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COME OUT AND SUPPORT OUR FEILE TEAM! - Quizzo - Beef & Beer posted 4/3/2012 by
2012 Continental Youth Championships - Chicago posted 3/20/2012 by
The 9th annual Continental Youth Championships will be held this year in Chicago from Thursday, July 26 to Sunday, July 29, 2012. For more info on the playing facilities, check out the Gaelic Park website at www.chicagogaelicpark.org.
The Host Committee has secured the hotels at the Midway Hotel Center, which is approximately three minutes from Midway Airport. Some hotels have pools, gyms, restaraunts, bars, etc. some don't, you know the drill.....hotels will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis. That being said, it is important that we submit the number of rooms we require to the Committee asap.
In order to comply with the requests from the Host & Steering Committees, we are asking that each family provide the following information to their child/children's coach asap, but no later than Wednesday, March 28. Please keep the following in mind:
Players must arrive on the Wednesday evening. Games begin on the Thursday and will be played until the Sunday.
Are you traveling to the CYC?
Are you Driving or Flying?
Approximate Number of Hotel Nights
Is your player traveling with Family or Chaperone
Note: The reimbursement provided will be discussed and determined at the next General Meeting.
Gaelic 4 Girls - Register Online Now! posted 3/20/2012 by
As a reminder, the Gaelic4Girls program will continue for the Summer League! We are very pleased to report the large turnout of girls at this year's Indoor program and we hope to see many more girls out for the Summer League.
Our girls will follow the same practice schedule and registration procedure as the boys.
We have received the dates for the Blitzes in New York. Please see below. Players register at 9:30am and games generally run until 3pm. Venues have been updated. Coaches will be contacting players shortly to determine availability.
GAELIC 4 GIRLS Blitzes
Rockland - Sunday April 15th
Rockland - Sunday May 20th
Gaelic Park - Saturday June 23rd
Gaelic Park - Sunday July 22th
Queens - Saturday September 9th
Queens - (october TBD)
SUMMER LEAGUE REGISTRATION - Register Online Now posted 3/19/2012 by
Registration is now available online for the Summer League!
If possible, all families are requested to complete the registration on our website.
The following is needed to register your child/children:
1. Online Registration Form or paper form submitted to Registrar. Click here to register online.
*Note* If you are registering on a paper form, you may find the forms here under League Info / 2012 Summer League. Please select the correct form based on your child's player status. If your child played in the Indoor League they are considered a current player and should complete the short form. If your child did not play in the Indoor you must complete the full form.
2. Photograph - this can be submitted during the online registration process, emailed to the registrar at delcogaels@comcast.net or sent via text message to 484.786.3717. Please be sure to include the child's name on any correspondence. All players must submit new photos this year!
3. If your child/children are new players to the Club, you must also submit a copy of their birth certificate, which can be submitted during the online registration process, emailed to the registrar at delcogaels@comcast.net or by providing a copy to the Registrar at practice.
The Divisional Registrar will be at practices on April 23 and April 25. Photographs of players will be taken at this time for anyone interested and birth certificates may be submitted.
Please note that we have received notification that the North American County Board has purchased a group insurance policy which includes the option of purchasing individual medical coverage for those players who currently do not have health insurance. We will provide more information as soon as it is received.
For questions on registration or any issues with the online registration system, please email delcogaels@comcast.net.
See our Parents' Corner FAQ for more information on Registration, etc. Note - the Club will provide uniforms for all players this year. The uniform purchase policy will not be implemented until next season.
Congratulations - 2012 Board Officers posted 3/19/2012 by
Congratulations are extended to the following individuals who were elected at the Club's AGM for the 2012 Season. For contact info, click here:
Chairperson
Louie Bradley
Vice Chairperson
Aidan Corr
Secretary
James Conboy
Assistant Secretary
Mary Behan
Treasurer
Colleen Boyce
Registrar
Anne Bourke
PRO
Jimmy Simpson
Hurling Officer
Noel Doherty
School Officer
Jeff Carty
On another note, the Club would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincerest thanks and appreciation to Bridget O'Connell, our outgoing Secretary of over 10 years. Bridget has been instrumental in the development of the Club over her many years of service as a parent, board officer and friend. Always welcoming and with a smile on her face, always available when called or emailed or texted, we are so lucky to have her as a fellow Gael! If you see her around, be sure to take a moment and thank her.
