Railway Union in Sandymount is about to open a brand new indoor training facility to be known as the Railway Dome. This purpose built facility is designed primarily as a cricket training ground, with the potential to open it out to other sports further down the line.
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It was a perfect day in College Park; one of the best places to play rugby in the country. There was a strong crowd of tourists and AIL regulars viewing on in anticipation of what was to be an exciting clash. The conditions were perfect on a warm winter’s afternoon, sun shining and clear skies.
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Last month Dublin City Council announced the official launch of the new Dublin City Half Marathon. Taking place on Sunday March 30th 2025, with a €68 entry fee, the 13.1-mile race starts on O’Connell Street and takes runners out through the north of the city,
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Bill Fallon was in the prime of his life as a footballer during the 1938/39 season. From the outset, he scored more goals and created more chances than ever and his fantastic wing play made him a crucial player in Sheffield Wednesday’s challenge for the Division Two championship.
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What another great rowing season for the Paddys again! Starting from April with a row from Wicklow to Ringsend for charities raising €20.000. Then again in the East Coast regattas winning lots of medals from the under 10s right up to Veteran Ladies.
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At the start of the 1938/39 season Bill Fallon was the first choice left winger at Division Two Sheffield Wednesday FC. The previous season, Bill had performed heroics, scoring and setting up the goals that saved Wednesday from relegation. This season, things were different.
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Excitement aplenty at the Aviva Stadium for the Aer Lingus College Football Classic which saw Georgia Tech win over Florida State (24-21). Over 27,000 US tourists came over to see this spectacular match and it didn’t disappoint with the entertainment and what a scene in Dublin.
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On August 29th last Dragons at the Docks happened once again at Dublin’s Capital Dock, Grand Canal. As before there was no shortage of celebration with people coming from all over Dublin to support the rowers. Eight different docking points were set up for the boats,
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A memorial plaque tribute for renowned local sportsman, John “Wembo” Young was officially unveiled back in August in Ringsend Park on the big astro pitch which will also be renamed, The John Young Astro. This touching, bittersweet occasion was to honour John,
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