudden death of racecourse manager Paddy Dunican.
Big Moments Didn't Go Our Way - Justin McNulty
The Laois manager is complimenting his players' efforts against Offaly.
"We're Here To Win Everything" - Pádraic Connaughton
Westmeath's manager catches up with Midlands 103 after Westmeath won the Division 2A final.
Castelo's Athlone Back To Winning Ways
Athlone continued their fine form at home.
Offaly To Face Dublin In Leinster Semi-Finals
The Faithful County got the best of Laois in a midlands derby at the weekend.
LOI Preview: Laurie Ryan Savouring Peamount Challenge
The league champions are heading to the midlands with revenge on their mind.
Commentator's Preview: Laois v Offaly
This weekend's midlands derby throws in on Saturday evening.
New Series With Offaly Rugby Star
Jordan Conroy will present the "Man Up?" series, which gets underway this weekend.
Registration Open For Race In Memory Of Ashling Murphy
The Ashling Murphy Four Miler gets underway next month.
Midlands Counties Minor Football Campaigns Hanging In The Balance
It looks likely two out three of Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath will progress to the next phase at best.
Lowry's First Round On Hold At Level Par
The Clara man has two holes left to play and sits in a tie for 32nd.
"I Feel On Top Of The World. . .But I'm Getting Humbled Everyday" - Offaly's European MMA Champion
Jordan Scully beat world class opposition in Belgrade to win gold.
Laois And Westmeath Playing For U20 Championship Progression
Both midlands counties have something to play for this weekend.
Laois Ready For Battle With Offaly - Evan O'Carroll
The O'Moore County has a proud championship record against Offaly.
Thunderstorms Delay Masters Start
The action in Augusta won't get underway until 2pm at the earliest.
Out Of Form Athlone Welcome Harps
Town have conceded 16 goals in their nine games so far this season.