Please support our "Dancing Like a Star" SPONSORS! posted 3/4/2012 by
JOIN US FOR THE ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADES posted 3/4/2012 by
COME OUT AND SUPPORT OUR FEILE TEAM! - Quizzo - Beef & Beer
posted 04/03/2012
2012 Continental Youth Championships - Chicago
posted 03/20/2012
The 9th annual Continental Youth Championships will be held this year in Chicago from Thursday, July 26 to Sunday, July 29, 2012. For more info on the playing facilities, check out the Gaelic Park website at www.chicagogaelicpark.org.
The Host Committee has secured the hotels at the Midway Hotel Center, which is approximately three minutes from Midway Airport. Some hotels have pools, gyms, restaraunts, bars, etc. some don't, you know the drill.....hotels will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis. That being said, it is important that we submit the number of rooms we require to the Committee asap.
In order to comply with the requests from the Host & Steering Committees, we are asking that each family provide the following information to their child/children's coach asap, but no later than Wednesday, March 28. Please keep the following in mind:
Players must arrive on the Wednesday evening. Games begin on the Thursday and will be played until the Sunday.
Are you traveling to the CYC?
Are you Driving or Flying?
Approximate Number of Hotel Nights
Is your player traveling with Family or Chaperone
Note: The reimbursement provided will be discussed and determined at the next General Meeting.
Please see contact info for coaches below:
U6
Una McDaid
U8
Paul McBrearty
U10
James Conboy
U12
Pat Bourke
U14
Ben Bradley
U16 & Minors
Louie Bradley
Girls
Anne Bourke
Gaelic 4 Girls - Register Online Now!
posted 03/20/2012
As a reminder, the Gaelic4Girls program will continue for the Summer League! We are very pleased to report the large turnout of girls at this year's Indoor program and we hope to see many more girls out for the Summer League.
Our girls will follow the same practice schedule and registration procedure as the boys.
We have received the dates for the Blitzes in New York. Please see below. Players register at 9:30am and games generally run until 3pm. Venues have been updated. Coaches will be contacting players shortly to determine availability.
GAELIC 4 GIRLS Blitzes
Rockland - Sunday April 15th
Rockland - Sunday May 20th
Gaelic Park - Saturday June 23rd
Gaelic Park - Sunday July 22th
Queens - Saturday September 9th
Queens - (october TBD)
SUMMER LEAGUE REGISTRATION - Register Online Now
posted 03/19/2012
Registration is now available online for the Summer League!
If possible, all families are requested to complete the registration on our website.
The following is needed to register your child/children:
1. Online Registration Form or paper form submitted to Registrar. Click here to register online.
*Note* If you are registering on a paper form, you may find the forms here under League Info / 2012 Summer League. Please select the correct form based on your child's player status. If your child played in the Indoor League they are considered a current player and should complete the short form. If your child did not play in the Indoor you must complete the full form.
2. Photograph - this can be submitted during the online registration process, emailed to the registrar at
or sent via text message to 484.786.3717. Please be sure to include the child's name on any correspondence. All players must submit new photos this year!
3. If your child/children are new players to the Club, you must also submit a copy of their birth certificate, which can be submitted during the online registration process, emailed to the registrar at
or by providing a copy to the Registrar at practice.
The Divisional Registrar will be at practices on April 23 and April 25. Photographs of players will be taken at this time for anyone interested and birth certificates may be submitted.
Please note that we have received notification that the North American County Board has purchased a group insurance policy which includes the option of purchasing individual medical coverage for those players who currently do not have health insurance. We will provide more information as soon as it is received.
For questions on registration or any issues with the online registration system, please email
.
See our Parents' Corner FAQ for more information on Registration, etc. Note - the Club will provide uniforms for all players this year. The uniform purchase policy will not be implemented until next season.
