PROMOTING Gaelic games and culture is a core objective for every GAA club. In today’s fast-paced world, people have many options for how they spend their free time. With this in mind, strong promotion strategies are essential for any club aiming to attract and retain members within its community. The first step in marketing your […]
WHAT is Gaelic4Girls (G4G), sponsored by Glenveagh Homes? G4G is a 10-week programme incorporating coaching sessions with fun non-competitive blitzes aimed at increasing participation in Ladies Gaelic football. The programme targets girls aged between eight and 12 years who are not currently registered with a Ladies Gaelic football club. In essence, this is a tool […]
By Niall McCoy ULSTER GAA officials remain confident that Dr McKenna Cup will make its return in January following its suspension in 2025, Gaelic Life understands. While no time-frame has been placed on any confirmation, the provincial body recognise that last September’s Central Council motion was only to remove it from the calendar for one […]
CLUB-SCHOOL links refer to the relationship between a GAA club and the primary and post-primary schools in its local area or parish. This connection is vital because every child goes to school, and these young people are the future players, coaches, volunteers and leaders of the GAA. The local club and the school both stand […]
THE Gaelic Athletic Association has long been a cornerstone of Irish community life, promoting not only sport and cultural heritage but also a strong sense of civic pride and responsibility. Now in phase three of its Green Club Programme, the GAA is continuing its commitment to environmental sustainability by supporting clubs across the country in […]
HAVING a Club Development Plan created through the GAA Club Planning Programme clearly demonstrates your club’s current position, future direction and the mechanisms in place to monitor progress. This process not only secures community and member support, which funders value highly, but also shows that you’ve followed a structured planning approach. It is essential that […]
ULSTER GAA has continued to engage in various disability and inclusion programmes throughout the province. The Ulster GAA wheelchair sports team trained regularly at the Mid Ulster Sports Arena and St Colm’s hall, Ballinascreen as these were central venues considering the geographical spread of the players. The National Wheelchair Hurling League was again very competitive […]
BEIDH an Cúrsa Cuimhneacháin Sheamuis de Faoite ar ais i mbliana don 37ú bliain. Cuirfear tús leis na himeachtaí sna Dúnaibh ar an Luan 30 Meitheamh agus leanfar ar aghaidh leis go dtí Aoine 4 Iúil. Beidh idir ranganna, léachtaí, ceolchoirm, imeachtaí siamsiúla, turais chomh maith le béile mhór chun clabhsúr ceart a chur leis […]
EVERYBODY matters. Equality/equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are integral to what the GAA is all about. Being truly inclusive is living out our motto “Where we all belong.” Inclusion ensures that everyone has a place in our community and real inclusion will be reflective of diversity in society. While we remain true to our Gaelic […]
THE GAA has welcomed today’s news of the important and significant £50m (STG)/ €59m contribution of the UK Government to the redevelopment of Belfast’s Casement Park. It comes after an announcement in its Spending Review. The sporting body, which has 250,000 members in Ulster has said it’s a crucial milestone that will be a key […]
