Club News
GAA Congress Documentation
I know we often complain about GAA distribution of finances (maybe well founded, maybe not) but, to be fair, we do at least publish our reports so here, attached, is the finances presented at Congress so those of us that have the inclination read and understand (and question if appropriate). Please see attached for your information:- a) Report of an tÁrd Stiúrthóir 2016 b) GAA Annual Financial Report year-ending 31st October 2015 c) Congress Motions Kind regards, John Costello
Mary Caprani (nee Duffy) RIP
We wish to express our condolences to Vincent Caprani and family of Mary Caprani who passed away Tuesday. Mary was grandmother to a lot of Sylvesters members including Moire McGrath, Joe Duffy and Lee Duffy and will be sadly missed by all. Funeral details attached from RIP.IE
Rita LOWTH RIP - Gina Lillis' mother
The club would like to send its condolences to Gina and Aidan Lillis and their family on the death of Gina's mother Rita. Aiden is our juvenile referee coordinator and Gina has provided a lot of help and direction on decor for our new look and very successful clubhouse and we are very appreciative of your efforts, Funeral details are attached from RIP.IE
Message from the Chairman re plans for 2016
As we embark on a new season and having been returned as Chairman at our AGM last November I think now is a good time to share some of the exciting projects and developments we have planned for 2016.
Mass for deceased Members
Saturday 27th Feb in St Sylvester's Church at 10:00 has been penciled in as the Mass for deceased members.
Margaret Carty RIP
St Sylvesters would like to express our condolences to James Carty on the passing of Margaret on Monday 18th. Margaret and James are long time members and supporters of St Sylvesters and Margaret will be sadly missed.
Syls News 15th Jan
Academy re-starts this Sat Syls Academy returns this Saturday for Girls football, Boys football & hurling at 1:30pm. The girls will train as normal at the ballwall. The boys on the hockey pitch beside their normal training pitch. Boys should wear runners NOT FOOTBALL BOOTS on the hockey pitch. Check with theSyls Twitter (http://stsylvesters.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0aa579c4c0ff7972799d90d32&id=20509c95f9&e=f19ebef455) if in any doubt about weather cancellations
Dublin County Board and Nama - Qué!!
I noted an article in the Business Post that Nama have sold a 10 acre site in South County Dublin to Stillorgan Rugby Club for €30k per acre, very nice, good for them. Interesting that the same Nama could not find it in their gift to sell the Spawell site to Dublin County Board recently for region €200k per acre. Questions should be asked, maybe their is a reasonable explanation but is is not obvious from here. Read John Costelloe's comments in his Annual Report. John also made other comments of frustration re Nama and other GAA Clubs. Is it good enough that the we meekly accept that a Goverment appointed agent can treat us in this manner?
Mary Taaffe RIP
The U15 Football Management, squad and parents wish to extend their condolences to Billy Taaffe and his family on the death of his mother, Mary. Mary's grandsons Danny and Charlie are valued members of our U15s and U12s.
Andrea O'Loughlin RIP - former ladies player
It is very sad to report the untimely passing of Andrea, a young girl and a handy footballer who wore the Syls jersey with pride for many years. (Malahide, Co. Dublin): Jan 3 2016, suddenly. Andrea, will be very sadly missed by her heartbroken parents Maria and Colm, her much loved brother Peter, aunts and uncles, cousins and in particular Anna who was always there for her, extended family and many friends. Rest in Peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam usail.
Thursday 8.00pm Nutrition - Monday 21st 7.00pm JOhn Leonard
Just to inform you of two upcoming talks happening in the Club over the next few days which are potentially of great interest to all Juvenile Mentors.
John Leonard at Syls Mon 21st at 7.00pm
Former Championship winning Syls goalie, Dub Sub and author of the Sports Book of the Year, John Leonard is coming back to the club on Monday 21st December at 7pm to talk about Bad stuff happens, how you chose to react will define your life John will also talk about success and failure and the impact of alcohol. This is a great opportunity for young players to hear Johns story, it is also an opportunity for parents to meet John as I am sure his book is in everyone’s Christmas Stocking. John will also sign copies of his book for club members. Can you get this out to as many people as possible through email, Facebook and website? Thanks, Ernie
A little thank you for GV and Michael
The Trustees, House and Executive committee got together for a meal in The Scotch Bonnet. During the pre-dinner drinks in the club we presented Gv Wright and Michael Howard with books that have captured the press reports of all the GAA Football All-Ireland finals. A small token to acknowledge the support and guidance we have received from these two great St Sylvester's supporters
Peter Comey RIP - John (Daly) Comey's brother
HIs friends and colleagues at St Sylvesters send our condolences to John on the passing of his brother Peter. John is another unsung hero and worker at Syls, always covering off the many maintenance and troublesome jobs and a great supporter of the Dubs. We are sorry for your loss John.
Sylvesters Golf Society - Social Fri Dec 11th
Sylvester's Golf Society is having a bash on Friday night next in the club bar. Not to play golf but to talk about it!! Trad Music by the Jiggers !! We're looking for extra new members for 2016 and would love to get some of the many club members that play golf to come and have a beer and perhaps join the society. It's worth noting all existing society members are also club members. Do support us by coming along if possible. A Baker Captain 2016 J Coughlan. Secretary
Sam Visits Syls Clubhouse December 2015
This morning, the Sam Maguire Cup was in the Syls Clubhouse for families to see and take photos with. Thanks to Panner for organizing the visit.
