Matt Kelly Appointed Raiders Domino’s Women’s Division 1 Team Head Coach

Dublin Raiders Basketball Club are delighted to announce the appointment of Matt Kelly as Head Coach of our Domino’s Women’s Division 1 Team.

Matt brings a wealth of experience to the role, both as a player and a coach. As a player, he represented Ireland at U18 and U20 levels and was a member of the Senior Men’s National Team, earning a bronze medal at the FIBA Small Countries Tournament in San Marino in 2018. Domestically, Matt played 15 seasons in the Super League with UCD Marian and served as Co-Captain and Sports Scholar on UCDs Intervarsity Championship-winning teams.

On the sidelines, Matt has built an impressive coaching résumé. He has worked with clubs and schools including UCD Marian Division 1 Men, UCD College Basketball, St. Andrew’s College and Meteors Basketball Club.

We are excited to welcome Matt to Raiders and look forward to the experience, leadership, and passion he will bring to our Women’s Division 1 program.

Upon the appointment Raiders founder and Club Chairman Ed Randolph said “We are thrilled to welcome Matt Kelly as Head Coach of our Women’s National League Team. His proven track record of building strong, cohesive units coupled with his passion for player development perfectly aligns with our vision. We believe he’s the right leader to guide this team forward in this the next chapter of the Raiders development.”

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About Dublin Raiders

Dublin Raiders Basketball was established in 1989 by renowned American basketball player Ed Randolph.  Over the years, Dublin Raiders has grown and now provides basketball activities from the age 6 upwards. The club has an academy for younger players, underage teams for both boys and girls, as well as senior men and women teams. 

Dublin Raiders Basketball Club is committed to building a strong, inclusive community through basketball.

We provide quality coaching and competitive opportunities for all ages, while promoting values of respect, discipline, and commitment.

Our goal is to inspire healthy, active lifestyles and help players grow both on and off the court.

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Dublin Raiders Basketball Ireland Bronze Award

The Bronze Award is awarded to basketball clubs that have achieved the required levels in relation to good governance and best practice. Dublin Raiders Basketball Club were delighted to receive this award on July 30th 2021 as it recognises the excellent work undertaken by the Club’s Executive Committee in relation to the overall management and welfare of all our members.

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Dublin Raiders are proud to have signed up and committed to the Sport Inclusion Disability Charter.

It is the mission of Dublin Raiders Basketball Club’s Inclusion Policy to support players with a physical, sensory or learning disability to achieve their potential through the game of basketball in a safe and inclusive manner. We are committed to welcoming and including people with disabilities into our Club in both playing and non-playing roles, to the greatest extent we can.

Raiders School Partners

Dublin Raiders are delighted to have an excellent working relationship with Presentation College Bray, St Josephs of Cluny Killiney, St. Laurence’s Loughlinstown & Rathdown School, who allow us the use of their sports facilities. Dublin Raiders Basketball was established in 1989 by renowned American basketball player Ed Randolph.  Over the years, Dublin Raiders has grown and now provides basketball activities from the age 6 upwards. The club has an academy for younger players, underage teams for both boys and girls, as well as senior men and women teams.

Dublin Raiders Basketball Club Are Affiliates of:

  • Basketball Ireland

  • Dublin Ladies' Basketball Board

  • Dublin Men's Basketball Board

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I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.

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