DDSL Club Secretaries Meeting NEW DATE

Please note the DDSL Club Secretaries Meeting scheduled for next Thursday 10th October has been cancelled due to the Men’s Nations League Irish International fixture Finland v Ireland. This was an oversight on our part & thanks to Elaine Harrington Peamount Utd for bringing it to our attention during the week. Apologies for the oversight & looking forward to a Win on Thursday.

 

Details of the re-scheduled meeting is as follows:

DDSL Club Secretaries Meeting

 

Please note the next DDSL Club Secretaries meeting will now take place as follows:

 

  • Date:  Thursday 24th October 2024

 

  • Time: 7.15pm to 9.15pm

 

  • Venue:  National Sports Campus Conference Room (Beside FAI H/O)

 

  • All clubs are required to provide a representative in the absence of their secretary.

 

See you all on Thursday 24th October 2024 & once again apologies for any inconvenience.

 

Important Notice – Club Secretaries

Dear Secretary,

We are writing to inform all clubs that the DDSL Disciplinary Unit has issued several sanctions to clubs following red cards issued to unregistered players over the last few weeks.

See details of the sanctions below.

Please note that following issuance of a red card sanction in the above game which has highlighted the player concerned is unregistered and was ineligible to play , the Disciplinary Committee has issued the following decision.

Fine: €100.00 to the Club.

Sanction; loss of Match with 3 points awarded to opposition and a further 6 points deduction.

The Disciplinary Committee, having considered the match delegate’s report and all other information available to them, finds a breach of Rule Section 2 , Sub section 1, Rule 1.1, Rule 1.3 and Rule 5.1  of the current DDSL rule book issued in August 2024 and sanctions your Club/Individual  with the above referenced fine and or sanction.

https://ddsl.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/DDSL-Rule-Book-2024-2025-Season-D3.pdf


IT IS IMPORTANT ALL PLAYERS ARE REGISTERED,PLACED ON TEAM PANELS BEFORE THEY PLAY TO ENSURE INSURANCE COVER IS IN PLACE AND ARE IN FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE RULES, AS SANCTIONS ARE QUITE ONEROUS ON BOTH PLAYERS AND CLUBS.

 

Please be advised that the league is carrying out checks on player registration, Panel /Player placements and the number of players allocated to panels over the next two weeks to ensure

the compliance, integrity of the rules and competitions.

Thanking you for your co-operation in this regard.

IMPORTANT NOTICE ON PLAYER REGISTRATIONS

All Players must be approved to play in the DDSL each season for their club via our registration portal on the DDSL website.

As of 5pm Friday 6th September , with over 33,000 applications received ,Players born 2007 to 2012 are all approved by our team.

665 applications have been rejected for ‘’needs more information ‘’are not eligible until

actioned by the parent and approved by the league.

ONLY APPROVED PLAYERS CAN BE PLACED ON CLUBS TEAM PANELS.

With all players due to play next weekend it is recommended that all players complete registration

by Wednesday 11th to allow time for approvals to be processed as we are expecting a further 15,000 registrations.

We would remind everyone to follow the correct ID/Photo requirements to ensure approval happens and your child can play.

Please refer to help on the web and videos etc to ensure smooth registrations.

We have dealt with over 1000 rejected photos,400 no ID’s and 30 forged ID’s. Which results in duplicate work for our team.

Thank you to all involved especially our approvals team who are putting in long hours to ensure your child can play!

DDSL Rule Book Season 2024/25

DDSL Rule Book Season 2024/25

The rule book was passed at the football AGM of clubs on 12th August 2024.

All clubs should read and understand the many changes in operation for the coming season.

 

We ask all to club to ensure all managers/Coaches are familiar with the rules.

 

Only contact from/via club secretaries/approved fixture secretaries will be accepted by the league

through the appropriate channels this season as per rules.

 

The league is reviewing some competition minute rules and will be in touch with clubs in due course

DDSL Rule Book 2024-2025 Season D3

 

Important Notice to all Clubs

Dear Club Secretary,

 

As you can appreciate the League activity is full on now with the main objective of getting teams up and running.

 

We have no doubt clubs are feeling the same pressures and workloads.

 

  • We have now over 3,500 teams registered to play which is a challenge!
  • This includes almost 800 girl’s teams with over 12,000 players.

 

We need your assistance in communications within your club on a few matters.

