12-12-2010: Christmas greetings.
Wolfe Tone Youth Club wishes all our members, managers, players, parents, sponsors and friends a very happy Christmas and a prosperous and successful New Year!

11-12-2010: Christmas draw result.
Click here to see the result of our Christmas Draw 2010 which was held in Chrissy D's, Friday 10th December. Thanks to everyone who supported the draw, our sellers, sponsors, Chrissy D's and to all who bought tickets.

07-12-2010: WDSL League games off.
All WDSL League games for this weekend, 11th-12th December are off due to the severe weather. The next League fixtures will be on weekend 8th-9th January 2011. Interleague and National Cup games scheduled for 18th-19th December are still on.

06-12-2010: Christmas draw.
Would all managers please ensure they collect and return all Christmas Draw tickets (whether sold or unsold) by this Wednesday evening at the latest. The draw takes place on Friday next, 10th December in Chrissy D's, the Vevay.
**Managers are also asked to return any Lucky Numbers Draw envelopes they have in time for this Thursday night's draw. Thanks for your co-operation during this icy spell.

03-12-2010: WDSL County squads.
U11 County squad- click here.
U12 County squad- click here.
U14 County squad- click here.
U15 County squad- click here.

03-12-2010: Cancellations.
Tomorrow's Academy training has been cancelled as a safety precaution due to the ongoing bad weather. Also, any queries in connection with the Centre should be addressed to James Earls, 087 2365268.

02-12-2010: Lucky Numbers Draw.
Tonight's Lucky Numbers draw has been cancelled as managers have been unable to collect and return envelopes due to the bad weather. The draw resumes next Thursday, 9th December.

01-12-2010: Notice for managers, members.
As there will not be a manager's meeting before the Christmas draw, could all managers please ensure they get all tickets (sold or unsold) back to the club at the earliest opportunity. Any members with tickets are asked to please return them to the club or team manager. The draw takes place in Chrissy D's, the Vevay on Friday 10th December and we hope to see a good turnout on the night, everyone welcome.

30-11-2010: No League football this weekend.

Due to the bad weather all WDSL League games are off this weekend the 4th & 5th of December. The SFAI has also cancelled all National Cup games for this weekend.

29-11-2010: Executive Meeting deferred.
Due to the poor weather conditions the Executive meeting scheduled for tomorrow night has been deferred to Tuesday 7th December at 8pm.

27-11-2010: Christmas draw.
Would all members please ensure they return all Christmas Draw tickets (whether sold or unsold) this week. The draw takes place on Friday 10th December in Chrissy D's, the Vevay and it is important that we get tickets back well in advance of the night.

23-11-2010: Club banner.
Our club banner is missing and we're looking for it back. If you know of the whereabouts of the banner or have it in your possession, please contact the club or drop it back as soon as possible.
30-11-2010: The banner has been located, thanks for it's safe return (no ransom was paid!)

19-11-2010: Help needed.
Wayne Monahan will be selling Christmas Draw tickets in Tesco, Bray on Tuesday and Wednesday next 23rd and 24th November. He is looking for volunteers to help by doing a two hour slot. Contact Wayne on 086 069 5744 or e-mail him waynejmonahan@yahoo.ie before Monday next. All offers of help will be gratefully received.

07-11-2010: Christmas Draw 2010.
Tickets for our Christmas Draw have been distributed and we ask that everyone gives the draw their full support either by buying or selling books of tickets. Please return sold tickets to the club at the earliest opportunity. This year's draw takes place in Chrissy D's, the Vevay on Friday 10th December. To see a full list of prizes, Click here.

04-11-2010: Believe in Zero.
*Link removed*

04-11-2010: Airtricity League play-off.
Bray Wanderers play Monaghan United at the Carlisle Grounds next Monday evening, ko 7.45 in the second leg of the relegation play-off. They have reduced admission prices for this game, adults €10, Child/ OAP €5, season ticket holders €5. Wolfe Tone YC will be providing the half-time entertainment at the game, so why not go along and give Wanderers your support.

03-11-2010: Death of Greg Hannon.
It is with deep sadness that we record the death of Greg Hannon, Ard na Greine. Greg's son Damien plays on our u9A team and this season Greg had gotten involved in helping to coach the team. To his parents and family, his wife Kerrie and his son Damien we extend our deepest sympathies. The funeral mass is at 10am tomorrow (Thursday) in Queen of Peace Church. May he rest in peace.

Paul Bermingham, u9A manager, wrote this tribute to Greg.

Last Tuesday Morning 2nd November, we lost a good friend, and the under 9a team lost a good coach when Greg Hannon passed away peacefully in his home.
Greg's son Damien has been involved with Wolfe Tone since the age of 4 when he joined the Academy, so late last season Greg became part of the coaching crew of the u9a team with Keith, Darren and I.
We were guaranteed a good bit of banter every Tuesday, with Greg guaranteed to be giving out about Rafa Benitez. Greg worked really hard with the kids, especially our goalkeeper Benjamin with whom he probably spent 20 Minutes each session practicing kickouts. Benjamin has reaped the benefits of these sessions already this season. But it wasn't just his work with the kids, it was his interaction, the encouragement he gave them, the pat on the back at the end of a game. Even though we've been struggling a bit this year, Greg was always the optimist; he'd always try get the positives out of a game, regardless of the result or performance.
He'll be sadly missed by us all.
From all the u9 team, players, coaches and parents our deepest sympathies go out to Kerrie and Damien.

30-10-2010: Club gear Christmas pack.
The club has a pack of club gear available as an ideal Christmas present. The pack consists of a club polo shirt, pants and a hoodie. The cost of the pack is €60 for age 7/8- 10/11, €65 for age 13/14 (youths) and €75 for adults, size sml- xxl. Time is short however and orders must be with Con Salmon by next weekend at the latest.

23-10-2010: Kick Start One course, Wolfe Tone YC.
Any managers booked to attend the Kick Start One course in Wolfe Tone YC are advised that the course is on Saturday 6th November, starting at 9am. There is no Friday night element to this course.

