Good afternoon Members It is with great regret that I write to you today as President of the Football Association of Ireland to inform you of the passing of our former President and Honorary Life Vice-President Tony Fitzgerald. A true football man from the day he was born to the day of his death on Sunday in his beloved Cork, Tony was a friend throughout his long life … [Read more...]
AUL Referee of the Year
Jim Hennessey AUL Referee of the Year receiving his presentation from AUL Secretary Brid Cantillan with Luke Connolly of Heineken Ireland at the AUL Awards night in the Kiln on Friday 18th August 2023. … [Read more...]
Business league fortunate to have some great referees
In the league’s first decade names such as Sam Allen, Joe Bray, Sylvester Croeger and Sam Spillane would have watched over proceedings and the formation in 1960 allowed for the branch to develop into the vibrant group it has become today. In the 70-year history of the Cork Business League the relationship with the Cork Branch of ISRS has always been one of mutual respect … [Read more...]
Referee Week 2023
This year we will launch a new pilot initiative countrywide which will see the week of July 24th – 30th 2023 inclusive used to facilitate the running of referee beginner courses across every region. These courses are free and sign up is through the following link – www.becomearef.ie (please note to register for a course applicants must create a FAIConnect account). … [Read more...]
MSL Referee of the Year
Shane O'Flynn MSL with Dan Deady Referee of the Year, Ann Tully (wife of the late Tom Tully) and Luke Connolly of Heineken Ireland. … [Read more...]