We’re all anxious to get back on the pitch. In order to achieve this in a safe and compliant manner, Canada GAA have been working hard behind the scenes to come up some guidelines to help clubs get back on their summer sporting plans. All members must read the attached documents and send completed copies to our club secretary, Anne Buckley, secretary.vancouverissc.ca@gaa.ie. Please read: CGAA_Return to Gaelic Games_Guidelines CGAA_COVID_Protocols_Clubs_Coaches_Players Please complete and send to Club Secretary: Return to Gaelic Games Personal Health Assessment CGAA Adult Waiver_2020 CGAA Youth Waiver_2020 Please note that you are not covered by insurance until we have received the waivers, and cannot participate in any… Read More
Continue ReadingRemembering our Founders: Pat McHugh
The ISSC would like to pay tribute to one of our founding members Pat McHugh, who recently passed away from cancer in San Francisco where he lived since the late 70’s. John O’Flynn, longstanding member of ISSC, paid tribute to Pat with an excerpt of an Oct. 18, 2014 speech given on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the ISSC – Our first executive was President John Dooley (Mayor of Nelson, BC who regretfully cannot be here tonight due to campaign commitments), Joe Heaney, Pat O’Connell, Joe McNally, Rene Dooley, the late J.J. Hyland and Langley’s Pride from County Down – Ray Burns – who is here tonight. At… Read More
Continue ReadingISSC Open House 2020
Do you like Soccer ⚽? Rugby 🏉? Volleyball 🏐? Basketball 🏀? How about mixing them altogether into one action packed sport – Gaelic Football 🏐 Or do you prefer Golf 🏌♀? Hockey 🏒? Softball ⚾? Lacrosse? If you mash all those techniques together you get the world’s oldest stick and ball game, the fastest game on grass and most skillful game in the world – Camogie (Hurling) 🏑 But don’t let that put you off, take a look at these clips below and then come to our Open Day to find out more? We have some all star players from Ireland living here in Vancouver who want to share their… Read More
Continue ReadingOur Friends 2018
A special thanks goes out to all our friends at the ISSC and JP Ryans for 2018. Without each and everyone of you the ISSC and JP Ryans would not be here today, for that we thank you!
Continue ReadingSEVA Physiotherapy
It is with great honour that the ISSC are able to announce the partnership with Seva Physiotherapy. Peter and his great team are kindly providing an ISSC rate to all fully paid members with substantial savings! Seva Physiotherapy Sports Injury and Acupuncture Clinic has been in operation since 2004 and is located in Kitsilano (Broadway & Alma). Seva physiotherapists specialize in physiotherapy, sports injury treatment & acupuncture. Physiotherapy sessions are 1-on-1 and range from 30 to 60 minutes. Please visit their website at http://sevaphysio.ca/ or call 604.874.7382 to make your appointment and don’t forget to mention that you are an ISSC member.
Continue ReadingKNOW YOUR SPORT
It’s that time of year again. We hope you all ‘Know Your Sport’. 😄 Tickets costs $30 CAD each!! What a bargain! Get selling your tickets for the chance to win more prizes!! The seller with most tickets sold from each club will receive a free jersey of their choice. Also for every 4 tickets sold and paid for, a seller will receive a free entry. The closing date is July 19. Please ensure that each ticket has a reference to ISSC Vancouver or JP Ryan’s! Get your entries in online via our online portal linked below, however please send your money via e-interac to treasurerissc@gmail.com Alternatively give it to your… Read More
Continue ReadingTo all our members
You’re invited to the IRL Construction Charity Golf Tournament! All proceeds will be donated to the BC Infant Developmental Disabilities Association. Event will take place at The Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club. May 12 2018 Only 144 players permitted – Book Now to avoid disappointment! Please RSVP by 20th April 2018 to William Donnellan at wdonnellan@irlconstructionltd.com or call 778-320-0089. Team of 4 costs : $1,000 (Package valued at $1,500) Package Details & Inclusions: – Exclusive Course Buyout for the day – Scramble for Pace of Play format – Shotgun Start at 11am – Registration from 9-10am – 8 Players per Hole, ie: Team A… Read More
Continue ReadingIT’S FINAL DAY
Where: Empire Fields Time: 7pm-10pm Can all teams ensure they are at the pitch ready to play prior to their game times, as pitch times are limited. Please stay around after your game to support the presentation at the end of the night. Best of luck to all teams playing and well done to everyone for a great start to the 2018 season💪
Continue Reading**SPRING LEAGUE- ROUND 2**
**SPRING LEAGUE- ROUND 2** FRIDAY 6TH APRIL 2018 Location: Empire Fields, East Hastings & Cassiar Street. (Astro fields beside the PNE) Time: 7pm- 9pm Field 1: North 7.00-7.40 JP Ryan’s Vs Éire Óg MEN 7.40-8.20 FVG Vs ISSC Celts WOMEN 8.20-9.00 ISSC Celts vs FVG 2 MEN Field 2: South 7.00-7.40 Harps Vs JP Ryan’s WOMEN 7.40-8.20 Harps Vs Royals MEN 8.20-9.00 FVG 1 Vs Éire Óg/Cougars MEN Best of luck to all teams 😊
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