This change gives a better balance between the divisions. American Football Comes to Ireland. The 2007 IAFL season, complete with new divisional format was due to begin on 4 March with the College Championship game between DCU Saints and UL Vikings, but the game was delayed due to rain, so the season proper began on 25 March when the Cork Admirals beat the Belfast Bulls, the UL Vikings beat the Tallaght Outlaws and Dublin Rebels (then Shamrock Bowl Holders) beat the DCU Saints. Its activities are many and varied and include the following: 16–18 age group) league. Irish American Football Team Logos 1985-2019. the league looks like this: The 2010 IAFL season, has returned to the divisional format. Is it tougher than rugby? Aviva Stadium is located in Dublin, Ireland, with a capacity of 51,700 and 48,000 for American Football. The Tullamore Phoenix step up from DV8s level to join the ten sides who contested the 2011 season. Northern Hordes 1988-2003 - American Football International", "Dublin Rebels capture 8th Irish Championship with last second win over Belfast Trojans", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=American_Football_Ireland&oldid=1017514558, All Wikipedia articles written in Hiberno-English, Articles to be expanded from January 2012, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Senior American Football (18 year olds and above), Youth American Football (15-18 year olds), Flag Football (non-contact, 16 year olds and above), An 8-game, 16-week regular season running from March to early July, A six-team, four-week single elimination playoff tournament beginning with the wildcard round in July and culminating in the, This page was last edited on 13 April 2021, at 06:12. North[6][7], Shamrock Bowl Preview[9] In 2001, the Carrickfergus Knights, Dublin Dragons, Dublin Rebels and University of Limerick Vikings played a full league season of football. American Football Ireland is seeking to appoint a Director of Development who has a strong interest in sport and is willing to volunteer their time to a sporting organisation. There are reports of an American football game taking place in Ravenhill, the home of Ulster Rugby back in 1942 when two teams of American armed forces personnel played each other in front of the reported crowd of 8,000 spectators. Blanchardstown Coach DeMonte will also help with the education of coaches throughout Ireland. Each of these should be great day out for IAFL supporters. There are now an unprecedented number of teams competing in this fast growing league with a total of 11 teams taking part in the senior IAFL and 3 teams plus a number of rookie teams provided by some of the larger senior teams in the DV-8's. They were joined in Belgium by the Carrickfergus Knights. Each 3rd placed team will travel to the 2nd placed team in their division in the Wildcard round. The Knights came third, ahead of French team, Celtes de Mitry. The season finished with the first ever IAFL Allstar game in which the North defeated the South 7–0. Founded in 1984 the AFI is entirely volunteer run and all American football played in Ireland is played at an amateur level. The winners of the playoffs battle it out for the Shamrock Bowl. The idea of the divisional format is that any new teams, such as the up-coming development teams, will easily fit into the divisional format without dramatically increasing the length of the season, which currently runs from February/March to Early August. Irish American Football League → American Football Ireland – Association rebranded from IAFL to American Football Ireland in January 2020 Jobuchanan 13:25, 20 February 2020 (UTC) . In it, the existing teams were divided into three divisions, Northern, Central and Southern, three teams in each. You accept the use of cookies by closing or dismissing this banner, by scrolling this page, by clicking a link or button or by continuing to browse otherwise. The first game featured a 2–7 Boston College team led by Mark Kamphaus against the 8–1 Army Black Knights.The originators of the game were Aidan J. Prendergast and Jim O'Brien. This would also help teams who are just starting out to get some playing time and reduce the pressure to find new players, which has plagued new IAFL teams in the past. The Flag Football section is split into 2 separate conferences: The Premier Division consists of eight senior teams. Trinity College Dublin American Football (competing as Trinity College; formerly known as the Trinity Thunderbolts) is the American Football team of Trinity College Dublin.. First established as the Gridiron Society in 1993, a competitive team was formed in 2008. The Irish American Football League, also known as the IAFL, is the biggest American football league in Ireland. American football has come a long way in Ireland since its first ever game in 1942, when two teams of US servicemen played in front of an 8,000-strong crowd at the Ravenhill rugby ground in Belfast. American football in Ireland was back in business. American Football Ireland are delighted to announce an exciting new partnership between AFI and the internationally renowned, HOPE Through Football. It was decided to continue running the DV-8's league, where development teams could learn and improve on the basics of football in a competitive league setting. In September 2016, Dublin’s Aviva Stadium played host to the first game of the new college football season between the Georgia Tech … It is built on the site of the former Lansdowne Road stadium, which was demolished in 