Following the GAA’s Annual Congress in April 2012 a new rule was enacted that made it mandatory to use a mouthguard in all Gaelic football matches and training sessions from January 1st 2013 (for all age grades up to and including minor) and at U21 and Adult level from January 1st 2014. Please click on the link below to download the full information sheet from the GAA.
All forms have to submitted before Tuesday the 11th of December @ 5 O'Clock.
Motions - Any rule changes to the constitution requires a two/thirds majority at the A.G.M. - Motions require a majority decision to be passed. Please complete the form below if you would like to submit a motion or nominate someone for a position within the club or indeed to nominate yourself. Go raibh maith agaibh. Please click here to submit a motion or to nominate someone. AGM MOTION/NOMINATION FORM MOUTHGUARDS AND THE GAA
The purpose of this document is to present Clubs, Players and Parents with an overview of the forthcoming implementation of the GAA/GPA mouthguard initiative. This is a summary and more in-depth information will be made available in the near future. It will be mandatory to use a mouthguard in all football matches and training sessions from January 1st 2013 (for all age grades up to and including minor) and at U21 and Adult level from January 1st 2014 There are three types of mouthguards: Stock mouthguards are preformed and come ready to wear. Dentists do not recommend their use. Nonetheless, once they carry the CE (European Conformity) mark they are acceptable in terms of complying with the new GAA Rules. Boil and bite mouthguards can also be bought over the counter at most Sport Shops and generally offer a better fit than stock mouth protectors. Typically this type of mouthguard will cost in the region of €15 to €20 and again any mouthguard with the CE mark on it in this category is sufficient to ensure compliance with the new rule. Custom-fitted mouthguards are individually designed and made in a dental office or a professional laboratory based on your dentist's instructions. These will offer the best protection against dental and oral injury. Prices can vary significantly and it is worth seeking and comparing prices from a number of practitioners before deciding to purchase. There will be a range of official GAA/GPA mouthguards available to purchase in December. Further information on these products will be circulated to Clubs in late November. 2 COMPLYING WITH THE NEW RULE If a player refuses to comply with a Referee's instruction to wear a mouthguard, he will initially be cautioned by the Referee and if the player continues to refuse, the Referee can send him off (See Rule 6.2, Rules of Foul Play, The Playing Rules of Football, Official Guide, Part II, 20112) SOME QUESTIONS When does the new rule come into effect? From January 1st 2013, all players playing in grades up to and including Minor will be required to wear a mouthguard in all football games and at practice sessions. When does the ruling come into effect for adult players? From January 1st, 2014 all players at all grades will be required to wear a mouthguard in all football games and practice sessions. What will happen if I am not wearing a mouthguard in a game? If a player refuses to comply with a Referee's instruction to wear a mouthguard, he/she will initially be cautioned by the Referee and if the player continues to refuse, the Referee can send him/her off. Who is responsible for ensuring mouthguards are worn at training or practice sessions? It is a matter for each club to ensure the rule is adhered to at training or practice sessions. Clubs and players should note that players may not be covered under the player injury scheme if they are not wearing a mouthguard. Do players have to wear a mouthguard in hurling games? No, the new rule only applies to football; however, wearing a mouthguard when playing hurling does reduce the risk of dental injury. 3 I am a minor playing on an adult team in 2013; do I have to wear a mouthguard? Not in 2013. The wearing of mouthguards in 2013 is compulsory at all age grades up to minor. However, a player playing at U-21 or adult level in 2013 is not required to wear a mouthguard under rule. From January 1st 2014 all players at all grades must wear a mouthguard. Do I have to wear a mouthguard whilst playing Second Level games? Yes. From January 1st 2013, all Second Level players will be required to wear a mouthguard in all football games and at practice sessions. Do I have to wear a mouthguard whilst playing Third Level games? Not in 2013. From January 1st 2014 all players at all grades must wear a mouthguard. I'm a referee; do I have to check all players' mouths before a game to ensure compliance? Referee's will not be expected to individually check players before a game; however if a Referee notices that a player is not wearing a mouthguard, he should caution the player and if the player still refuses to wear one, he should be sent off. Which type of mouthguard should I purchase? The decision on which type of mouthguard a player should obtain is a matter of personal preference. There is no doubt that custom fitted mouthguards offer the best fit and protection but they are the most expensive option also. The Stock and Boil & Bite options will suffice for compliance with the new rules, but only if the product carries the CE mark. Is there an official GAA/GPA mouthguard? There will be a range of official GAA/GPA mouthguards available to purchase in December. Further information on these products will be circulated to Clubs in late November. 4 If you have any queries or would like more information, please contact Games & Player Welfare Administrator Ruairí Harvey: Telephone: (0) 1 865 8685; E-mail: [email protected] A big thank you to all the supporters who came out in huge numbers last Sunday to support the lads in their playoff match. The support was very much appreciated. As the league has now finished we would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who attended league games throughout the year, whether it was away from home or in the banks. Please know that the vocal encouragement from the sideline does make a difference with Sunday being a prime example. Once again, go raibh maith agaibh uilig. Comhghairdeas le Anne Theresa Boyle, Bun na mBeann, winner of the Naomh Muire Lotto Jackpot €3200. New Jackpot starts off this Wednesday night at €500. If your not in you can't Win! This Sunday's (02/09/12) division 2,senior and reserve, league games are cancelled due to the sad passing of John 'The Yank' Boyle. The late John Boyle was a brother of current club vice chairman, Charlie 'The Yank' Boyle.
The club would like to pass on it's sympathies to all of John's family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. As part of our support for the Donegal Team training fund, Naomh Muire are holding a heat of the All county quiz on Friday 24th at 9 o'clock in Sharkeys Bar. General knowledge quiz. €5 entry and all proceeds to training fund A 3rd bus has been added for the Donegal v Cork match on Sunday due to demand. There are limited seats available to club members, players and family at €10 for under 18s (includes bus and match ticket) and €20 Adults (Bus and ticket). The club will subsidise the trip as it offers a great chance for young and old to get to Croke Park and see our beloved Dún na nGall in an All-Ireland Semi-Final.
Anyone else wishing to travel please call Gary on 086 3546193 before Thursday at noon. Pass this on to friends and family. Sundays' Semi Final will be live on RTE2 and BBC 2 NI. This channel is available all over the UK on Sky Channel 972.
For those further afield and unable to make it to a TV screen, there will be a post to a live stream on Donegal All Ireland Champions facebook page. See http://www.facebook.com/DonegalAllIrelandChampions/posts/490700230958801 for details. Hope all young girls and boys making the trip to Croke park for the game on sunday on the club buses have a great day out and enjoy themselves. You deserve this trip for all hard work training and supporting the club throughout the year!
Good luck to Donegal ladies in quarter finals on Saturday v Cork and to the Donegal men on Sunday in the Semi-final. |
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