Congratulations - 2012 Board Officers
posted 03/19/2012
Congratulations are extended to the following individuals who were elected at the Club's AGM for the 2012 Season. For contact info, click here:
Chairperson
Louie Bradley
Vice Chairperson
Aidan Corr
Secretary
James Conboy
Assistant Secretary
Mary Behan
Treasurer
Colleen Boyce
Registrar
Anne Bourke
PRO
Jimmy Simpson
Hurling Officer
Noel Doherty
School Officer
Jeff Carty
On another note, the Club would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincerest thanks and appreciation to Bridget O'Connell, our outgoing Secretary of over 10 years. Bridget has been instrumental in the development of the Club over her many years of service as a parent, board officer and friend. Always welcoming and with a smile on her face, always available when called or emailed or texted, we are so lucky to have her as a fellow Gael! If you see her around, be sure to take a moment and thank her.
Please support our "Dancing Like a Star" SPONSORS!
posted 03/04/2012
JOIN US FOR THE ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADES
posted 03/04/2012
DANCING LIKE A STAR - See our new page.......
posted 03/04/2012
Please visit our new "Dancing Like a Star" page. Here you will find highlights from the Event, photos, videos and much, much more. Our sincerest thanks are extended to everyone who made this event such a success and to those who supported us.
DANCING LIKE A STAR - and the Winners are......
posted 03/04/2012
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Christine Anderson Contrady & Mark Carden
From left - Una McDaid, Mark Carden, Christine Contrady, Peggy Murray & Jim Donovan
THE FINAL DANCE
DANCING LIKE A STAR - Articles from IrishPhiladelphia.com
posted 03/04/2012
Denise Foley is one of the founding editors of irishphiladelphia.com and a veteran magazine and newspaper writer and editor. Visit irishphiladelphia.com!
MAY THEY HAVE THIS DANCE
Click here for Denise's initial article on our Dancing Like a Star competition.
THEY'RE DANCING LIKE STARS
Congrats on your sold-out event! Here's our story.
DANCING LIKE A STAR - LET THE COUNTDOWN BEGIN......
posted 02/22/2012
Get your party dresses out and your suit pants pressed! One of the most anticipated events of the year is nearly here!
This Friday, February 24, sixteen courageous and talented individuals will entertain you with their savvy moves while “Dancing Like a Star.” You will be dazzled not only by the performances but the costumes and presentation will be spectacular.
The event is now officially Sold Out! In preparation for the big night and the large crowd, we are releasing a summary of the Event Schedule, so that our guests can plan their evening accordingly. Please note, dinner will be available promptly at 8pm and Performances will begin promptly at 9:00pm. Guests will be advised upon arrival of the seating accommodation for dinner and thereafter. Seating will be on a first come first serve basis.
Please remember, if you have not done so yet, “Well Wishes” for the couples can be submitted online until tomorrow February 23 at noon. Well wishes are $10 each and will be displayed on the big screens on the evening of the event.
Online voting will remain open and available throughout the evening of the event. Votes are $1 each and a minimum of 5 votes is required. All online votes must be paid in full through the website in order to be included in the vote count.
Event Schedule
7:30pm DOORS /BAR OPEN
8:00pm DINNER BUFFET OPEN
8:45pm VIDEO PRESENTATION OF CONTESTANTS
9:00pm INTRODUCTION OF EMCEE
9:07pm GROUP ONE – DANCING THE WALTZ
GROUP TWO – DANCING THE CHA CHA
9:20pm INTRODUCTION OF JUDGES & CHOREOGRAPHER
9:30pm GROUP ONE – DANCING THE CHA CHA
GROUP TWO – DANCING THE WALTZ
9:47pm INIDIVIDUAL DANCES BEGIN
Siobhan Lyons & Enda Keegan
Lisa McAteer & Chuck Cawley
Diana Garcia & Bob Albino
Lisa Sweeney & Danny Conway
Grace Flanagan & Pat Henigan
Carmel Donaghy & Pat Bourke
Christine Contrady & Mark Carden
Karen Boyce McCollum & Gabriel Brogan
10:27pm INTERMISSION #1 – VOTING BEGINS
11:13pm FINALISTS ANNOUNCED & FINAL PERFORMANCES BEGIN
11:33pm INTERMISSION #2 – VOTING BEGINS
12:00pm FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
Dancers - Group 1
Lisa McAteer & Chuck Cawley
Diana Garcia & Bob Albino
Siobhan Lyons & Enda Keegan
Lisa Sweeney & Danny Conway
Dancers - Group 2
Christine Contrady & Mark Carden
Grace Flanagan & Pat Henigan
Carmel Donaghy & Pat Bourke
Karen Boyce McCollum & Gabriel Brogan
We look forward to entertaining you on Friday! Should you have any questions or concerns prior to the event, please do not hesitate to contact us at
.
