Antrim, the way forward

[MoChara]

Interview with the new chairman

https://twitter.com/Neilmcmanus88/status/1079123347877830658?s=19

[Belfast GAA man]

really good interview and seems well suited to the job

On Casement does anyone know if there is a new engagement with the residents or is the hope that a judge will find in GAA's favour on the revised plans?

[The Gs Man]

Are we sticking with the current U14 / U16 arrangements this year then?

[johnnycool]

Looking at some of the coaching development coming out from the Ulster Council and Gaelfast and was wondering what stipulates a Gaelfast club?

Cost of doing a Level 2 course is £60 if a Gaelfast club but £100 if you aren't from one..

Just asking

[Ciall]

Looking at some of the coaching development coming out from the Ulster Council and Gaelfast and was wondering what stipulates a Gaelfast club?

Cost of doing a Level 2 course is £60 if a Gaelfast club but £100 if you aren't from one..

Just asking

Possibly the clubs in Belfast (incl Bredagh and eBelfast)? Ask them? Lol

[imtommygunn]

No ards clubs allowed it says in the fine print 

[johnnycool]

No ards clubs allowed it says in the fine print 

Wouldn't surprise me and TBH I'd agree with that, we're a pain in the arse.. 

[Tyrdub]

No ards clubs allowed it says in the fine print 

Wouldn't surprise me and TBH I'd agree with that, we're a pain in the arse.. 

Now that I would agree with

[Saffsof82]

Looking at some of the coaching development coming out from the Ulster Council and Gaelfast and was wondering what stipulates a Gaelfast club?

Cost of doing a Level 2 course is £60 if a Gaelfast club but £100 if you aren't from one..

Just asking

Clubs that have taken up the opportunity of support from Gaelfast. Not all clubs have, some say they dont need it or can do things better themselves

[bannside]

Our brand new floodlights at Dunsilly are due to be officially turned on in the coming days. The project which was carried out by Musco Lighting has cost 300k circa, and as far as I know has been paid in full with nothing owing. The floodlights are the same as ones at Premier football grounds  and cover two pitches.

This is evidence of great work instigated by Saffron Vision and being carried on by the present board, with the obvious influence of The Saffron Business Forum starting to reap dividends.

Well done to all involved in making this happen, now for the first time our county teams can prepare on their own grounds without the need to rent facilities elsewhere.

[Sportacus]

 Very good.  I really enjoy a club game at Dunsilly.  Great spot and the pitches look great to play on.  Credit is due there.

[Spike]

Our brand new floodlights at Dunsilly are due to be officially turned on in the coming days. The project which was carried out by Musco Lighting has cost 300k circa, and as far as I know has been paid in full with nothing owing. The floodlights are the same as ones at Premier football grounds  and cover two pitches.

This is evidence of great work instigated by Saffron Vision and being carried on by the present board, with the obvious influence of The Saffron Business Forum starting to reap dividends.

Well done to all involved in making this happen, now for the first time our county teams can prepare on their own grounds without the need to rent facilities elsewhere.

An important step BS.  Having a bit of pride in Dunsilly as an Antrim bolt hole shouldn't be underestimated.   Huge potential in the place if managed well

[Upandover]

Are antrim bringing out a new kit this year apart from that alternative kit? Not too keen on that one.

[SaffronSports]

Looks like a lot of the club and county draw is going toward upgrading Dunsilly.

Hopefully becomes a real hub for the juvenile teams.

[Na Glinntí Glasa]

Its been long overdue to be done and it needs it asap as Dunsilly is a hateful place to go watch a game. i dont understand why they take senior semi finals to that place.

That being said i dont think the uptake on those tickets will be as high as was expected. People arent interested in supporting the county and with all thats going on its hard to disagree with them. How can you sell these tickets to people when they see the cash just wasted in their eyes.

I know some clubs have refused to sell the tickets and to be honest i can see their point of view. Its hard enough to fund raise for your own club to survive each year without giving to the county as well.

For example clubs need to cover insurance for players

• GAA player injury fund £8k
• Camogie insurance £7k
• public liability insurance £?k depends on facilities

Then you have player injuries costs and operations. The insurance only covers up to £5k for the GAA and most operations don't even come close to covering this so clubs are operating on a lost each time it happens.

But here, help Antrim GAA improve their lot whilst the clubs struggle to cover costs.