15-10-2010: Christmas Draw 2010.
Tickets for our Christmas Draw are now being distributed and we ask that everyone gives the draw their full support either by buying or selling books of tickets. This year's draw takes place in Chrissy D's, the Vevay on Friday 10th December. To see a full list of prizes, Click here.

08-10-2010: Club gear.
Managers are aware of the extra O'Neill's gear which is available, ie tracksuits, tops etc. Any manager wishing to order such gear must place the order with Con or James before the first week in November.

05-10-2010: Loreto training.
On Monday next, 11th October, Declan Bollard WDSL Director of Football, will give a demonstration of coaching to Wolfe Tone YC managers and coaches at Loreto all-weather. The session will run from 7.30- 9pm. All managers and coaches are expected to attend- no players to attend except u14's for demonstration purposes.
From the following Monday, 18th October, Loreto training resumes as normal- u11A, u11B, u11C will train from 7-8pm and u12, u14 and u15 will train from 8-9pm.

05-10-2010: Get well wishes.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Stephen Myler, u11B who is unable to play football at the moment due to a broken arm. Get well soon Stephen from Wolfe Tone YC, hope you're back kicking a ball before too long!

28-09-2010: League disciplinary reminder.
Any player who is subject to discipline by the League, e.g. red card offence, is liable to personally pay any fine imposed by the League on that player. There are no exceptions to this arrangement.

24-09-2010: Bray Youth Art Festival.
*Link removed* At the Seomra Youth Café the Youth Art Festival will run from October 26th- 30th. They are inviting young people and youth groups to contribute. Contributions can range from painting, dance, drama, music, comedy film. Please click on the flier on the left for contact details.

23-09-2010: Girls Football.
As our Girls Academy manager has decided to step down we are currently looking for people to run our Girls football academy/ girls team. It is important for the club to support girls football so if you are interested in getting involved, contact the club.

23-09-2010: Christmas Draw.
Just a reminder that tickets for our Christmas Draw will be distributed soon, the draw takes place in Chrissy D's on Friday 10th December. If you can help out with sponsorship, please contact the club.

23-09-2010: Lucky Numbers Draw.
The Lucky Numbers Draw is now up and running for the new season. It is important that people support this fundraising venture, tickets are €2 and are available from team managers or from the club.The jackpot tonight stands at €1500 and there are three €20 winners every week. Results will be posted here, click the Lucky Numbers Draw link on the left of the page.

09-09-2010: National Cup Draw.
National Cup 1st Round, 25th-26th September 2010.
U11 Menton Seery Cup: Evergreen (Kilkenny) v Wolfe Tone A. Fort Rangers (Kilkenny) v Wolfe Tone B.
U12 Norton Cup: Wolfe Tone v Freebooters B (Kilkenny).
U14 Goodson Cup: Bunclody (Wexford) v Wolfe Tone.
U15 Evans Cup: Aughrim Rgs v Wolfe Tone.
Good luck to all our teams.

08-09-2010: New season kicks off.
The 2010-11 season kicks off this Saturday, 11th September. Wolfe Tone Youth Club would like to wish all our teams, players and managers, well for the season in the various competitions they will compete in. Represent your club well, play fair, respect your opponents and above all, enjoy yourselves and hopefully we will have some trophies to show for our efforts.

The Temple Sportsfield has been cleaned and well maintained over the close season. We ask all users of the pitch to please co-operate by making sure you don't leave rubbish behind you. Also, please do not park in front of gate to the field which will block access for emergency vehicles.

07-09-2010: Birthday greetings.
Happy birthday to Jordan Temple, u11B who is 10 today. Wishing you all the best for today and also good luck in the season ahead, from Wolfe Tone Youth Club.

06-09-2010: Managers meeting on Wednesday.
Managers please note this week's meeting is on Wednesday 8th September at 8pm due to international game on Tuesday.

02-09-2010: Shoreline- free use of Astro-turf pitches.
We have received the following offer from Shoreline. Any managers interested please contact the number below.
Attention all managers!
We here at Shoreline Leisure on the Southern Cross Road are holding a community active day on Saturday September 4th.
As part of this community active day we are offering the free use of our astro turf pitches to the local youth teams in the area between 10 – 5.  The pitches will be allocated on a first come first served basis.  If you would like to reserve one of these pitches please contact me on the below contact details.
Kind Regards
Joe King
Duty Manager
01 2765660

01-09-2010: Lucky Numbers Draw.
The first Lucky Numbers Draw of the new season takes place on Thursday 9th September. Tickets are €2 and are available from team managers or from the club. It is vital that we make this draw a success so managers are reminded to please distribute and return the envelopes promptly. The jackpot stands at €1400 and there are three €20 prizes each week. Results will be posted here, click the Lucky Numbers Draw link on the left of the page.

01-09-2010: Pre-season friendlies.
Any manager arranging pre-season games on the small pitch must ensure they mark it on the noticeboard in the club in advance of the game. This ensures no clashes of games occurs. The 11-a-side pitch is now closed for pre-season games.

01-09-2010: Bray Fire XI v John Aldridge XI.
Bray Firefighters take on a John Aldridge XI at the Carlisle Grounds on Sunday 26th September. The organisers require stewards for the game so if you are interested in helping out, e-mail brayfirefighterfund@gmail.com

26-08-2010: Academy resumes.
Wolfe Tone YC Saturday morning Academy for children aged 5-7 resumes on Saturday 4th September from 10.00 to 12.00.

26-08-2010: New Club Gear.
This season the club is changing its colours from sky blue/ navy to royal blue and white. This is the original kit colour of the club. Shorts and socks will be available in around three weeks in time for the season's start. Jerseys will be replaced in the new colour over time as required. It takes around five weeks for a set of jerseys to be produced. Click on the picture on the right to see the new shirt.