Dancing Like a Star - ONLINE VOTING
posted 02/22/2012
VOTE
FOR YOUR FAVORITE COUPLE
Carmel Donaghy Christine Contrady Diana Garcia Grace Flanagan
& & & &
Pat Bourke Mark Carden Bob Albino Pat Henigan
Karen McCollum Lisa McAteer Lisa Sweeney Siobhan Lyons
& & & &
Gabriel Brogan Chuck Cawley Danny Conway Enda Keegan
Select the couple you would like to vote for now! Votes are $1 each with a minimum vote of $5. All votes will be tallied and added to the total audience/supporter vote on the night of the event. Payments can be made by Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX or Paypal.
DANCING LIKE A STAR - SOLD OUT!
posted 02/22/2012
Tickets for the event are officially SOLD OUT!
Ticket holders please check back shortly for more info on the Schedule of Events for the evening, etc.
Coaching Course - Foundation Level & First Aid Course
posted 02/20/2012
The Games Development Officer will hold a First Aid Course and Gaelic Games Foundation Level Course on March 3rd at Scared Heart School, 105 Wilson Avenue, Havertown, PA (Monoa - Everett Hall).
First Aid
9am-12noon
Cost: $35
GAA Foundation Coaching
12-3pm
Cost: Free
The foundation course is for new coaches or any parents interested in finding out more about the Gaelic sports.
To register, please email:
, with the following information, by February 29.
Name ________________________
Email_________________________
Cell # ________________________
For questions or more information, contact Ciaran directly at:
Ciaran Porter
Philadelphia - Games Development Administrator
267.581.9394
2012 ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE & FLOAT
posted 02/20/2012
The Saint Patrick's Day parades (Springfield & Philadelphia) are just around the corner. As in prior years, we are hoping for and anticipating a large turnout by the Delco Gaels. And as a little incentive to our marchers, we are excited to announce that this year we will be entering a float. Our goal is to draw more attention to the GAA and youth Gaelic games in our local communities.
Naturally with an endeavour this large, we welcome anyone interested in assisting the Parade Committee with this year's preparations. For more information or to join the Committee, please contact Anne Bourke at
/ 610.789.9984 or Patsy Donaghy at 610.324.5446.
Parade times and locations will be available shortly and we will forward more info as soon as it is received. At that time, we would like to get an approximate number of club members who will be attending each parade.
GAELIC GAMES / CLUB WORKSHOP
posted 02/20/2012
Join the Philadelphia Divisional Youth Board for a dynamic and informative workshop geared at growing Youth Gaelic sports in Philadelphia. We cannot do this without YOU!
Everyone who is involved or interested in Youth Gaelic Sports is invited to attend this event.
We need your ideas! Comments! Vision! Help us plan for the future.
Where: Commodore Barry Club (Irish Center)
6815 Emlen Street, Philadelphia
When: Sunday, March 4, 2012
Time: TBA
For more information or questions on this workshop, please contact the Philadelphia Divisional Youth Board Secretary - Sue Galiczynski at
.
TRYOUTS - North American County Teams
posted 02/20/2012
Last year Philadelphia were proud to have 14 players represent the city on the North American youth teams.
There will be tryouts over the next two months for all players who wish to participate on the NACB teams that will compete at the 2012 Continental Youth Championships in Chicago.
The four teams are
Minor Boys: players born in 1994 and 1995
Minor Girls: players born in 1994 and 1995
U16 Boys: players born in 1996 and 1997
U16 Hurling: players born in 1996 and 1997
Please pass this on to all U18 and U16 players that are interested in trying out.
The first tryout will be Thursday 2/23 at the Haverford Middle School, 1710 Darby Road, Havertown, PA from 7pm-8pm (please bring running shoes and football boots/cleats)
If you have any questions or players are unable to make this date please contact the Games Development Officer:
Ciaran Porter
Philadelphia - Games Development Administrator
267.581.9394
DANCING LIKE A STAR - Tickets, Well Wishes & Sponsors
posted 01/22/2012
Tickets are in high demand for our up and coming fund raising event -Dancing like a Star on Feb 24th - Springfield Country Club. Already over two thirds of the tickets have been sold and with a limited amount of tickets available, we would like to urge you to buy your tickets soon !!! Tickets can be reserved by contacting Ethel Mc Garvey at
484-802-2448 or Fionnuala Mc Brearty at
610-789-0593 or right here on the website. We do not want our club members to be disappointed so please reserve your tickets NOW!! We expect to have all tickets sold very soon.