Ade Stack - Person of the Year 2015
The Stack Family donated the initial €20,000 to St Sylvesters to fund the Ball Wall in honour of Tim who was one of the men to bring hurling to Malahide. Ade is pictured here turning the sod for the Ball Wall in early 2013. Congratulations on your award, you are an inspiration.
Sheelagh O'DONOGHUE RIP - mother of Gwen O'Connor
St Sylvesters would like to express our condolences to Gwen O'Connor on the recent (26th Nov) passing of her mother Sheelagh, and to Danny, Colm, Shane and Niall, Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam usail.
Syls goalkeeping legend John Leonard wins Sports Book of the Year
Dub Sub Confidential named Setanta Sports Book of the year. Autobiography by former Dublin substitute goalkeeper John Leonard bags inaugural prize. John was a long time player on our Senior Football team, buy his book and make him a best seller, congratulations John.
Sam Maguire at Syls on Sunday
I have secured Sam Maguire for this Sunday morning for a few hours, roughly from 11am to 1pm. Can we get the word out please ? Great opportunity for families and members to get a few pics. Panner
Mary Hussey has passed away RIP
We are sad to report the passing of Mary Hussey, mother of Donal and a long time supporter of St Sylvesters and well known and loved teacher at Scoil Iosa and the Convent, may she rest in peace. Removal on Friday evening to St. Nicholas of Myra Church, Kinsealy arriving at 6.30pm. Funeral on Saturday after 10am Mass to Fingal Cemetery. Family flowers only please.
St Sylvester's Juvenile Section Fundraiser Calendar 2016
St Sylvester's Juvenile Fundraising Calendar 2016 is now available. Pictured with the Calendar (l-r) St Sylvester's & recent All Star Nominee Niamh Mc Evoy who is featured in the Calendar. RTE sports presenter and reserve All Star Winner for Dublin Joanne Cantwell. St Sylvester's would like to acknowledge the kind sponsorship of the Calendar from Airside Oil, McCabes Pharmacy (Malahide) , The Grand Hotel & Peter O'Brein & Sons. Patrick Miskelly Chairperson of St Sylvesters Juvenile Section "Our 2016 calendar is a wonderful way to capture the the vibrancy, energy and inclusiveness of St Sylvesters GAA Club. It makes an ideal gift for family members who can enjoy images of all sections within our club. Calendars are on sale from team mentors and in the club house on Church Road. All proceeds go directly to supporting the playing teams"
Award 1 Child Course
For those who have completed the Foundation Level course we would strongly encourage furthering the skill and knowledge base of all our coaches. To this end Panner has organised the next step along that path. Details and information set out below. Please contact him asap to ensure your place.
Mentors Appreciation Night Sat Nov 28th 8.00pm
As per previous mail,The Club would like to show their appreciation for all the Mentors hard work during the season. The Bar Committee have organised live entertainment for the night and Lead Mentors will be issued with some drinks vouchers for their trusty lieutenants . A few spot prizes will also be up for grabs, although Rod's jacket is firmly staying on his back this time. We would also encourage mentors to invite the parents of their groups and hopefully make it a great night. To ensure that we can all relax on the night, Paddy has been banned from any fundraising activity for one night only [😊 Hope to see you all there., Fergal McStay
Phylis O'Connor RIP (wife of Rory)
We are sad to report the passing of Phylis O'Connor, wife of Rory and a long time member and supporter of St Sylvesters, Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a ainm usal. O'CONNOR (née O'Connor), Phyllis (Malahide) - Nov. 18, 2015 (peacefully), at Beaumont Hospital; sadly missed by her loving husband Rory, brother Paddy, sister-in-law Patricia, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, brothers-in-law, relatives and friends. Reposing at Rock's Funeral Home, Swords. Removal on Saturday morning to St. Sylvester's Church, Malahide, arriving for 10am Mass followed by Funeral to Old Balgriffin Cemetery
Gala Night - Message from Paddy Miskelly
The Gala Night held last week in the Grand Hotel was a great success both financially and as an occasion to make the incredible energy, passion and commitment that has the potential to drive our club forward enormously in the years ahead. For those who attended the event, we hope you enjoyed the occasion and are looking forward to the 2016 event already!
Anthony Cooney's dad Frank has passed away RIP
I am sorry to report that Anthony's dad Frank passed away peacefully today in Waterford, Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a ainm. Mr. Frank Cooney, Ursuline Court, Waterford, who died on Wednesday, 18th November, 2015. Removal from Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack Street, on Friday at 5:30pm to the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly. Requiem Mass on Sunday at 12:30pm. Funeral afterwards to St. Otteran's Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Friends of St. Patrick’s Hospital.
Expanding our Ball Wall Facility
We are in the process of completing the "other side" of the ball wall to effectively double the number of children/players who can use the facility at one time. This will be a particularly useful benefit to children training in hurling or football on dark or wet evenings. As always these works cost money and to assist the process, a special raffle which will be held on the night of St Sylvester's Gala Night on the 14th November. All proceeds from this raffle will go towards this project.
Award 2 Child Program for coaches of players to 12 years
Dublin education programme is designed to support all coaches working at child youth and adult level through specifically planned courses and workshops. The Award 2 child programme planned for The Ward Cross & Parnell Park is due to commence on the 13th November. The course is aimed specifically for coaches who coach children up to 12 years, and the competencies that a coach is required to display when working with this age group. The dual course is 36 hours in duration and covers a number of key modules, as well as Introductory and Conclusion modules