Western Divisional Board AGM this Sun Feb 9th @ 2.30pm at the UICC!!!!!

On Sunday next, February 9th the Western Divisional Board (SF GAA), will hold its Annual General Meeting starting at 2:30pm at the UICC.


All Adult & Youth members are encouraged to attend.
 

www.sanfranciscogaa.com

TOM ROSS FAMILY BENEFIT NITE SATURDAY FEB 22ND 7PM-12.30AM AT ST STEPHEN'S PARISH CENTER!!!

 

 

TOM ROSS FAMILY BENEFIT NITE

Saturday, February 22, 7:00pm - 12:30am

St Stephen Parish Center

473 Eucalyptus Drive (at 22nd Ave)

 

Cash Raffle, Live and Silent Auction Featuring Vacation Packages, Sports Tickets and More

Music and Dancing from the 70-90s Provided by DJ EWORC

Donations Accepted at the Door; Raffle Tickets Available at Local Irish Establishments

In August 2013, Tom Ross, 52, a native of Dunmanway, Co. Cork and longtime resident of San Francisco, received a devastating diagnosis of renal cancer. Within a month, Tom and his family discovered that his aggressive cancer had spread to his brain and spine. After thoughtfully considering their options for a peaceful and comfortable recovery, Tom, his wife Lorraine, and 10 year old daughter Cassie,made the difficult, heartfelt but, ultimately, best decision to return to the comfort and care of his family home in Cork.

Now confined to a wheelchair, Tom cannot work and he and his family face mounting costs associated with his palliative treatment and rehabilitative care. With the unconditional love and support of his family, Tom continues to fight valiantly and courageously. However, his prognosis for a full reovery remains very uncertain at this time.

We would truly value and apppreciate your critical support for the Ross Family. If you have any questions, please contact the committee at (415) 867-4974 or development@ststephenschoolsf.org. Thank you!

To donate, please send checks made payable to Tom Ross Family Benefit to:

945 Taraval Street, P.O Box 410

San Francisco, CA 94116

OR

Make a Secure, Online Donation via:

https://www.giveforward.com/fundraiser/21s3/tom-ross-fund



 

SAN FRANCISCO YOUTH GAA IRISH SPORTS WINTER CAMP!!!!

SAN FRANCISCO YOUTH GAA IRISH SPORTS WINTER CAMP!!!!

We are delighted to announce our first WINTER IRISH SPORTS CAMP IN BURLINGAME

 

 

Location: Roosevelt Elementary School
1151 Vancouver Ave
Burlingame

Dates: Mon Dec 30, Thurs Jan 2 & Fri Jan 3.

 

Time: 9am to 1pm.

 

Cost: $90 for 3 days or $35 per day.

 

 

 

Please send kids with: Runners, Lunch, Hurley & Helmet, Shin guards and mouth guard! We will have extra Hurley's & Helmet's at camp!

 

 

 

Please email peninsulayouthgaa@gmail.com if you wish your child to attend the camp, limited places available!!!!!

SF Youth GAA, IIPC & UICC CHRISTMAS PARTY THIS SUN DEC 15TH 11AM TO 3PM!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi All,



The SF Youth GAA in conjunction with the Irish Immigration Pastoral Center and the United Irish Cultural Center are hosting a Christmas party this Sunday the 15th of December from 11am to 3pm at the Cultural Center. There will be a range of activities for the kids to do, Santa will be in attendance at 12 noon.

Tea, coffee, hot chocolate & soft drinks will be provided, and parents are welcome to bring festive baked goods to share, and the bar will be open.


Hope to see you there!!!!!!!!!!

NEW RULES OF FOOTBALL 2014 SEASON!!!!!!

NEW RULES OF FOOTBALL 2014 SEASON!!!!!!



The GAA launched its Training Programme to inform and educate players, referees managers, supporters and members about the new Rules of Football which come into effect on January 1 next.
These include the introduction of the new black card and the introduction of the advantage rule amongst others.


The extensive Training Programme as presented to the national media involves:

1. Video/DVD

2. E-Learning Course

3. Presentation to Referees

4. Handout for Refs


Over the next six weeks, eleven specially trained Referee Tutors will deliver the Training course to football referees in each of the 32 counties, as well as Britain, with all the various resources available to all other International Units.
Central Council recently decided that it is compulsory for all referees to attend the Training Course to be eligible to referee in 2014.


The E-Learning Course and specially commissioned Educational Video are available on www.gaa.ie/ rules and it is hoped that players, administrators, team mangers, referees and supporters would view these resources which are available to all.
All referees and clubs will receive a copy of the DVD over the coming weeks.
Today’s information briefing for the media was attended by Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael Liam Ó Néill; Pat McEnaney, Chairperson of the National Referees Committee and Patrick Doherty, National Match Officials Manager.


Click here for a detailed look at some of the new rules and here for some frequently asked questions, which should be helpful for players, officials and supporters.


http://www.gaa.ie/gaa-news-and-videos/daily-news/1/0511131727-champion-15-award-winners/

NEW RULES ON MOUTHGUARDS FOR 2014 SEASON!!!!!!!!!!!!

NEW RULES ON MOUTHGUARDS FOR 2014 SEASON!!!!!!!!!!!!



Since January 1st 2013, it has been mandatory for players in age grades up to and including minor to wear a mouthguard in all Gaelic Football practice sessions and games.


From January 1st 2014, this rule will apply to Gaelic footballers in all age grades.



KEY POINTS

• Gaelic footballers in all age grades must wear a mouthguard from January 1st 2014

• It is the responsibility of each individual player to use a mouthguard

• A properly fitted mouthguard is the best available protective device for reducing the incidence and severity of sports-related dental injuries

• Players can be sent-off in a game for not wearing a mouthguard

• Players will not be covered under the GAA player injury scheme if they don’t comply with the mouthguard rule

• No Mouthguard? No Game!



This information has been compiled to assist GAA Clubs, players, parents, coaches and referees in complying with the provisions of the rule.

GALWAY GAA SUPPORTERS CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO UPCOMMING EVENTS!!!

Hi All,



Info about Galway Supporters Club upcoming events;