You can also support our event by advertising with your business card. For just $25 we will display your card on our website and on a screen on the night of the event.
Would you like to send a "Good Luck "/ "Well Wishes" message to your favorite dancer? You can send a message ( max' 25 words ) for $10 here.
Business Cards and messages should be forwarded to
and checks made payable to "Delco Gaels " should be mailed to Carmel Bradley, 1510 Darby Road, Havertown, PA 19083.
Tickets for this ADULT ONLY EVENT will be available for pick up at indoor sessions on Saturday nights at Maple Zone.
We are looking forward to a great night and hope to see you there!!
DANCING LIKE A STAR - Reserve your Tickets Here!
posted 01/14/2012
The Delaware County Gaels will host a "Dancing Like a Star" competition on February 24 at 8pm at the Springfield Country Club.
The competition will pair couples from local community organizations, who will compete for the ultimate prize of being the best couple on the dance floor.
A panel of judges has been selected and will score each couple based on various aspects of their savvy dance moves. Independent votes will be cast by the audience on the evening of the event and online voting will also be available shortly - more information to follow. Combine the three and the couple with the highest score takes the prize! Dancers will perform two routines with the highest scoring couples advancing to the final.
The event will be hosted by eleven-time Emmy Award-winning consumer reporter, Jim Donovan, from Channel 3 News (CBS Philly).
Admission to the Event will be $40 and includes dinner, music, dancing - a complete evening of entertainment. There will also be a mystery door prize for one lucky attendee.
We hope you will join us for what we hope will be one of the most entertaining evenings this town has enjoyed in a long time!
Click here if you wish to send well wishes to a particular dance couple. We will post your wishes on our Website and Facebook and on the evening of the event.
For further ticket or event information, please contact Ethel McGarvey at 484.802.2448 or Carmel Bradley at 610.864.3095.
2012 INDOOR LEAGUE - Schedule for Week 1 - January 14
posted 01/12/2012
MERRY CHRISTMAS from the Delco Gaels....
posted 12/23/2011
Christmas is full of shiny things
That sparkle, gleam and glow;
These holiday pleasures dazzle us,
And yet, deep down, we know...
That Christmas has its special gifts,
But our year-round joy depends
On the cherished people in our lives,
Our family and our friends.
On behalf of the Delco Gaels, we would like to wish you and yours a happy, healthy Christmas filled with memories for years to come!
PHILLY GAMES DEVELOPMENT - SCHOOL PROGRAMS RAFFLE - Winners
posted 12/13/2011
Thank you to everyone who supported the Philadelphia Games Development Committee's draw this past Friday. The funding from this raffle will assist with the introduction of Gaelic games at our local schools and universities.
Congratulations to the winners......
1st Prize of $750 - Young Irelanders
2nd Prize of $250 - Aidan Trainor
3rd Prize of $100 - Cassie McDaid
DANCING LIKE A STAR - CONTESTANTS REVEALED!
posted 12/13/2011
Were you able to guess the contestants for the Delco Gaels 2012 "Dancing Like a Star" Competition?
Each of our competitors represent various organizations and businesses throughout our local community. You will learn more about them as the competition nears, but for now...........Let us introduce you to the dancers!
ONLINE PAYMENT SYSTEM - NOW ACTIVATED!
posted 12/08/2011
The 2012 Indoor League registration has begun! And this year you can register your child/children directly on the Club's website. We are requesting that all children be registered by this Saturday, December 10. Places are filling up quickly, so get your child registered as soon as possible.
Please note that the Online Payment System has been activated and payment can be made using Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. You can also pay using your checking account if you have a personal Paypal account. If do not have a personal Paypal account but would like to set one up, please see the instructions in the "Online Payment System" in the Documents section of our website.
If you have already registered your child/children, you can now log into your account and make payment online.
If you have any questions or problems at any time, please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance at
.
