A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE!
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Welcome back!!
After a long wait, we are finally able to get some of our teams back to "non contact" training.
Following April 26th, DTFC have begun to roll out our return to football program with many of the underage teams getting back together. Updated Covid guidelines have been reviewed and discussed during our managers Zoom meetings and parents too have been sent a reminder on the steps to follow when attending our training sessions.
We look forward to rolling out more age groups as the weeks go by, but for now, it will be one step at a time.
Just a note on our academy/kindergarten, this group is still some weeks away from a return due to the "non contact" nature of the training, but fingers crossed we have everyone back soon.
A few quick reminders to refresh the memory below:
Parents/Guardians
- A parent or guardian is allowed to accompany any player under the age of 18 to training and may remain at the venue for the duration of the training session. However, please only attend if essential circumstances exist.
- Any parent or guardian attending a training session must strictly observe 2 metres social distancing at all times. Strictly no gatherings of groups while training is ongoing are permitted. Protocols must be followed throughout the duration of sessions.
Adhere to club management protocols to include one-way traffic system and designated drop off points if applicable.
Players
- All players & parents/guardians of underage players must be familiar with the Updated FAI Safer Return to Training Protocol.
- Clubs must ensure that all players & parents/guardians of underage players are briefed on the Updated Protocol before returning to training.
- Players and parents/guardians are advised to keep up to date with HSE Guidelines.
- All players must arrive to the training venue alone (if age appropriate) or can be dropped off by a member of the same household.
- Players must arrive in their training gear and with their own equipment including water (labelled with their name) and shin pads.
- Goalkeepers, or any player acting as a goalkeeper, must wear their own gloves
- Players must bring their own hand sanitiser.
- Personal items must be labelled with the player’s name and not shared.
- Players must bring all personal items home with them
As the HSE guidelines state, you must stay at home if you:
- Have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 or a suspected case in the last 14 days.
- Have been overseas or exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days.
- Have flu-like symptoms or are feeling unwell.
- Have a temperature of 38C or more.
- Experience the sudden onset of a cough or shortness of breath.
- Experience a sudden loss of taste and smell.
Reference points should be HSE Guidelines and the FAI Website (return to football module).
After a long wait, we are finally able to get some of our teams back to "non contact" training.
Following April 26th, DTFC have begun to roll out our return to football program with many of the underage teams getting back together. Updated Covid guidelines have been reviewed and discussed during our managers Zoom meetings and parents too have been sent a reminder on the steps to follow when attending our training sessions.
We look forward to rolling out more age groups as the weeks go by, but for now, it will be one step at a time.
Just a note on our academy/kindergarten, this group is still some weeks away from a return due to the "non contact" nature of the training, but fingers crossed we have everyone back soon.
A few quick reminders to refresh the memory below:
Parents/Guardians
- A parent or guardian is allowed to accompany any player under the age of 18 to training and may remain at the venue for the duration of the training session. However, please only attend if essential circumstances exist.
- Any parent or guardian attending a training session must strictly observe 2 metres social distancing at all times. Strictly no gatherings of groups while training is ongoing are permitted. Protocols must be followed throughout the duration of sessions.
Adhere to club management protocols to include one-way traffic system and designated drop off points if applicable.
Players
- All players & parents/guardians of underage players must be familiar with the Updated FAI Safer Return to Training Protocol.
- Clubs must ensure that all players & parents/guardians of underage players are briefed on the Updated Protocol before returning to training.
- Players and parents/guardians are advised to keep up to date with HSE Guidelines.
- All players must arrive to the training venue alone (if age appropriate) or can be dropped off by a member of the same household.
- Players must arrive in their training gear and with their own equipment including water (labelled with their name) and shin pads.
- Goalkeepers, or any player acting as a goalkeeper, must wear their own gloves
- Players must bring their own hand sanitiser.
- Personal items must be labelled with the player’s name and not shared.
- Players must bring all personal items home with them
As the HSE guidelines state, you must stay at home if you:
- Have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 or a suspected case in the last 14 days.
- Have been overseas or exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days.
- Have flu-like symptoms or are feeling unwell.
- Have a temperature of 38C or more.
- Experience the sudden onset of a cough or shortness of breath.
- Experience a sudden loss of taste and smell.
Reference points should be HSE Guidelines and the FAI Website (return to football module).
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With the growing increase in players joining the club (plus the extending waiting lists), we are looking to add to our coaching team.
