The glitz and glamour of the NFL gridiron will touch down in Dublin on Sunday February 7th 2010, as Dandelion Café Bar & Irish American Football Club, the Dublin Rebels host the Superbowl XLIV Party.

Cheerleaders and fully kitted American footballers will descend on the trendy sports bar to interact with you, creating a true US-style red-carpet event. Kicking off at 8pm, the invitation-only party will begin with fun & games before Kickoff to entertain all.

Dandelion will be given a gridiron makeover, with everything from giant foam hands to NFL equipment adorning the walls. The game can be viewed on any of the numerous giant plasma screens around the venue or on the massive cinema screen that will be specially erected for the occasion.

Budweiser is sponsoring the event, providing genuine Superbowl XLIV apparel and drinks to make sure the party goes with a bang!

Admission is by VIP invitation only. We hope you decide to join us on the night for a few Budweiser and soak up the atmosphere of what will prove to be an unforgettable night.

Admission is by invitation only and therefore we ask if you could confirm your wish to attend by emailing Andrew at andrew@dublinrebels.com so we can keep your Budweiser cold.

This unique experience promises to be the social sporting event of the year.

Hi Guys firstly let me wish you all a very Happy New year. As you all know pre-season training begins for the Rebels this weekend. Due to the adverse weather conditions we have managed to secure Sportslink INDOOR HALL.
Training times are as follows:
Saturday: 1-4, this will only be a 2 hour session so Arrive no later than 1pm and get registered. This will give you plenty of time to get changed and ready
Sunday: 12-3, Arrive no later than 11.30 to get changed

THESE TWO CAMPS ARE MANDATORY FOR ALL WHO WISH TO PLAY/COACH THIS YEAR

NO EXCEPTIONS.

ANDY DENNEHY: 2009 COACH OF THE YEAR

Dublin Rebels Offensive Coach/ Co-ordinator, Andrew Dennehy has been awarded the I.A.F.C.A. Coach of The Year 2009 Award.
The I.A.F.C.A registered coaches, voted this award during their AGM, which took place in the Camden Court Hotel last Saturday.
I am sure you all will join us in congratulating Andrew for a well deserved award in a challenging transition year for the Dublin Rebels this season.

In other news we are also proud to announce that, Marcus Naylor, Andrew Dennehy, Stephen Archibald, Eoin Daly and Steve Walsh(DB) achieved their level 2 certification and Chris Quinn has also achieved his Level 1 assistant coach certification.

The Rebels now have a total of 11, level 2 coaches, many of whom have multiple level 2 qualifications and 12 level 1 certified coaches….

Shamrock Bowl XXIII MVP Adrian Garvey #36 breaks free on TD run

The UL Vikings faced the Dublin Rebels in a rematch of last years Shamrock Bowl and the game proved to be another close fought and entertaining spectacle. It took place in Cooke RFC in Belfast in front of a large crowd from all over the country. The Dublin Rebels had the better run of form this year, handing the Vikings their only defeat of the year early in the season in Limerick. The two sides also played out an intense 14-14 draw in the return leg in Dublin. The third meeting of the teams would prove to be the most dramatic and entertaining.

Rebels Sam Hodgins #8 takes a handoff

After the pre-game ceremonies were completed the Rebels won the coin toss and elected to defer so the Vikings recieved and Brendan McCarthy took UL out to the 30 yard line. It must be said that both teams special teams units performed extremely well on the day and field position was the key of the game. On the Vikings first drive Ross McCooey pressured Vikings Quarterback Liam Ryan and disrupted a number of plays, forcing the Vikings into a 3 and out. The Vikings kicker, Daniel Smith, pinned the Rebels back deep in their half. The game was a cagey affair with both teams unwilling to risk turnovers. The Rebels moved the ball with short passes from QB Andy Dennehy to his recievers Barry Flinn and Mike Kresowaty. The Vikings secondary did well to corral the receivers once the catch was made to ensure no extra yards were gained. When the Vikings were on Offense the ball remained predominantly on the ground with backs Adrian Garvey, James Twomey and Jim Davis picking up solid yards behind the blocking of the Vikings O-line. At the end of the first quarter the teams remained scoreless.

