Click on the following for Derry GAA Website which includes numerous high quality drill in the Coaching section

Derry GAA>>

Click on the following for Forward Play drills

Forward Play (football drills)...

Click on the following for Football & Hurling Go Games rules

U12 Football Rules>>

U12 Hurling Rules>>

U11 Football Rules>>

U11 Hurling Rules>>

U10 Football Rules>>

U10 Hurling Rules>>

U9 Football Rules>>

U9 Hurling Rules>>

U8 Football Rules>>

U8 Hurling Rules>>

Click on the following for Coaching the tackle (football) drills

Coaching the tackle (football) drills...

Click on the following for Indoor Hurling drills

Indoor Hurling drills...

Click on the following for Role of the Coach

Role of the Coach...

Click on the following for Juvenile Code of conduct

CHFC Juvenile Code of conduct...

Click on the following links to learn more of what we do in our Hurling Nursery...

Hurling Nursery Drills 1 2006

The 2006/07 Dublin County Board "Coaching and Games Development Programme" has just been launched. There are a variety of coaching workshops and courses on offer to any coach wishing to improve their coaching skills.

Click Here for further info>>>

Click on the following links to learn more of what we do in our Nursery...

Nursery Activities - warm-ups and stations

How should we coach children at the Nursery and Why ?

Suggested Activity for Nursery Groups

Healthy Food for Children and Sport

Click here to download Healthy Food for Children and Sport doc (465K)

Club Coach Education Programme

Click here for a full list of events in Club Coach Education Programme 

Click here for Warm Up Exercises & Stretches

Click here for Indoor Circuit Training for Juveniles

Click Here for Foundation Level Theory Presentation

If you have any queries about coaching issues etc you can email info@castleknock.net or contact Club Coach Daire O'Neill directly @ 087 6325632.

www.dublingaagamesdevelopment.ie

AS PROMISED EARLIER IN THE YEAR THE DUBLIN COUNTY BOARD COACHING DEPARTMENT IS NOW IN A POSITION TO DELIVER BACK UP RESOURCES FOR COACHES IN BOTH CODES ACROSS THE COUNTY. IN PRACTICAL TERMS THIS WEBSITE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING.

• A FULL SCHEDULE OF COACH EDCUATION WORKSHOPS ACROSS THE COUNTY THIS WINTER.
• VARIOUS COACHING ARTICLES RELATING TO A WIDE CROSS SECTION OF CONTEMPORARY COACHING TOPICS.
• A FULL COMPLEMENT OF DRILLS (SOME ILLUSTRATED WITH VIDEO CLIPS).

PLEASE NOTE: THAT GRADUALLY OVER THE NEXT FEW MONTHS THE CONTENT WILL BE INCREASED AND IMPROVED. THIS PLATFORM IS AN ESSENTIAL DELIVERY MECHANISM FOR COACHING RESOURCES.

STANDARDS WE LIKE TO SET WHEN MENTORING / COACHING OUR KIDS AT CASTLEKNOCK HURLING AND FOOTBALL CLUB

• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person. Treat everyone equitably, regardless of sex, disability, ethnic origin or religion.

• Strive to ensure the player's time spent with you is a positive experience. All players are deserving of your equal attention and opportunities. The scheduling and length of training times and competition should take into consideration the maturity level of the players.

• Try to treat each player as an individual who has unique needs. Respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each player. Help each player reach his or her full potential. Avoid over-working the talented players. Give the average player equal opportunities.

• Be fair, considerate and honest with players.

• Be professional and accept responsibility for your actions. Display high standards in your language, manner, punctuality, preparation and presentation. Display control, respect and dignity to opponents, coaches, officials, parents, spectators and the media. Encourage your players to demonstrate the same qualities. Display respect for the ability of opponents and for the judgment of officials.

• Make a commitment to providing a quality service to your players. Maintain and improve your coaching accreditation level. Seek ongoing coach education. Provide a training programme which is planned and sequential. Maintain appropriate records.

• Operate within the rules and spirit of the GAA. Acquire a copy of rule books, constitution, bye-laws, and relevant policies.

• Refrain from any form of personal abuse (verbal, physical, emotional) towards your players. Be alert to any forms of abuse directed toward your players from other sources while they are in your care, and advise appropriate Club officials immediately.  

• Provide a safe environment for training and competition. Ensure equipment and facilities meet safety standards. Ensure equipment, rules, training and the environment is appropriate for the age and ability of the players.

• Show concern and caution toward sick and injured players. Provide a modified training programme where appropriate. Allow further participation in training and competition only when appropriate. Encourage players to seek medical advice when required. Maintain interest and support for sick or injured players.

• Be reasonable in your demands on young players' time, energy and enthusiasm. The Club encourages all mentors to make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed of sound coaching principles and the principles of growth and development of children. Remember that juniors play for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only part of their motivation. Whenever possible, group players according to age, height, skills and physical maturity. Adopt the principle - particularly with young players - of player first, winning second.

• Strive to be a positive role model for your sport and players.

Each mentor/coach should have a copy of, and adhere to, ‘The Code of Best practice for Youth Sport’, produced by GAA Coaching and Games Development Committee for Cumann Luthchleas Gael. This booklet show guidelines for Team Mentors and officials.

In association with Cumann Lúthchleas Gael & Gavin Dolan Castleknock Football and Hurling Games Promotions Officer – May 2005

Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute

Some good information from the Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute available below:

http://www.indi.ie/guidelines.htm
http://www.indi.ie/food_pyramid.htm