Learning Disability(LD)
Participation
Coaching in Special Schools, Adult Centres, Special Olympics and Disability Football Clubs available.
Competition – Schools
Severe Learning Disability – Regional Games, Special Schools FA Cup
Moderate Learning Disability – Regional Games, National Games
Competition – Clubs/Centres
Regional Leagues in Belfast, Armagh and Londonderry in partnership with Special Olympics Ulster(5-a-side)
www.specialolympicsulster.co.uk
Representation
- International Under 17 Squad(11-a-side) – Play in annual Home Nations Tournament
- International Squad(11-a-side) – Play in European Championships(7th place in 2003, Portugal) and World Cups(6th place in 2006, Germany). Next Tournament is the European Championships, England 2008
Getting Involved
If you are interested in playing, coaching or volunteering in LD Football at any level please contactAlan Crooks, The Development Manager for Disability Football at the IFA on 02890669458