Training and support will be provided by the club following the FAI coaching pathway. Garda vetting too will be needed as player safety is paramount. We have openings at several age levels and are keen to build on the coaching structure already in place. For anyone interested, you can respond through the web page, message us on FB or call Gary Doyle (0896106275) or Ken Kelly (0868177398) for more information. |
A new chapter begins ....
Very best of luck to Paul Crowley who takes over as senior team manager. The club is right behind you! Looking forward to the season.
Thanks to Blackstone Motors for their continued support, as well as Larry McQuillan for the photos.
Very best of luck to Paul Crowley who takes over as senior team manager. The club is right behind you! Looking forward to the season.
Thanks to Blackstone Motors for their continued support, as well as Larry McQuillan for the photos.
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Statement from Robbie Horgan June 26th 2019
It’s with a very heavy heart and great sadness that due to health reasons l am leaving my post as senior manager of Drogheda Town FC. It’s been a very tough year for myself and my family since l got seriously ill with Sepsis in March of this year. As most of you will know l was in an induced coma but was one of the lucky ones to pull through after spending a month in the Intensive care unit in Navan hospital. After coming out of the induced coma the fantastic nurses and doctors told me the road that lay ahead was a long one but l would fully recover within 3-18 months. All l heard was the 3 months part and l set a goal of getting myself fully right for that time and to go back to life as it was before l got ill. I went back for my 3 month check up at the end of June and they told me l had made significant progress but l am only halfway there and l have to go back in 3 months time for further checks.I convinced myself l be ok to go back to do what l love best football but l was no where near it. Because it’s not just physical it’s the phycological/mental side that really takes over when you have been through a serious illness and that’s the end l have struggled to come to terms with. So l need to step away from football for now which is one of the hardest decisions l have ever had to make as l have been doing this professionally for the last 33 years and this time l am not going to put a date on it but hopefully in 2020 I can get back to full health and batteries recharged. I always gave 100% to everything l did and if l can’t do that then l cannot do the job as it needs to be done. I have so many people to thank and l will do this in a private post over the weekend. However I would very much like to thank the man that brought me into the club Mick Toner who has shown great support and backed me all the way and who also was very supportive to my wife and family since my illness. He allowed me to bring the professional environment that l am used to into the already fantastic facilities of Blackstone Marian Park and l will be forever grateful. Finally but most importantly to all the players and staff over the last three and a half years my sincerest thanks to each and everyone of you and l wish you all the best for now and in the future. Along this journey l have met some fantastic people and also have made some wonderful friends for life.
Thank you Drogheda Town FC.
Robbie Horgan
It’s with a very heavy heart and great sadness that due to health reasons l am leaving my post as senior manager of Drogheda Town FC. It’s been a very tough year for myself and my family since l got seriously ill with Sepsis in March of this year. As most of you will know l was in an induced coma but was one of the lucky ones to pull through after spending a month in the Intensive care unit in Navan hospital. After coming out of the induced coma the fantastic nurses and doctors told me the road that lay ahead was a long one but l would fully recover within 3-18 months. All l heard was the 3 months part and l set a goal of getting myself fully right for that time and to go back to life as it was before l got ill. I went back for my 3 month check up at the end of June and they told me l had made significant progress but l am only halfway there and l have to go back in 3 months time for further checks.I convinced myself l be ok to go back to do what l love best football but l was no where near it. Because it’s not just physical it’s the phycological/mental side that really takes over when you have been through a serious illness and that’s the end l have struggled to come to terms with. So l need to step away from football for now which is one of the hardest decisions l have ever had to make as l have been doing this professionally for the last 33 years and this time l am not going to put a date on it but hopefully in 2020 I can get back to full health and batteries recharged. I always gave 100% to everything l did and if l can’t do that then l cannot do the job as it needs to be done. I have so many people to thank and l will do this in a private post over the weekend. However I would very much like to thank the man that brought me into the club Mick Toner who has shown great support and backed me all the way and who also was very supportive to my wife and family since my illness. He allowed me to bring the professional environment that l am used to into the already fantastic facilities of Blackstone Marian Park and l will be forever grateful. Finally but most importantly to all the players and staff over the last three and a half years my sincerest thanks to each and everyone of you and l wish you all the best for now and in the future. Along this journey l have met some fantastic people and also have made some wonderful friends for life.
Thank you Drogheda Town FC.
