Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club Policy

About Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club was founded in 1909 and takes its name from a townland approximately one mile west of Kilkenny City on the Ballycallan Road.

According to club history, local young people from the Walkin Street area and surrounding districts regularly gathered in Dicksboro for social events and informal games of hurling before formally establishing the Club at a meeting held in Lennon’s house, the only residence in the townland at the time.

Dicksboro entered the Junior Championship in 1910, winning the title before progressing to Senior level the following year. Since its reformation in 1969, the Club has grown into one of Kilkenny’s leading GAA clubs, built on strong community spirit, volunteerism, respect, inclusion and pride in Gaelic Games. In 1990, following years of fundraising and commitment from members and supporters, the Club officially opened its grounds and clubhouse in Palmerstown, which remains home to Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club today.

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club is committed to promoting Gaelic Games and fostering a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for all members, players, parents/guardians, coaches, mentors, volunteers, supporters, committee members and executive officers.

Club Membership Policy & Agreement

By registering as a member of Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club, and/or participating in Club activities, all members, players, parents/guardians, coaches, mentors, volunteers, supporters, committee members and executive officers acknowledge and agree to the following:

Membership Agreement

I subscribe to and undertake to further the aims and objectives of Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club and Cumann Lúthchleas Gael (The Gaelic Athletic Association).
agree to abide by all Club Rules, Codes of Conduct, safeguarding procedures, and official GAA and Camogie Association policies, directives, regulations and guidelines.
I understand that by completing my membership registration, I automatically accept and agree to the contents of this Club Policy.
I agree to conduct myself in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner at all times while representing or attending activities associated with Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club.
I understand that failure to comply with Club or GAA policies may result in disciplinary action in accordance with Club and GAA regulations.

GAA Policies & Regulations

All members are required to comply with current GAA and Camogie Association policies, regulations and codes, including but not limited to:

Safeguarding Policies
Code of Behaviour (Underage)
Anti-Bullying Policies
Respect Initiatives
Injury Benefit Fund Regulations
Data Protection & GDPR Policies
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policies
Match Regulations and Playing Rules

The full list of official GAA policies, directives, guidelines and regulations can be viewed here:
GAA Policies, Directives, Guidelines & Regulations

Club Constitution & Governance

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club operates in accordance with the Official Guide and Constitution of the GAA and adopts the GAA Official Guide and Constitution annually as part of the governance of the Club.

The Club also maintains its own Constitution, Bye-Laws, Policies and Codes of Practice which support the effective operation, safeguarding, welfare and development of the Club and its members.

All members, coaches, mentors, volunteers, committee members and parents/guardians are expected to familiarise themselves with and adhere to these policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times.

Juvenile Code of Practice & Safeguarding

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club is fully committed to providing a safe, positive and child-centred environment for all underage players participating in our games and activities.

The Club maintains a separate Juvenile Code of Practice which applies to all juvenile players, coaches, mentors, parents/guardians and volunteers involved in underage activities within the Club.

The Juvenile Code of Practice operates in conjunction with:

The GAA Code of Behaviour (Underage)
Camogie Association safeguarding policies
Child Safeguarding legislation
Garda Vetting requirements
Relevant GAA and Association safeguarding guidance

All coaches and mentors working with juvenile teams are expected to:

Be fully paid-up Club members
Complete the required safeguarding training
Maintain up-to-date Garda Vetting
Promote respect, inclusion, player welfare and fair participation at all times

Parents/guardians and players are also expected to support the values and standards outlined within the Club’s Juvenile Code of Practice. Any child welfare or safeguarding concern should be reported immediately to the Club Children’s Officer, Designated Liaison Person, Juvenile Chairperson or another appropriate Club Officer.

Membership Registration & Data Processing

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club acts as the Data Controller for all membership information collected by the Club.

Where external systems such as ClubZap are used to facilitate membership registration, communication or administration, those providers act as Data Processors on behalf of the Club and process personal data only under the instruction of the Club and in accordance with GDPR requirements. The Club maintains appropriate Data Processing Agreements with authorised third-party providers where required.