17-08-2010: Want to play for Wolfe Tone YC?
Some of our teams still are looking for players for the new season. If you are interested in playing, contact the following managers: u8 (born 2002) contact Brendan 086 8431933, u9 (born 2001) contact Ivan 087 2741824 or Barry 087 2933764, u11 (born 1999) contact Robbie 086 2454818 or u14 (born 1996) contact Wayne 086 0695744.

09-08-2010: Interested in coaching?
Are you (or do you know someone) aged 18-21, unemployed and interested in gaining FAI coaching qualifications? If so, Alan Reynolds of the FAI will be in Wolfe Tone Community Centre this Friday, 13th August at 6.30 with the details. Drop along to the club on Friday evening if this interests you.
The following information is from Alan: Just some info regarding the Goal To Work Programme.
 It will run for 3 months in Wolfe Tone  Y.C in Bray. It will be  1 day a week (prob Thursday) from 9.30am to 4.30pm. My aim is to start this in the middle on September and with a max of 15 participants. During the 3 months I will be sending the participants to schools or events I have set up for work experience. The most they will be in will be 15 days spread out over the 3 months.
The participants to target have to between 18years old to 22 years old living in the Bray area and UNEMPLOYED, this course won’t affect their social welfare, also they need to get Garda clearance.
Courses
Kick Start 1
Kick Start 2
Referees course
Small Sided games Work Shop
Football For All
Intercultural Work Shop
Goalkeeping Workshop
Futsal Workshop
And I have a few more to finalise.
Any questions come back to me, as you can imagine this is starting to fill up already.
Alan will be in Wolfe Tone Community Centre on Friday 20th August at 1.00pm for more information.

08-08-2010: Summer Fun Camp.
Some photos of our recent Summer Fun Camp are now uploaded, courtesy of James. Click here to see them.

22-07-2010: Would you like to play for Wolfe Tone YC?
At the moment our teams are organising themselves for the coming season. We want to build on the success we had last season so we are looking to add players to our club. We will have teams from u8 to u15 so if you would like to join us call into the club or call 01-2868295 and you will be put in touch with the relevant manager.

14-07-2010: Summer Fun Camp.
Wolfe Tone Youth Club's fantastic Summer Fun Camp returns to the Vevay from Monday next, 19th July to Friday 23rd July 2010. We still have some places on the camp, so don't be left out. The camp is run by fully trained coaches for children aged 6-14. Every child receives a jersey, shorts, socks, gym bag, water bottle and a certificate for a cost of just €85. Click here to download a form to print or call into the club. We will also accept entries on the first day of the camp. Click on the image on the right to see the fabulous kit camp participants will receive.

13-07-2010: Club Fees 2010-11.
Fees for the coming season remain as they were for last season. That is, €100 per player, €120 for two or more players from the same family, €50 for Academy members or €90 for two or more Academy players from the same family. The fees can be paid to the child's team manager. We are also introducing a savings scheme this season to assist with the paying of fees. A weekly amount of €10 or €20 can be paid. The money should be placed in an envelope with the child's name, team and managers name marked on it and handed to the team manager or dropped into the club. . Receipts will be issued for all money received. The club's membership officer is John Worrall and he can be contacted on 086 0739039.

11-07-2010: Club Presentation Day.
Wolfe Tone Youth Club held their annual club presentation day on Sunday 11th July in a packed Community Centre. The club held a major fundraiser this year, the Clash of the Titans game between Bray Wanderers Legends and the coach of the Wolfe Tone YC Legends team, Kevin Scanlon presented the awards along with Bray Wanderers' exciting young striker, Shane O'Neill.
Chairman James Earls welcomed everyone to the club and thanked the managers for their hard work and also extended thanks to the club's sponsors. WDSL secretary John Walton was master of ceremonies for the day. He thanked the parents and the players for their dedication over the past season.
All Academy members, girls teams and u8-u10 players received club medals as a mark of their participation. Paul MacManus said he recognised players on all the teams up to u14's who had started playing in the Academy and it was now an integral part of the club.
The club had a very successful season on the field of play. The roll of honour reads as follows:
U9A: League Division Two winners.
U9B: League Division Three runners-up. Division 2 Shield runners-up.
U10B: League Division One runners-up.
U10C: League Division Two winners.
U10D: League Division Three winners. U10 Enniskerry SFC Cup winners.
U13: U13 Premier Shield runners-up.
U14: U14 Premier Cup runners-up.
The 11-a-side teams received awards as follows:
U14 Clubman of the year - Stephen Keeley.
U14 Players Player of the year- Luke Reynolds.
U14 Player of the year- Stephen Byrne.
U13 Clubman of the year- Nathan Monahan.
U13 Most Improved Player- Stephen Harris.
U13 Player of the year - Jamie McGrane.
U11B Clubman of the year - Robert McDonnell.
U11B Players Player of the year- Shane O'Hagan.
U11B Player of the year- Oisín McLoughlin.
U11A Clubman of the year - Craig Brown.
U11A Players Player of the year - Ryan Purdy.
U11A Player of the year - Ian Bracken.
The Eamonn Carroll memorial Cup for manager of the year was presented by Mary Carroll to Kevin Merriman, u11B.
Thanks to David Casey for his work on the presentation display.

To see some pictures of the day *Link removed*

06-07-2010: Information for managers.
Would all club managers and other users of the field please note the following. As the field is open and unsecured, antisocial behaviour occurs there on a regular basis. This results in litter including broken glass, syringes, cans etc. being left on the field where the children play their football. Broken green glass is particularly lethal as it is hard to see on the grass. Children should be warned never to pick up anything on the field but to bring it to their manager's attention.
People walk dogs on the field and these are frequently let run loose. There is an ongoing problem with dog faeces being left on the field. Dog faeces can contain Toxocariasis which is a grave danger to children. Children should be encouraged to wash their hands and to be aware of the the presence of dog faeces. People using the field to walk their dogs are requested to be considerate and clean up after themselves. The following is some information on Toxocariasis.
All faeces contains bacteria that can cause stomach upsets if ingested. However, the greatest risk to public health from dog faeces is toxocariasis.
Toxocariasis is an infection of the round worm Toxocara canis5. It is a zoonotic6 disease that is spread via unwashed vegetables and dog faeces. Young children in particular are at risk due to their weaker immune systems and because they are more likely to expose themselves by ingesting the eggs. A puppy can pass as many as 15,000 eggs per gram of faeces, and they are a major source of environmental contamination.

