Author Archives: Steven O'Rourke

Thank you, and goodnight

After two years, I’m hanging up my clipboard and taking a break from Tullamore Phoenix. I’ve been meaning to write this post for a while. It’s been a crazy couple of weeks with work though which isn’t surprising given that’s … Continue reading

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Preview: UL Vikings @ Tullamore Phoenix

We don’t often quote the doors around here but this IS the end. Tullamore Phoenix play their last game of the 2012 IAFL season this Sunday when they host perennial Shamrock Bowl attendees, the University of Limerick Vikings. They may … Continue reading

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Gallery: Dublin Rebels @ Tullamore Phoenix

The Dublin Rebels arrived in Tullamore last Sunday looking to make a statement ahead of their playoff game with Trinity. However, Tullamore Phoenix put in a performance they can build on going forward to hold the two-time defending Shamrock Bowl … Continue reading

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Preview: Dublin Rebels @ Tullamore Phoenix

Tullamore Phoenix host two-time defending Shamrock Bowl champions, the Dublin Rebels, on Sunday, May 27 in Tullamore Rugby Club. It has, without doubt, been a very difficult opening season in the IAFL for Tullamore Phoenix. After two years of dominating … Continue reading

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Gallery: Tullamore Phoenix @ Trinity

It says everything about this Tullamore Phoenix team that the 18 guys who suited up and – by the end – the 11 guys left standing, didn’t let their lack of numbers get them down, even when they game was … Continue reading

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Gallery: Tullamore Phoenix @ UCD

In the words of Ron Burgundy: “Boy, that escalated quickly. I mean, that really got out of hand fast.” Still, at least Alison got some nice pictures.

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We want you: Tullamore Phoenix recruitment drive

Here at Tullamore Phoenix we’re always looking to the future and now is your chance to be involved with the Midlands’ most successful American football team. We’re currently half-way through our first full season in the Irish American Football League … Continue reading

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Preview: Tullamore Phoenix @ UCD

Tullamore Phoenix travel to Dublin for their second away game of the season with high hopes of taking their record to .500. Tullamore Phoenix @ UCD 2pm, Sunday April 15, Belfield Two teams with a 1-2 record meet in Belfield this … Continue reading

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Gallery: Craigavon Cowboys @ Tullamore Phoenix

Tullamore Phoenix suffered a heart-wrenching loss to Craigavon Cowboys last weekend in a game that, in truth, neither team deserved to lose.  Though not quite the tropical conditions experienced earlier in the week, last Sunday’s IAFL clash between Craigavon Cowboys … Continue reading

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Preview: Craigavon Cowboys @ Tullamore Phoenix

Tullamore Phoenix host the Craigavon Cowboys at 2pm this Sunday in Tullamore Rugby Club. Steven O’Rourke previews the game. It’s already been a rollarcoaster season for Tullamore Phoenix. After an opening weekend win, the Offaly outfit were brought back to … Continue reading

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