DANCING LIKE A STAR - CAN YOU GUESS THE DANCERS?
posted 12/06/2011
This Saturday evening is the big night! The question everyone has been asking, Who is competing in the Delco Gaels "Dancing Like a Star" competition? Have a quick peek and see if you recognize anyone!
After a difficult selection process, the dancers have been notified and we will reveal them at the Christmas Party and Nite at the Races at Maggie O'Neills between 5 & 9 pm.
We would like to sincerely thank everyone for the overwhelming interest to date and promise to keep you updated as we near the competition. We believe this competition will prove to be one of the most enjoyable and memorable evenings, so mark you calendars now!
Dancing Like a Star
February 24
8pm
at the Springfield Country Club
CHRISTMAS PARTY & NITE AT THE RACES!
posted 12/06/2011
Remember, this year's Christmas Party and Nite at the Races will not only be our annual Holiday celebration and travel fundraiser, but we will reveal our contestants for "Dancing Like a Star." It should be a very exciting night! See the "Event" folder for the flyer and sponsor forms.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
posted 11/22/2011
We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a happy and safe Thanksgiving Holiday!
When we count
our many blessings;
It isn't hard to see
that life's most valued
treasures are the
treasures that are free.
For it isn't what
we own or buy
that signifies
our wealth.
It's the special
gifts that have
no price:
our family,
friends and health.
Let the holiday season begin......
2012 INDOOR LEAGUE - Gaelic4Girls - Registration
posted 11/07/2011
The Club is excited to announce the introduction of the Gaelic4Girls Indoor program beginning January 14, 2012. Please see Flyer below for more information on the program. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We are currently working on the online payment system. We will notify you as soon as it is up and running.
2012 INDOOR LEAGUE - Registration
posted 11/07/2011
The 2012 Indoor League registration has begun! This year you can register your child/children directly on the Club's website. See Flyer below for more information on the program. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We are currently working on the online payment system. We will notify you as soon as it is up and running.
RAFFLE - Philadelphia Games Development Committee
posted 11/02/2011
To purchase a ticket, send an email to the Club, message us on Facebook or contact Ciaran directly at 267.581.9394.
Gaelic Games have been a part of the Irish Community in Philadelphia and its surrounding counties for well over 100 years. Yet when our children sign up for sports at their local elementary or high school, Gaelic Football, Hurling and Camogie are usually not options. When children head off to colleges here and across the country, Universities with Gaelic programs are limited.
The Philadelphia Games Development Committee, headed by our own Ciaran Porter is working diligently to change this so that all youth have the opportunity to participate in Gaelic games from the elementary school level through college. Spread the word, Gaelic Games are coming to your school soon! If you would like to receive more information on the program, schedule a presentation or organize a tutoring program to be conducted at your local school, please contact Ciaran at
.
DANCING LIKE A STAR - Nominee Notification
posted 10/31/2011
We are in the process of contacting all individuals who have been nominated to compete in the "Dancing Like a Star" competition. Congratulations to all of the nominees!
If you have received a notification that you were nominated and are having trouble viewing any of the attachments, please visit the Document section of our website and look in the Event folder to download the information. Best of Luck to all of the nominees!
BANQUET & COSTUME PARTY - Change in Venue
posted 10/27/2011
Due to the weather expected on Saturday, the venue of the Banquet & Costume party has been changed to:
Saint Laurence School
8245 West Chester Pike
Upper Darby, PA 19082
Banquet will still begin at 6pm. Children and Adults, come dressed to impress and win a best dressed prize! (Fancy dress is optional.)
SAINT PAT'S DONEGAL GFC - Annual Golf Outing
posted 10/18/2011
Calling all golfers..... Anyone interested in getting a final tourney in before the weather changes, see attached flyer for info and come out and support the St. Pat's Donegal Golf Outing.
GAA OFFICER TRAINING - Philadelphia Division
posted 10/17/2011
There will be a G.A.A. Officer Training on October 29 & 30 at the Irish Center in Germantown for the Philadelphia/Mid-Atlantic Divisions.
The training is coordinated by GAA Officials from Ireland, in conjunction with Croke Park who will be administering the Training/Workshop Sessions. See Meeting Agenda here, in the GAA Training folder.
