Ashbourne Raptors Basketball Club

🥳 Thank You for an Amazing First Half of the Season! 🍾

We want to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who has supported Ashbourne Raptors Basketball Club so far this season. Your encouragement, commitment, and positivity have played a massive role in the growth of our players and the success of our club.

💚 What a First Half of the Season!
We’ve had so much to celebrate together:
🏀 Launched the 2025/26 season
🏀 Celebrated 2 years of Ashbourne Raptors Basketball Club
🏀 Entered U14 & U16 teams into the NEBB League
🏀 Secured two venues for games and training
🏀 Organised our 2025 Summer Camp
🏀 Designed and delivered new club gear

None of this would have been possible without our incredible volunteers, who continue to give their time, energy, and passion to the club.

🙏 Special Thanks to Our Amazing Volunteers
We’d like to recognise and sincerely thank:

🏀 Christine – Chair & Coach
For her outstanding leadership, passion, and tireless dedication. Christine’s vision and support inspire players and volunteers every day.

🏀 Coach Jorge & Family
For their unwavering commitment, expert coaching, and constant encouragement that have had a huge impact on our players and club spirit.

🏀 Mark & Family – Security Officer
For ensuring a safe, welcoming environment at every training session and game.

🏀 Sheila – Committee Member & Team Assistant
For her incredible organisation, hands-on help, and of course, the much-loved match-day treats and coffee ☕💙

🏀 Alen – Club Secretary
For all the important work behind the scenes that keeps the club running smoothly, supported by a wonderfully supportive family.

💚 You are truly the heart of the Ashbourne Raptors family.

📣 Want to Get Involved?
As we move into the second half of the season, we’d love to welcome more parents to join our volunteer team. We currently have opportunities for:
✔️ Coaches & Assistant Coaches
✔️ Social Media Support

If you’d like to help, please speak to any committee member at training.

🎉 Wrapping Up 2025
A massive thank you to our players for their dedication, effort, and fantastic performances this season. Watching your confidence, teamwork, and skills grow has been a joy and those well-earned wins made it even better! 🏀🔥

To all our parents, thank you for your constant support and positivity. You are a vital part of our Raptors community.

As we wrap up 2025, we wish everyone a happy, peaceful holiday season spent with family and friends. Here’s to a healthy, successful 2026 and an exciting second half of the season ahead!

❤️ Once a Raptor, always a Raptor! 🏀

Looking forward to seeing the kids back to basketball tomorrow ☺️🏀🏀
If there are any Ladies, age 18+ who would like to play some social basketball, come join us from 7-8pm on Wednesdays, ACS sports hall ☺️

To all members, if your child has not been added to a watts app group, please inform a coach at next training session, thank you.

Reminder
No basketball this evening 6-7pm!!

U14 Ashbourne Raptors Basketball Club vs Cavan Lakers 🏀. First game of the season and first won for the team and the club since club foundation in 2024. First competition season and great start 👏🏀🏆 Well done! 🤗

📣 Basketball Academy with Coach Igor Petrovic 🏀

This summer, top coach Igor Petrovic brought his basketball expertise to Ashbourne, leading a fantastic camp with the Ashbourne Raptors BC. Now, he’s organising a separate academy in Dublin open to boys and girls of all skill levels who want to develop their game, improve skills, and learn from one of the very best in the sport.

👉 Please note: This academy is not affiliated with the Ashbourne Raptors Basketball Club.
All questions, registrations, and inquiries should be directed directly to Coach Igor Petrovic.

📍 Dublin
👦👧 Boys & Girls | All Levels Welcome
🎯 Skill Development | Professional Coaching | Fun & Competitive Environment

Don’t miss the chance to learn from Coach Petrovic!

🏀✨ Ladies Social Basketball is Back! ✨🏀

Looking for fun, fitness, and friendship? Come join our Ladies Social Basketball sessions – open to all levels of experience!

📍 Ashbourne Community School
📅 Wednesdays, 7 PM
🗓️ 8-week term starting 3rd September
💶 Only €60

No matter your experience, come along, get active, and enjoy the game in a friendly, social environment. Great fun, great exercise, and a great way to meet new people! 💪

📩 For more info: [email protected]

Come give it a try – we’d love to see you on the court! 🏀🔥

We are delighted to announce the start of our new club season and warmly invite you to encourage your children to join us for a fun, active, and engaging sporting experience. We also welcome you to be part of their journey by joining us at training sessions and supporting them throughout the season.

📅 Starting Dates:

Our new term will begin on Wednesday 3rd of September, back in ACS (Ashbourne Community School) sports hall with the following training groups and times:

U10 (7–9 years) – Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
U13 (10–12 years) – Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
U16 (13–16 years) – Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM

Fees cover the full term from 3rd of September to 10th of December.