05-07-2010: Club Presentation Day.
Wolfe Tone YC club presentation day is on Sunday 11th July at 3pm in the hall. All Academy, Girls and u8-u10 players will receive medals. The teams who represented us so well on the field of play this season will receive their various trophies and medals and our u11- u14 teams will receive their individual awards. Managers are asked to be in the hall by 2.30.

30-06-2010: 32 Marathons in 32 Counties in 32 Days.
Please check the website of the 32 Marathon run- *Link removed* The Wicklow leg of this event - The Wicklow 26.2 Miles will be run this Sunday 4th July beginning and ending at the Band stand down on the Promenade. They require people to collect money, help out at water stations and also to assist in the safety of these runners crossing the roads! This is a wonderful charity fundraiser so if anyone can help out or just support the run, contact Tony Salmon 087 242 7044.

29-06-2010: Notice for managers.
All managers please note there is an important meeting on Thursday 8th July at 8pm. All managers or assistants must attend as every team needs to be represented.

All club gear (jerseys, footballs, training gear) must be returned to the club for inspection by James or Con. No new gear will be distributed until this is done.

24-06-2010: Wolfe Tone Baton Twirlers.
We are setting up a baton twirling club (the Wolfe Tone Baton Twirlers). We are having an open day Sunday 8th August, beginning at 11am. On this day we will be having demonstrations from other baton twirling clubs and offering the kids the chance to join the club. We will be training on Monday evenings 5-7 starting from 9th August in the youth club. We are taking on kids from 4 plus. This is a great chance for children to get active and learn a new skill at the same time. It will be great fun and a good chance to make new friends. There is no other baton twirling club in Bray.

23-06-2010: WDSL award.
Congratulations to our WDSL Fixtures Secretary, John Walton who was named Club Person of the Year at the WDSL Awards Day on Sunday last, 20th June. This is a fantastic recognition of John's work for the club and the League, well done John!

20-06-2010: Clash of the Titans.
Wolfe Tone Youth Club Legends emerged victorious in today's Clash of the Titans game versus Bray Wanderers Legends at the Carlisle Grounds. Goals from Justin Dutton and a couple from Thomas Tobin saw the Youth Club to a 3-1 victory, Shay Brien netted for the Wanderers. Thanks to everyone who supported this game. We have some photos of the game online- *Link removed*

Clash of the Titans match report, with many thanks to Paul Dowling.
Two late goals by former Wicklow League player of the year Thomas ‘Tucker’ Tobin helped Wolfe Tone lift the inaugural Clash of the Titans Cup.
But they had to come from behind to conquer a Bray side full of League of Ireland legends last Sunday.
With children allowed to enjoy the contest free of charge, the 1,000 people in attendance were treated to a great spectacle as many on show defied their aging years with sublime skill.
Most notably, the game will be remembered for the heroics of the five goalkeepers on show who pulled off a series of wonderful saves that would not have been out of place had they been made in South Africa at the World Cup.
Decked out in glorious sunshine to greet Father’s Day, the pitch at the Carlisle Grounds was in glorious condition as it lived up to the tag as the best playing surface in County Wicklow.
However, the Bray squad were dealt a double blow as they lost the influential duo of Stephen Fox and Jody Lynch to injury in the build-up to the game.
But with Pat Devlin back in the dug-out for the occasion, Wanderers started brightly with three-time FAI Cup winner Philip ‘Pip’ Keogh firing a stunning 25-yard shot just over the cross-bar.
Wolfe Tone’s first opening arrived in the 16th minute.
Dean Jordan challenged Colin Kelly for the ball. It fell to the waiting Tobin whose curled shot was palmed out for a corner by the keeper.
The Seagulls responded with Ciaran Ryan’s goal-bound low drive that was marvellously turned round the up-right by Wicklow’s 1986 Oscar Traynor Trophy custodian Shaun Temple.
And in the 25th minute, the unlucky Robbie Coyle was unlucky to see his back-post header hit the side-netting was ghosting in to meet a deep flag-kick.
From then until the break, the ‘Youth Club took control.
Inspired by a piece of individual brilliance when Jordan when took the ball from the sky to thwart a Wanderers attack, ex-Seasider Justin Dutton beat the offside.
But he could find no way past the inspired Kelly who diverted the ball past the upright.
Then just before the break, Shay Brien was released along the left channel only for  Alan Young - current Enniskerry Youth Club boss - to make a brilliant stop to see the side’s in level at the break.
Wolfe Tone drafted in the three O’Connor brothers - James, Danny and Gary - for the second period, with the Sheffield Wednesday ace James and former Shamrock Rovers and Bray player Danny pulling the strings in the middle of the park.
In the 48th minute, Tony Harris was sent through one on one with Kelly. But the net-minder made another finger-tip save.
Soon after, James O’Connor’s cross was deflected to the back stick were the in-rushing Paul Dowling sliced wide of the target.
Then Dutton again was set free. This time, Young proved up to task saving superbly with his feet.
At the other end, they were made to pay for those misses as Wanderers.
It took a fantastic point blank parry by Darren Brien to stop Kieran ‘Tarzan’ O’Brien breaking the dead-lock.
The keeper was called into action again to keep out a Coyle attempt from close in soon after.
Then Bray broke the dead-lock just after the hour.
O’Brien jinked to create space and send in a cross from the left. It fell to Shay Brien- who switched teams at half time - and he guided a precise header from six-yards past his younger brother.
Wolfe Tone though were back on level terms within five minutes.
Mark Mahon’s quick throw saw Harris get to the end-line. And his cut-back was fired to the net at the front post by Dutton.
With Ian ‘Trainer’ Fowler proving a safe pair of hands between the posts at this stage for Blue’s, the Temple Sportsfield based outfit were deprived of the lead by a controversial offside flag as Ben McNulty slide the ball to the net.
Undeterred, the ’Youth Club did take the lead with  eight minutes remaining.
James O’Connor’s defence splitting pass released Tobin who audaciously lobbed Young from 25-yards.
The victory was sealed four minutes later.
McNulty evaded a tackle along the right flank and strode into the box before setting up Tobin who side-footed in from close range.

