Who are we?
The South Dublin Panthers – American Football Club
The Panthers are one of Irelands premier american football clubs. We compete in american football for adults, youth and non contact, flag football leagues. One of the longest established organisations in Ireland, we have competed for National Championships domestically and in European tournaments.
For an american football team in Dublin, look no further.
Football
American Football for All
American Football is a sport for all ages, genders, shapes and sizes. Competing, Coaching, Officiating, Photgrpahers, Video Personnel. The Panthers are always seeking to add to our family.
Our Athletes
Our Athletes come from a diverse sporting background. Some have taken up American Football as adults, others have played and continue to play sports such as rugby, basketball, GAA, soccer and tennis. The only requirement of our Athletes is they give it their maximum effort
Our Coaches
Many of the Panthers Coaches, on all three teams, have internaitonal experience and will provide only the highest quality coaching to anyone starting out in their American Football career. Adult, Youth and Flag all have coaches of the highest calibre.
Family
The Panthers are a family club. With three teams, Athletes, Coaches, Sideline Staff, Referees, Officals, Video Analysis, Photographers and everyone in between. We are always seeking new members.
Our History
Founded as the Dublin Dragons in 2001, we were reborn as the South Dublin Panthers in 2014. Nearly 20 years of experience has made us one of Irelands leading clubs. Athletes and Coaches have represented Ireland in American Football and as the popularity of the sport grows, we continue to grow. We have expanded our membership to some of it’s highest levels and are one of the biggest clubs in Ireland.
Our Future
We are always seeking new members. Over half of our playing squad have 3 years or less experience. All of the athletes on our Youth team are new to the sport.
Our Future is you! Join up and be the difference.
Leadership
Our Management Team
Coach Steve Mack
Head Coach
In three years as Head Coach, Coach Mack has led the Panthers to the Playoffs twice and the clubs’ first Shamrock Bowl appearance
Brendan McAleese
President
A veteran of 33 years in Irish Football. A coach, a player, an administrator, a Coaching tutor, Brendan has done it all in Irish Football.
Robert McCann
General Manager
The beating heart of the Panthers. Rob ensures the club succeeds in all areas off the field so we can continue to succeed on it.
Coach Emma Burrows
Assistant Head Coach
A PhD in sporting performance, Coach B creates the culture of the Panthers, bringing her experience with Olympic Ireland and the FAI to the Panthers