Frequently Asked Questions
Need to Know
How can I register/ how can I register my child?
As part of the 'One Club' initiative, registration covers membership of Straffan camogie, Straffan GAA and Straffan LGFA for the year. This also applies to family membership. For more information and to register, please visit our Membership page here.
What age groups can play at Straffan Camogie?
At Straffan, we are proud to field both adult and underage teams. We welcome players to join our underage teams from the age of U5 to U17. As of 2023, we are proud to field an adult-level team competing at a Junior level with Co.Kildare. We encourage ladies and girls of all ages and playing levels to get involved and experience the fun at Straffan Camogie.
If you or your child would like any further information about training with any of our teams, reach out to us via email at secretary.straffan.kildare@camogie.ie or fill out our contact form here.
What days do the teams at Straffan Camogie train?
Our various teams train on the following days:
Nursery- Thursday evenings from 6:15-7pm at the skills wall (beginning March 3rd 2023)
U8s/9s- Tuesdays on the astro pitch from 6-7pm.
U10s/11s- Tuesdays from 6-7pm on the astro pitch.
U12s/ U13s- Tuesdays from 6-7pm on the grass pitch.
U14s/15s- Wednesdays from 7-8pm on the astro pitch. Some Sundays - time varies.
U16s/17s- Monday 7:30-8:30pm on the astro pitch/grass pitch.
Adult Intermediates- Monday and Wednesday 8-9pm on the astro pitch/grass pitch.
Who are the lead coaches of each team at Straffan Camogie?
We have a wonderful set of mentors and coaches at Straffan, developing our players all the way up from our Nursery age group to our U17s. Below are our lead coaches and mentors for each team:
Nursery (5-6): Catherine Cooke
U7s/8s/9s: Paul Aylward and Michelle Purcell
U10s/11s- Ger Rigney, Rob Connolly, Maria Mullahy and Ann-Marie Haughney
U12s/ U13s- Noirin Ni Riain, Emer Keating, Noel Cunningham and Aideen Walsh
U14s/15s- Declan Keville, Damien Nolan, Paul Aylward and Kathleen Hussey
U16s/17s- Niamh Stagg, Kerrie Molloy and Eamonn O'Callaghan
Adult team- Charlie Keegan, Carmel Walsh, Fiona Farrell and Brian Maguire.
To get in touch with any of our coaches please reach out to us via email at secretary.straffan.kildare@camogie.ie
How can I get in contact with Straffan Camogie?
If you would like to find out more about camogie at Straffan, reach out to us today via email at secretary.straffan.kildare@camogie.ie or fill out our contact form here.
How can I volunteer at Straffan Camogie?
There are many ways in which you can get involved at Straffan Camogie. We appreciate each and every one of our mentors, supporters and committee members. We welcome all who would like to get involved with Straffan, from maintaining our club jerseys to mentoring and supporting our teams, we appreciate the time and dedication of all volunteers at Straffan Camogie.
To find out more about getting involved with our club, please visit our club volunteering policy here.
If you are interested in getting involved in the club please message us on Facebook, Instagram or via email at secretary.straffan.kildare@camogie.ie
Where can I learn more about Straffan Camogie's policies and procedures?
Our full list of club policies and procedures can be found here. This includes our Code of Behaviour, our Volunteering and Coaching Policies and Official Camogie Association Rules and Policies.