Meath GAA Strategic Review; 2012 (pdf) - Croke Park

Games Development
Aim: To increase the numbers playing our games and provide our players
with the best possible playing experience.
There is a long and proud tradition of playing Gaelic Games in Meath. However,
we face increasing competition from other sports, from lifestyle and from
changing demographics and we must continue to change and adapt to meet
those challenges. How we continue to develop our games is the key component
to the success of the GAA in the county. We must strive to ensure that every
player in the county has the opportunity to play meaningful games in an informal,
safe and enjoyable environment. We must aim for all players to be coached by a
qualified coach and for our clubs and schools to continue to be centres of GAA
activity.
Key Projects:
Go Games and Super-Touch
We will expand the games opportunities for child and youth players using the Go Games and Super-
Touch games formats. We will aim for all child players to participate in regular Go Games blitzes and
we will expand the rollout of the super-touch blitz program across the county.
Annual County Games Plan
In accordance with national policy, we will produce an annual Games Development Plan linked to
National Games Development Grassroots to National Programme (GNP) objectives. This will be
submitted to the Provincial Games Manager and to Croke Park.
Club School Link
We will ensure that each club has a link established with each school in their locality in order to
promote the club in the school and promote the development of our games.
Code of Best Practice
We will roll out the GAA’s Code of Best Practice for Youth Sport, incorporating a code of conduct that
shows respect for fellow players, mentors and match officials. Best practice will also be developed in
the recruitment and selection of those working with our underage players. This will comply with the
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