You will be protecting the lives of many people by staying home.
I know a lot of us, including myself, didn’t take COVID-19 as seriously as we should have at the beginning. But what I do know is, it is not too late to change. We need to protect those vulnerable and ourselves.
We should by now, all be aware of the guidelines to follow, if you want a recap please see the attached link https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ .
The main point I want to get across is the importance of SOCIAL DISTANCING.
I know how much of a sociable club we, Holloway Gaels are, but please ensure we are not meeting up in groups for house parties or social gatherings. YOU will be protecting the lives of many people by staying home.
Stay Safe!

My 5 top tips to keep us sane during these times:

1. Morning Yoga/ stretch - Start your day with some gentle yoga- good for both the body and mind.
2. Home workouts can be a good stress reliever and we don’t want to put back on the winter rolls we have shed after Ciaran’s training sessions.Follow the Foodmedic on Instagram she is putting up daily home workout routines. https://www.instagram.com/thefoodmedic
   
3. Healthy Eating - My favourite Instagram accounts to follow for quick, easy, affordable and healthy meals and snacks https://www.instagram.com/thefoodmedic/   https://www.instagram.com/bobbybyrobertaharr/ https://www.instagram.com/daveynutrition/
   
4. Limit social media and news - It can be overwhelming during this time. Make sure you are staying informed from reliable sources such as the NHS.uk or Gov.uk.I know many of us have rising anxiety during this time, please message or call a friend/teammate if you are struggling. See poem below. 
   
5. Helping the vulnerable - Make sure to help your elderly/ vulnerable neighbours. I have attached a link of a postcard that you can leave on their doorstep or in their letterbox. It gives the option to help by "Picking up shopping", "Posting mail", "A friendly phone call" or "Urgent supplies.” https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L_8GoI1zQ572fBZtElFfQZI9vNEwK7Rf/view

​Written by: Cliona ‘Florence’ Twohig

On Friday March 6th, 19 ladies headed for Stansted airport for the first step of our pre-season trip to The Hague in the Netherlands. It was the second time our club made the trip to The Hague, having thoroughly enjoyed the craic there in 2019.

Once landed, we decided to do what every self-respecting tourist would do when they find themselves on foreign shores and set out to immerse ourselves in local Irish culture. Shelby's was the destination and it didn’t disappoint. Mindful of the fact we had a tournament the next day (or in reality the fact that nowhere would accept Visa or Mastercard and we had limited cash), the beverage intake was limited and we headed back to our hotel early (the next day!).

In our first game we faced Budapest Ladies and whilst it was clear we hadn’t played in several months our perseverance paid off and we came away with a win, the score line reading Holloway Gaels 3-05 Budapest Ladies 0-02. After an extended break we hit the field for game two against Holland Ladies. This was a tougher encounter with the leading position changing hands many times throughout the game. Unfortunately for us, the result at the final whistle was Holloway Gaels 2-03 to Holland Ladies 2-06. Due to the other team in our group not being able to field, it was decided that they would pull out of the remainder of the competition. Unfortunately for us the other results in our group saw us eliminated at this stage. And so it was onto the after party!  At this stage the old motto “What goes on tour stays on tour” rings true!
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Den Haag GAA hosted a wonderful tournament on Saturday with over 30 teams from across Europe. The facilities and organisation on the day and night were great and we extend our gratitude to Mary and all at Den Haag GAA.  

A chairde,

In light of announcements from the Irish Government, Croke Park and the Provincial Council of British Gaelic Football we have to confirm the cancellation of our annual Ann Dunning/Chloe Cup Tournament that was to take place on Saturday March 28th.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause but trust you can appreciate our duty of care to all who attend Holloway Gaels events and our duty to uphold instruction from our governing bodies.

It is our intention to run this tournament at a later stage in 2020 and we will keep you informed of any updates regarding this.

Go raibh maith agaibh.
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Holloway Gaels LGFC 

Following a hugely successful tournament in 2019, Holloway Gaels once again join forces with our neighbours and underage feeder club, North London Shamrocks to host the annual Ann Dunning Tournament / Chloe Cup 2020.

It is the only tournament which hosts adult and underage women's teams in the same tournament.
It takes place in Tottenhall Sports Grounds in North London on 28th March 2020.

Interest in this tournament is very high as usual,  so please get in touch if you would like to enter a team this year.

Pre-season training begins on Wednesday 26th February 2020 and will take place on Wednesdays and Saturday mornings from then onwards.
Get in touch if you would like to join up: recruitmenthollowaygaels@gmail.com
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On a proud night in The Claddagh Ring on the 30th June 2018, Holloway Gaels celebrated in style our 25th Anniversary.

Founding players, Ex-players, current players, club supporters, management, our County Chairwoman, friends, family and everybody else in between was there to make the night memorable.

Many, many thanks to those who helped organise the night in anyway,. An especially big thank you to the sponsors on the night who continue to help the club year in and year out. Thank you to Finbarr and all the staff at the Claddagh Ring who set the night up for us! And to The O'Neill Chlann who came all the way from Westmeath to keep us dancing! 

A special mention to founding member Joan McEvoy who made her away from Ireland for the night, without Joan & Ann Dunning who set the club up back in 1993, there wouldn't be a club here to celebrate 25 years. It goes without saying but the club means more to many girls than just playing football. 

