Non contact football for fun clongriffin

28/08/2026

27/08/2026

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟵 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆.

Ireland’s first Walking Football Strategy, launched today by Minister of State Jennifer Murnane O'Connor TD, aims to establish Walking Football as an accessible and inclusive sport for older adults across the country.

The Strategy was developed by the Walking Football National Development Committee which includes representatives from Age & Opportunity, Football Association of Ireland (FAI), Healthy Ireland, Sport Ireland, Irish Men’s Sheds Association and representatives from grassroots level in the sport in Ireland.

While Walking Football is still in its early stages in Ireland, the sport has seen significant growth and demand from older people in recent years. There are currently circa 1,000 people playing Walking Football with the Walking Football Strategy 2026-2029 planning to establish Walking Football teams in all counties in Ireland and increase participation to 5,000 players by the end of 2029.

The sport is aimed predominately at men aged 50+ and women aged 40+ and is expected to accommodate Ireland’s ageing population, with the number of people over the age of 50 forecast to grow to 2.62 million, comprising 43% of the population, by 2041 (Central Statistics Office).

This non-contact adapted version of football features simple rules, a slower pace and a focus on safety and therefore supports recreational and competitive football among older adults.

Read more/download the strategy here: https://ow.ly/rXAh50ZFCX6

Jennifer Murnane O Connor TD FAIreland Healthy Ireland Irish Men's Sheds Association Sport Ireland Roinn Sláinte, Department of Health

13/08/2026

⚽ Clongriffin Walking Football – Players Wanted! ⚽
We’re looking for new players to join our walking football group.
Whether you’re experienced or haven’t played in years, you’re very welcome. It’s a great way to get active, meet new people and have a bit of fun.
📍 Clongriffin / Fr Collins Park
⚽ All abilities welcome
👟 Come along and give it a try!

04/08/2026

Four years ago, in April 2022, i started Clongriffin Walking Football with one simple goal – to bring people together through football.
Since then, I've had the pleasure of meeting so many fantastic people. We've shared laughs, supported one another, stayed active, and built friendships that mean far more than just the game.
I'd like to thank everyone who has come along, played, volunteered, and supported the group over the years. You have helped make it a welcoming community, and I'm proud of what we've achieved together.
Here's to many more years of football, friendship, and community spirit. Thank you all! ⚽💙

28/07/2026

Another brilliant evening at Clongriffin Walking Football. Great football, great people, and a great community. Everyone is welcome! ⚽️😊

27/07/2026

Clongriffin Walking Football is open to everyone. ⚽💙 welcomes people of all abilities and backgrounds. Together, we're bringing people together, building friendships, improving wellbeing, and creating a stronger, more connected community.
Everyone is welcome – come and join us!
Every Monday 730 830 in fr Collins park clongriffin

24/07/2026

With Dublin Live – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

23/07/2026

I'm travelling down to Cork to take part in a fundraiser for Motor Neurone Disease, a cause that is very close to my heart because my brother is living with the disease.
Every euro raised will go towards supporting Motor Neurone Disease research and services. All the money we got
Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

23/07/2026

A great charity event is planned for the Mardyke Sports grounds in Cork next month (25th July). The first ever Walking Football marathon in Ireland! All in support of a worthy cause, Motor Neuron Disease.
Further details on the QR code...

07/07/2026

Weldone maevie Wendy and Gail
U done us proud 👏