2007, and where Boston College played in 1988. Three more teams – Cork, Belfast & Craigavon – joined the IAFL bringing the total up to seven. There are 4 doubleheaders scheduled for the upcoming season where four teams will play at one venue on the same day. If you want to learn more or withdraw your consent to all or some of the cookies, please refer to our cookies policy. Northern Ireland is a stronghold for American Football in Ireland with the likes of the Trojans, the Cowboys, the Knights and the recently crowned third division champions the Donegal/Derry Vipers.Also based in the North are the Antrim Jets and the PSNI Razorbacks .And lest we forget the Titans, the Mavericks, the Bulldogs and the Minotaurs: based in Tyrone, Louth, Meath and Mullingar! Consequently, there will be some changes to the playoff structure. August 3 2019. Ireland’s love for American college football, too. The Belfast Bulls won the Division 2 title. regards Atlantic306 22:16, 20 February 2020 (UTC) This website or its third-party tools use cookies, which are necessary for its functioning and required to achieve the purposes illustrated in the cookie policy. Overview & [Season Roster & Match Reports]: Ireland National American Football Team 1986-Present. American Football Ireland is seeking to appoint a Director of Development who has a strong interest in sport and is willing to volunteer their time to a sporting organisation. This would also help teams who are just starting out to get some playing time and reduce the pressure to find new players, which has plagued new IAFL teams in the past. NORTH SOUTH SHAMROCK BOWLXXX CHAMPIONS PLAYOFFFIXTURES SEASONSTANDINGS FIXTURES& RESULTS Wild Card Semi Finals Emerald Bowl V Mavericks December 1, 2018 39-25 Mavericks December 1, 2018 31-13 Knights Mavericks December 1, 2018 12-18 Trinity ED Eagles December 1, 2018 33-31 ED Eagles December 1, 2018 16-39 Trojans […] Era-by-Era Records (Scores) IAFL All-Stars 1986-1991. The Belfast Bulls, Craigavon Cowboys and UL Vikings played in Division 2 which was created to help development teams get competitive game experience. AFI is pleased to announce the appointments of Kelly Dwyer (left) and Helen Smyth (right) to the Management Board as... Join the management team of one of the most exciting and fastest growing sports in Ireland! The Carrickfergus Knights played Team Canada in Dublin and performed well in a 34–6 defeat. The Rebels won the Charleroi Trophy, defeating local team, the Charleroi Cougars in the Tournament final. It was decided to keep the league format the same. Founded by NFL Hall of Famer and Super Bowl Winner Rod Woodson, Hope Through Football is a non-profit association created so that coaches and players can develop, expand and sharpen their football knowledge and skills, all while learning character and … Elverys uses cookies to enhance your experience when visiting our website. The playoffs and Shamrock Bowl will take place from mid June to mid July. The first Shamrock Bowl game was played in 1986 between the Craigavon Cowboys and the Dublin Celts. The same teams will compete in the same divisions, with the exception of the Dublin Rhinos, a spin-off from the Dublin Dragons, who will replace the Dragons in the IAFL Central. American Football Ireland (AFI) is seeking to appoint an experienced Director of Coaching who has a strong interest in sport and is willing to volunteer their time to a sporting organisation. The Knights finished first in the league to qualify for the Shamrock Bowl. Within the Senior American Football section, there are 3 separate divisions: The Youth American Football section expands year on year, with a record 7 teams competing for the AFI Youth Plate in 2019. The team played two fixtures including the inaugural Celtic Classic against John Carroll University from Ohio, USA. These divisions will have 5 and 6 teams respectively as opposed to either 3 or 4 under last years format. The only fixture to be played in Ireland that year was an Irish selection against a visiting high school team - Mount St. Josephs from Maryland USA. Again the Rebels ran out victorious with a tough fought win against the Belfast Bulls in the big game. During 2002, the sport found a new lease on life in Ireland. Find out more and apply at https://www.americanfootball.ie/job/director_of_development/ AMERICAN COLLEGE FOOTBALL is to return to Ireland for the first time in four years as Navy’s meeting with Notre Dame has been arranged to take place in Dublin in August 2020. The first game to take place in Dublin happened in 1953. American football, referred to simply as football in the United States and Canada and also known as gridiron, is a team sport played by two teams of eleven players on a rectangular field with goalposts at each end. American Football Ireland Kitted Teams by County / Region 1942-Present. The 2007 season was contested by nine teams, following the addition of the Belfast Trojans and the Tallaght Outlaws to the league. One of these confirmations is the annual Colours match between Trinity College and UCD. Shop online for American Football with JD Sports Ireland, the leading sports fashion retailer. This list may not reflect recent changes (). It’s not just NFL football that Ireland is going mad for—it’s America’s college football, too. It was decided to gradually phase out under 18 kitted players and start a junior (i.e. The top team in each division will host a Semi-Final. However, during the course of the year there were some significant developments. The 