Between all the family fun at the clubhouse, the latest team updates, and recent match reports, there’s plenty going on this month.
11.1 boys off to a flyer
The 11.1 boys have had a great start to the season! They’ve been working hard on a new formation while still keeping their core principles of hard work and teamwork at the forefront. It's fantastic to see them adapt while staying committed to what matters most.
Plus, a couple of the boys, Kyle and Luke, had the exciting opportunity to meet Eileen Gleeson and Kate Mooney at the recent Women’s FAI Cup final. A memorable experience for them, and great inspiration for the whole team!
The Raheny Rookies Academy, for children aged 4-6, takes place every Saturday morning on the Astro (pitch 5). Turnout has been fantastic this year, but we could use more coaches! With more volunteers, each child will receive more personalised guidance.
If your child has recently joined the academy and you would consider volunteering, Paul McAtee would love to hear from you. You don't need any football experience, there's plenty of materials and practical help to get you going. Contact Paul on +353860810458 to get involved.
10.1 World Cup Wednesdays
Each week, our 10.1 boys have been doing "World Cup Wednesdays," and they’re absolutely loving it. The competitive spirit they bring is infectious, and every game has an edge to it - with matchups that sometimes feel as intense as Argentina vs. France in 2022!!
12.1 step into the ring 🥊
Our 12.1 Boys recently stepped out of their comfort zone and into the ring for a fitness-focused team-building session at Bay City Boxing Club. Huge thanks to Neil for hosting. The lads had a great time and can’t wait to return!
The 8.1 boys are kitted out and ready for action
A huge thank you to J. Vaughan Electrical for generously sponsoring our U8.1 team’s kit for this season, our very first! The boys absolutely love the new kit, and it gives them a real boost every time they put it on at the start of each game. We’re so grateful for the support!
MATCH OF THE DAY
U15s Major 1
Raheny Utd 3-2 Dunboyne
Raheny U15s Major 1 side, coached by Peter, Paddy, and Gar, advanced to the next round of the SFAI Trophy in dramatic fashion, scoring with the last kick of the game at St. Anne's last Saturday. After an impressive season last year, finishing second in their league, the team has faced a challenging campaign in Major 1 this season. Going up against Dunboyne from Division 1 was always going to be a formidable task, but Raheny delivered in style. Despite being 2-0 down at halftime, there was a sense from the coaches that Raheny could pull something out of the game. Their belief proved justified, as goals from David McCann and George McCormack brought the game level. Then, just as extra time was looming, striker James Donovan struck, setting off wild celebrations among players and coaches alike.
Gareth Fitzpatrick expressed the coaches' pride, saying, “We’re so proud of the players; they never gave up.”
Leinster senior league intermediate
Raheny 2-1 MidSutton Sportslink
Earlier this month, our Leinster Senior League Intermediate men’s team extended their winning streak with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Mid Sutton Sportslink FC. Despite conceding in the opening minutes, Raheny United fought back with resilience.
Aidan O’Reilly equalized in the 29th minute with a brilliant strike from outside the box, his first goal for the club. In the second half, Matt Pollard sealed the win with a composed finish after slick interplay with Matt Taafe.
Raheny held strong for the remainder, with key saves from Evan White and solid defending from Sam McMahon. This victory marks their fourth consecutive win as they climb the table.
Raheny 3-2 Blackrock College
And late last month, the boys put on another fantastic performance, beating Blackrock College with some impressive goals. Check out the highlights below:
11.3 Girls
Peamount 3-4 Raheny 4
The Division 3 under-11 girls staged an impressive comeback against Peamount away from home, overcoming a two-goal deficit to secure a 4-3 victory.
Having recently lost 7-2 to Peamount in a pre-season friendly, Raheny turned the tables in Newcastle. After a strong first half, they trailed 1-0 at halftime despite several close attempts by Maria Barrins and Isabel Austin.
Raheny equalized early in the second half with Saoirse "Swish" Mulhern beating two defenders and firing a low shot past the keeper. Peamount responded with two quick goals, but Raheny fought back. Lelia O'Regan scored after a solo run and soon equalized off a rebound from Mulhern's saved shot.
With the game nearly over, Raheny pressed forward. In the final minute, a defensive stop from Hannah Kinsella, Elle O'Doherty, and Tia Radley Hoyle led to a quick counterattack. Kinsella raced forward, setting up Swish’s shot, which was blocked but fell to Niamh O'Doherty, who smashed it in, and on her 10th birthday, too!
👏🏼 Player of the match: Lily Fagan 👏🏼 Congrats to Lily who displayed a relentless work-rate, and never gave up from start to finish. True leadership 💪.
What's on in the clubhouse this month? 🏠
We've got LOADS of fantastic events coming up at HQ this month that you won’t want to miss.
Rail Sale November 16th
Join us for a chic Rail Sale to support the Raheny United trip to Blackpool! ⚽️ Indulge in a glass of bubbly as you explore, enjoy some music and the bar will be open too!
🛍️ Date: Saturday, Nov 16th
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Raheny Utd Clubhouse
🎟️ Entry: €10 (includes credit towards a stunning dress of your choice AND a glass of 🥂)
🧵 Bonus: A talented local tailor will be available to assist with alteration requests.
Family Quiz November 23rd
Support the U13 Major 1 Girls team at Raheny United Clubhouse on Saturday, November 23rd, at 7:30 pm. Tables are €50 for teams of 4-6 people. To book, contact Laura at 086 361 8922. All proceeds go towards the girls' planned trip abroad to a tournament next year.
Table Quiz November 27th 🤓
Join us for a fun evening and support our U10s as they prepare for the 2025 Blackpool Cup! The Table Quiz will take place on 27th November 2024 at 7 PM in the Raheny United Clubhouse. It’s €60 per table of 4, and there will be fantastic prizes to be won. All funds raised will go towards the team’s trip. To book your table, contact William at 0896169232.
Family Bingo New Years Eve
Family fun has been ramping up BIG TIME in the clubhouse recently. The latest installment of family bingo was a big hit.
If you think that looks like fun (and believe us when we tell you it was gas craic) and you'd like to join us next time, you better move quickly as this thing sells out FAST. We're hosting another family bingo on New Years Eve. Details in poster below:
Thank you to our sponsors
We couldn't do it all without the amazing support we get from our sponsors. Thank you in particular this month to Members First Credit Union who recently celebrated their 10 year anniversary.
This month we're also giving a special shout out to Raheny Carpets on main street for renewing their generous sponsorship with us recently.
Thank you!
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