Cover Pic: Lá Fhéile Vailintín sona duit
On this Valentines day we would like to send our appreciation to all our volunteers who show such commitment to our club. The season is getting off to a start and we want to say a big thank you to all of you who give so much of your time. Also none of this can be done without the continued support of our sponsors.
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SWORDS MEMORY CAFÉ
Looking forward, once again to hosting the Swords Memory Café in the club this Thursday 16th February. With Love in the air we know it's going to be a very enjoyable morning with plenty of chat, song and dance. We will also be joined by a speaker with information on the Fair Deal Scheme. Please spread the word and all are welcome tp drop in.
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Juvenile Section
Gormanston
Our U8s camogie had a wonderful surprise on the last day in Gormanston.
For their comradery, team spirit, super smiles and great skills our little super stars were awarded GORMANSTON U8 TEAM OF THE TOURNAMENT.
Their coaches and parents were so proud of them all. They will have a special little opportunity for medals, certs and photos with the plaque very soon. Well done all involved and a special thank you to Siobhán McCann of the Fins Minor Camogie Team for coming along to encourage and support the girls.
Well done to our U/9 boys and coaches who put up great performances during their weeks in Gormanston at the Indoor Hurling Blitz.
U/11's Trip to Parnell Park
Our U/11 Boys enjoyed a wonderful day on Sunday where together with Commercials they played in the Half Time Exhibition game at the Dublin v Antrim National Hurling League game. Their skills were even displayed live on TG4 & go raibh math agat a Naoise for the lovely words! They also, of course, got to see a good Dublin victory and see our own Darragh Power making his League debut with Dublin & enjoying a fine game.
U/15 Boys
Well done to our U/15 boys with a good win in their first Feile football game.
Noel Group Winter Hurling Blitz
Our Noel Group Winter Hurling Blitz finished up last week with a large turnout and a great evenings hurling. Many thanks to to Siobhán Kinsella of our sponsor Noel Group for coming along to present the medals and goodie bags to all the boys and girls.
Siobhán presenting the medals to one of our winning teams managed by Anne O'Loughlin
2006 Girls Graduation Night
Our 2006 girls held their Graduation Night last Friday and by all accounts had a super night. Thanks to Colin our Chairperson for coming down to speak to the girls and thanks also to the mentors and parents who worked hard to make the night such a success.
Particular thanks to 'Future Events Hire' and the new McCartans Pharmacy Millers Glen for all the support to make the night very special for the girls.
The club would like to wish the girls the very best going forward and thanks to all the Coaches and Mentors down through the years for their huge commitment. Well done everyone.
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For children born in 2018 & 2019: 9.45am - 10.30am
For children born in 2017 : 11.00am
Academy (born 2017) starts at 11am every Saturday
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COACHING CONFERENCE
The feedback from our Coaching Conference was fantastic and we would like to thank all those who turned up on the day. Thanks to Ger O'Connor and the Coaching Committee for putting it all together and the speakers on day Tony Scullion, Joey Carton, Eoghan Brady, Aoife Lowth and Laura Sculfil.
ADULT GAMES
MEMBERSHIP 2023
https://www.fingallians.com/membership_signup
Remember folks in order to play matches or to be involved with teams you must be a Club Member.
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This weekend finally sees all our Mens Adult Footballers starting their league action after all the pre season preparation. Our Seniors open their campaign away to Templeogue Synge St on Sunday morning & we wish new Manager Gareth Roche & all the players & management the best of luck. Best of luck also to our three Junior teams.
The weekend also sees opening league action for all our Minor teams while our Senior ladies footballers continue their preparation with a challenge match on Saturday morning.
Fixtures below & lets all get out to support our teams.
Saturday 18thh Senior Ladies Football v Eadestown 11am Bridge Pitch.
Minor Ladies Football v Na Fianna 2.45 Kettles Lane
Minor Ladies Football v Na Fianna 3.45 Kettles Lane
Sunday 19th Adult Footballers 1 v Templeogue SS 10.30 Away League.
Minor Camogie v Ballyboden 10.30 Away League.
Minor Hurling 1 v St. Kevins 11am Bridge Pitch League.
Minor Hurling 2 v Sylvesters 11am away League.
Adult Football 2 v Olafs 12.15 away League.
Adult Football 3 v St. Josephs 2.30 away League.
Adult Football 4 v O'Dwyers 2.30 away League.
The Cock Tavern : SPONSORS OUR SENIOR FOOTBALLERS
Rubys : Sponsors of our Hurlers
SWORDS EXPRESS : SPONSORS OF OUR SENIOR LADIES
Our Adult footballers who completed a team building and physical training session in The Curragh in advance of the start of their league campaign this Sunday morning.
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Noreens
Saturday Mornings from 10am
Have a taste of our New Coffee !!
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FINS BAR & COURTYARD/ RUBY'S
Opening Times
Friday 5pm - 12am
Saturday 4pm - 12am
Sunday 3pm - 11pm
Why not pop into the club on this weekend after the midterm and enjoy Ruby's Pizza which is back on the menu!!
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LGFA
Great to see our own Katelyn Tracey and Ellen Joyce playing with the Dublin Minors v Mayo at the weekend. The Dubs came away with a 2pt win with Ellen scoring what ended up being a vital goal.
Well done to Leona Barry and Rachel Howard who represented Fingallians in the Dubs Stars games at the weekend in DCU. Both players played with the Dublin White Team who came away victorious.
Camogie
Congratulations to Sarah Power and Aoife Kenny from our 1st Adult team on winning their Minor A Semi Final with Dublin v Wexford at the weekend. Looking forward to seeing you in the final v Kilkenny on 5th March.
*U8 Girls - Locks of Love Challenge.*
Dallán & Sanna members of the 2015 - U8 Girls would like to say a huge thank you to all those who so generously supported them for their Locks of Love Fundraiser in aid of Laura Lynn. They have had a wonderful experience with lots of encouragement and support from their team mates and throughout the club.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone.
If you would like to donate ... its not too late... as they try now to reach €4,000.
Just click on the link below
https://giv.i.ng/vPSU
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If you are a fully paid up member of the club or Social Member why not avail of this great amenity.
You can choose either payment option:
1. Pay a monthly fee of €10 per month through Legitfit App.
2. Upfront payment of €100 for 1 years membership
If interested please contact Fingalliansgym@gmail.com
If you have not renewed your yearly membership please do so.
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BINGO & LOTTO !!!!
This Weeks Lotto Results
Next weeks Prize Money : €3,722
To play online at: LOTTO !!
BINGO STARTS @ 8PM
To play bingo at the Drive-in at Fingallians car park, buy your books at the gate. Books bought here must be played in the car park.
To play bingo on-line at home, you can buy your books at:
Online Bingo Books
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SAVE THE DATE
SATURDAY APRIL 29TH 2023
CLUB FUNDRAISER IN AID OF SENIOR MEN'S FOOTBALL AND HURLERS
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