Important Rathleague Update – Operations and Matches etc

Following a meeting of the club sub-committee overseeing construction site logistics in Rathleague, the situation regarding the use of facilities over the coming weeks has been reviewed.

The grounds remain an active construction site and, as a result, a number of pitches continue to be impacted by barriers, restricted access and ongoing works. (All except pitch 4).  Accordingly, all arrangements remain subject to change at short notice as the project progresses.

Throughout this process, the club has maintained regular engagement with the site contractors to ensure that all decisions relating to pitch access and usage are made with appropriate regard to health and safety requirements. The safety of players, officials, volunteers and spectators remains the club’s primary consideration.

To provide as much playing capacity as possible, it has been agreed that Pitch 4 will open on a trial basis for matches on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.

Given the limited availability of playable pitches, senior teams will be given priority access. The Club Group will determine all subsequent allocations and priorities. These decisions will be based on the availability of facilities and the overall needs of the club.

Until further notice, coaches and team mentors who may have midweek championship fixtures or other competitive games scheduled for Rathleague are advised to actively explore alternative venues. Given the constraints currently affecting the grounds, the club cannot guarantee pitch availability outside the arrangements outlined above.

All pitch bookings must continue to follow standard club procedures and be submitted through Dermot Costelloe. No bookings or arrangements should be made outside of this process, as it is essential that the club maintains a clear overview of pitch usage and availability during this period.

Members are asked to respect these arrangements and understand that flexibility and cooperation will be required from all teams during this time. Our priority is to ensure the safe operation of the grounds while facilitating as much playing activity as possible.

Further updates will be issued as the situation develops.