2007 Shamrock Bowl was won by UL Vikings. The NFL Academy, which opened in September 2019, is a major UK initiative by the NFL, which aims to use... AFI and our member clubs have so far received just under €70,000 in COVID sustainability funding from both Sport Ireland... AFI is pleased to announce the appointments of Kelly Dwyer …, Join the management team of one of the most exciting …, Today we celebrate the achievements women have accomplished within AFI, …, The NFL Academy, which opened in September 2019, is a …, AFI and our member clubs have so far received just …, At yesterdays AGM, Aidan Maguire (top left) was elected as …, American Football Ireland (AFI) are delighted to announce an exciting …, The Super Bowl Super Raffle, hosted by American Football Ireland …, The “Super Bowl Super Raffle”, hosted by American Football Ireland …, The AFI Management Board has approved associate membership to two …. Shamrock Bowl Results[10], UL Vikings/Carrickfergus Knights 2nd Team, "Irish American Football League  :: I A F L  ::", "2012 IAFL Schedule Published - New Format Announced. American Football Ireland (AFI) is the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of American Football in Ireland and is responsible for all regulatory, competition, performance and development aspects of the game. The Emerald Isle Classic was the first NCAA-sanctioned American college football game played in Europe.The game was played at Lansdowne Road in Dublin, Ireland in the years 1988 and 1989. The Irish American Football team played their first international game in August against The Netherlands. Please note that there are a small number confirmations to be made, so please check this site regularly for updates. If you are familiar with the subject can you please improve the referencing? Again, four teams contested the league with the Carrickfergus Knights defeating the UL Vikings in Shamrock Bowl XVI. . AFI Partner With Hope Through Football Foundation, Super Bowl Super Raffle – Fundraiser For Clubs. The season continued throughout April and May, with the IAFL College Championship Game eventually been rescheduled on 3 June, with the UL Vikings beating the DCU Saints 50–2. American football will return to Dublin in 2020, kicking off a five-game Aer Lingus college football series over subsequent years. These four teams were the backbone of the reformation of the IAFL and they were all instrumental in the creation of the IAFA. The UL Vikings faced the Rebels in the Bowl game, which the Rebels won, making it their fourth consecutive Shamrock Bowl win. Is that legal?! Ireland American Football Teams . The Development League (DV8) consists of the following teams. In June, the Dublin Rebels travelled to Belgium and won the Charleroi Trophy against the Charleroi Cougars and two French teams - Reims Champs and Forbach Taupes. The 2019 season was the last year the League ran due to the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2005 the same six teams competed for the Shamrock Bowl. An AGM held on 25 November decided the format for the 2008 season. Founded in 1984 the AFI is entirely volunteer run and all American football played in Ireland is played at an amateur level. Snugborough Road Sports such as the ones below have a rich history in Ireland… The game, which attracted a record attendance for an IAFL game, is regarded as the best ever Shamrock Bowl. The IAFL format was changed to a single division rather than the previous North, South and Central divisions in which each team would play eight matches, seeded to make the league more competitive. Cork Admirals won the wildcard game and set up a play-off tie with the Dublin Rebels, strongly fancied to retain the Shamrock Bowl for the 5th consecutive time. It was also decided to run a DV-8's league, where development teams and entrants from already established teams can field rookies in 8 a side matches. League Table. During the course of the regular season, two non-league games were played against foreign opposition, with CMS College Stags beating the Tallaght Outlaws 67–0 and, in the Claddagh Classic on 2 June, the Team USA All-Stars beat the Carrickfergus Knights 26–0. All four teams participated in the reformation of the Irish American Football League (IAFL). After the 2008 season, the Tallaght Outlaws decided to stop playing in the league, after playing two full seasons in the league. The Carrickfergus Knights, Cork Admirals, Dublin Dragons and Dublin Rebels played in Division 1. The top team from each division all go into the play-offs and the two second placed teams, with the highest numbers of points, playing a wildcard game for the 4th spot. As with last year, each team will play 8 regular season games. The play-off positions were decided on the last day of the regular season, with the Belfast Bulls, Dublin Rebels and UL Vikings securing their respective Divisional titles and the Belfast Trojans and Cork Admirals as the wildcard teams. Firstly, three development teams applied to join the league for 2003. 