Ndsl | League Details

Last updated : Wednesday, 17 April 2024

Introduction

The North Dublin Schoolboys/Girls League (NDSL) is an amateur football league based in Dublin, Ireland. It was founded in 1973 and currently caters for over 20,000 children between the ages of 7 and 18.

The NDSL is divided into three divisions: Colts (7-11 years old), Under-12s, and Under-18s. Each division is further divided into a number of leagues, with each league consisting of 8-10 teams.

The NDSL season runs from September to May, with each team playing a total of 14-18 games. The top teams in each division qualify for the playoffs, with the winners of the playoffs being crowned champions.

The NDSL is a great way for young players to develop their skills and compete against other talented players. The league also offers a variety of other benefits, such as coaching, refereeing, and facilities.

History

The NDSL was founded in 1973 by a group of local football coaches and administrators. The league was originally called the Dublin Schoolboys League, but it was renamed the North Dublin Schoolboys League in 1983.

The NDSL has grown steadily since its inception, and it is now one of the largest amateur football leagues in Ireland. The league has also been very successful in developing young players, with many former NDSL players going on to play professional football.

Current Season

The current NDSL season is the 2023/2024 season. The season began on September 9th, 2023 and is scheduled to end on May 28th, 2024.

The current champions of the NDSL are St. Kevin's Boys in the Colts division, Home Farm in the Under-12s division, and Bohemians in the Under-18s division.