Bray Wanderers Legends: Colin Kelly; Matt Britton, Anthony ‘Bo’ McKeever, Mick Doohan, Maurice Farrell; Colm Tresson, Philip Keogh, Ciaran Ryan, Robbie Coyle; Kieran ‘Tarzan’ O’Brien, Barry O’Connor.
Subs: Richie Parsons, Alan Dodd, Keith Long, Alan Young, John Finnegan, Alan King.

Wolfe Tone Youth Club Legends: Shaun Temple; James Treacy, Gary Purdy, Dean Jordan, Darren Temple; Stuart Purcell, Thomas Tobin, John Joe Scanlon, Keith Moloney; Shay Brien, Ben McNulty.
Subs: Justin Dutton, Mick Mohan, Darren Brien, Tony Harris, Paul Dowling, Jamie Quiney, Tony Salmon, James O’Connor, Danny O’Connor, Gary O’Connor, Ian ‘Trainer’ Fowler, Mark Mahon, Justin Kelly.

Referee: Sid McDonnell. Assistants: Thomas Dowling, Sean Cleary (all Wicklow ISRS).

15-06-2010: Come out and show your support.

It's almost here! The game that's the talk of Bray takes place this Sunday 20th June at 4pm in the Carlisle Grounds. Wolfe Tone YC Legends v Bray Wanderers Legends. Admission is just €5 and children go free. So come along and show your support, see some familiar faces and join us in Stack's Bar for refreshments afterwards. Let's all get behind the club and make this game a huge success.

13-06-2010: Wolfe Tone YC Summer Fun Camp competition winners.
The winners of complimentary places at our Summer Fun Camp are Ciarin Gormley, u11B and Conrad Ruddy, u9A. Congratulations to them and thanks to all who entered.

11-06-2010: Wolfe Tone YC mini World Cup.
Wolfe Tone Youth Club's managers are organising a mini World Cup competition for Sunday 4th July. The cost will be €5 per player. We will have an Academy group, an u8 group and a u9-u10 group. More details will follow as we near the date.

**U8 details are now on the Fixtures page**

11-06-2010: Clash of the Titans preview.
With the World Cup in full flow, all eyes in Wicklow and South Dublin will veer towards the Carlisle Grounds for a few hours on Sunday June 20th.
Although Brazil and Italy will be among the countries in action on Father’s Day, a unique venture will see Wolfe Tone Legends take on Bray Wanderers Legends in the ‘Clash of the Titans’
The charitable match - which kick’s off at 4.00 p.m. - is being played in order to raise much needed funds for the progress in developing the Wolfe Tone and District Youth Club, and their grounds at the Temple Sportsfield.
To say the Wanderers squad have experience is an understatement.
All told, they have over 4,500 appearances in the Green and White jersey.
They include Premier Division champions and a host over FAI Cup winners as well as Bray’s record appearance holder Colm Tresson and record goal-scorer Kieran ‘Tarzan’ O’Brien.
Former Republic of Ireland ‘B’ team manager, and two-time FAI Cup winning boss Pat Devlin, will oversee the Seasiders from the dug-out.
He will be assisted by Anthony ‘Bo’ McKeever.
The Seagulls squad already experience in such a fixture.
In October 2009, they drew with their Liverpool counterparts 2-2 in front of 3,000 spectators with 1990 FAI Cup hat-trick hero John Ryan on the mark for Bray as well as a 25-yard screamer from Richie Parsons.
Current Longford Town manager Tony Cousins and Phil Babb drew the Red’s level.
Not be outdone, the ‘Youth Club selection will also include a number of other ex-Bray players in the shape of goalkeepers Darren Brien and Ian Fowler, defender Danny O’Connor as well as the strike duo of Justin Dutton and Shay Brien.
With club chairman James Earls also on the sidelines, the Blue’s panel also includes an Oscar Traynor Trophy winner in shape of net-minder Shaun Temple.
And former Wicklow League Overall and Divisional player’s of the year like Thomas Tobin, Stuart Purcell and Jamie Quiney.
They will also have a guest appearance by Sheffield Wednesday midfielder James O’Connor, himself a former Wolfe Tone schoolboy.

The Wolfe Tone players are as follows: Shaun Temple, Darren Brien, Shay Brien, Ian Fowler (trainer), Mick Mohan, Ben McNulty, Justin Kelly, Justin Dutton, Tony Salmon, Kevin Scanlon (trainer), John Scanlon Jnr, Keith Maloney, Thomas Tobin, James Tracey, Stuart Purcell, Tony Harris, Mark Mahon, Gary Purdy, Darren Temple, Jamie Quiney, James O’Connor, Gary O’Connor, Danny O’Connor, Dean Jordan and Paul Dowling.

The Bray Wanderers legends panel includes: Colin Kelly, Alan Young, Matt Britton, Maurice Farrell, Anthony ‘Bo’ McKeever, Jody Lynch, Keith Long, Mick Doohan, Adrian Cairns, Gavin Teehan, Colm Tresson, Philip Keogh, Stephen Fox, Robbie Coyle, Alan Dodd, Barry O’Connor, John Finnegan, Pat O’Brien, Kieran ‘Tarzan’ O’Brien, Richie Parsons, John Finnegan and Philip Gormley.

* Admission price for the charity fixture is €5 with a souvenir match day programme also priced at €5 *

*On Thurdsday night, the Wolfe Tone YC legends team defeated Sugarloaf 3-0. In four warm-up games they've scored 29 times and conceded just five. Watch out Wanderers!*

Thanks to Paul Dowling for the above article.

