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Well done to Matt Kelly of @RappareesGalway and Aidan Lynskey of @breaffyrounders for promoting our sport at the @officialgaa Youth Forum in Croke Park today.

GAA Rounders Shine at GAA Youth Forum in Croke Park

GAA Rounders Shine at GAA Youth Forum in Croke Park

Date: Saturday, 1 November 2025  |  Venue: Croke Park GAA Rounders enjoyed a brilliant day at the GAA Youth Forum, meeting hundreds of young people and showcasing the skill, fun, and inclusivity at the heart of the game. From first whistle to last, our stand was buzzing.

Craig Davis, Aidan Lynskey & Matt Kelly Lead from the Front

Huge credit to Craig Davis , Aidan Lynskey & Matt Kelly, who were on the stand all day—coaching throws and catches, answering questions, and keeping spirits high. They spoke with hundreds of young people eager to try Rounders, start school teams, or bring the game back to their clubs.
“The energy was class. So many new faces wanting to pick up a bat and give it a go—exactly what the sport is about.” Craig Davis

What the Youth Forum Delivered

  • Interactive workshops on decision-making, resilience, empathy, and volunteering.
  • Panel discussions featuring association presidents and players across the codes.
  • GAA Youth Congress—debates and proposals that will inform the GAA Youth Committee report to Congress 2026.
Rounders stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the LGFA, Handball, and the Camogie Association—another sign of our sport’s growing profile in the wider GAA family.

Get Involved

If you’re aged 12–21 and want to be part of future Youth Forum events—or you’re a coach/parent looking to start Rounders in your club—drop us a line and we’ll help you get set up with equipment, starter sessions, and fixtures. Contact Us
#GAA #GAARounders #YouthForum #CrokePark #GiveRoundersAGo

Go Games Rounders Pilot a Hit at Kevins GAA Club in Dublin

Go Games Light Up Loreto!

The Kevins Club in Dublin hosted a high-energy Go Games pilot for boys and girls aged 12 and under on Saturday, 10th May—and the reaction? A home run! While Go Games are well-known in GAA circles, Rounders hasn’t yet rolled out a full national version—until now. Judging by the smiles, cheers and non-stop action last Saturday, that might be about to change.


Mini Pitches, Maximum Fun

Over 80 children from Kevins, Na Fianna, and Emo took to the mini-pitches at Loreto College on Crumlin Road for an afternoon of fun-focused Rounders. Four games ran simultaneously between 3:30 and 5:30 pm. With the focus on skill-building and teamwork, no scores were recorded—just grins and great shots! The format encouraged clubs to mix boys and girls, creating exciting opportunities for kids to make friends, learn together, and enjoy the game.
 

“The Only Problem? Getting Them to Leave!”

That was the verdict from many parents, who praised the well-timed afternoon slot that allowed dual-code kids to join in after morning football or hurling. And the big bonus? Loads of new members signed up to Kevins thanks to the event!

 

Batting, Bowling, and Blazing Home Runs

The kids learned to bat, bowl, catch, throw and more. Many parents were surprised at the fast-paced sprints and sharp movements that aren’t as common in traditional GAA. It was skill development disguised as fun—ABCs, RJTs and communication skills all in action! And yes, there were Home Runs. Big ones. With even bigger celebrations. “I’ve never seen our kids run that fast on a hurling pitch,” one coach chuckled.

 

Special Guests & Big Smiles

National Secretary Shirley Lennon dropped in to lend her support, and All-Ireland winner Serena Scott gave out coaching tips and encouragement to future stars.

 

Survey Says… More Please!

Parents filled in a short survey after the event. When asked “Will your child play Rounders again?”, the most popular answer was a loud and clear: YES! Favourite activities? “Batting” and “Having Fun With Friends” took the top spots. Because that’s what Go Games is all about!

 

Want In? Here’s How

More events are scheduled throughout the summer in Dublin, and new clubs are welcome to try it out. You only need 9 players and a GAA pitch (35m x 35m) to host a Go Games Rounders event. No goalposts needed, just enthusiasm and a ball! If your club is interested, get in touch at secretary.rounders@gaa.ie.

Let’s bring the joy of Rounders to every corner of Ireland!