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 We are absolutely delighted to announce that Leicester Celtic FC is now an official affiliated club to Shamrock Rovers. This is a big step in helping us with the development of all our coaches and players, through high quality coach education and support. Shamrock Rovers are the most successful club in League of Ireland history and we are thrilled to benefit from their professionalism and expertise. We are very much looking forward to working closely with Tony O'Neill and his excellent coaching team.
PRESS RELEASE FROM SHAMROCK ROVERS 9th APRIL 2021. Shamrock Rovers would like to announce our community program for the 2021/22 season. In collaboration with our affiliate clubs, we have combined to solidify our community relationships for the coming years. We are proud to be working alongside so many truly dedicated club members, administrators, players and coaches, representing a new and vibrant section of our supporters in anticipation of game nights under the lights at Tallaght Stadium. Affiliated Clubs with Shamrock Rovers will benefit as follows, · Club visits monthly · Coach Education · Summer Camps · Access to selected live senior games in Tallaght Stadium  It is with deep regret and sorrow that we report the tragic news of the sudden death of one of our ex-players, Chris Rooney (31) , last Sunday afternoon on the 21st March. Chris played for Leicester Celtic at under age and Senior Level for many years. He is fondly remembered by his team mates, managers, and coaches, as a dedicated and talented player who was deeply passionate about his football. We extend our sympathies, from all the Leicester Celtic Community, past and present, to his Dad, Brothers, Keith and Gavin, his fiancée Katie, and all his extended family and friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. On behalf of the Executive Committee and Members of Leicester Celtic FC  Leicester Celtic are delighted to host our second family quiz of 2020 at 8pm on Sat, February 27th. Please register on the below link https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/11397632_Leicester-celtic-f-c-s-page.html Entry fee is a voluntary minimum of EUR 5 per family and can be made at the idonate link below with all funds raised for the benefit of Jigsaw. Quiz will go live here; https://myquiz.org/p/666875  Get involved with our Lockdown Wheelie Bin Challenge!    We are delighted to present an online family Quiz on Saturday 30th January at 7:30PM. Please register at the link below: https://myquiz.org/p/647888 Entry fee is a voluntary minimum of EUR 5 per family and can be made at the idonate.ie link below with all funds raised for the benefit of Aware https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/11396702_leicester-celtic-f-c--page.html    Take on the Marathon with a football LCFC challenge this January From Jan 7th to Jan 31st, complete 26 miles/42 Kms over the 24 days by kicking a ball a few kms each day towards your goal! Find a nice green / pitch / park, and run and kick your ball alongside you, it couldn't be simpler. Mark down your progress on the poster provided, and make sure to send / get your parents to send a video to Leicester Celtic on Facebook / twitter. Each entry will be entered in the draw to win 1 of 20 Noggin LCFC Hats, which are promoting Mental health Awareness in our community. Make sure to warm up and warm down properly after each session to ensure your body is back in business and ready to go a few days later for your next session, and most importantly, enjoy yourselves and get your family involved! We are running this lockdown challenge to call out awareness to mental Health in our community, which effects so many of our friends, families and neighbours. *Jigsaw* and *Aware* are two amazing charities which provide support to young and old who are experiencing mental health issues *****You can print off the tracker here******* Contact details are below https://www.aware.ie 1800 80 48 48 supportmail@aware.ie https://jigsaw.ie +353 1 472 7010 info@jigsaw.ie   We are delighted to announce that Leicester Celtic FC and Noggin Sports have teamed up in an effort to raise awareness of mental health in our community, which affects so many people in both their daily lives and in their sporting lives.
YOU CAN BUY THEM HERE ‘Noggin Sport’ is run by two brothers who are dedicated to raising awareness of mental health in sport. They are a Community Interest Company, where the profits they make go straight into supporting mental health awareness projects across Ireland and the UK. “Our aim is to help people and make people realise that it’s ok to talk about how they feel, that mental health and mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of. Everyone has different experiences but at some point or another, everyone goes through tough times. It’s about creating a community where everyone is part of something” (Kieran Joyce of Noggin Sport) The club have ordered a limited edition run of LCFC Noggin beanies/hats that can be pre-ordered either online through Clubforce and a small number available through the club shop. All monies raised will go back into the club which provides an outlet for so many in our community, with a donation also to be made to one of the great charities listed below. LCFC recognises the importance of mental health awareness and the part we can play in supporting our children and families through difficult times. LCFC Chairman Gerry Whelan added “'It is so important that we all understand and acknowledge that many people are suffering with mental health issues, particularly during the current Coronavirus pandemic. So, Leicester Celtic FC are delighted to support and promote this worthwhile cause. We encourage everyone to support as much as they can by buying a Club Noggin Beanie Hat.” Beanie sizes come in 'Adult size' and Kids Size (For kids age 5-10) A brilliant stocking filler for all players, mums and dads, nanas and granddads! Cost per hat is €18, with a special bonus buy of 2 hats for €30!! Online clubforce purchase link will be up from tomorrow or you can pay Declan or Mick in the club shop, Beanies will be delivered to the club for collection the week before Christmas. These will be snapped up so get your order in so as not to be disappointed! If you need to reach out, or know of someone who does, support is available:Samaritans 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.ie Aware 1800 80 48 48 (depression, anxiety) Pieta House 1800 247 247 or email mary@pieta.ie (suicide, self-harm) Teen-Line Ireland 1800 833 634 (for ages 13 to 19) Childline 1800 66 66 66 (for under 18s)  Swans Academy Christmas - Santa is coming to Leicester Celtic this Saturday December 12th @ 16.45.
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