Robbie Horgan
Club Response
Drogheda Town FC are sad to see Robbie's three and a half years at the helm come to an end. It's been a tough year for Robbie and family and we fully understand his reasons behind his decision. In his time at the club his approach was very professional and from day one his changes showed that. He appointed a physio, a kit man and his training sessions which had quality only seen at an elite level. He also worked with the next generation of players at the club which seen three U17/18 players making their senior debuts in the Leinster Senior League in the 2018/19 season.
Drogheda Town would like to thank Robbie Horgan for his commitment in his time at the club and wish him all the best for the future. We hope he can make a full recovery and some day see him return to football."
Drogheda Town FC.
Proud of all our teams who took part in some of the summer cups. Thanks to Kells blackwater FC and Albion for their efforts.
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Thanks to everyone you took part in the FAI Summer camp in Drogheda Town FC in August. We hope you all had fun and will be back in 2019. Thanks too to all the coaches who made this a memorable week for all the players.
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Well done to all our coaches who completed the FAI Safe Guarding 1 course recently. Many thanks to Mark Scanlon for his support.
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Busy weekend for our academy, United park and the visit of Ardee academy.
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Hard luck to our U15 squad today, narrowly beaten by St. Kevin’s away in Shanowen Road. Goals from Patrick McGeary and Adam Kelly in the first half pulled it back to 2-2 at the break. McGeary broke away again in the second have to level things up at 3-3. The last 10 minutes saw 2 penalty decisions go against DTFC, who fought to the very end. The club are very proud of these players and have high hopes going into the new NDSL season. Well done lads. Thanks to all our supporters on the day. Great to see on the sideline.
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Academy visit Ardee Celtic
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U17's having a great season .....
A super win over Swords Celtic to reach the 3rd round of the FAI Youth Cup. Well done to all involved.
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Our U10 Eagles on the pitch ahead of the Drogheda United F.C. match against Bohemians. Well done boys and coaches. |
Drogheda Town FC players make Kennedy Cup squad 2017
Drogheda Town FC had 8 players selected for this seasons Kennedy Cup squad which was held in UL last week. Playing against teams such as Kerry, NEC, North Tipperary, WW/EC and eventual finalists Sligo/Leitrim, the squad came away with 2 wins in the competition. Niall Collins, Alan Bowden, Ryanb Connolly, Adam Kelly, Sean O' Donoghue, David Nkpa, Tom Bowen and Alex Agbonifo all had impressive tournaments. Both Sean and David scored 2 goals each with Alan also scoring. Adam and David also scored in the final game penalty shoot-out. Sean's goal against Sligo/Leitrim was voted goal of the tournament!
Well done to all the lads, the club are extremely proud of your achievement.
Well done to all the lads, the club are extremely proud of your achievement.
Check our Sean's cracking goal on the SFAI FB page
https://www.facebook.com/SFAI.ie/videos/vb.197107123971748/460091884339936/?type=2&theater |
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Drogheda Town FC are seeking new coaches to join our exciting Junior Football Academy that launched late 2016 that caters for children aged 4-7.
The Drogheda Town FC junior football academy takes place each Saturday morning 10:30 - 11:30 in Marian Park and last season saw 40-50 children attend regularly and we will be looking to grow this further next season. No previous coaching experience is required as there are experienced coaches in place to help and guide new coaches. Drogheda Town are committed to develop new coaches through various programmes organised with the FAI, other coaching specialists and the Drogheda Town Committee. For further information on any of the above please contact John Walsh on 0868549499 or Philip Connolly on 0861506784. |
Season 2016/17 - Roll of Honour
Great season by all our teams, some excellent football played at all levels. Top bins to the following teams .... so far!
Well done to the U14 Ravens who finished runners up in Division 1 at the weekend. Great finish to the season.
U14 Eagles who also finished runners up in the Premier league last week.
Division 2 League winners U13 Falcons, unbeaten all season. The future is bright for DTFC!
U11 Hawks, Cup Winners - well done to Stephen and Lar and all the boys.
Fantastic performance in United park to take the cup.
Great season by all our teams, some excellent football played at all levels. Top bins to the following teams .... so far!
Well done to the U14 Ravens who finished runners up in Division 1 at the weekend. Great finish to the season.
U14 Eagles who also finished runners up in the Premier league last week.
Division 2 League winners U13 Falcons, unbeaten all season. The future is bright for DTFC!
U11 Hawks, Cup Winners - well done to Stephen and Lar and all the boys.