Here's to the next 25 years and the hope that the long awaited breakthrough at Senior Championship is just around the corner!! 

Holloway Gaels Abú

Photo Credit - Lucia Butler - Thank you 

Join us on the 30th June at The Claddagh Ring and help us celebrate 25 years as Holloway Gaels. 

Tickets are now on sale and can be brought through any club member or e-mail hollowaygaels25years@hotmail.com, tickets are £30 for a three course meal and plenty of entertainment guaranteed on the night! 

All players, members & supporters old & new are very welcome on the night. For more information keep an eye on our Facebook & Twitter pages!

#25yearsagael

Holloway Gaels will be hosting a fundraising night on the 13th October in Tommy Flynn's HOlloway Road. They'll be plenty of craic on the night and all are welcome to attend and make a few bets. 
The night will begin from 7.3pm - Please come and support your local ladies GAA team. 

​Holloway Gaels Club Notes 

Round 3 Senior League - 22/05/2017
Holloway Gaels were happy to welcome Round Towers for the first time to Downhills Park. An excellent contest that was end to end throughout ended a two point game in favour of the home team. This game gave HG their third win in league to date. 















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​Round 1 Senior Championship - 11/06/2017
Holloway met reigning champions, Parnell’s in Greenford for 12.30pm throw in. An exciting and clean game of football but unfortunately Parnell’s were able to use the strong wind much better and held a solid lead at half time that Holloway couldn't trim. Well done to both teams on a great game of football (team photo above -  by Lucia Butler).

Next up 
The Gaels welcome newly promoted Tir Chonaill Gaels to Downhills on Wednesday 21st June 2017, throw in 7.30pm.

Downhills Gathering - Sat 24th June 2017
Next Saturday, 24th Holloway Gaels Ladies, Eire Og and Finsbury Park Rugby Club will be holding a sports day. From 12pm on-wards, locals and anybody interested in attending are welcome to join the three teams for some fun in sun (hopefully). 

Interested in playing football in London? 
Holloway Gaels is your team. We are the most centrally based team in London, Downhills Park North London. We are a senior club with a fabulous squad and a decent social scene (always a good thing!). All abilities are welcome, for more info contact our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/holloway.gaels.9/ or e-mail secretaryhollowaygaels@gmail.com 

Senior League – Round 2 - Greenford 

A very well contested game whereby the scoreline under-valued the Murphy's. Holloway were pleased to get another win under the belt!
Well done to the new players who made their debut on the day. 

Next game Holloway welcome Round Tower's to Downhills on Monday evening 22nd May

Credit to Lucia Butler who kindly took the photos on the day.

On Saturday 6th May, Ciara Holland (ex-Holloway superstar) kindly invited the the Gaels to the home of North London Shamrocks to pass on some quality tips to the rising stars of ladies football.

The young girls are partaking in the 'Gaelic4Girls' program which introduces Gaelic football and helps develop their skills. The program continues on Saturdays from 12.45 - 1.45 and all abilities are welcome.

Holloway had a fantastic morning and are excited to see such talented girls joining the sport. 
Best of Luck!  

Senior League – Round 1 

Holloway Gaels – 8-15
Thomas McCurtains 1-02


​On Saturday afternoon in Goodmayes Holloway Gaels and Thomas McCurtains opened the 2017 Ladies Senior League.


Thomas McCurtains settled into the game straight away with a goal in the opening five minutes. Holloway tried to clear their lines but McCurtains added another point from play and another fantastically taken free by their full forward, leaving it 1-.02 to no score.

After eventually settling into the game, Holloway broke up the pitch and levelled the game in a matter of minutes, points from midfielder Caroline McKay, Gaels newbie Emma McShane and Mary Ellen Cannon rattled the back of the onion bag for her first of the day. 

From here on in it was a one-sided affair although McCurtains battled on but with a strong defence in place Holloway were able to move at pace and pull the game away from the East London side. Holloway captain Caroline Hanley was instrumental in building the attack from defence to attack allowing Cannon to add to her tally for the half with a hat-trick of goals, McShane adding another two and Enya O’Donnell adding two points and a goal, which O’Donnell claimed but may have had some assistance from a McCurtains player.

Half time read Thomas McCurtains 1-.02 Holloway Gaels 5-.06.

Again, McCurtains started the second half brightly but the Gaels defence were able to snuff out any form of attack. Emma Mulhern and Ruanne Hunt showing great strength. O’Donnell and Hanley both with a point from play. Clare Cullen added to the goal count. And further points from Holloway legend Aileen Brady-Bryne, McShane, Cannon and Ann Marie Fitzgerald meant the Gaels were out of sight.

McCurtains continued to apply pressure but the gaels defence were not giving in so easily, Holloway keeper Sheila Walshe was fantastic all afternoon and through constant support from her full back line Caitriona Donnellan, Hunt and Sylvia O’Sullivan was always able to find a black and red shirt.  

Charlotte Faughnan and Holloway trouper Aisling Clifford came on to add to the score board with a goal each. Final points from Fitzgerald and Cullen finished off the game for Holloway.
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An impressive win by the Holloway Gaels but its still early days.