Completion of membership registration through ClubZap or any external platform does not in itself constitute official GAA membership. Membership is only fully active once the member has been successfully registered on the official GAA Foireann system by the Club. The primary contact for data protection or membership queries is the Club Secretary and/or Club Registrar.

Medical Information & Welfare

Members and/or parents/guardians are responsible for informing the relevant coach, mentor, Club Registrar or Club Secretary of any medical condition, allergy, injury or welfare concern that may impact safe participation in Club activities.

Sensitive medical information will only be processed on a strict need-to-know basis and in accordance with GDPR and GAA data protection requirements. Where appropriate, members may be requested to provide or update medical information directly through official GAA systems such as Foireann.

Failure to disclose relevant medical or welfare information may affect the Club’s ability to provide a safe environment for participation.

Photography, Video & Media

As part of Club activities, training sessions, matches, tournaments and community events, photographs and video footage may be taken and used by Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club for legitimate Club purposes including:

Match programmes
Yearbooks
Match and event reports
Club publications
Official Club website
Official Club social media channels
Promotional and historical records of the Club

By registering with Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club, members and/or parents/guardians acknowledge and accept that such photography and video recording may take place in accordance with GAA safeguarding guidelines and legitimate Club interests.

Any member or parent/guardian who does not wish for photographs or video footage to be used must notify the Club in writing.

While Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club will make every reasonable effort to respect such requests, members and/or parents/guardians should be aware that photographs and video footage may be captured during public matches, training sessions and Club events by volunteers, spectators, local media or other third parties who may not be aware of individual preferences.

Accordingly, members and/or parents/guardians who have requested that images not be used should take reasonable steps to withdraw from or avoid participation in group photographs or media activities where possible.

Club Communications

By registering with Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club, members agree to receive communications relating to:

Matches and training
Club meetings and AGM notices
Membership renewals
Community announcements
Fundraising activities
Social events and Club initiatives

Communications may issue by email, text message, app notification or other approved communication methods used by the Club.

Data Protection & Retention

Personal Data collected during membership registration will be used by Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club and the GAA for the administration and management of membership and participation in Club activities.

Personal data will only be retained for as long as necessary for the administration of Club and GAA membership, legal obligations, safeguarding requirements and legitimate Club activities.

Membership information held on Club systems and authorised third-party systems will be reviewed periodically and securely deleted when no longer required. Members may request access to or correction of their Personal Data in accordance with GDPR and applicable data protection legislation.

Equality, Respect & Club Ethos

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful and welcoming environment for all members regardless of age, gender, ability, ethnicity, religion or background.

The Club promotes:

Respect for teammates, opponents, officials and volunteers
Fair play and good sportsmanship
Positive coaching and player development
Community involvement and volunteerism
A safe and enjoyable environment for all participants

Health, Safety & Welfare Responsibilities

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club is committed to providing a safe environment for all players, members, volunteers, supporters and visitors. The Club recognises that maintaining a safe and respectful environment is the shared responsibility of everyone involved in the Club including players, parents/guardians, coaches, mentors, volunteers, committee members, executive officers and supporters.

Where any health, safety, welfare, safeguarding or behavioural concern comes to the attention of a member of the Club community, it should be reported promptly to an appropriate Club Officer, coach, mentor or member of the Executive Committee.

All members are expected to act responsibly and in the best interests of the safety, wellbeing and reputation of the Club and its members at all times.

Acceptance of Policy

Completion of membership registration and/or participation in Club activities confirms that the member and/or parent/guardian:

Has read and understood this Club Policy
Agrees to abide by all Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club and GAA rules and regulations
Understands that registration confirms acceptance of this policy
Will communicate any relevant medical or welfare information to the appropriate Club representative
Acknowledges the Club’s use of photography and media in line with this policy

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club
Palmerstown, Kilkenny
June 2026

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