Wishing all of our members and supporters a very Happy Easter.
We hope that you enjoy the break and we would love to see you in Fins over the weekend for a Ruby's and a social one.
There are Championship games starting this weekend and of course it's Masters weekend
So plenty to watch and discuss or argue about.
See you in Fins.
Fins and Ruby's open
5pm Good Friday
4pm Easter Saturday
3pm Easter Sunday
Sunday Night Dancing is back on 17 April
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THE LATE DOREEN MCKITTRICK
All at Fingallians GAA were very sad to hear of the recent passing of Doreen McKittrick, mother of Susan, Stephanie, Fr. Brian and club stalwarts David and Derek McKittrick.
Doreen was a part of the fabric of Swords and assisted many through her long-time involvement in the Swords I.C.A. Thousands have benefitted from her efforts but she was never one to take credit.
Doreen McKittrick recognised and promoted the importance of the GAA's community involvement and this is evidenced by her family's deep involvement in the Association that is continuing through her grandchildren and will continue through her great-grand children and beyond.
Réalt eile múchta ón spéir ach cuimhneoimid go deo í. Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam.
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FINGALLIANS IS 140 YEARS OLD IN 2024
Fingallians is one of the original clubs set up with the birth of the GAA in 1884.
We celebrate our 140th year in 2024.
We would like to start planning events to celebrate our long history in Fingal.
Please reach out with your if you wish to help.
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FINGALLIANS WEBSITE
We are looking to refresh our Website.
If you have the skills or can assist us, we would love to hear from you.
Please reach out to us at fingallians@gmail.com
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Coaching Committee
It was great to see so many of our coaches attending the Athletic Development workshop. We encourage all mentors to attend these workshops. Loads more planned through the year. It was great to see lots of teams putting into practice what was discussed and demonstrated on the night. Thanks to Ger and all on the committee for their work and Tadgh Carroll for giving the presentation and practical session on the night.
Mentors, If you do have not a copy of the recently Launched Handbook, it is available behind the bar at any time when the Club is open. The Handbook has been widely praised and requested by clubs the length and breadth of the island.
Make sure you use it as a reference.
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SAVE THE DATE
SATURDAY APRIL 29TH 2023
CLUB FUNDRAISER IN AID OF SENIOR MEN'S FOOTBALL AND HURLERS
Please support our Senior Men's Football and Hurling team this April by:
Sponsoring a Race at Shelbourne Pk, entry x2 : €400
Race Book Advertising: Half Page €125 - Full Page €200
Buy a dog/breeder/owner/trainer: €30
The last few races and dogs are up for grabs.
Please reach out to Cianan, Eoin or Oisin for tickets and sponsorship.
Tickets can now be purchased on Clubzap
Contact Sinéad on Sinead.warren@fingallians.com
SENIOR LADIES FUNDRAISER Thanks for your support
Thanks so much for your support and to all of our wonderful sponsors on the night.
Please give our sponsors your support when you can.
SWORDS EXPRESS SPONSORS OF OUR SENIOR LADIES
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Juvenile Section
EASTER CAMP
Great to see over 200 of our youngest members enjoying a great Easter Camp. Big thank you to all our coaches and helpers for their great work. !!
Our Academy takes a break this weekend for the Easter Break. See you all after the break.
If your child id 4 years or older, you can come along any Saturday morning and join us
Our kids from the Academy group enjoying meeting up with the Fingallians player from the U16 All Ireland Championship Team who came down for a visit with the cups from last year!
There is no Nursery or Academy on Easter Saturday. Enjoy the break. We are back Saturday week the 15th of April.
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR SUMMER CAMPS
*Summer Camp Dates for 2023*
3rd of July Football Camp
10th of July Hurling Camp
31st of July Campa Gaeilge
*14th of August Cúl Camp*
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Child Safeguarding & Vetting
If you wish to coach or help with our Juvenile Teams, you are required to have a valid Garda Vetting and have completed a Child Safeguarding.
More information on how to apply at
https://www.gaa.ie/the-gaa/child-safeguarding-and-protection/vetting
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ADULT GAMES
What a great start for our Ladies' Footballers in Adult Leagues on Wednesday this week
A Clean sweep for all 3 teams in their first League games with 2 home wins for Seniors and Junior v Na Fianna. The 3rd team under the guidance of Claire Thornton had a great away win v Erin's Isle.
And to cap off an excellent night for Fins, our Senior Footballers had a great last quarter to beat neighbours Round Towers Lusk by 4. It's now 3 wins in 4 for the Lads.
Next up the Footballers travel to Clonbullogue in Offaly for a Leinster League match on Saturday evening at 5PM
Our First Team Hurlers are also travelling on Saturday morning to play a friendly in Laois v Rathdowney Errill.. This game is at 11AM
Hard Luck to the first Camogie in their 2nd League match against a very strong St Judes
The Cock Tavern : SPONSORS OUR MENS FOOTBALLERS
Swords Express : SPONSORS OUR LADIES FOOTBALLERS
Rubys : SPONSORS OUR MENS HURLERS
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BEST OF LUCK TO FINS PLAYERS WITH DUBLIN
The very best of luck to Aron Gargan who starts at 14 for Dublin Minor Hurlers v Kerry in Portlaoise on Good Friday
Finan Brady plays for Dublin in the U17 Celtic Challenge, also in Portlaoise on Friday.
We also had Ellen Joyce, Katelyn Tracey, Suzie Kinkiewicz and Eve Pennie with Dublin minor ladies Wednesday night v Longford in the Leinster Championship.
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MEMBERSHIP 2023
https://www.fingallians.com/membership_signup
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Noreens
FINS BAR & COURTYARD/ RUBY'S
Opening Times
Friday 5pm - 12am
Saturday 4pm - 12am
Sunday 3pm - 11pm
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BINGO & LOTTO !!!!
This Weeks Lotto Results
Next weeks Prize Money : €2,245
BINGO STARTS @ 8PM
To play bingo at the Drive-in at Fingallian's car park, buy your books at the gate. Books bought here must be played in the car park.
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Scór na nÓg
The club is seeking young singers, dancers, musicians, actors or quiz buffs to represent us in some sections of the Dublin Scór na nÓg (Under 17s) competition which takes place on 26th March. This is a great opportunity to represent your club.Further info from Liam- 086 3814422
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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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It's been brought to our attention that plastic bottles are being left behind around our pitches. Please remove after matches and training. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
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