07-06-2010: Roll of Honour season 2009-10.
A very succesful season for the club on the field has come to an end. Firstly, well done to our four under 8 teams who play non-competitive football. The main aim at this age is participation and enjoyment of the game. Our girls Academy is progressing well and the Saturday morning Academy for ages 5-7 is thriving. Well done and thank you to all the managers, coaches and parents who gave their time and energies to make this season the success it was. And of course, well done to all our players who represented the club so well. The full Roll of Honour is as follows:

U9A: League Division Two winners.
U9B: League Division Three runners-up. Division 2 Shield runners-up.
U10B: League Division One runners-up.
U10C: League Division Two winners.
U10D: League Division Three winners. U10 Enniskerry SFC Cup winners.
U13: U13 Premier Shield runners-up.
U14: U14 Premier Cup runners-up.

07-06-2010: WDSL Presentation Day.
The WDSL Presentation Day takes place in Druid's Glen Hotel on Sunday 20th June. *Link removed*

07-06-2010: U13's lose out in Premier Shield Final.
There was no fairytale ending for Wolfe Tone u13's who lost the u13 Premier Division Shield final to Arklow Town A on a 0-2 scoreline. Despite a tremendous effort by the Wolfe Tone boys who kept trying to the very end, the team had to settle for runners-up spot . Some photos from the game are online on Fotopic- *Link removed*

05-06-2010: U14's so close in Premier Cup Final.
The u14 Premier Cup Final at the Carlisle Grounds ended in heartbreak for a gallant Wolfe Tone who fought back from two goals down to force extra time. The team put in a fantastic effort but were to be denied when Wicklow Rovers struck the winner in the second half of extra time. Stephen Byrne and (off his sickbed!) Andrew Bartley got the Wolfe Tone goals. Some photos are online on Fotopic- *Link removed*

31-05-2010: Soccer workshop.
A soccer workshop will be held Newtown Community grounds on Saturday 12th June.

Demonstrations of drills & formations for 7 a side games to Seniors.

Child & Sports Psychology.

Special guest Noel King (Womens International Manager)

Donations to BRAY CANCER SUPPORT

Workshop contact: Tony Pouch 086-1502447

All coaches are F.A.I. approved

30-05-2010: Competition time again- Summer Fun Camp!
Wolfe Tone Youth Club's fantastic Summer Fun Camp returns to the Vevay from 19th-23rd July 2010. Forget the snow, the frost, the rain, Summer's here and it's time for FUN! The camp is run by fully trained coaches for children aged 6-14. Every child receives a jersey, shorts, socks, gym bag, water bottle and a certificate for a cost of just €85. Book early, don't be left out- forms are available from the club or *Link removed* Return completed forms to the club as early as possible.

We have two complimentary places on the Summer Fun Camp to be won. ***Competition now closed***

29-05-2010: U10D's win Dublin Cup.
Well done to u10D who today won the Dublin Cup with a second-leg 3-0 home victory over Knockmitten FC. They won the away leg 3-2 earlier this week. Manager Andy Mangan said 'This was a very tough game, Knockmitten played some great football and we had to work very hard for our win'. U10D already won the Div. 2 Enniskerry SFC Cup and the u10 Div. 3 League Crown. We will have pictures from the game today and also from the Cup final online early next week.

26-05-2010: U9A clinch League title.
Congratulations and well done to u9A who finally wrapped up the u9 League Division Two title last night with an emphatic victory over Ardmore Rovers B. It was a long road to the title for the team who had to play their outstanding League games after the Shield competition.

Best wishes to our u13's who contest the u13 Premier Division Shield final on Saturday- good luck to all involved!

20-05-2010: Clash of the Titans update.
The Wolfe Tone YC Past & Present squad are training twice a week at the moment and played a friendly game v Garden County on Thursday evening at the Vevay Sportsfield. Some pictures from that game are now online *Link removed* Another friendly versus the Garden County 'B' team is arranged for Thursday 27th May at the Vevay Sportsfield. Again, all support is welcome.

18-05-2010: Club A.G.M.
Wolfe Tone & District Youth Club hold our A.G.M. on Tuesday next, 25th May at 8pm in the Boardroom. All members are requested to attend.

18-05-2010: Summer Soccer Schools competition.
Thanks to all who entered our FAI/ An Post Summer Soccer Schools competition. The winners are Dylan Bermingham, u8A and Michael Gillman, u8A. The winners were drawn at the Executive meeting on Tuesday night by Con Salmon, Children's Officer.

17-05-2010: More silverware.
Well done to u10D who captured the Div. 2 Enniskerry SFC Cup on Saturday to add to their u10 Div. 3 League Crown thanks to an Andrew Duncan goal. U9A play an outstanding Div. 2 League game tomorrow (Tuesday) night and a win would see them crowned League Champions, but a draw would give them another chance as they have one game in hand. Also, u9B contest the Div. 2 Shield Final on Saturday next in Rathnew. U13's and u14's await their Premier Shield and Cup finals respectively. Good luck to all involved. *Link removed*

11-05-2010: Cup and Shield finals.
Good luck to u10D who contest the u10 Enniskerry SFC Cup final in Greystones on Saturday and also to u13's who play in the u13 Premier Shield final, also on Saturday. Well done also to u14's who progressed to the u14 Premier Cup final which will be played in the Carlisle Grounds on Saturday 29th May.

06-05-2010: Developing Girls Soccer in Wicklow, meeting rescheduled.
Venue: Rathnew AFC, Merrymeetings.
Time: 8pm.
Date: Thursday 20th May 2010.
This is an open meeting to discuss plans for the development of leagues for girls in Wicklow in conjunction with the Wicklow & District Schoolboys/girls League.
Meeting chaired by Emma Martin (FAI Women's Development Officer for South Leinster).
FAI Development Officers Paul Sheridan and Alan Reynolds will attend.
A chance for Wolfe Tone Youth Club to get involved and promote Girls Soccer.

