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2008 IAFL Season
The 2008 Irish American Football League (IAFL) season is the 22nd season since its establishment. The current champions are the UL Vikings. The first games were played on 30 March (after the 16 March game between DCU Saints and UL Vikings was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch). The Shamrock Bowl was scheduled for 10 August in Cork Institute of Technology's brand new stadium. The Shamrock Bowl was the first major national event played there. The 2008 season also has seen the first season of the new Development League, dubbed DV8. This is an eight a side league dedicated to helping rookie players and new teams get some experience before joining the league proper. Results Week 1 * Carrickfergus Knights 18-7 DCU Saints * Dublin Rebels 16-0 Belfast Trojans * Belfast Bulls 0-66 Cork Admirals Week 2 * Dublin Rhinos 0-25 Carrickfergus Knights * Belfast Trojans 0-22 UL Vikings * Tallaght Outlaws 0-98 Cork Admirals Week 3 * Dublin Rebels 64-0 Dublin Rhinos * UL Vikings 22-6 Bel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
American Football
American football (referred to simply as football in the United States and Canada), also known as gridiron, is a team sport played by two teams of eleven players on a rectangular field with goalposts at each end. The offense, the team with possession of the oval-shaped football, attempts to advance down the field by running with the ball or passing it, while the defense, the team without possession of the ball, aims to stop the offense's advance and to take control of the ball for themselves. The offense must advance at least ten yards in four downs or plays; if they fail, they turn over the football to the defense, but if they succeed, they are given a new set of four downs to continue the drive. Points are scored primarily by advancing the ball into the opposing team's end zone for a touchdown or kicking the ball through the opponent's goalposts for a field goal. The team with the most points at the end of a game wins. American football evolved in the United States, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
University Of Limerick Vikings
The University of Limerick Vikings are the American football team from the University of Limerick in Limerick, Ireland. The team currently competes in the American Football Ireland Division One. The Vikings have won three IAFL Shamrock Bowl titles – in 2007, 2008 and 2009 and the Atlantic Cup in 2010. The Vikings' all-time record is 54–30–4 (0.580). History 1999–2006 Established in 1999, the team played mostly flag football until late 2001, when they joined the IAFL winter league. In UL's first-ever game, they took the field on the road to the eventual Shamrock Bowl champion Dublin Rebels and were beaten 48–0. The Vikings lost their first four games, but on 2 December 2001, they recorded their first-ever win, 12–8, over the Dublin Dragons in Limerick, with touchdowns from Tommy Conneelly and Paddy "The Saint" Ryan. In 2002, the Vikings won every game they played thanks to a powerful team of mostly American exchange students. As league champions, they progress ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Irish American Football League
American Football Ireland (AFI) is the National Governing Body for American football for Ireland and Northern Ireland. Founded in 1984 the AFI is entirely volunteer run and all American football played in Ireland is played at an amateur level. History 1980s and 1990s The first Shamrock Bowl game was played in 1986 between the Craigavon Cowboys and the Dublin Celts. The Cowboys won the first title played in Dublin. The Celts then went on to be the number 1 team in Ireland for the next 10 years, winning the Shamrock Bowl 5 times. The Celts were also the First Irish team to represent Ireland in the Euro Bowl – the then Champions league of European American Football. 2000s During 2000, plans were made to resurrect the IAFL. The only fixture to be played in Ireland that year was an Irish selection against a visiting high school team - Mount St. Josephs from Maryland USA. In 2001, the Carrickfergus Knights, Dublin Dragons, Dublin Rebels and University of Limerick Vikings pla ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
UL Vikings
The University of Limerick Vikings are the American football team from the University of Limerick in Limerick, Ireland. The team currently competes in the American Football Ireland Division One. The Vikings have won three IAFL Shamrock Bowl titles – in 2007, 2008 and 2009 and the Atlantic Cup in 2010. The Vikings' all-time record is 54–30–4 (0.580). History 1999–2006 Established in 1999, the team played mostly flag football until late 2001, when they joined the IAFL winter league. In UL's first-ever game, they took the field on the road to the eventual Shamrock Bowl champion Dublin Rebels and were beaten 48–0. The Vikings lost their first four games, but on 2 December 2001, they recorded their first-ever win, 12–8, over the Dublin Dragons in Limerick, with touchdowns from Tommy Conneelly and Paddy "The Saint" Ryan. In 2002, the Vikings won every game they played thanks to a powerful team of mostly American exchange students. As league champions, they progress ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DCU Saints (American Football)
The Dublin City University Saints was a former American football team of Dublin City University, Ireland. Established in 2005, the DCU Saints initially competed in the Irish American Football League (IAFL) for five seasons, reaching the playoffs in 2008 and 2009. The team collapsed following the conclusion of the league's 2010 season, before attempting to unsuccessfully reform for the 2013 season. Colours The DCU Saints followed a similar colour scheme to other DCU clubs: royal blue and gold. The team had both home and away strips: the home being navy blue and gold; the away white and gold. History 2005 The DCU American Football club was established in 2005 by Carl Rushe and Maurice Cosgrave. The club initially provided flag football training and access to some of the NFL games. As with all new clubs and societies DCU the club had to undergo a probationary period. During this time the club was focused on allowing fans of the sport learn more about it and to establish itsel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shamrock Bowl