Fantastic performance in United park to take the cup.
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HAPPY EASTER from everyone in the academy !!! |
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St. Patrick's Day
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Now that was FUN !!!
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Jimmy Maguire Memorial Cup
Thursday 26th January
Thursday 26th January
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Versus |
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Thanks to all who came out to support.
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Well done to all club players representing the Drogheda League in last weekends Interleague games in Wicklow. Two fantastic results for the U12's and U13's, with both teams coming back with wins. The club is very proud of your achievement. Keep up the good work!
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Drogheda Town FC would like to express its deepest sympathies to family and friends of one of our founder members and joint Honorary President Mr Jimmy McGuire who passed away this week. May he rest in peace.
LOOK WHO CAME TO VISIT!!
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What a great morning! Santa arrived at the DTFC Kindergarten and Academy. Plenty of smiles around the clubhouse.
What a fun Saturday morning!! Special thanks to Ardee Celtic for joining the Academy this morning.
Coaches training session with Coerver earlier this week. Great night!
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Future stars hit the headlines!
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Happy with the start of the new season !! Well done guys!!
Some of our summer tournament winners, well done lads.
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Thanks to Flogas and all who sponsored our teams last season. The club is always very grateful for all the sponsorship it receives. If anyone/business would like to sponser the club for next season please contact Drogheda Town FC.
Click here for more information. 
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Thanks to all the players, parents and supporters who attended both our recent presentation nights. Special thanks also to all who helped organise the events and cater for all the players during the evenings. Your support is as every very much appreciated.
Awards Night part 2 - gallery
Congratulations to all our award winners
Congratulations to all our award winners
Awards Night part 1 - gallery
Well done to all our young players
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Drogheda Town FC awards night for the 2015/16 season will be held in Marian Park. For our U8 to U12 teams, the date is July 11th. For our U13 to U18's, July 18th is the date. Enjoy the evening and well done on another fun and successful season.
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Looking to coach?
DTFC is looking for additional coaches to join the club. With a growing number of teams for the upcoming season, we are looking to add to our coaching team. Click on the link for more information. |
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Well done to Alan Bowden who represented the Drogheda league in the Kennedy Cup this week. Alan and the rest of the squad finished the tournament in their best position for five years. The club are extremely proud of having a Drogheda Town player reach this standard and play at such an elite level. We are very proud of your efforts Alan, well done.
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For latest DTFC Trials information, 2016-17 season, click logo
Tony Brady Perpetual Shield
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Winners Mick Kelly Selection
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Well done to our U12's - Winning the recent 5 aside in Donacarney FC
Under 13 Eagles soar high to retain premier title!
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Drogheda Town Eagles U13 clinched their second league title in two seasons after a hard fought draw against local rivals Donacarney. An early goal from Calum Sheedy allowed the home team take control the early exchanges, however the visitors soon bounced back with goals either side of half time. Showing why they were the league's top team, DTFC dug deep and levelled the game. Great work on the wing from Joe Comiskey gave Ryan Connolly the simplest of tasks, firing in from close range. Energetic displays from Adam Kelly and Fionn Meagher in the middle of the park continued to drive DTFC forward, however nothing could separate the teams in the end with both defences remaining solid. Cup presentation to follow. Well done to all involved on another terrific season.
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Division 1 Champions !!!
Drogheda Town Under 14's last night beat Drogheda Marsh Crescent 3-2 at Marian Park to close out the division one title.
An early goal by Alan Donnelly put DTFC one up, quickly followed by a Dean Almond Strike to make it 2-0.
Matthew Eccles then had a great chance to make it 3 but saw his shot from a corner go over the bar.
Again, DTFC never let their heads drop dominating the 2nd half and only the crossbar and post along with some great saves by they DMC goal keeper kept the scores level at 2-2. With little over 10 minutes left to play, Alan Donnelly score the
vital winning goal to seal the Division title.
Well done to the whole squad and management team, fantastic achievement.
An early goal by Alan Donnelly put DTFC one up, quickly followed by a Dean Almond Strike to make it 2-0.
Matthew Eccles then had a great chance to make it 3 but saw his shot from a corner go over the bar.
Again, DTFC never let their heads drop dominating the 2nd half and only the crossbar and post along with some great saves by they DMC goal keeper kept the scores level at 2-2. With little over 10 minutes left to play, Alan Donnelly score the
vital winning goal to seal the Division title.
