From Castlebar - County Mayo -
Mayo League News - 20 Jan 2012
By Pat Quigley
20, Jan 2012 - 08:54
FAI Schools 5-a-Side
Primary Schools competition
The biggest and best competition in the 2012
Primary School Soccer Calendar
January 17, 2012
FAI Schools are delighted to announce the launch of this year's FAI Schools' 5-a-Side competition.
Over 15,400 children from every county in Ireland will compete in the most fun filled event of 2012.
The FAI Schools 5-a-Side is the biggest competition to take place in the 2012 primary school soccer calendar. The competition has been running since the mid 1990's, the event is more popular than ever with nearly 1,000 schools currently involved. The games kick off in March and April, with Provincial Finals in May and the National Finals concluding on June 7, 2012. The winners from each county will go forward to their Provincial Finals and they then will battle it out at the National Finals.
There are 5 divisions to suit all school sizes. While FAI Schools encourage boys and girls to play on the same team, there is also a separate competition for girls' schools. A number of teams can represent one school depending on the size of their student body, giving more children the chance to develop their skills in a safe, child centered and exciting environment.
Last year saw Milltown NS, Westmeath (LEINSTER) capture the "A" Schools title while Holy Family NS, Newport, Mayo (CONNACHT) won the "A" Girls Schools section for small schools. The "B" Schools section for medium schools was claimed by St. Patrick's NS, Carndonagh, Inishowen (ULSTER) while St. Oliver Plunkett NS, Malahide, Co. Dublin (LEINSTER) won the "B" Girls Schools category. St. Anthony's NS, Ballinlough, Cork (MUNSTER) were crowned "C" Schools champions claiming the "C" Schools section. Who will be crowned Provincial and All Ireland Champions in 2012?
For your chance to enter your school in the competition please contact the competition organizer in your locality. Details of the county and regional finals currently taking place around the country can be viewed by clicking on www.faischools.ie, www.faischoolsmeath.com or www.faischoolsdublin.com for further information. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED BROCHURE FOR CONTACT DETAILS
FAI Schools are delighted to announce the launch of this year's competition. Mr. Sean Carr, FAI Schools Chairman stated, "The competition is growing at an incredible rate with the standard of football improving each year. We must pay tribute to the local teachers and competition organizers in ensuring the success of the competition each year".
The growth of football across the country can be attributed to the FAI's Regional Development Officers, who have been vital in increasing the number of schools playing the sport, and to the dedication of local organisers who volunteer to run competitions in a professional and meticulous manner.
Don't miss your opportunity to support the schools involved by attending the Provincial and National Finals. Mounthawk Park in Kerry will play host to the Munster Final on May 16th while the Connacht Finals are also scheduled for the same date in the magnificent Shiven Rovers AFC, Newbridge, Co. Galway. The following week sees the Ulster Final in Aileach FC, Burnfoot and the Leinster Final will be held in the accommodating MDL Grounds in Navan, both on May 23th. The competition reaches its finale with the National Finals taking place in the impressive Leah Victoria Park, Tullamore on June 7, 2012.Castlebar Celtic player Noel Baba has been picked to play fot the Republic of Ireland under 16 team in Portugal this week-end. Noel is continuing to make great progress on the field of play. He recently played five trial matches for Man Utd in Brazil.
The following dates should be put into your diary for the forth coming season:
- Mayo League AGM, 8th March at 8pm Milebush Park.
- Opening game of the Mayo League season, Charity Shield 1st April.
- League starts the week after.
- Mid Season break, because of Irelands involvement in the group stages of the European Championships.
- Tuesday 5th June to Wednesday 20th June, both dates inclusive
Minister Ring to address Club Development Seminar in Breaffy Mon 6th Feb
As part of their spring 2012 programme of events Mayo Sports Partnership are to host a club development seminar for sports clubs / groups on Monday 6th February 7pm - 10pm in Breaffy GAA Centre Castlebar. Keynote speaker on the evening will be Minister of State for Sport and Tourism Michael Ring who will be joined on the night by local experts giving presentations on a number of pertinent topics including child protection in sport, generating income through better use of facilities, social media for beginner clubs, committee structures / roles and volunteer recruitment strategies. Indeed as part of the proceedings Minister Ring will also locally launch the new Get Ireland Active website www.getirelandactive.ie which is a one stop shop for physical activity in the country.
Clubs / organisations are challenged, in the current economic climate, to raise enough funds for their club. One of the seminars key inputs will be on how clubs can utilise their indoor / outdoor facilities to generate additional income. Practical ideas will be presented, utilising a successful club template in Breaffy GAA Club with examples of successful Sports Partnership and other programmes also highlighted on the night.
