Looking to play American Football in Waterford? Look no further!

saw2813

Hey all,

If you're wondering if there is a team in Waterford or the general south-eastern region, well there is. The Southeast Strongbows



Founded in 2005 we quickly established ourselves as one of the dominant teams in IFFA (Irish Flag Football Association) by winning the first tournament we entered up in Dublin.

We had a year hiatus and are now back and rearing to go and have played in 2 tournaments so far this year, coming 3rd in UCC's Pirate Bowl and 1st in Dublin Revolution's Phoenix Bowl.

We are always looking for new members all the time as our goal is to one day go into kitted 8v8 Football or even full 11v11.

For more info on our past check here http://strongbows.tripod.com/

And for up to date info check our facebook page here http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=125778107456129

If you are interested in playing or perhaps want more info just reply on this thread and I'll get in touch.

Best regards,
Simon

jdgryffudd

hi Simon

what are the startup costs for new players?

saw2813

It's is completely free for the time being. All you need is Runners/Boots, training gear and maybe gloves for catching ball if you feel you need more grip.

We will be having a small training session tomorrow on the Waterpark College side of the park, (Newtown Road) @ 6.30 if you would like to come down and see if you'd be interested.

Izy

For anyone interested in american football in waterford a big update!!!

The Waterford Wolves, a fully kitted team, got accepted into IAFL-1 division.

http://www.americanfootball.ie/iafl-agm-4-new-teams-to-play-in-2013/

The team is currently recruiting new players & coaching staff. All fitness levels are welcome.

http://sphotos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/394997_417031805033036_1267418012_n.png

The Wolves, set up by former players from the southeast strongbows flag football team a year ago, played in their first games at a charity tournament a couple of weeks ago in Craigavon.

http://www.touchdown-europe.net/2012/11/ireland-report-waterford-wolves-debut.html

If you are interested in any way drop me a PM.

decies

Great bunch of lads join up you won't be dissapointed !!!

Sully

I was told about this the other night in Thomastown. Seems to be strong interest!

IrishLion09

Waterford Wolves are looking for people to join the pack.If you love American Football and would love to see it up close then please contact us and we would delighted to show you what it is all about.If you don't want to play then why not join up with the sideline group as you would be most welcome.

Izy

the Wolves are back training this wednesday in Villa training grounds in Polberry, any one interested be there at 9pm and ask for Coach McGrath or Coach Reinhardt

decies

Just don't ask for coach Taylor ;-)

decies

Great news the RSC is the new home of the Waterford Wolves . Get out and support them. When I have the fixtures will let you know!!

ziedth

How Will that work? Ya surely can't line the pitch into yards and all. I have to hand it too the lads setting this up I see signs for them all over the place, they are giving it a real go.

decies

March 3rd: Kildare Reapers
May 5th: @ Drogheda Lightning
May 26th: Dublin Dragons
June 9th: @ Tullamore Phoenix
June 16th: Meath Bulldogs
July 14th: @ Mullingar Minotaurs
July 28th: Tullamore Phoenix
August 11th: @ Kildare Reapers

On a back pitch think they are lining it not 100 % sure.

witless1

ziedth wrote: »

How Will that work? Ya surely can't line the pitch into yards and all. I have to hand it too the lads setting this up I see signs for them all over the place, they are giving it a real go.

The RSC has a couple of back pitches that are used the odd time, they probably have one of them for the duration of their season.

decies

It's back pitch yes apparently behind goal in country end , entrance through main entrance at RSC , games are on Sundays as you can see by the dates . Come out and cheer them on.

b0ardsUser

M'URICA!!!!

lassykk

decies wrote: »

It's back pitch yes apparently behind goal in country end , entrance through main entrance at RSC , games are on Sundays as you can see by the dates . Come out and cheer them on.

Great that ye got sorted with a pitch. Seems to be a lot of interest in playing.

I can't claim to have any great knowledge of the RSC but I would have thought the only area big enough for an American Football game was the main pitch.

Where are these back pitches? I can only picture the two stands the running track and the main pitch

decies

You go in main entrance turn right behind old main stand and down there are a few practice pitches, where Waterford Utd train etc.

comeraghs

Cheerleaders??????

decies

Call went out so far nothing . Have Waterford girls got what it takes ?

decies

http://youtu.be/VVGOjUPYy0E

Partizan

decies wrote: »

Call went out so far nothing . Have Waterford girls got what it takes ?

Not from what I see around the town. The place is full of munters.

decies

Very good article .
http://www.extratime.ie/newsdesk/articles/9462/blues-cant-keep-wolves-from-the-door/

decies

decies wrote: »

March 3rd: Kildare Reapers
May 5th: @ Drogheda Lightning
May 26th: Dublin Dragons
June 9th: @ Tullamore Phoenix
June 16th: Meath Bulldogs
July 14th: @ Mullingar Minotaurs
July 28th: Tullamore Phoenix
August 11th: @ Kildare Reapers

On a back pitch think they are lining it not 100 % sure.

