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» New manager appointed for Premier A
Thursday, 16.07.09
PHOTOS: Nippers Academy
New photos of the Nippers Academy Summer Camp 2009 have been posted up on the gallery pages.
TopWednesday, 15.07.09
Junior Soccer Coaches Required
Portmarnock AFC is looking to recruit Junior Soccer Coaches for the coming Season. The role will involve working with the youngest members of our club and teaching them the skills and aiding in their development as footballers in conjunction with their managers in the small sided teams. Those looking to become involved must be turning 16 in this calendar year 2009. There will only be a requirement of one hour a week, Monday to Friday (evenings) or Saturday (morning).
The club will send the coaches to an official FAI Kickstart one training course in the autumn as part of an ongoing training programme. The role will suit an individual who has an interest in pursuing a career in sports and is generally interested in community activity.
For more information and expression of interest please contact Martin Keating at martin.keating[at]bms[dot]com or telephone 086 849 8870.
TopWednesday, 15.07.09
Portmarnock AFC
5–A–Side Soccer Blitz
Wednesday 26th August & Saturday 29th August
Portmarnock AFC underage section is kicking off the new season with a soccer blitz on the last week in August in Paddy’s Hill. We would like to invite non members of the club to participate in the event and enjoy two days of 5–a–side football. If you are new to the area or want to take part, everyone is more than welcome. There will be age groups ranging from under 7 to under 12 for the event. Entry fee is €15.
Venue: Paddy’s Hill, Portmarnock
Who: Under 7 (born 2002) to Under 12 (born 1997)
There will be a registration night on Tuesday 18th August (7–8pm) at the Clubhouse for non members of the club.
For more information contact:
Martin Keating 086 849 8870
Monday, 13.07.09
Under 14 Trials
Under 14 Major DDSL (born 1995) trials and training resumes on Wednesday 22nd July, 2009 at 6:30pm at P.S.L.C.
Contact Kieron King
085 141 6032
Monday, 13.07.09
PAFC Golf Classic 2009
This years PAFC Golf Classic will take place at Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links on Friday 21st August, 2009.
Registration Forms are available for download (PDF, 104KB).
TopTuesday, 30.06.09
FAI Camp
This years FAI Camp is scheduled for Paddy’s Hill 10th–14th August. Places are going quick, enrol at the following link: www.fai.ie or call 1890 653 653 before it’s too late.
The club nor the FAI will NOT be excepting entries on the day.
TopTuesday, 30.06.09
Sporting Fingal FC v Longford Town FC
Guests: Portmarnock AFC
FREE TICKETS
Pre–Match Guard of Honour:
Under 7 (10 kids) and Under 8 (10 kids) teams = 20 Kids in total.
Half–Time Games:
Under 9 (10 kids) vs Under 9 (10 kids) and Under 10 (10 kids) vs Under 10 (10 kids) = 40 kids in total.
Ballboys:
Under 11 (12 kids) = 12 kids in total.
Coaches/Mentors:
3 per team = 21 in total.
Total Free Tickets: 93
Extra Free tickets can be provided to any teams wishing to come as spectators. It may however, be in the club’s interest to sell tickets to all spectators on 50/50 basis, so as to maximise their profit from the event.
50/50 TICKETS
100 of each ticket type (family, adult, concession) will be provided to the club to sell. All profits from the tickets that are sold will be split 50/50 between Portmarnock AFC and Sporting Fingal. All unsold tickets and monies received must be presented to Sporting Fingal before kick–off on Sunday.
KIDS TAKING PART IN THE GAME
All kids taking part in the game (ballboys/half–time game/mascots) are the responsibility of their coaches/mentors.
All kids (including those taking part in the half–time games) must wear runners/shoes. Those taking part in the half–time game should bring football boots to change into before the game.
All ballboys must be wearing bibs so as to distinguish them from all other supporters at the game.
For the purpose of the half–time game, it is recommended that kids wear jerseys/shorts of their team. If jerseys of two teams clash, bibs are recommended. Sporting Fingal will provide goalposts, marker cones and footballs for the half–time games. Portmarnock AFC must provide bibs.
All those taking part in the game will be asked to arrive before 2.00pm. All other spectators are advised to arrive 10 minutes before kick–off to guarantee seat.
Parking may possibly be provided if necessary, though club will need to know in advance how many spots are needed.
TopMonday, 29.06.09
U16A Premier NDSL Trials
We are holding trials for the Under 16A Premier NDSL team next Saturday 4th July at 2pm in Carrickhill.
Please contact Aidan Killen for further information
086 804 2910
Wednesday, 10.06.09
Nippers Soccer Academy
Venue: Paddy’s Hill Astroturf (Adjacent to St. Helen’s School)
Date: Every Saturday morning (inc. bank holidays)
Time: 10:00–11:30
Girls/Boys welcome. Ages 5–7. Qualified coaches supervising.
New season begins 11th July, 2009. All newcomers welcome.
For details, contact Frank Devlin (086 815 0774).
TopWednesday, 10.06.09
Nippers Soccer Camp
Venue: Paddy’s Hill Astroturf (Adjacent to St. Helen’s School)
Date: 6th–10th July, 2009
Time: 10:00–11:30
Girls/Boys welcome. Ages 5–7. Qualified coaches supervising.
For details, contact Frank Devlin (086 815 0774).
TopWednesday, 03.06.09
PAFC Golf Classic 2009
The Portmarnock Soccer Club Golf Classic 2009 will take place on Friday 21st August from 13:30 in the splendid setting of The Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Club.
A shotgun start is planned so that all teams will finish at the same time so as to enjoy the meal and prize–giving together. To accommodate this format, entry is restricted to 23 teams. Cost per team of four is €500 (covering green fee, dinner and prizes).
A number of teams have been entered already so do not delay in getting your team in. You may instead wish to sponsor a hole at a cost of €100. Please contact any of the committee to enter a team or obtain further details.
TopWednesday, 03.06.09
Pre–season training for senior teams
Pre–season training for all senior teams will commence on Thursday July 2nd at 19:15. As always, new players are welcome.
Please contact Mick Earley (Prem A Manager) on 087 620 0905 if you would like any further information.
TopTuesday, 19.05.09
New manager appointed for Premier A
Portmarnock AFC have appointed a new manager for their Premier A side. Mick Earley will take charge of the senior team effective immediately.
On behalf of all at PAFC I would like to wish Mick well and hope he has a successful first season at the club.
Colm Quigley
(Chairman)