 

    1. Communications to the league will only be accepted by the club Secretaries.(not coaches/managers/parents)
  • Any queries from clubs will only be accepted via registrations@ddsl.ie in relation to formations etc.
  • Player’s registrations are open with almost 10,000 players registered and clubs should ensure players are registered at least 3 days before their first game to allow clubs allocate them to panels.
  • Clubs need to refer to DDSL website for information and notices currently at this time.
  • Important for clubs to communicate to all parents that most information that they need is on the DDSL website .

 

Please note feedback for draft leagues(u13 to 18) is now closed with fixture secretaries working on finalised divisions and fixtures.

 

We will be issuing drafts for U12’s and younger this week closing on Sunday for feedback from club secretaries. Feedback will only be accepted viaregistrations@ddsl.ie

 

Also reminding chubs of start dates are :

All 17s & 18s – Boys and Girls:                                                                                  Weekend of Friday 30th August to Sunday 1stSept 2024

U13s to U16’s…Boys and Girls…including Girls u13…9-a-side Divisions:        Sat 7th & Sun 8thSept 2024

All SSG Games & u12’s …Boys and Girls:                                                                Sat 14th& Sun 15th Sept 2024

Note:

  • No cancellations will be permitted as per 24/25 rules.
    • Please also note games will take place on bank holiday weekends apart from Easter 2025 with the emphasis on keeping the teams playing at all times where possible.
  • Cup finals weekend has been set for the weekend of 2nd/5th May 2024.

Please see attached important DDSL CLUB Information along DDSL contact details.

 

Thank you for your patience at this time and appreciate your support in getting started for the coming season.

 

Mick Kennedy

General Manager

 

DDSL CLUB INFO Aug 2024

LIST OF DDSL FIX SEC…..OPERATIONS…..FOOTBALL AUGUST 2024

U13 – U16 Draft League Information

Dear Secretaries.

The divisions for the under 13s – 16s  (boys & girls) are now available on the website for viewing.

https://ddsl.ie/drafts/

Please review ASAP, should you have any queries please send them to the following email address only registrations@ddsl.ie 

Ensure you include in your email all and any relevant information for your request, to allow the FSMT to make a final decision if a change will be permitted – please note all requests MUST be submitted by close of business 5pm on Saturday 17th August 2024.

 

PLEASE NOTE:

U17/18 league drafts now Completed

Player Registrations Now Open

Player Registrations are now open for the 2024/2025 Season

Full details are within the link for new and existing players

It is recommended this is completed early to ensure they can play when season starts

To be completed at least 1 week before the players first match of the season

Player Registrations

FAI x DDSL Summer Workshops

 

We are delighted to be working with the FAI to bring you the below Workshops. Can you forward to all coaches in your club and ask them to follow the link to book onto a Workshop.

– Female in Football: How the female cycle affects performance and how we can manage this ?

– Parent Awareness Workshop: The role of the parent and how they can best support the player, the team and the club.
– Volunteer Support: How can we retain and recruit new volunteers ensure they feel valued in our club.

To see all of the offerings, dates & times, and to register you can do so here: FAI Club Project Summer Workshops RSVP

Please join the FAI, the DDSL, and Clubs over the next 3 months in a variety of free to attend Club Project Workshops. Click the link for more details and register here: https://forms.office.com/e/gRNwqMShye

DDSL Booking Document PDF Club Project Summer Graphic

DDSL Booking Document PDF

DDSL Season 2024 – 2025 Expression of Interest

Phase 1 Expression of Interest for season 2024 – 2025

The PHASE 1 ONLINE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST PROCESS will remain live until 5PM on Friday
May 10th. Any Club who has not completed in this window will be placed on a waiting list by
the League.

Any matter relating to the process or inability to complete the process please send your
email to eoi@ddsl.ie only, as this ensures direct communications with the electronic
helpdesk dealing directly with the process.

Note: The Electronic Helpdesk is not responsible for the content submitted by any club, or
the outcome of any application. Applications will be reviewed by a Selections Committee
formed by the League.

As a League we look forward to receiving the completed PHASE 1 ONLINE EXPRESSION OF
INTEREST FORMS at the earliest date.

