NOTICEBOARD 27/04/2025

ME Programme : Our first pilot of the workshop will be rolled out directly following our May Council meeting, in the Keadeen Hotel on Wednesday 14th May. We are kicking off the Council meeting at the earlier time of 7.30pm to facilitate the workshop. The Mental Education Programme (The ME Programme) facilitated by Paddy Maher is an easy to use, educational toolbox, that will help anyone that uses it, works it, and understands it, to live their lives with confidence, good self-esteem and be able to handle all life’s challenges, where they will know how to prevent and reduce problems from developing; such as suicide, self-harm, self-sabotage, mental health problems, addiction, anxiety, depression and emotional and behavioural issues. The topics covered in the programme are; the Function of the Mind, Emotions, Understanding Positive and Negative Mental Health, Self Esteem, Positive and Affective Communication, Assertiveness, Addiction and Stress Management. All the information in the programme is Evidenced-Based

Leinster FA Women’s Shield Final : Huge thanks to Coill Dubh AFC for hosting the Leinster Football Association Women’s Shield Final on Sunday between Balydoyle United and Thomastown United FC. Coill Dubh Club Secretary Trevor McLoughlin also gave of his time to Vio the game live and our very own Karen Hickey (LFA Senior Council member) was on hand with arrangement on behalf of the LFA. Thanks to everyone who made the day so enjoyable as the Club showcased it’s grounds at Cusack Park on the provincial stage. 

Midweek fixtures: (Where applicable) Senior / Division 1 Wednesday 14th May 2025. Premier/2/3 Thursday 15th May 2025. 

First Council Meeting of 2025 

The first Council meeting of the 2025 season will take place on Wednesday 14th May in the Keadeen Hotel at 7.30pm. Among league business presentations will be made for our monthly award winners Sept/Oct last year, including Managers/Players/Senior players and goal keepers of the month. 

KDFL 2025 31st Annual Awards night – Date for your Diary – Friday 28th November 2025 Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge.