DDSL x CJ Fallon Official Partnership
CJ Fallon Announced as DDSL’s Official Education Partner
DDSL is delighted to announce a new partnership with CJ Fallon, one of Ireland’s leading primary and post-primary educational publishers, as the league’s Official Education Partner.
As one of Ireland’s most respected youth football leagues, DDSL plays a central role in developing young talent and providing opportunities for thousands of boys and girls to enjoy football in an organised, inclusive and competitive environment.
Many of Ireland’s leading footballers began their journeys in grassroots leagues such as DDSL, underlining the important role that well-structured youth football plays in the development of young people and communities.
Since 1895, CJ Fallon has been committed to supporting the education of young people throughout Ireland by publishing high-quality primary and post-primary textbooks, digital learning resources, study aids and revision materials.
The new partnership brings together two organisations with shared values around education, participation, development and inclusion. As part of the partnership, DDSL members will have access to exclusive discounts across selected CJ Fallon digital products, study aids and revision guides.
CJ Fallon will also support the DDSL’s new Junior Match Official Programme and will sponsor the DDSL Kennedy Cup and Gaynor Cup teams for the next three years.
Niall O’Driscoll, Chairman of the DDSL, said:
“We are delighted to welcome CJ Fallon as our Official Education Partner. This partnership represents a strong alignment of values around education, participation, development and community, and we look forward to working together to support grassroots football across the league.”
Brian Gilsenan, CEO of CJ Fallon, said:
“We are incredibly proud to partner with DDSL, an organisation that has made such a positive impact on youth football for generations. We are honoured to support the players, clubs, coaches, families and volunteers who give so much to the game every week.”
About DDSL
The Dublin & District Schoolboys/Girls League (DDSL) is one of Ireland’s leading youth football leagues, providing organised football for more than 55,000 players across Dublin and surrounding areas.The league is supported by more than 12,000 volunteers, whose commitment and dedication help drive grassroots football and create opportunities for young players in communities throughout the region.
About CJ Fallon
CJ Fallon has been at the forefront of primary and post-primary educational publishing in Ireland since 1895.The company is committed to providing Irish teachers and students with high-quality print and digital teaching and learning resources designed to support education both inside and outside the classroom.


