Volleyball Ireland is proud to launch Fás Éireann, a new development initiative designed to strengthen the pathway for our youth national teams and enhance the long-term growth of Irish volleyball, by providing more competition.
The name Fás Éireann comes from the Irish word fás, meaning growth or development, and reflects both the progression of our athletes and the continued rise of the sport across the country. It symbolises the journey our young players take from their local club to representing Ireland on the international stage.
Inspired by Ireland’s First Written Language
Fás Éireann continues the storytelling introduced in our national team kit reveal, where Ogham, Ireland’s earliest known form of writing, was used as a visual backbone. Ogham marks a deep connection to our heritage and identity, while Fás connects to our future.
From the first marks of Irish identity to the growth of our next generation.
A New Competitive Platform for U18 & U20 National Squads
Beginning this weekend, our U18 and U20 National Squads will step into the National League, competing against teams from the Premier Division and Division 1.
This is a major step forward in giving our young internationals the regular, high-level competition they need to grow:
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More matches
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Higher-quality opponents
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Increased tactical and physical challenge
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Greater exposure to senior-level volleyball
By facing experienced club teams month after month, our players will learn, adapt, and mature faster, helping them transition more smoothly into senior international competition.
Building Towards Major Events
The Fás Éireann programme is not only about monthly competition; it’s a long-term investment in performance.
These league matches form a crucial stepping-stone as the squads prepare for:
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SCA (Small Countries Association Championships)
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St Patrick’s Challenge
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4 Nations Tournament
Rooted in Heritage. Growing Our Future.
Fás Éireann represents a new chapter for Volleyball Ireland.
It is a programme built on cultural pride, athletic ambition, and the unwavering commitment to invest in our youth. By combining high-quality competition with a strong national identity, we are creating an environment where Ireland’s next generation of volleyball players can flourish.
As our U18 and U20 teams take their first steps into the National League this weekend, we invite and encourage the volleyball community to follow and support their journey. A journey grounded in heritage and inspired by growth.
Fás Éireann Fixtures
Below are the full match schedules for each squad.
U20 Boys – Fixtures
2025
November 8 – 2:00pm
U20 vs Balbriggan Eagles
TUD Tallaght
November 9 – 2:00pm
Gardians vs U20
TUD Tallaght
December 6 – 2:00pm
U20 vs DVC Bravo
TUD Tallaght
December 7 – 2:00pm
U20 vs Aer Lingus
TUD Tallaght
2026
January 24 – 2:00pm
Dalkey Devils vs U20
TUD Tallaght
January 25 – 2:00pm
TCD vs U20
TUD Tallaght
February 28 – 2:00pm
UCD vs U20
Maynooth
March 1 – 2:00pm
Tallaght Rockets vs U20
Maynooth
U20 Girls – Fixtures
2025
November 8 – 1:00pm
U20 vs Santry Calypso
Beaumont
November 9 – 3:00pm
DVC Lions vs U20
Coláiste Bríde
December 6 – 1:30pm
U20 vs Gardians
Stepaside
December 7 – 1:30pm
U20 vs TCD
Stepaside
2026
January 24 – 1:30pm
UCD vs U20
Maynooth
January 25 – 1:00pm
Netforce vs U20
Riverstick CC
February 28 – 2:00pm
Munster Thunder vs U20
Clonlara CC
March 1 – 1:30pm
Galway vs U20
Venue TBC
U18 Girls – Fixtures
2025
November 8 – 2:00pm
U18 vs Dalkey Devils
Mountrath Community College
November 9 – 1:00pm
Santry Sparks vs U18
Artane, Santry
December 6 – 2:00pm
U18 vs Balbriggan Flames
Mountrath Community College
December 7 – 2:00pm
U18 vs Tallaght Rockets
Mountrath Community College
2026
January 4 – 1:00pm
Impact Wiz vs U18
Macroom Community Centre
January 24 – 3:00pm
Ballymun Valkyries vs U18
Ballymun Trinity Comprehensive
February 28 – 1:00pm
SETU Carlow vs U18
Barrow Centre, Carlow
March 1 – 4:00pm
Santry Rebels vs U18
Beaumont, Santry
U18 Boys – Fixtures
2025
November 8 – 11:30am
U18 vs Gardians
TUD Tallaght
November 9 – 11:30am
Balbriggan Broncos vs U18
TUD Tallaght
December 6 – 11:30am
U18 vs DVC Abu
TUD Tallaght
December 7 – 11:30am
U18 vs Aer Lingus
TUD Tallaght
2026
January 24 – 1:00pm
Netforce vs U18
Riverstick CC
January 25 – 11:30am
Carrick Crows vs U18
TUD Tallaght
February 28 – 11:30am
Galway vs U18
Maynooth
March 1 – 1:00pm
Munster Thunder vs U18
Clonlara CC
Fás Éireann
Rooted in Heritage. Growing Our Future.