Vikings QB Liam Ryan #17 tries to outrun Rebels LB Kevin Healy #43.

Early in the second quarter the running game of the Rebels kicked into gear with former Vienna Viking, Florian Heiss and Sam Hodgins picking good running lanes. Hodgins eventually broke one run through the Vikings D and put the Rebels ahead 6-0. Vikings Middle Linebacker Jim Davis blocked the extra point attempt. The Vikings then took over on Offense and drove down the pitch with a number of aggressive runs, one block by TE Marc Ashworth in particular showing the sheer physicality of the game. Adrian Garvey punched the ball in from 11 yards out with an excellent second effort. The extra point snap was bobbled and the teams went in at the half tied at 6-6.

Vikings JP Nerbun #12 tackles Rebels Florian Hess #23.

The third and fourth quarters were dominated by intense physical battles on both sides of the ball as neither team was willing to give an inch. Jim Davis, Brendan McCarthy and Glen Carr stuffed run after run by the Rebels while Ross McCooey, Brian Carter and Andy Flynn replicated for the Dublin side. Carter and JP Nerbun had two interceptions each as each team started to open up their offense as the game progressed. Each team also missed field goals that would have won the game for either side.

Rebels TE Paul Smyth #94 is tackled after making a catch.

Heading into the fourth quarter the Vikings began to find running room, breaking off some big runs and hitting long passes only to be repeatedly called back for penalties which killed off drive after drive. The Rebels skillfully defended the long pitch and kept the Vikings from breaking the big play that would have clinched the game. As the 4th quarter winded down Danny Smith punted for the Vikings and the ball was downed on the Rebels 1 yard line. The Vikings D, smelling blood, sent the house at the Rebels who manfully got their noses out of the danger zone and ensured the game went to overtime with two strong runs by Florian Heiss.

Full house at Cooke Rugby Club for Shamrock Bowl XXIII

The rules for IAFL overtime are the NFL sudden death rules. Basically whichever team scores first wins the game. This added even more tension and drama to an already amazing game. The Rebels won the second coin toss and elected to recieve. Kresowaty was shut down again on the return, this time John Mullen living up to his Rookie of the Year status with a crunching hit. Dennehy took the ball on his 25 yard line and went to the air. On one pass JP Nerbun stepped in front of the short route and picked the ball off to give the Vikings a chance at victory. A couple of Adrian Garvey runs put the Vikings into field goal range and Danny Smith stepped up to kick the 33 yard field goal to give the Vikings the victory.

The game MVP went to a deserving Adrian Garvey who had over 100 yards on the ground against a talented and physical Rebels Defence. The Rebels and Vikings should be proud of the level of football on display in the Shamrock Bowl, showing that Ireland has plenty of young footballing talent. The future is bright for the sport in the country.

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Joining the Rebels
Thanks for your recent interest in joining the Dublin Rebels American Football Club. You are receiving this newsletter, which should answer all of your questions. If, upon reading this you are interested in joining the Rebels as a Player, Coach, or in an Administrative/Management role you will be required to send us some information which we will outline at the bottom.

History:
The Dublin Rebels were founded in the summer of 1995. They entered the Irish Flag Football League with a squad of 10 players, where they received the Best Newcomers Award for the 1995-96 season. Finishing 3rd in 1996-97 and going on to lose a closely fought final in 1997-98, placing them 2nd, the Rebels continued to improve with the squad size growing all the time. This led to the addition of a second flag team to the club. The following season 1998-99 was the beginning of the full contact team. As planned our two flag teams combined as one and we managed to play one season in the full contact league of Ireland before the demise of the league. We managed a mid table finish in our first full contact season picking up four wins. American Football was not played again until the winter of 2001. Since the reformation of the league, the Rebels have won 5 Shamrock Bowls, 2 European Trophies and 5 League Titles. The Rebels are the only team in the modern era to have obtained a perfect season picking up the League Title and Shamrock Bowl, winning every game that season (2006). Our average squad size each year is now 45 players approx.