The seminar MC Liam Horan will ensure that the event will be interactive in nature, attendees will be able to select from 3 workshops on the night with a questions and answers session also part of the programme. An individual fee of €10 will apply but clubs will be able to send a maximum of 4 representatives for a nominal €20. An added bonus is that all clubs represented on the night will be entered into a draw for €200 worth of sports equipment kindly sponsored by Elverys Sports. A representative of Elverys Sports will also be discussing the great team wear ranges available from Elverys Sports.
" Mayo Sports Partnership realises that club volunteers are facing many issues of which changes in child protection legalisation is one. We hope that the seminar will inform people and give them some ideas on how to make their club more effective. I would particularly like to thank Minister Michael Ring for his support and also acknowledge South West Mayo Development Company, Mayo North East Leader Partnership, Mayo County Community Forum, Mayo County Development Board and Elverys Sports without whom this event would not be able to take place" commented Mayo Sports Partnership Co-ordinator Charlie Lambert.
The seminar will appeal to sports volunteers, administrators, coaches, leaders, teachers, parents, sport development officers or general members of the public who may be interested in being involved in sport in their local community. Indeed the event is open to members of any clubs / organisations who may not have sport / physical activity as part of their central focus. To book your place at the event you can download an application form at www.mayosports.ie/news where you can also view a wide range of other workshops / courses such as Child Protection in Sport, Sports Leadership, Sports First Aid, funding information and disability awareness. To obtain an application form you can also contact Padraic at 094-9047025 or email msp@mayococo.ie.
FAI Schools 5-a-Side
Primary Schools competition
The biggest and best competition in the 2012
Primary School Soccer Calendar
January 17, 2012
FAI Schools are delighted to announce the launch of this year's FAI Schools' 5-a-Side competition.
Over 15,400 children from every county in Ireland will compete in the most fun filled event of 2012.
The FAI Schools 5-a-Side is the biggest competition to take place in the 2012 primary school soccer calendar. The competition has been running since the mid 1990's, the event is more popular than ever with nearly 1,000 schools currently involved. The games kick off in March and April, with Provincial Finals in May and the National Finals concluding on June 7, 2012. The winners from each county will go forward to their Provincial Finals and they then will battle it out at the National Finals.
There are 5 divisions to suit all school sizes. While FAI Schools encourage boys and girls to play on the same team, there is also a separate competition for girls' schools. A number of teams can represent one school depending on the size of their student body, giving more children the chance to develop their skills in a safe, child centered and exciting environment.
Last year saw Milltown NS, Westmeath (LEINSTER) capture the "A" Schools title while Holy Family NS, Newport, Mayo (CONNACHT) won the "A" Girls Schools section for small schools. The "B" Schools section for medium schools was claimed by St. Patrick's NS, Carndonagh, Inishowen (ULSTER) while St. Oliver Plunkett NS, Malahide, Co. Dublin (LEINSTER) won the "B" Girls Schools category. St. Anthony's NS, Ballinlough, Cork (MUNSTER) were crowned "C" Schools champions claiming the "C" Schools section. Who will be crowned Provincial and All Ireland Champions in 2012?
For your chance to enter your school in the competition please contact the competition organizer in your locality. Details of the county and regional finals currently taking place around the country can be viewed by clicking on www.faischools.ie, www.faischoolsmeath.com or www.faischoolsdublin.com for further information. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED BROCHURE FOR CONTACT DETAILS
FAI Schools are delighted to announce the launch of this year's competition. Mr. Sean Carr, FAI Schools Chairman stated, "The competition is growing at an incredible rate with the standard of football improving each year. We must pay tribute to the local teachers and competition organizers in ensuring the success of the competition each year".
The growth of football across the country can be attributed to the FAI's Regional Development Officers, who have been vital in increasing the number of schools playing the sport, and to the dedication of local organisers who volunteer to run competitions in a professional and meticulous manner.
Don't miss your opportunity to support the schools involved by attending the Provincial and National Finals. Mounthawk Park in Kerry will play host to the Munster Final on May 16th while the Connacht Finals are also scheduled for the same date in the magnificent Shiven Rovers AFC, Newbridge, Co. Galway. The following week sees the Ulster Final in Aileach FC, Burnfoot and the Leinster Final will be held in the accommodating MDL Grounds in Navan, both on May 23th. The competition reaches its finale with the National Finals taking place in the impressive Leah Victoria Park, Tullamore on June 7, 2012.
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