 

THIS PHASE 1 RELATES ONLY TO THE FOLLOWING CLUB STATUS.
[TYPE 1] NEWLY FORMED CLUBS where the 2024 – 2025 season is the inaugural
season for the Club who wish to:
• Start new teams in the DDSL.
[TYPE 2] EXISTING FORMED CLUBS (Non DDSL) who do not have teams in the
DDSL in the current season 2023 – 2024, but wish to either:
• Start new teams in the DDSL.
• Transfer existing teams from another league into the DDSL for the season
2024 -2025.
[TYPE 3] EXISTING FORMED CLUBS (DDSL) who do have teams in the DDSL in the
current season 2023 – 2024 but wish to:
• Transfer teams from another league into the DDSL for the season 2024 –
2025.
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PHASE 1 DOES NOT APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING CLUB STATUS.
[TYPE 4] EXISTING FORMED CLUBS (DDSL) in the current season 2023- 2024 who:
• Do not have team\teams to transfer from another league to the DDSL.
• Do not wish to transfer team\teams from another league to the DDSL for the
2024- 2025 season.
[TYPE 4] Clubs will enter the Expression of Interest at a later date in May 2024
the league will provide a notification date late April in this matter.
For [TYPE 1, 2 ,3] Clubs ONLY
Please complete the following information and return to eoi@ddsl.ie
CLUB NAME:
CLUB SECRETARY NAME:
CLUB SECRETARY MOBILE:
CLUB SECRETARY EMAIL:
Once received the League will enter the club details into the DDSL FUSION System and
provide a unique Username and Password to allow you complete the

 

PHASE 1 ONLINE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM.
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Please note for clubs of [TYPE 1, 2, 3] it is the sole responsibility of the club in question to
ensure that all relevant documentation has been received to allow for the possibility of a
transition to the DDSL to take place for the season 2024- 2025.
PLEASE ENSURE ALL DOCUMENTATION (INCLUDING EMAILS AS PROOF OF COMMUNICATION)
HAVE BEEN RETAINED, SOUGHT, AND ACTIONED BY ALL PARTIES WITHIN THE TIMEFRAMES AS
LAID DOWN IN THE RULES OF THE RELEVANT ASSOCIATIONS AND THE FAI AS THE NGB.

Click on Link below to Access and Download PDF

DDSL PHASE 1 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Dublin’s Q102 Announces Partnership with Dublin & District Schoolboys/girls League

Introducing Feel Good Football

Dublin entertainment & audio brand, Q102, home of Ryan Tubridy, announced an exciting & exclusive partnership called Feel Good Football today with the leading youth football development league in Dublin, the DDSL. This collaboration marks a significant partnership within the grassroots football community, as two iconic Dublin brands join forces to support increasing participation in youth football and a specific focus on bringing a sense of fun back to the sport as well as creating pathways to welcome new players to the league and keep them actively involved, especially young females as well as taking on the culture and behaviours that negatively impact kids and create barriers to progress. 

As part of this official partnership, Q102 will actively engage and work with the DDSL, it’s Clubs and the football community, providing extensive coverage of league events, player highlights, and behind-the-scenes stories using its multi platform offering across FM listeners, digital streaming and incredible access to Q102’s social channels. Through on-air promotions, digital platforms, and live broadcasts, Q102 aims to amplify the excitement surrounding youth soccer in Dublin and spotlight the dedication and passion of young athletes.

“We are delighted to partner with the Dublin District Schoolboys & Girls League, to create Feel Good Football, said Vivienne Nagle, Managing Director, Q102 “ We’re hugely aware of the importance of community engagement and the positive impact of sports on young people’s lives. Our aim is to support the development of local boys & girls and celebrate their achievements of young athletes in Dublin. In conjunction with this partnership and the platform we will offer the DDSL, we have created the Feel Good Football campaign, where we aim to bring back the Feel Good factor to underage football and get more kids involved in playing the beautiful game.”

The DDSL, founded in 1943, has a rich history of nurturing soccer talent in Dublin with almost 3,000 teams and 45,000 players involved in 1,500 games every weekend. The DDSL plays a vital role in the grassroots soccer community, giving children all the benefits that sport brings to the development of our current and future generations.

. “We are thrilled to partner with Q102,” said Niall O Driscoll, Chairman at the DDSL. “This collaboration represents a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness of youth soccer in Dublin and inspire the next generation of players. Together with Q102, we look forward to creating memorable experiences for our Clubs, players, coaches, and supporters. Through this partnership, Q102 and the DDSL aim to inspire young athletes, promote active lifestyles, and strengthen community ties through the power of soccer”

Pictures available for download here

For media inquiries, please contact:

Dublin’s Q102 (Football Liaison Officer) Gary Bailey   gary.bailey@q102.ie

Dublin’s Q102 (Football Liaison Officer) John Fitzpatrick    football@q102.ie

Web – Q102.ie/football

DDSL (Director of Football) Barry Ferguson     barry.ferguson@ddsl.ie

DDSL (General Manager)  Mick Kennedy         gm@ddsl.ie