London Calling ... Tir Chonaill Gaels International Sevens

January 04, 2013
Tir Chonaill Gaels, London, host their 12th Annual football Sevens tournament on Easter Saturday 30th March 2013 (Bank Holiday Weekend).

Tir Chonaill Gaels are extending an open invitation to any club, (Men's and Ladies) wishing to participate in this hugely successful event and enjoy a weekend of fun in the English Capital.
The tournament has grown in stature over the years attracting entries and followers from all over Ireland and Britain, with more teams anticipated this year.

2012 marked a special occasion for the club with it celebrating its 50th Anniversary and winning their 14th London Senior Football Championship.

Previous winners of the Annual 7's tournament include:
* Saint Killians (Armagh),
* Queens University (Belfast),
* Killybegs (Donegal),
* Salthill Knocknacarra (Galway),
* Michael Breathnach (Galway)
* All Saints (Antrim) - who have won it three times.

Last years winners were the host club Tir Chonaill Gaels who defeated fellow London team St Kiernans in an exciting final.

The event is played to a finish on the Saturday, with the winning team receiving the Francie O'Donnell Memorial Cup.
Also on the day there will be a ladies 7 a-side tournament with an open invitation to all International clubs. All men's and ladies teams will battle it out in a series of group matches with the strongest teams contesting for the semi-finals and finals, followed by presentations and live music.

The club would like to thank all of our sponsors for making this great day possible, especially Powerday, Bet365 and The Guild.
Also our sponsors who have looked after our players with employment and accommodation over the years and make the running of the club that much easier.

Tir Chonaill Gaels will help where possible with accommodation and travel arrangements. Please check club website on www.tirchonaillgaels.com for accommodation details.
Any club wishing to enter can contact club officers,
Stephen McLoughlin - +447788723922
Steven Keane - +447950262609
Tom Mohan - +447710307137

Or email [email protected] or [email protected]
Closing date for entries is 22nd February 2013.

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