The Shamrock Bowl is the championship game of the American Football Ireland (AFI), the highest level of American football on the island of Ireland, culminating a season that begins in March of the current calendar season. The Shamrock Bowl uses Roman numerals to identify each game, rather than the year in which it was held. For example, Shamrock Bowl XIII was played on 30 August 1998, following the regular season played in 1998, while Shamrock Bowl XXV was played on 31 July 2011, to determine the champion of the 2011 regular season. The reigning champions are UCD American Football, who beat Dublin Rebels 52-24 at Kingspan Stadium in Belfast Belfast ( , ; from ga, Béal Feirste , meaning 'mouth of the sand-bank ford') is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, standing on the banks of the River Lagan on the east coast. It is the 12th-largest city in the United Kingdo ... to win Shamrock Bowl XXXIV. Results Shamrock Bowl appearances by team Shamrock Bow ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shamrock Bowl XXII
{{Infobox football match , title = Shamrock Bowl XXII , image = , event = 2008 IAFL Season , team1 = UL Vikings , team1association = South , team1score = 14 , team2 = Dublin Rebels , team2association = Central , team2score = 12 , details = , date = 10 August 2008 , stadium = CIT Stadium , city = Cork , most valuable player = Adrian Garvey (UL Vikings) , referee = , attendance = , weather = , previous = XXI , next = XXIII Shamrock Bowl XXII was played on August 10, 2008. The match featured the Irish American Football League South Division champions University of Limerick Vikings meet the IAFL Central Division Champions Dublin Rebels in CIT Stadium, Cork, Ireland. The UL Vikings were able win their second consecutive Shamrock Bowl title by defeating the Dublin Rebels 14-12 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dublin Rebels
The Dublin Rebels are the most successful team in the history of the Irish American Football League. They have earned nine national championship wins (Shamrock Bowl XV, XVII, XVIII, XIX, XX, XXIV, XXV, XXX, XXXI), four league titles, three European crowns, and have registered an undefeated season twice; once in 2006 and again in 2010. Most recently, The Rebels posted an undefeated regular season, losing in the Shamrock Bowl, to UCD History 1995 season The Rebels were founded by Philip Woodyard, Marcus Naylor and Andrew Flynn in 1995. They eventually joined the 1995–1996 Irish Flag Football League season and the Rebels had an average season. The highlight of that season was the tie between the Devastators, which cost the Devastators a spot in the playoffs. The Rebels were voted for the 'Best Newcomer Team' award. 1996 season The following year, the Rebels entered a summer tournament and finished 3rd. That year seen the Rebels quarterback, unable to play, pulled out to over ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Craigavon Cowboys
The Craigavon Cowboys are an American football team playing in Craigavon, currently playing in the Irish American Football League American Football Ireland (AFI) is the National Governing Body for American football for Ireland and Northern Ireland. Founded in 1984 the AFI is entirely volunteer run and all American football played in Ireland is played at an amateur level. .... Early success for the Cowboys seen them take home the Shamrock Bowl Crown in 1986, 1990 and 1992. The Club folded in the mid 90s but reformed again in 2005, winning the DV8 League in 2009 - the DV8 league was set up for young clubs giving them the base to slowly grow their team and to give the rookie players some valuable game time. After winning the DV8 championship the Cowboys jumped up to the top division in Ireland. 2010 season In the 2010 season, the Cowboys finished 4–4 and were close to clinching a play-off berth going down to the last game of the season. 2011 season Season 2011 saw a marked im ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cork Admirals
The Cork Admirals are an American Football team that play in the Irish American Football League (IAFL). The team is based in Presentation Brothers College, Cork, Presentation Brothers College Sports Ground, Cork (city), Cork. The team was formed in 2001, playing along with 4 other teams that year. The Admirals became one of the best teams in the IAFL, appearing in the playoffs semifinals numerous times. The teams also held a reputation for a lot of records in the IAFL mostly in points in a game and rushing. History The Admirals first game was in December 2002. In a rain soaked game the Admirals lost 28–18 to the Dublin Rebels in an 8-a-side challenge match. Despite the loss the performance held encouraging signs for the team, and increased enthusiasm in the club. The team stepped up to 11-a-side for the next two friendly matches. Unfortunately both games resulted in defeat for the Admirals, going down 26–12 to the Dublin Rebels and 8–0 to the Dublin Dragons. In the 2003 s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dublin Dragons
Dublin Dragons were an American Football team based in Lucan, Dublin, Ireland. In 2014, they reconstituted as a member-run club, changing their name to the South Dublin Panthers The South Dublin Panthers are an American Football team, formed in 2014 from the former Dublin Dragons, in turn established in 2001. They compete in the American Football Ireland, Premier Division, the top tier of American Football in Irelan .... The team practices were held at the Garda Rugby Club at Westmanstown near Lucan. References External links IAFL official website American football teams in County Dublin American football teams in the Republic of Ireland American football teams established in 2000 American football teams disestablished in 2014 2000 establishments in Ireland 2014 disestablishments in Ireland {{Amfoot-team-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trinity Thunderbolts
Trinity College Dublin American Football (competing as Trinity College; formerly known as the Trinity Thunderbolts) is the American Football team of Trinity College Dublin. First established as the Gridiron Society in 1993, a competitive team was formed in 2008. The team's first season was played in the Irish American Football League (IAFL) Development League. Since then they have competed in the Shamrock Bowl Conference (SBC) South. History Dublin University Gridiron Society The club was first established in the early nineties as the ''Dublin University Gridiron Society''. It went on to play flag football under the name ''Trinity Thunderbolts'' for one season but soon folded due to lack of numbers and interest. Trinity Thunderbolts 2008 season In 2007, the club was reinstated by new club captain Conor O'Shea, once again as the ''Trinity Thunderbolts''. IAFL commissioner Darrin O'Toole was recruited as coach. In their first year of full contact football, the Thunderbolts form ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