01-05-2010: Win! Win! Win!
We have two complimentary places to give away on the FAI/ An Post Summer Soccer School which takes place in the Vevay Sportsfield from 5th-9th July 2010. The camp is open to boys and girls age 6-15. To be in with a chance of winning a free place on the camp, just answer the following question:

Competition is now closed, thanks to all who entered.

29-04-2010: Clash of the Titans update.
Please Click here for the latest update on the Clash of the Titans game on 20th June 2010 in the Carlisle Grounds. The impressive trophy is on display in the cabinet in the club now. Thanks to Kelly's Jewellers. All managers to return sponsor cards at the earliest opportunity. Also, we are requesting one spot-prize from each manager for the game please.

27-04-2010: Shield Finalists.
Well done to u9B who are through to the u9 Division Two Shield Final. The team earlier this season secured runners-up spot in League Division Three. Congratulations and best wishes for the Final to all concerned.

26-04-2010: They're fencing us in!
   
At long last Bray Urban Council today started work on fencing the Vevay Sportsfield. Work began on the O'Byrne lane side of the ground. Once the fencing is complete, the club hopes to sign the lease on the ground at the earliest opportunity. This will finally allow us to begin upgrading and developing the ground and building.

25-04-2010: Lucky Numbers Draw.
The Lucky Numbers Draw on Thursday next, 29th April, will be the final draw for the current season. Thanks to all who supported the draw either by selling or buying the envelopes. The jackpot for this final draw stands at €1350 and there are three €20 winners in each draw.

18-04-2010: Shield success.
Congratulations to Wolfe Tone u13 who reached the u13 Premier Division Shield Final by beating Wicklow Rovers A on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Good luck in the final boys!. Less lucky were our two u11 teams who lost their Shield and Plate semi-finals. U13 and u14 have Premier Cup quarter-finals next weekend and we wish them every success in their endeavours.

11-04-2010: Get well wishes.
We wish a speedy recovery to Georgia Browne of u10D who is unwell at the moment. Georgia's team this weekend booked their place in the U10 Enniskerry SFC Cup Final so Andy, Anthony and all her team-mates hope she is back playing football very soon.

10-04-2010: Developing Girls Soccer in Wicklow.
Venue: Rathnew AFC, Merrymeetings.
Time: 8pm.
Date: Thursday 15th April 2010.
This is an open meeting to discuss the possibility of starting leagues for girls in Wicklow.
Meeting chaired by Emma Martin (FAI Women's Development Officer for South Leinster).
FAI Development Officers Paul Sheridan and Alan Reynolds will attend.
A chance for Wolfe Tone Youth Club to get involved and promote Girls Soccer.

29-03-2010: Summer Fun Camp.
Wolfe Tone Youth Club's fantastic Summer Fun Camp returns to the Vevay from 19th-23rd July 2010. Forget the snow, the frost, the rain, Summer's coming and it's time for FUN! The camp is run by fully trained coaches for children aged 6-14. Every child receives a jersey, shorts, socks, gym bag, water bottle and a certificate for a cost of just €85. Book early, don't be left out- forms are available from the club or *Link removed* Return completed forms to the club as early as possible.

26-03-2010: Lucky Numbers Draw.
Please note that from 1st April 2010, any prizes unclaimed after 8 weeks will go into the pitch development fund. There are still some unclaimed prizes in the club, please check the 'Lucky Numbers Draw' link on the left.

22-03-2010: Tesco vouchers.
We are looking for your Tesco for Schools & Clubs vouchers once again. These vouchers enable us to provide basic equipment for the club such as ball pumps etc. You can give the vouchers to any manager or drop them into the club. Thank you for your support.

22-03-2010: An Post FAI Summer Soccer Schools.
The ever popular FAI Summer Soccer School for Boys and Girls aged 6-14 returns to Wolfe Tone Youth Club this year from 5th- 9th July.
The Camp costs €89 if you book before June 15th, €99 if you book after that date so get your bookings in early. Also, there is an additional BONUS DRAW! Book before June 15th and you will be entered into a competition to win four tickets for the opening international game at the brand new Aviva Stadium between Ireland & Argentina!
Book online at *Link removed*

22-03-2010: Website layout change.
We have changed the website layout with the 'News & Notices' page now becoming the site's Homepage. You may need to update your Bookmarks as the old 'Home' page no longer exists. All pages can now be accessed from the Menu Bar on the left of the page. The purpose of the change is to simplify the site navigation. If you find any problems with the new layout, please let us know- info@wolfetoneyouthclub.com

21-03-2010: League, Shield successes.
U10B claimed runners-up spot in League Division One this weekend. The race for the title came down to the final game where Wolfe Tone B drew 3-3 with Wicklow Rovers A. The team finished two points behind Wicklow Town A with a record as follows: Played 12, Won 9, Drew 1 and lost 2, scoring 27 goals on the way.
Also this weekend, Wolfe Tone u11A and u13 secured Shield semi-final slots.
Well done to everyone concerned and best wishes to all our teams still involved in Shield, League and Cup competitions.

17-03-2010: St. Patricks Day Parade.
*Link removed* Also, click here to see Video One, Video Two and Video Three. Well done to all who participated, you did the club proud with your colour, noise and enthusiasm.

12-03-2010: St. Patricks Day Parade.
Wolfe Tone Youth Club will be participating in the Bray St. Patricks day Parade on Wednesday. We will meet at the Club at 2.00, departing for the Parade at 2.15. Children will wear their club gear and we hope to see a big turnout. Make some noise for Wolfe Tone Youth Club!

27-02-2010: Pitches destroyed by joyriders.
   
All games were called off in the Temple Sportsfield this weekend after the pitches were destroyed by joyriders on Friday night. Extensive damage was done, especially to the small-sided pitch. U8's, U10's and U14's all had games cancelled as a result. The club is waiting on Bray Council to fence the pitch and finally end this anti-social vandalism. We would ask parents to please contact their local elected representatives to highlight the delay in getting the fence up.

12-02-2010: Coaching Courses 2010.
Click here for a list of FAI coaching courses in Wicklow for 2010.