Sibling Discount: 50% off for any additional brothers or sisters joining the club!

💡 Special Note for Girls:

We would love to establish separate girls/boys teams going forward and so would encourage girls of all ages (from 7+ years) to join in our training sessions! Whether you’re completely new to the sport or have played before, our friendly coaches will help you develop skills, confidence, and a love for the game.

🏀 Train with One of Ireland’s Top Basketball Coaches – Coach Igor Petrovic! 🏀

Help your child grow in skill, confidence, and love for basketball this summer!? Join our Elite Summer Basketball Camp led by Coach Igor Petrovic, one of Ireland’s most respected and accomplished basketball coaches.
Coach Petrovic brings over 20 years of coaching experience and a FIBA coaching license, with a long list of major achievements across the Irish basketball scene, including:

🔥 National Cup Winner (Senior Ladies – Meteors)
🔥 Multiple League Titles with:
• Oblate Basketball Club (National Cup finalist, League & Conference Champions)
• Liffey Celtics (Super League Head Coach, Women’s All-Star & Select Teams)
• Meteors Basketball Club (Super League, National League, Dublin League finalist & Cup finalist)

🔥 Head Coach of Ireland’s U18 & U20 Men’s National Teams
🔥 Assistant Coach for Irish U16 Boys & U18 Irish Men’s Teams
🔥 Coached Irish Senior Women’s Select Teams and All-Star Teams

🔥 Led Dublin Senior Women’s Team to 2× NAICS Championships (2015 & 2019)
🔥 Developed youth players at clubs like Firhouse, Malahide, Trinity College, and Ongar Chasers

Coach Petrovic is known for his high energy sessions, focus on technical and tactical skills, and ability to build strong, disciplined teams that love the game and play to win. Whether you're a beginner or a serious athlete, this camp offers the chance to improve your child skills under top level coaching.

📅 Spots are limited — don’t miss out!
📍Ashbourne Community School Hall
🕒 07 - 11 July ages 8-12 / 10am-12pm, ages 13-16 / 1pm-4pm

** Special Offer for Families**
Enrol one child at full price and receive 50% off for each additional sibling.
To claim your family discount, simply reply contact us or comment to this post, and we’ll send you your exclusive discount code.

🔗 Registration link ages 8-12 years, fee 85eur

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/ashbourne-raptors-basketball-summer-camp-2025-8-12-years-tickets-1364694932279?aff=oddtdtcreator

🔗 Registration link ages 13-16 years, fee 105eur

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/ashbourne-raptors-basketball-summer-camp-2025-13-16-years-tickets-1364903415859?aff=oddtdtcreator

Don’t miss the opportunity to be coached by someone who has shaped Ireland’s basketball scene for decades.

🏀 From fast breaks to friendships, your child will enjoy every minute in a positive, supportive environment.

It’s nearly Camp Time !!🏀🏀

📣 Reminder for Parents! 🏀
We still have spots left for our Ashbourne Raptors Basketball Camp (ages 8–16) – but they're filling fast!

🗓 7–11 July
📍 Ashbourne Community School Hall

✅ Fun, skills, fitness & teamwork
🏆 All levels welcome | Led by experienced coaches

📌 Limited places – sign up now!

📍Ashbourne Community School Hall

🕒 07 - 11 July
🔗 Registration link ages 8-12 years
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/ashbourne-raptors-basketball-summer-camp-2025-8-12-years-tickets-1364694932279?aff=oddtdtcreator

🔗 Registration link ages 13-16 years
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/ashbourne-raptors-basketball-summer-camp-2025-13-16-years-tickets-1364903415859?aff=oddtdtcreator

Let’s hit the court and make memories! 💪

Dear Parents,

Just a quick reminder basketball training starts back this Tuesday as we kick off a brand new 7-week term!

It’s the perfect chance for our young athletes to stay active, improve their skills, and get ready for our most exciting season yet.

📍 Please note: There is a small change in the venue. All sessions will now be held at the Ashbourne Community Centre. https://maps.app.goo.gl/g8H5G8WZtfL6hMUJ8

🗓 Training Schedule (Once per Week):

Tuesday, 6:00–7:00 PM – Junior 2 Group U13

Tuesday, 7:00–8:00 PM – Intermediate Group U16

As summer begins and the school year wraps up, this is a great time for players to stay focused and keep progressing. We’re excited to welcome everyone back and look forward to another term full of energy and growth on the court!
See you back on the court this Tuesday!

Warm regards,
Ashbourne Raptors Basketball Club

Ashbourne Community Centre HES Civil · Deerpark, Milltown, Ashbourne, Co. Meath, Ireland ★★★★☆ · Community center