Coaching Staff:
Every year the Irish American Football Coaches Association (IAFCA) hosts coaching courses to train Coaches further. Prospective Coaches can attend these courses, which are delivered by the top Coaches from the UK. The Dublin Rebels currently have 4 Coaches, with multiple level 2 qualifications, 6 Coaches with single level 2 qualifications and 3 Coaches with level 1 qualifications. With the highest level of coaching possible the Rebels aim to make it easy for new players to join the club. Whether you are a complete novice or coming from a different team/system, it is our goal to coach you to reach your highest potential.

Recruitment Information:
The IAFL season runs from the beginning of March to Mid August each year. It is a full contact senior league for over-18 males. Pre-season begins on the first Sunday of January each year. New players joining the club are however expected to attend a small number of sessions prior to Christmas to allow them to learn the basics of American Football and to get fitted for new equipment. From January onwards, the full squad trains on Sundays from 12pm until 4pm and midweek one evening (WED, tbc) from 7pm until 9pm. There will also be 1hr sessions on the Saturday prior to games to go through game plans etc. At present we play our home games in Sportslink, Santry. We currently train in Booterstown next to the DART station, however we actively seeking a new training facility in the central Dublin area. As a player, you are expected to excel in training and playbook sessions as this is the sole basis behind team selection. Many Rookies/Transfers have broken into the starting team in their first year by adhering to this ethos; this should be your goal. In order to play for the Rebels, you will need a full set of equipment as follows: Black helmet, black training jersey, shoulder pads, black training pants, 7 piece soft pad set, black game socks and suitable footwear. From time to time second hand equipment becomes available, however this is rare and we recommend purchasing a full new set from approx €300. These are available from, www.barnettsports.com or www.forelle.com you can also source them yourself over the multiple suppliers over the internet. The above mentioned although slightly more expensive are the most reliable we have dealt with. Barnett will offer a 10% discount if you tell them, you are with the Rebels. Please contact us before ordering for assistance with sizing and positional. Please note: This initial investment may seem a lot, however equipment generally lasts 10+ years if properly maintained.

American Football differs from most other sports; you cannot just turn up and play. It requires an investment of your time. We suggest a minimum of 1 year, our coaches will give you every opportunity to learn and excel. Any less time will not give you an in-depth perspective of the sport. If at the end of this first year you decide not to continue the club will assist you in selling your gear on.

How Do I Join?
Now that you have had a little insight into what the Dublin Rebels are all about. We are currently recruiting in the following areas. Players, Coaches, Administrative staff, Management. Do you want to become a member of the most successful Club in Irish American Football history?

Send us the following information: Email: chris@dublinrebels.com
Name:
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Height:
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Age:
Experience: (Please include other sport and positions if you have no American football experience)
Position:

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Dublin Rebels Management

The Rebels are proud to announce a sponsorship with one of Dublin’s top bars and clubs, Dandelion.

Located on St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2, the venue has become renowned for it’s mixture of great food, delicious cocktails and it’s famous “So-90’s” club nights.

To see for yourself, visit www.welovedandelion.com

The Rebels have announced the sponsorship deal with online poker giant FullTiltPoker.com.

The deal lasting the duration of 2009 season, will the the Rebels backed generously by the online home of some of the most respected poker players in the world.

Designed by the pros, they incorporate the all the best features that make playing and learning a pleasurable experience. Not only do their pros have decades of cumulative experience playing at the poker tables, they also bring a wealth of knowledge about the online poker world.

To visit their site, goto www.fulltiltpoker.com

The Rebels are pleased to announce a one year sponsorship agreement with Austrian company Ben’s Sports/Noah Athletic.

Ben’s Sports will provide the Rebel’s new home and away uniforms for the 2009 season.

To visit their site, go to www.bens.at

The Dublin Rebels is now on Facebook and be contacted directly at the below link
Dublin Rebels Facebook Group or alternatively search for Dublin Rebels in Facebook Search and you can find us there