A minimum of four members from each youth club are required to attend. If you are interested in attending with the Gaels, please contact the Games Development Administrator:
Ciaran Porter
Philadelphia
Games Development Administrator
Do you know someone who might be interested in being a contestant in the Delco Gaels "Dancing Like a Star" competition? This someone may want to get fit, or may have always wanted to dance or may be a great entertainer. Maybe that person is you.
The Club is accepting nominations for dancers, so here is your chance to apply or nominate someone else you think may be a qualified candidate.
- Nominees can be male or female.
- All dancers will be amateur.
- Dancers will be required to train a minimum of 3-4 hours a week for 6 weeks.
- The Club will provide the services of a professional instructor for all dancers.
- Dance partners must coordinate availability and practices with their instructor.
- Dancers will be required to learn three individual dances.
- Costumes will be provided by the Club.
- Hair & Makeup Artist will be on location at Event.
- Contestants must be over 21.
Please submit all nominations by Monday, October 17, 2011 at midnight. Contestants selected will be revealed at the Annual Christmas Party & Nite at the Races, December 10.
SAVE THE DATE.... A NIGHT OF "DANCING LIKE A STAR" C
posted 10/08/2011
SAVE THE DATE - The Delco Gaels present, A Night of "DANCING LIKE A STAR" Competition, February 24, 2012 @8pm at the Springfield Country Club.
Annual Banquet & Costume Party
posted 10/03/2011
It's that time of year again! Join us as we celebrate the Club, and our members who have excelled in the current year. This year's banquet will begin at 6pm on October 29 at Grasslyn Park & Hall in Havertown. Come dressed to impress, and you may be our Costume Winner of the Night (fancy dress optional). Click below for more details.
2012 ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE - Submit a Theme!
posted 10/02/2011
Visit the St. Patrick's Day Parade website to submit your suggestions for the 2012 Theme!
CLUB STORE
posted 10/02/2011
Check out the Club Store for the latest available gear!!!!
CLUB SURVEY - Twitter Account
posted 09/15/2011
Do you think the Club should have a Twitter account? Click here to submit your answer!
2011 CYC - Boston - Club Report
posted 09/09/2011
Congratulations to the Club on a tremendously successful participation in this year's CYC. As we walked around the fields at the Cultural Center in Canton, everywhere you turned there was a Delco Gaels jersey. O'Neills reported numerous requests to purchase our gear, so not only were we large in numbers, we were styling too!
There are so many thank yous to be extended ..... more info.
Delco Gaels Capture National Titles at the CYC!
posted 09/09/2011
U8 Players Tara Sheehan, Kylie Brogan, Joe McDaid & Jack McDaid get ready for their semifinal against Rockland.
In the largest Gaelic games tournament held outside of Ireland, over 2,000 children from the United States and Canada compete annually in the traditional Irish sports of Gaelic football, hurling and camogie. In this, the 8th year of the tournament known as the Continental Youth Championships, over 100 children from the Delco Gaels club, took to the fields of Boston on August 4-7..... more info
Philly Games Development Surpassing Expectations!
posted 09/09/2011
The Philadelphia Games Development Officer, Ciaran Porter, with the North American Ladies National Champions.
There is no doubt that the future of Gaelic games in the United States is the youth. The 8th Annual Continental Youth Championships were held on Aug 4 – 7, at the Irish Cultural Center in Canton, MA. Over 2,000 players from North America, New York, Canada (Toronto), Ireland (Derry) and England (Lancashire) traveled to the games this year. 162 teams, 13 fields, 303 games, over 4 days, made this the largest CYC to date..... more info
Respect Initiative!
posted 09/08/2011
Check out the latest GAA Initiative...... Give Respect! Get Respect! Our Games, our Choice.
For posters from the Respect Initiative, click here.
New Web-Based Communications System
by Anna posted 09/05/2011
DG today began testing a whole new club management and communications system that should revolutionize the way we run our club. Highlights include the following features:
Club news and information pages.
Home pages for all teams.
Online schedules for the league as well as individual teams in a variety of formats, including a multi-team schedule for families.
Email notifications of schedule changes.
Game results and player statistics.
League standings.
Online member database.
Customizable, online registration system.
Team Rosters.
Blast emails to select groups of members.
DG will be testing these new features over the next 30 days to evaluate the many ways the club and its members can benefit.
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