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Ard Comhairle

The Ard Comhairle (Central Council) is the national governing committee for GAA Handball, responsible for the promotion, rules, and development of the sport. It acts as the main decision-making body, overseeing the four handball codes - 4-Wall, Wallball, 60x30 [Softball & Hardball].  

Key Aspects of Ard Comhairle: 

Governance: The Ard Comhairle ensures that the GAA and Sport Ireland governance standards are met, particularly regarding child safeguarding. 

Competition Regulations: The Ard Comhairle oversees regulations for National competitions in all four codes. 

Strategic Planning: The Ard Comhairle works to deliver the National Strategic Plan for GAA Handball, including promotion and development. 

Rules: It sets and reviews the official rules of the games. 

Structure: 

The Ard Comhairle shall consist of the following: 

  • President
  • Head of Handball 
  • President-elect (if in office) 
  • The immediate past President for the year following their term as President 
  • Chairperson of each Provincial Council 
  • A Representative of GAA Management 
  • Chairperson of the Finance Committee 
  • Chairperson of the Ladies’ Committee 
  • Chairperson of Coaching & Development Committee
  • 2 non-GAA Handball Representatives