GAA South London Round Towers Gaelic Football

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Gaelic Football Club established in 1932, based in South London

LATEST NEWS

Kevin Kelly RIP: Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kevin Kelly, a dear friend, loyal member and True Gael of the Round Towers club for over 25 years.

Kevin left his beloved Clara in County Offaly and started up in the Pub trade, running a number of Pubs around the South London area down the years, notably The Alma Tavern in Croydon and the latterly The Dorset Arms, later to be Kelly’s Irish Bar on Clapham Road in Stockwell, with his wife Bridget, his son Stephen and two daughters Pamela and Ciara.

Kevin’s Pubs were legendary in the South London area and would be a honeypot to the players and members of The Round Towers, who he welcomed as he did anybody Irish and especially his love of Gaelic Sports in particular. Kevin soon became even more active in the club, being fund raiser, Committee member player and Manager on several occasions.

During his tenure, Round Towers played in many League and Cup finals, as well as Senior County Championship semi-finals with distinction. Kevin also organised many team trips back to Ireland, with his most memorable being when he proudly brought his adopted club back to his home county on tour.

When Kevin had the opportunity to take on the running of the Bar in Ruislip’s Emerald Grounds, he once again moved and proved to be a superb acquisition for the County Board. He soon made the club a success and worked tirelessly right up until his untimely diagnosis and beyond. Although Kevin had moved away from South London, he continued to serve GAA in London, managing the Heston Gaels team to The Intermediate Championship. Kevin and his partner Helen had beautiful little girl named Alana and several Grand Children.

However, in all that time, Kevin remained a member of the Round Towers and loyal friend to the players. Kevin was and always will be an amazingly popular man, his personality was infectious and he will be sorely missed by all members of The Round Towers Club.

Finally the club would like to send our condolences to Kevin’s family at this testing time for them.

Round Towers presents Rory's Stories

Round Towers are proud to annouce the hosting of Rory Stories in Infernos in Clapham on Saturday 14th April 2018.

Tickets cost £20 with doors opening at 7pm. This will be Rory's first gig in the UK, and entrance into the nightclub is included in the ticket price.

Note that there is a smart dress code and no Under 18s are allowed.

Tickets can be bought at www.tickettailor.com/events/roundtowers

2017 Season

The 2017 season has now ended. We will return in 2018 and are always on the look-out for new players. We will be fielding both Senior and Reserve teams. If you are interested in joining, please contact Cathal on 07717 646063.

As a look back on the 2017 season -

The Seniors defeated Kingdom Kerry Gaels in the final of the Tipperary Cup on Wednesday 28th June to lift their first trophy of the year.

Towers drew their final Senior league game of the season with St Kiernan's, meaning both teams finish joint second in the league. St Kiernan's won the play-off against Round Towers, meaning they progressed to the League final.

In the Senior Championship, Towers qualified from their group to reach the semi-finals, where they were defeated by Fulham Irish, thus ending the championship hopes for another year.

The Reserves finished in the top half of the League. In the championship the Reserves also qualified from their group but lost out to Fulham Irish in the semi-final, which ends their season and defence of the league and championship crowns that were won in 2016.

This seasons results and final league tables can be viewed here.

Ladies Football Team - 2017 Review and Thanks

Towers Ladies had a brilliant 2017, reaching both the London County Final and the All Britain Championship Semi Final. This was an amazing achievement considering this was the first year the majority of players played together in this newly formed team.

However, none of this would have been achievable without the support of our amazing sponsors Cappagh. All of the team are very grateful and appreciative of the generous sponsorship which enabled Round Towers Ladies to purchase jerseys, hoodies and t-shirts. Without their support this would have been impossible.

The focus now turns to the 2018 season - we are always recruiting and all abilities are welcome. For more information, email roundtowersladies@outlook.com or follow us on Twitter @TowersLadies.

Minor Club Sponsor

Round Towers are delighted to announce Kane Construction Services Ltd ("KCS") as the sponsor of the Minor Club.

With over 27 years experience in the construction industry, KCS is a leading contractor for the surfacing and Civil Engineering industry. Their head office is in Surrey and the company continues to grow year on year, serving London and the South East on both commercial and residential projects.

KCS is accreditatied to ISO9001 standards, is a member of Construction Line and is a Construction Online accredited contractor.

We would like to place our sincere thanks to KCS for sponsoring our growing Minor Club and ask that all club members support KCS where possible.

http://kaneconstruction.co.uk/

Latest Club Lotto Result

Date: 14/01/18

Jackpot: £5,300

Location of Draw: Mayfair

Numbers:
02, 16, 19, 22

Jackpot -

No Winner

3 Numbers -

£26.67 - Joe Maher - S/O

£26.67 - Pat O'Brien - S/O

£26.67 - Josh - Gardeners Arms

Lucky Dip -

N/A

The next draw will take place on 21/01/2018 in The Windmill. Jackpot £5,320.

Online Club Shop

Our online club shop has now been updated with 2017 gear, including shorts, socks and our new jerseys, as well as the previously available hoodies, kitbags etc via O'Neills.

Click here to enter the Round Towers club page.

Want to play for Round Towers?

The 2017 season for the Ladies Football team has now ended. We are recruiting for the 2018 season - for more information email
roundtowersladies@outlook.com or follow us on Twitter @TowersLadies