Noticeboard 11/01/2026

Paudie Sullivan (RIP) The KDFL were devastated to learn of the passing of a giant of

Kildare Football Paudie O Sullivan on Sunday. Paudie was a founding member of Coill

Dubh AFC in 1978 and continued to play a part in the Club until his untimely passing.

His involvement in his precious club spanned an incredible 48 years where he held

practically every position. When you ask about stalwarts of Kildare football, Paudie

invariable is in the top of the pile. His commitment to the game of association football in

Kildare was undeniable.

From the early days in the Leinster Junior League to the KDFL, Paudie was at the

forefront of the Club’s development from the Community field to the impressive facility at

Cusack Park you see today. Every minute of every day was dedicated to his family, his

community and his club.

When Paudie walked into a room his presence was unmistakeable and when he spoke

people listened. He captured everyone’s attention when he spoke from the heart about

the game he loved so dearly.

Recipient of the KDFL Special Service Award in 2004/05 for his dedication, he steered his

club to many victories over their 31 year history in the KDFL including five Senior League

titles, two premier League titles, two Division 1 League titles, two Division 2 league titles,

one Division 3 league title, one Division 4 League title, two Youth league titles, three

League Cup titles, five Senior Cup titles, one Premier Cup title, one Division 1 Cup title,

two Division 2 Cup titles, two youth Cup titles, one League shield title, one Div 1-2 Shield

titles, one over 35 plate title, one over 35 cup title and three Club of the Year titles.

Undoubtedly, one of the most successful Clubs in the League and in no small part due to

the involvement of Paudie.

Today we have lost a true gent. Legend, for sure without a doubt but we prefer the word

giant of the game. Today we have lost one of the greatest, most influential and beloved

members of our community. To Barbara, Kelly, Pa, Michael and to all in Coill Dubh AFC

and the community of Coill Dubh we offer our deepest condolences.

FAI Adult Amateur Licence (Coaching Course). FULLY FUNDED BY THE KDFL FOR

THE FIRST 16 KDFL PARTICIPANTS (UPDATE 04/01/26) Course now fully

subscribed) Full details will be relayed shortly to all participants) Coming in late

Jan/early February (Date to be confirmed). Booking via club secretary (will be sent a link).

Content: This 16-hour course covers all aspects of adult amateur football, including

theoretical and practical content such as the framework of the game, football actions, and

coaching practice demonstrations.

Prerequisites: Participants must have completed Garda vetting and the Child Welfare

Safeguarding 1 course before enrolling.  This licence is designed for coaches working in

the adult amateur game and represents a cost-effective entry point into formal FAI

coaching qualifications. 

Further Sports Specific First Aid

Following on from our very successful fully funded sports specific first aid courses, the

KDFL have committed themselves to provided further free courses on sports specific first

aid at the end of January / Early February in preparation for the 2026 Season. Full details

will be relayed shortly to all clubs as soon as we have the facilitators availability (These

courses will be provided mid week (2 nights).

FAI Junior Cup 2026 (Men) FAI Womens Amateur Cup 2026 Application are open :

Links have been forwarded to all clubs in relation to the FAI Junior Cup 2026 (Summer

competition – Preliminary round end Feb) Closing date for receipt of applications is

Saturday 31 January 2026.

2026 Club applications : MS Club application links will be forwarded in the coming

weeks to all Clubs. The League remain in their closed Season for the time being.

Pre-Season friendly requests; Any clubs seeking pre season friendlies can advise on our

socials by contacting our Social Media Officer Jamie Connolly on 0831082927 or emailing

him on jamtay@live.com