Well done to the whole squad and management team, fantastic achievement.
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Here is just a flavour of what's in store ......
Drogheda Town Under 14's continued their excellent run of form, beating Dromin 3-2 today. Dave McEvoy opened the scoring after a great through ball by Sean White, to put us 1 up. A good Dromin team then turned the game on its head, scoring either side of half time and turning up the pressure. What was most impressive was the DTFC response. Rather than letting heads drop, they quickly battled back to level the game, Sean White again in the right place at the right time. DTFC were now in command and pushing hard for a winner. Keeping this impressive run alive, again it was White who pounced to score a vital winner. |
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This latest win now sets the team up to close out the division as champions. One point is now needed away at Duleek to take the crown! So, get down to Duleek on Tuesday evening and cheer the lads on! As much support as possible would be greatly appreciated by the players. Kick off is 7:00pm, best of luck Barry, Sean and the lads.
U12 Falcons working hard at the weekend!
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Well done to all who took part in the kindergarten this year. Thanks to all the coaches and committee members who gave up their time to help out every Monday evening.
Future stars, our Under 8 Falcons.
Keep up the good work lads!
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Two fine draws away to SDFL in Ballyowen Park this weekend finished off the Interleague challenge. Well done to all involved. The club are very proud of your achievements this season.
Under 13 Squad Ryan Connolly, Alan Bowden, Adam Kelly, Sean Flanagan, Calum Sheedy, Kenenna Okwara and Fionn Meagher. Under 12 Squad Tom Bowden, Conor McGuirk and Glen Eagers. |
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For everyone coming to support us this (and every) weekend,
please keep in mind .........
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Drogheda Town F.C. under 13 Ravens being presented with, training bibs and a sports trainer first aid kit. This was very kindly sponsored by Totalhealth Bryanstown, Cross route, Drogheda
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Lisa Cummings !!! |
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Congratulations to all the Drogheda Town players selected to play against Midlands in the Inter league games (U13 and U12) at the weekend (wk 16). It was great to see Alan Bowden on the score sheet too for the U13's The club are very proud of your achievements. |
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Drogheda Town FC (senior team) are pleased to announce the appointment of Robbie Horgan as their new manager. Robbie is well known in Drogheda as a former player, assistant manager and manager of Drogheda United and brings over 30 years of League of Ireland experience.
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Just a note of thanks for all the recent support to our Quiz night, Christmas Raffle and Indoor Market.
All your support is very much appreciated. |
Emerging Talent Program
Congratulations to all the Drogheda Town players who represented the Drogheda ETP teams in the recent inter League games against the DDSL.
The club is very proud of your achievements. |
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Saturday evenings
DTFC Bingo every Saturday night at Marian park, 8:30pm. A fun night for all. Snowball rising!
Cup finalists again!
Congratulations to Gary and Richie's U14's, league and cup runners up.
Club Lotto every Thursday. If your not in ....
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2014/15 Season
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Best of luck to all the DTFC players representing the Drogheda ETP Squad, playing the DDSL squad in Abbotstown on Sunday.
League winners
The new Premier champions. Well done to John and Aidan and the U10 squad.
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Drogheda Town FC are delighted to announce that next week's proceeds from our bingo will go to help Drogheda Abacas School for Children with Autism. Please come along and support! 
Click on logo for more information on Abacas
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Summer holidays sorted!! COYBIG
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Many thanks to Outsource for sponsoring the new U15's Premier kit.
Your support is very much appreciated. |
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Three of Drogheda Towns U 15's who were selected for the Irish U15's future stars squad. Fantastic achievement lads, well done from everyone in DTFC.
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Senior Football Supporters!
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Drogheda Town FC New Senior Kit For 2015 2016 Season. Many Thanks to Donal and Noel from Blackstone Motors main Renault and Dacia Dealers and Carzone.ie our Main Sponsors for the upcoming season.
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Recently our U13's premier team entered the Volkswagen Junior Masters pre season tournament at the AUL complex. Victories against Knocknacarra FC, Willows FC and Peake Villa, saw the team lift the Bowl trophy. After a very tense final finished 2-2, the boys held their nerve to win on penalties. Great support as ever for the team, a super squad effort over the weekend. Many thanks to Western Motors, Drogheda for their backing and Teamware for their tops.
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Upcoming First Aid and Food Safety Training in Marian park, coming soon.
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Additional coaches and assistants always needed!