Don't forget next Sunday 1pm RSC , Get out and cheer on the Waterford Wolves in their first competitive American Football fixture. Forecast is good , enjoy !!!!

Up2NoGood

Is there a charge in?

decies

No charge a few cent in a bucket collection would be appreciated .

Partizan

Excellent stuff lads. I'll give ye a shout out tonight on Radio DBSC.

Partizan

decies wrote: »

Don't forget next Sunday 1pm RSC , Get out and cheer on the Waterford Wolves in their first competitive American Football fixture. Forecast is good , enjoy !!!!

Excellent stuff. i will pop along myself. Radio DBSC would be very interested in linking up with the Waterford Wolves. We are the fan run radio station that does livestream radio commentary of Waterford United away games. We have a growing listenership and will be on the air tonight from 7.25pm. We will announce the details of Sundays game during our Half time announcements live on air.

You can listen to us here -

www.ustream.tv/channel/radio-dbsc

decies

This gives you a flavour of the lads!!
http://joannaryde.podomatic.com/entry/2013-02-28T05_33_29-08_00

decies

I hear the council have done a great job lining the pitch for tomorrow . All systems go so .

ziedth

They were talking about it on the radio today, it's great to see such support for not only a new team but a new sport. I was hoping to try and get down tomorrow to show a bit of support but I won't get time now. I hope they get a decent turn out.

decies

For those who can't get there am sure there will be plenty of photos on Waterford Wolves Facebook pages use the one with the Wolves symbol on it .

decies

Waterford Wolves won 14/12 nice crowd there, thanks everybody who turned up to cheer them on.

Flyin Irishman

decies wrote: »

Waterford Wolves won 14/12 nice crowd there, thanks everybody who turned up to cheer them on.

Even after being robbed of the deferral at the start of the second half! Well done lads!

KevIRL

Was out in the RSC for the first half of this (had stuff to get done before the Spurs match kicked off), gotta say I enjoyed it. Decent crowd out there of about 300 or so as well. Unusual in that there was no field goals. ****ingh freezing out there mind, next home game isnt till mid may when it should be milder, can see it as an enjoyable afternoon in the sun with a bag of cans:pac:

Go Wolves!

daaave

could be a nice day out with the kids/packed lunch/bag of cans/wife as designated driver kinda day!

seriously, it was a great turnout considering the weather and how little is known locally about the sport. looking forward to the next home game.
GO WOLVES!!

decies

http://www.touchdown-europe.net/2013/03/ireland-waterford-wolves-vs-kildare.html

decies

Looking Good Wolves Looking Good.
http://www.americanfootball.ie/iafl-teams/waterford-wolves/

decies

Great video of Waterford Wolves Victory last Sunday
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=4XaFhjvDAUk&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D4XaFhjvDAUk&gl=GB

Paddy@CIRL

Awesome!

I've always wanted to try my hand at shooting American Football, would there be much hassle in coming to a game to photograph proceedings?

decies

Shouldn't think so

Potential-Monke

Preview of the genius that is Alan Magner Photography, photographer and player on the Waterford Wolves IAFL Team.

kensutz

Genius? :rolleyes: Pic is way too big btw

Potential-Monke

kensutz wrote: »

Genius? :rolleyes:

Genius to someone who doesn't know all about photography. Unnecessary use of :rolleyes: btw.

kensutz

Paddy@CIRL wrote: »

Awesome!

I've always wanted to try my hand at shooting American Football, would there be much hassle in coming to a game to photograph proceedings?

It's handy if you can read the plays. Pitch is much smaller than a football pitch, if you want to take the 400 out for a spin to shoot it just holler.

Potential-Monke

kensutz wrote: »

It's his attitude that needs a lot to be desired.

Funny, heard the same thing about another photographer.

decies

http://waterfordwolves.com/

decies

New Website launched , check out the wolves merchandise !!!

decies

decies wrote: »

New Website launched , check out the wolves merchandise !!!

Get to know your local American Football
Team
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=ERI8oqPVSdg&feature=youtu.be&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DERI8oqPVSdg%26feature%3Dyoutu.be

decies

Please Join us LIVE this Sunday from Drogheda at 2pm which must be a first , as we bring you exclusive commentary of the top of the Table clash between Waterford Wolves and Drogheda Lightning, Your commentary team Rus and Ger, Go Wolves.
http://www.ustream.tv/new/home/following#/new/search?q=RADIO%20DBSC

CatFromHue

Does the team train during the week? Or take new players at the moment?

decies

Wednesday night 9pm at WIT sports complex , new members always welcome check out Waterford Wolves on Facebook for all information .