McElhinney initially made his name on the Gaelic football field. Born in Derry, Northern Ireland, he played club football for his local club St Mary's Banagher and was called up to play for the Derry Senior team at a very young age.
McElhinney initially established his reputation in Gaelic football. Born in Derry, Northern Ireland, he represented his local club St Mary's Banagher and was soon called up to play for the Derry Senior team at a remarkably young age.