On behalf of Dubai Celts GAA Club, I wish to extend an open invitation to all GAA clubs based in Ireland and overseas who are interested in competing in the 2012 Dubai Duty Free (DDF) Gulf Gaelic Games. This International Invitational Tournament will take place in the Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence over the weekend of the 23rd and 24th of March. In previous years we have had teams from all over the Middle East, Asia, Europe, South Africa, the UK and Ireland. We have also hosted the 2005 and 2006 Vodafone All Stars, as well as the 2008 Ladies All Stars This is an excellent weekend of sport and one of the largest GAA events to be staged anywhere outside of Ireland.
In 2012 we are hoping to increase the number of sides competing in the DDF Gulf Gaelic Games andwe will have competitions in Men’s Football and Hurling, Ladies Football and Camogie, Dubai Schoolsand Underage games. Games will be 9 aside from a panel of 12, and this format proves to be bothcompetitive and enjoying throughout the different levels.
Dubai needs no introduction as a tourist destination, and is easily accessible from Ireland, Europe andAsia. Both of the National Carriers, Emirates and Etihad have direct flights to the UAE from all cornersof the globe. Currently air fares are approx €450-€500. During the month of March, Dubai offers perfect weather conditions for those wishing to escape the usual Irish Spring weather. You will be promisedtemperatures of 20-25 degrees, clear skies and warm evenings.
We shall send you a detailed itinerary for all visiting teams, and each travelling team will have adedicated team liaison officer who will help you in any way possible with all social attractions thatDubai has to offer. Teams will have a choice of a night racing at the world famous Dubai World Cup atthe fantastic Meydan Race Course, Golf at any of the numerous world class courses in Dubai, beautifulbeaches, water parks, Arabian desert adventures as well as the usual Irish hospitality that we will offer to you.
If your club are planning a tour or event for 2012, now is the time to get things started. Dubai Celts will give you an unforgettable time, and memories that will last for many years to come.
Further details will be available on www.dubaicelts.com or find us on Facebook and Twitter for regularclub and tournament updates. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate in contacting me, or any of our committee.
Please also take the time to visit our main sponsor, Dubai Duty Free’s website, without whose support,the Dubai Duty Free Gulf Gaelic Games could not take place.
Is mise le meas.
Paddy Darcy
Cathaoirleach
Dubai Celts
+971 50 8644857
paddydubaicelts@gmail.com
For those who can't go home! Finger Food, Cash Bar.
Music by the Paddyman in Dubai himself - Declan O'Sullivan.
The biggest Party of the year will be hosted by the Seoul Gaels at La Vie D'or Resort in Suwon City on October 16th.
The Closing Ceremony of the 2011 FEXCO Asian Gaelic Games featuring closing speeches, All-Star Awards, Club of the Year award, Buffet & Cash Bar. Musing by "The Hobbyists"
The Theme for this year's event is "Great Couples throughout History"
AFTER PARY - 12am-Late @ The Wolfhound Bar, Itaewon, Seoul. The party continues in Seoul's number 1 Irish Bar.
The 16th Annual Asian Gaelic Games, sponsored by FEXCO will kick off at 9am on October 15th in Suwon City, Seoul.
24 clubs will compete for 8 Trophies and the honour of being crowned top in Asia! Group stages of each competition will be played on Saturday the 15th with Knockout stages and Finals taking place on Sunday 16th.
Teams will be competing in Men's and Ladies Football, Hurling and for the first time ever, Camogie will complete the set at this year's AGG.
The Opening Ceremony of the FEXCO Asian Gaelic Games will be held on Friday 14th October at 7:30pm in the IBIS Hotel, Suwon City.
Opening speeches & a chance to meet and greet friends from Clubs around the region ahead of the big weekend.
Music by Irish Traditional Korean Group - BARD.
Táiniste Eamonn Gilmore will be in attendance.
Click here to access the 2011 Asian Gaelic Games Website
AGG 2011 - Early Bird Package (744.26 kB)
For details of previous AGGs - click here
Annual County Convention of the Asian County Board.
All Club Reps to attend.
Agenda & details to follow.
Referees briefing ahead of the AGG.
Further Details to follow.
Asia Ireland Chamber of Commerce Korea invites you to the Asian Pacific Ireland Business Forum 2011
The event will focus on the opportunities for Ireland in Asia in the context of free trade agreements, notably recently implemented EU-Korea FTA and other EU FTAs under consideration in the region.