2004 promised to be the best season ever for Irish American football both on and off the field and did not fail to deliver. IAFL membership reached an all-time high of more than 300 registered players. Note: W = Wins, L = Losses, T = Ties It was also announced that having American football in Ireland will be an annual event, with the other games to be played between 2020 and 2024. Official YouTube channel of American Football Ireland (AFI). In June 2003, the Dublin Rebels returned to Belgium to defend their Charleroi Trophy title. the top four teams would go to the playoffs in which the number 1 seeded team would face the number 4 seeded team, and the number 2 seeded team would face the number 2 seeded team. The UL Vikings won a close game 22–14 to win Shamrock Bowl XXI and claim their first ever title. Incredibly it was founded way back in 1984 and consists of 23 teams competing in … Sport Ireland Campus IRISH Girl Rugby Coach Reacts to Biggest AMERICAN Football Hits EVER! The season finished on a high note with the visit of Team Canada, the Canadian U21 team. American Football Ireland is a member of the Federation of Irish Sport, American Football Ireland (AFI) 6 teams played a full competitive league schedule and the standard of play was higher than at any time in the previous 10 years. Is there any NEED for helmets? All teams had bigger rosters and most of the rookies were in the 17–21 age group. The schedule and divisional standings can be found below. Agree with the move, but the article needs more independent referencing. However, the change gives teams a greater variety of opponents as well more common opponents. For the 2021 Season, the Premier Division will consist of: The League consists of three tiers of football, starting with the Premier Division, also known as the SBC. In 2007, to cope with the growing number of teams, a divisional format was introduced to replace the old league format. A new league structure and administration was put in place and the IAFL helped form the Irish American Football Association (IAFA) - the new national governing body for the sport. American Football Ireland is a member of the Federation of Irish Sport American Football Ireland (AFI) The Dublin Rebels defeated the Carrickfergus Knights in Shamrock Bowl XV, which was played in Carrickfergus. It will conclude on 10 June. Pages in category "American football teams in Northern Ireland" The following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total. The Dublin Rebels defeated the Carrickfergus Knights 24–22 in Shamrock Bowl XVIII. The team's first season was played in the Irish American Football League (IAFL) Development League. The regular will start in late February, which is earlier than in previous years. The 2006 season saw the addition of new teams the DCU Saints and Dublin Marshals to the IAFL making the total number of competing teams, 8, the highest it had been in many years. Safe Soccer US Open Cup ... USA Rolls Past Ireland 3-0 In Front Of 37,040 Fans At The Rose Bowl To Win First Match Of 2019 Victory Tour Presented By Allstate Match Report. AFI is the national governing body of American football in Ireland, with 29 member clubs and over 1,650 members. both winners would then play in the shamrock bowl. American Football Ireland is the National Governing Body for American Football in Ireland. Below are the IAFL 1 and IAFL 2 divisions. During 2000, plans were made to resurrect the IAFL. It is home to the Irish Rugby Football Union and the Republic of Ireland national football team. The Cork Admirals are the current champions. The league for 2008 looks like this. Secondly, an Irish team won an International club competition for the first time ever. The Cowboys won the first title played in Dublin. - Irish American Football Association", "2013 Shamrock Bowl Conference Schedule Published", "Shamrock Bowl Conference - Irish American Football Association", "Shamrock Bowl XXX Preview - Belfast Trojans face the Dublin Rebels in Ireland's Championship game. The game attracted a large crowd and some media attention - highlights were broadcast on TV3 in Ireland and Sky Sports throughout Europe. The big change this year is that the structure has been changed from 3 regional divisions to 2 regional divisions – IAFL North and IAFL South. IRISH AMERICAN EVENTS LIMITED (IAEL) Anthony Travel and Corporate.ie have partnered together to create the Aer Lingus College Football Classic through the formation of IAEL. American Football Ireland (AFI) is the National Governing Body for American football for Ireland and Northern Ireland. Welcome to the Eirball – Irish, North American & World Sports Archive. Dublin 15. [2], Note: W = Wins, L = Losses, T = Ties During the 2003/2004 off-season, Coach Phil DeMonte (ex-Oxford University Cavaliers) was appointed as the Head Coach of the Irish National Team and IAFL Allstars. However, Cork managed to win a close fought 8–6 victory and secured their first ever bowl appearance against UL Vikings, who beat the Belfast Bulls 44–2 to set the stage for the first ever all-Munster Shamrock Bowl. The Celts were also the First Irish team to represent Ireland in the Euro Bowl – the then Champions league of European American Football. American Football 90 products Whether cheering on the New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles or New York Giants, do so in style in our unparalled collection. The Celts then went on to be the number 1 team in Ireland for the next 10 years, winning the Shamrock Bowl 5 times. The Rebels beat the Cork Admirals in the semi-final and then defeated the Knights 24–12 in a spectacular Shamrock Bowl XVII, played at Suttonians RFC in Dublin. Through this entity, we aim to bring American college football to Ireland each year to promote Ireland … American Football Ireland is the National Governing Body for American Football in Ireland. Ireland Teams. The following year in 2002, the Cork Admirals joined to become the league’s 5 th team. 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