12-02-2010: U9 Futsal Blitz.
For attention of u9 managers and assistants:
WDSL Futsal Blitz for U9 teams - 27/28 Feb 2010  (sponsored by Azzurri Sports)
We would like to invite all WDSL clubs to register teams to the WDSL Futsal Blitz for teams in the U9 age group, open for girls and boys born 2000 and younger.
Rules and Conditions:

• We will play in halls in Bray and Arklow
• The blitz will take place on the weekend of Feb 27/28
• The blitz is non-competitive
• All matches will be played over 10 or 13 minutes, depending on the number of teams. 
• All teams will play a minimum of 3 matches on the weekend (teams do not need to spend more than 90 minutes at the venue)
• Squads should have about 7 players, but not more than 9 players
• The blitz is free of charge
• Match schedules will be published on Feb 21st, 2010.

11-02-10 Important managers meeting.
The next manager's meeting which is on Tuesday next, 16th February at 8pm will include a presentation on the club's plans for the development of the field and building. All managers and assistants should attend to familiarise themselves with the clubs plans for the immediate future.

01-02-2010: 2009-10 Team wallpapers.
You can now download your team's picture to set as your desktop wallpaper- Click on the 'Downloads' link in the sidebar on the left or Click here.

30-01-2010: WDSL Cup draws.
U9 Arklow Town Juniors Cup: Wolfe Tone A v Carnew.
U9 Paul Holmes Cup: Wicklow Town v Wolfe Tone B.
U10 Joseph Blunt Cup: Wolfe Tone B v Ardmore A, Wolfe Tone C bye.
U10 Enniskerry SFC Cup: Wolfe Tone D bye.
U11 Premier Cup: Enniskerry B v Wolfe Tone A.
U11 Premier Cup: Wolfe Tone B v Wicklow Rovers A.
U13 Premier Cup: Wolfe Tone v Aughrim.
U14 Premier Cup: Wolfe Tone A Vs Arklow Celtic A.

29-01-2010: St. Patricks Day.
St. Patricks Day is approaching and the club will once again be taking part in the Bray parade. Anyone with any ideas on the parade or how we participate, please get in touch with the club.

26-01-2010: Lucky Numbers Results.
Lucky numbers Draw results can now be accessed by clicking on the 'Lucky Numbers Draw' link in the left sidebar on any page (just under 'Search this site').

21-01-2010: Lotto 21st January.
Results from draw held on 21/01/2010 are as follows.
Drawn Numbers: 29, 25, 14, 19. No Winner.
4 X €20 Winners:
Angela Carton c/o Glen Ballywaltrim FC
Susan Waters WTFC
Tomas Gormley c/o Kevin Merrimen WTYC
Ciaran Gormley c/o Kevin Merrimen WTYC
Jackpot next week-------- €700
PRIZES CAN BE COLLECTED FROM YOUTH CENTRE ON SATURDAY AFTER 11AM

21-01-2010: Don't X The Line.
As explained at the last managers meeting, the WDSL are introducing the FAI 'Don't X the line' initiative for u8's. *Link removed* to see what it's all about and *Link removed* for the Volunteer's role description.

20-01-2010: League showdown.
Best of luck to our u9a team who take on Ashford away on Sunday at 11.00 in a League Division 2 decider. Wolfe Tone A have 21 points from 8 games, just behind Ashford who have 22 points from 9 games. We wish them all the best as they chase the League crown.

19-01-2010: Clash of the Titans.
The club is organising a game between Wolfe Tone YC past & present and Bray Wanderers Legends. *Link removed* for further details. We need a lot of help with this so if you can contribute in any way please contact us.

19-01-2010: U10C League winners.
Click here to read Paul Dowling's Evening Herald report on u10C's path to the Division 2 League title.

18-01-2010: Lotto Draw result.
Result of Lotto draw held on 14th January at Ballywaltrim: Numbers drawn- 11,17,10,29, No Winner.
3 X €20 draw winners:
John Yourell, Seller Paul Bermingham U8A WTYC
John Thompson, C/O Seller J Doran
Andy Whelan C/O Tommy Murphy

Jackpot For next weeks draw is €650.00

11-01-2010: Ballywaltrim Lotto.
In a new fundraising venture, the club has joined the Ballywaltrim Lotto. Tickets cost 2 Euro and will be distributed to members weekly by managers. All Lotto tickets should be returned to James's Office by Wednesday evening each week. The draw takes place on Thursday and we will post the weekly results here. We ask you to please give this great opportunity your full support.

11-01-2010: Alliance League Rules.
Click here for rules of the upcoming Alliance League. The League is run between Wicklow (WDSL), Kildare (KFL) and South Dublin (SDFL) Leagues. This season it is being run at u14's but from next season will involve all 11-a-side Premier Leagues. Managers should familiarise themselves with the rules.

08-01-2010: Community Centre closed this weekend.
Wolfe Tone Youth & Community Centre will be closed this weekend due to safety concerns over the continuing severe weather conditions. Any queries to James 087 2365268.

06-01-2010: All WDSL games off.
All WDSL games for this weekend, INCLUDING THE U10 FUTSAL, have been called off due to the severe weather conditions.

04-01-2010: 11-a-side Shields.
The various 11-a-side Shield competitions will begin on weekend 16th-17th January. The line-ups are as follows:
U11 Premier Group B: Wolfe Tone A, Wicklow Rovers A, Avonmore, Ardmore A.
U11 Div. One Group B: Wolfe Tone B, Arklow Utd, Greystones B, Arklow Town C.
U13 Premier Group B: Wolfe Tone, Ardmore A, Wicklow Rovers B, Roundwood.
U14 Alliance League, Major Division: Wolfe Tone (WDSL), St. Patricks (WDSL), Clane Utd (KFL), Newbridge Town (KFL), Arlington AFC (KFL), Dalkey Utd (SDFL), Peamount Utd (SDFL), Greenhills Boys (SDFL).
Good luck to all concerned.

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