We march on into April now with the seasons well and truly under way. With the worst of the weather behind us (we hope), the evening starting to stretch, and the pitch getting ever-closer to being playable, here’s everything Scoil from the month of March!
Club Draw:
Firstly a huge thank you to all club members for the work that was put in to sell tickets for the GAA club draw. Although no prizes were won by club members, we as a club contributed €13,000 in tickets sales, very impressive for a club our size! For all the hard work put in by sellers, mentors, and coaches, Chairman Matt Cushen gives his sincerest thanks. After his impassioned speech at the Dinner and Awards Night this year hit home, this amount is hugely beneficial to the club in allowing us some financial freedom to develop the ground and games as we see fit.
Thank you all!
Membership Fees:
Reminder that Membership Fee’s are now Overdue. With changes to the GAA fee system regarding registration and insurance, it is vital for all playing members to get their membership as soon as possible. For any queries regarding registration contact Aideen Lawlor at sucregistrar@gmail.com.
Ladies Quiz night:
A big well done to our ladies team who organised a very successful quiz night on the 19th of the month. Scoil was buzzing with a packed out clubhouse on a Thursday night that saw Ben McDermott rise to the occasion as the special guest host. With a full house attending the stakes were high and after some great performances and controversy, we found our winners!
Congratulations to the winning team “When is the Pitch Ready”
Main Pitch Remains Closed:
Our main pitch remains closed for the time being dues to upgrades.
We would just like to take a moment to thank the coaches and the executive for their tireless work on working around this closure. With the weather conditions causing havoc to fixtures and pitches the work that has gone in behind the scenes to keep games going where and whenever it’s possible has been immense. With spring (hopefully) here to stay, we can get settled into using our pitches in Fairview and St. Anne’s on the regular!
Late Player of the year awards:
Well done to Jimmy Oliver AFL11 and Sean O’Connor AHL10 who were presented their Player of the Year Awards from 2025 during the month by club chairman Matt Cushen. Sean O’Connor was presented with his Junior Hurler of the year award, while Jimmy Oliver was given his AFL11 Player of the Year Award. Great to see both back out and ready to work hard at defending their awards!
Ladies Second Team Players:
Our ladies second team are looking for new players to join! Playing at division 9, this team would be perfect for someone looking to develop and learn skills in Gaelic football, join a social group, or simply to get active! If you know of anyone looking for a team to join, whether they’re new to the game or looking to get back into it, they can contact John Farrelly: 0864048011 or send an email to scoil.pro.eoc@gmail.com.
Teams on the Go:
Our u16 squad who have started their campaign in both hurling and football this season. A tough group that overcame the adversity of only having a 13 man panel and held their own against a Plunkett’s side in the Phoenix Park at the weekend.
The junior hurlers have come out swinging, recording 3 wins from 3. Wins in tough conditions against St. Finnians (Swords) and Fingallians away, and a tight home win against Castleknock where every ball was contested to the fullest (see above), AFL7 junior team also remain unbeaten with two hard fought draws, while the AFL11 squad has only played one game, a defeat away to St.Pat’s of Donabate.
The AHL3 squad has had a mixed start with one win and two defeats to start the seasons, taking the opener away to Whitehall before defeats to Bray Emmets at Alfie Byrne and away to Crumlin. The AFL2 panel started the year with two defeats before a statement win in the last game, beating Kilmacud Crokes 2-17 to 0-6 away in a massive lift at this early stage of the year.
We would also like to send a number of the adult men’s players best wishes in recovering from injuries. To Joey Ryan, Barry Cushen, Conor Coady, Eoghan McKay, Paddy Gerathy heal up quick!
Off the field success:
Congratulations to Neil O’Flynn on his upgoing wedding, to Ruairi Coady and the Coady clan on their new arrival, and to Eoghan O’Connell on his recent engagement!
Ladies 7-a-side Trip:
Well done to our ladies team who took part in the Silverbridge 7’s tournament last Saturday. A great day and a fantastic tournament in Laura Conlon’s home Club Silverbridge Harps, Armagh. Many thanks to Sinead Reel and all in Silverbridge Harps for their wonderful hospitality and great work organizing a super tournament with 24 participating clubs. A lovely day in a fantastic location!
Easter Camps:
This week sees our Easter Camps taking place in the club grounds. Thanks to Aimee our GPO for her time in organizing, along with the coaches who have dedicated their time to help out. With a number of camps planned for the rest of the year, anyone who missed out can still avail of our camps over the summer time which will be run the weeks starting the 29th June and 10th August.
Jack Kennedy U20 Panel:
Congratulations to Jack Kennedy (Number 21) who was announced as a member of the Dublin U20 panel for the season, ahead of their Leinster Championship Campaign. Jack has been a star for the adult team for the last number of years and it’s fantastic to see him show his talent for the boys in blue. Congratulations goes to the entire Kennedy family, a constant fixture and great influence in the club, well done to all!
U14 Development Squad:
Well done to Shane Healy (left photo), Oisín Gill and Chris Chilain (right photo) from the U14 boys who took their talents to the Dublin Talent Academy for trials. With a strong showing, the lads gave it their all and represented the club with pride. Good luck to the lads, ones to watch for the future so remember the names!
LGFA Gaeltacht Scholarship Awards:
Congratulations to Alannah Boyle who will be presented with a €500 scholarship to attend a Gaeltacht college this summer. As one of four winners out of over 300 applicants, she and the other award winners will be presented with their scholarships by LGFA Chairperson Joe Keane at the next of the Dublin LGFA County Board in April.
Cillian Kirwan’s 800m Glory:
A huge congratulations from all of us in Scoil uí Chonaill to former player and club physio Cillian Kirwan on his recent success at the Irish Senior Indoor Championships. Taking 1st with a time of 1.47.68 it is Cillian’s first time winning the Senior Title.
Coffee Morning:
April’s coffee morning will take place on the 21st of April. As always everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend for a coffee and a chat! Building on the strong attendances so far this year, we hope to see some new and familiar faces in the clubhouse.
Pat Fanning’s Zambian Success:
Congratulations to Scoil’s own Pat Fanning who has coached a team through the Zambian leg of the GAA World Games. His squad will next compete in Waterford at a tournament ran from the 14th to the 17th of July!
