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 x O’Neills Sportswear

O’Neills Sportswear Proudly Announces Partnership with the DDSL as Official Kit Supplier

 

O’Neills Sportswear, a leader in sports apparel and equipment, is delighted to announce an exciting partnership with the Dublin and District Schoolboys’/Girls’ League (DDSL), underpinning its commitment to fostering football excellence at the grassroots level.

The DDSL, a prominent youth football league renowned for its dedication to youth development and the promotion of football among boys and girls aged 7 to 18 years, has partnered with O’Neills Sportswear as its Official Kit Supplier.

O’Neills is the largest and leading sportswear manufacturer on the island of Ireland. Established in 1918, the Irish-owned and operated company specialise in the design, manufacture, personalisation, and supply of sportswear globally. With a passion for sport, supporting local communities and empowering players at all levels, O’Neills will provide cutting-edge football kits, training gear, and equipment to the DDSL.

Cormac Farrell, Business Marketing Manager of O’Neills states; “We are thrilled to be the new Official Kit Supplier of the Dublin and District Schoolboys’/Girls’ League, an organisation that shares our commitment to fostering the next generation of football talent. Through this partnership, we aim to provide top quality, performance-driven kits that empowers players to reach their full potential and creates an exciting matchday experience for everyone involved.”

The collaboration between O’Neills and the DDSL reflects the mutual commitment to the growth of football in the community and further reinforces O’Neills’ position as a leading supporter of grassroots sports.

Niall O’Driscoll Chairman of the DDSL is delighted with Partnering ‘O’Neills’ saying ‘’ To be able to continue the long relationship between the DDSL & O’Neills is very exciting and well done to all concerned. Supporting Irish is important to the DDSL and to inspire the next generations to do so is even more important. We have no doubt this partnership will benefit all the stakeholders in the football community.’’

The DDSL with a membership of over 130 clubs in the capital, almost 3,000 teams, 11,000 volunteers, and 45,000 players continues to be the largest league in the country delivering over 1,500 games each week for children in the capital.

As part of the partnership, O’Neills will work closely with the DDSL to design and deliver bespoke kits that capture the essence of the league and inspire players and supporters alike.

For more information about O’Neills and the Dublin and District Schoolboys’/Girls’ League, please visit www.oneills.com and https://ddsl.ie/ .

 

Media Contact:

Cormac Farrell; Business Marketing Manager;cfarrell@oneills.ie

Chris Dodd ; Commercial Manager ; media@ddsl.ie  

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