TUFC October Club Newsletter
A Message from the Chairman, Gavin Jones
October has been a month filled with achievement, generosity and pride across Templeogue United. From international tournaments and national honours to inspiring community gestures, our players, coaches, and members continue to represent everything that makes this club special - teamwork, passion, and heart.
🏆 Marie Crowe Wins Goss.ie News Industry Award
Huge congratulations to our very own Marie Crowe, who was honoured with The News Industry Award at the 2025 Goss.ie Women of the Year Awards! 👏
This award recognises Marie’s tireless work on the powerful “Girls in Green” investigation and documentary — shining a light on female voices in Irish sport. Her integrity, belief, and passion make this achievement so well deserved.
We’re incredibly proud to have Marie as part of the
Templeogue United Executive Team. 💫
💚 Support For Ultan
The thoughts and support of everyone at Templeogue United remain with Ultan and the O’Neill family. The outpouring of support from across our community has been incredible.
A special mention to Sean O’Neill, who ran the Dublin Marathon this month to raise funds in support of his brother. Sean’s determination and family spirit are an inspiration to us all - a true reflection of the Templeogue United ethos. 💚
🏃♂️ Marathon Heroes
Congratulations to all our Templeogue United runners who completed the Dublin Marathon this month! Your determination, training, and community spirit made us all proud. 26.2 miles of commitment — well done to everyone who took part. 👏
🌍 Boys U11.2 Team Travels to Barcelona
A brilliant experience for Brian Jones and his U11.2 squad, who travelled to Barcelona for an international youth tournament — the Barcelona Cup.
The trip was a huge success, filled with great football, friendship and unforgettable memories for players and parents alike. A massive thank you to the coaching team and all the travelling families who represented TUFC so proudly abroad. 🇪🇸⚽
💪 S&C Spotlight – Darren Dillon
A huge thank you to Shamrock Rovers Strength & Conditioning Coach Darren Dillon for his ongoing contribution to player development. Darren’s enthusiasm and professionalism continue to inspire across all age groups — raising the bar for coaching at TUFC.
🎃 Richie Towell’s Foundations Academy Halloween Camps
The Foundations Academy Halloween Camps, led by Richie Towell, were a massive success once again! It was great to see so many young players took part in fun, high-quality sessions focused on skill, confidence, and teamwork - all with a Halloween twist. 🎃
Thank you to Richie, his coaching team and all the parents who supported another fantastic week of football. ⚽
🇮🇪 International Honour – Laila Hurley Called Up for Ireland
We’re so proud of former TUFC player Laila Hurley, who was selected for the Tom Elmes Ireland Girls’ U16 team! 💚⚽
Laila traveled to Prague for two international friendlies against Czechia — an incredible milestone and experience for this talented young player. We can hardly forget the great Katie McCabe, former TUFC player who collected her 100th cap this month also - incredible!
🏆 Dane Massey’s Dundalk Triumph
Huge congratulations to our own Dane Massey! 🏆 Dane, a key part of our Templeogue United Over-35s squad and first-team coach at Dundalk FC, celebrated a massive achievement as Dundalk were crowned League of Ireland First Division champions, securing their return to the Premier Division! A PFAI Team of the Decade member, Dane’s leadership and professionalism continue to inspire both within our club and across Irish football. Well done, Dane — the whole TUFC family is proud! 🔴⚪
🧤 Conor Kearns’ Goalkeepers Anonymous Camp
Well done to Shelbourne's Conor Kearns, who hosted an outstanding Goalkeepers Anonymous camp this month. The ex TUFC stopper's sessions gave our young keepers a chance to sharpen their skills, build confidence, and learn from one of Ireland’s top professionals.
The enthusiasm and focus across all sessions were exceptional — great work, Conor, and well done to everyone who took part!
💪 FDC Updates and Development
Folllowing on from our FDC announcement last month, the FDC held two coaches information sessions this month to update on a variety of topics from our FAI Club Mark ambitions, to coach education and trips and travel guidance.
💚 Be a Rock for Rory
Our TUFC Under 8.1s are proud to wear a jersey that stands for more than football. Sponsored by Coach Sean Cavin, godfather of Rory, this special kit was created in support of his godson back home in the United States — a brave young boy preparing for another kidney transplant. We’re proud that through this gesture, Sean, his team, and the wider Templeogue United family can show Rory that even though we’re far apart, we’re all right behind him. 💚
👏 Thank You
As we move into November, I want to thank every player, coach, parent, and volunteer who continues to give their time and energy to Templeogue United. Your passion on and off the pitch is what keeps our club thriving.
Enjoy the football, stay warm, and here’s to finishing the year strong.
Gavin Jones
Chairman, Templeogue United FC
For any queries: Please contact info@templeogueunited.ie