Keynote Address: Mr. Eamonn Gilmore T.D. Tánaiste , Minister for Foreign Affairs Ireland , Representation from leading industrialists & senior business people from the Asia Pacific Region.
Date: Friday 14th October 2011 09.00am-15.00pm
Location: Grand Hyatt Hotel, Seoul
Forum Details: www.apibf.com
To Register click here
A night of music in Suwon City hosted by the Seoul Gaels club to welcome Early Birds to Korea ahead of the FEXCO Asian Gaelic Games 2011.
This year's North Asian Gaelic Games tournament is on the move. This time to Japan, where the Japan GAA club will host the games in Tokyo for the first time.
The Japan GAA is delighted to be hosting the 2011 North Asian Games, the first official GAA tournament to be held in Japan. It’s been a long time coming since Japan’s involvement in the very first Asian Games held in Manila 15 years ago.
The one day event will be held on Saturday 4th of June, at the YCAC, the venue of Japan GAA’s 2009 Invitational “Toucan Cup” Tournament. Given a clear day we may be lucky enough to see the majestic Mount Fuji.
This is the first time the new regional tournament will be played outside of Seoul, and Japan GAA welcomes all teams to come compete on 4th June.
For details please contact pro.japan.asia@gaa.ie
For details of previous NAG's - click here
Start booking now for the 2011 South East Asian Games, which will be hosted by the Viet Celts in Saigon. The games will be held on Saturday 14th May. This is the second time the Viet Celts will host this event, having hosted the inagural games in 2008.
Further details to follow. Click here for info on previous SEA Gaelic Games.
Get booking now for the All-China Games 2011, which will be hosted by the Shanghai Saints & Sirens. The games will take place on the 30th of April.
More details to follow.
Please see here for details of previous All China Games
Closing Party of the AGG!!!!
The biggest & best night of the year. This year's them is "When I grow up I wanna be a...."
The event is HKD300 per person (player & spectators alike).
Dust off your Michael Jackson gloves, bust out your super model get up, its time for "when I grow up I want to be a....." end of tournament party! Buffet Dinner, Open Bar, (Minimal) Speeches, All Stars Presentations, Band, Dancing.....
Event runs from 20:00 to 23:30.
Click here for Map & address
Info available on Facebook here
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=lf#!/event.php?eid=149705835048873&ref=mf
Day two of the Monex Asian Gaelic Games 2010
All games will take place at Kings Park
Final group games
Knockout stages
Finals
Juvenile Games
Parade & Athems
F&B Availalbe pitchside (bring HKD cash)
Water & Ice available pitchside free of charge for players
First Aid resources available; however participants should note that their Health and Safety is their responsibility and they should ensure that they are fit to play, insured to play contact sports in HK and well hydrated.
Presentations to Winners & Runners up will take place pitchside after the finals.
Day one of the 2010 Monex Asian Gaelic Games:
Games will be played at two locations
Group games for all teams
Hurling Semi Finals (evening)
F&B available pitchside (bring HKD cash)
Water & Ice available pitchside free for players
First Aid facilities available however note that participants are reminded that their Heath & Safety is their responsiblity and they should ensure they are fit to play, insured and well hydrated.
Games will run until c 5pm.
The Games' Opening Reception will be held poolside at the Kowloon Cricket Club on the Friday evening from 7pm - by invitation only to all players, visiting guests, and business forum delegates.
Click here to view map & address.
The Annual County Conventon of the Asian County Board will be held at 17:00 on Friday 24th September.
Asian County Board representatives for each club to attend.
Kowloon Cricket Club @ 5pm
Agenda to follow
Please submit any agenda items or motions to secretary.asia@gaa.ie no later than 17th September 2010.
Meeting of all Official and Volunteer Referees to review rules & discuss schedule for the Games.
Please meet at Delaney's Club house in Kings Park
Click here for map & address
To start the week, the St Patricks Society of Hong Kong are organising a private box at the races on the Thursday to witness the annual running of the Ireland Trophy. Players and their accompanying guests are invited to attend. The cost is HK$650 and includes all day food and bar (including Guinness). Please contact Ruth at ruthless97@googlemail.com to purchase a ticket. Alternatively, visitors may access the public enclosure.
Thursday 23rd is also Arthur's Day - and at 17.59 that evening, a pint of Guinness wil be raised around town in a number of locations to mark the occasion - with live music.
