Essex Shillelaghs GAA

09/14/2026

🏐 Curious about Gaelic football? Come give it a try — for FREE on 9/28!
West Orange Recreation Dept. and the Essex Shillelaghs GAA are offering a free Gaelic Football Clinic for West Orange students in grades 6–8.
Led by New York GAA Player Development Officer Cian O’Dea, the clinic is a chance to learn the basics, meet our coaches and players, and see what Gaelic football is all about. No experience necessary! Register at https://essexshillelaghsgaa.com/west-orange-middle-school-fall-clinic
📅 Monday, September 28
⏰ 3:30–5:00 p.m.
📍 Roosevelt Middle School

09/12/2026

Our U16 teams have heart!

09/11/2026

Week 2 for the men! ☘️

Another great night on the field for our Men’s Pub League crew — a good mix of returning players with plenty of running, and maybe even a little improvement since Week 1. 😄

Still plenty of time to join us. No experience necessary — just come out and give Gaelic football a try!

09/10/2026

Week 2. Full fields. Let’s go. ☘️

09/09/2026

Week 2 and the fields were FULL! ☘️💚💛

We had a fantastic turnout at practice this week, with players from across our youth age groups — plus the Shi-Ladies — out running, learning, competing and having fun.

There’s nothing better than seeing so many players out on the field together. The fall season is officially in full swing! Matches start this weekend!

09/08/2026

🏐 NYMB Fall Schedule is Here! Save the dates for our Fall Development Division games:

U6 & U10
Sept. 12 | 1:30 p.m. | Frank Golden Park
Sept. 26 | 1:00 p.m. | Redmond Park
Oct. 3 | 1:00 p.m. | Rockland
Oct. 17 | 1:00 p.m. | Redmond Park
Oct. 24 | 1:00 p.m. | Redmond Park

U8 & U12
Sept. 12 | 3:00 p.m. | Frank Golden Park
Sept. 26 | 2:30 p.m. | Redmond Park
Oct. 3 | 2:30 p.m. | Rockland
Oct. 17 | 2:30 p.m. | Redmond Park
Oct. 24 | 2:30 p.m. | Redmond Park

U16 – A Division
Sept. 11 | 7:00 p.m. | Rockland
Sept. 20 | 10:00 a.m. | Frank Golden Park
Oct. 2 | 7:00 p.m. | Redmond Park
Oct. 9 | 7:00 p.m. | Redmond Park
Playoffs
Oct. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | Redmond Park
Oct. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | Redmond Park

Schedules are subject to change. We’re looking forward to a great fall season! ☘️

09/06/2026

Never played Gaelic football before? No problem! ☘️🏐

Wondering how the game actually works? This quick video breaks down the basics — from scoring and moving the ball to the rules of play.

Give it a watch, then come out and give Gaelic football a try with the Essex Shillelaghs GAA!

No experience necessary — just bring your sneakers and be ready to have some fun. 💚💛

How to play gaelic football for beginners...

09/03/2026

Don’t let the serious faces fool you… 😏☘️

The men were back on the field for their first practice of the fall season — and despite what this photo might suggest, there was plenty of fun to go around!

Great to see returning players and new faces getting ready for another season of Gaelic football. 💚

09/03/2026

The Shi-Ladies kicked off the season with an amazing first practice! ☘️

It was wonderful to see familiar players back on the field alongside so many new teammates. From the first whistle, the group brought plenty of energy, enthusiasm, and team spirit to the evening. We can’t wait to see what the fall season brings!

09/02/2026

What a great first day of practice! ☘️

Our returning youth players welcomed lots of new faces to the field, and everyone jumped right in for an evening of Gaelic football and fun. We’re excited for a great fall season!