The Most Successful GAA Club in Ireland, Ranked

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Updated on May 7, 2024 06:58

Assessing the success of GAA clubs in Ireland offers a unique insight into the cultural and sporting heartbeats of communities. Clubs compete with passion, fostering local talent and bringing people together under the shared banner of Gaelic games. Evaluating which club stands out in terms of success helps celebrate their achievements and showcases the storied histories and contributions of these clubs to Irish sport. Here, fans and enthusiasts can participate by voting for the club they believe truly excels, whether through championships won, contributions to player development, or community impact. This interactive process not only stimulates engagement but also provides a crowd-sourced perspective on which club really resonates with people's hearts and minds, offering a live and dynamic reflection of popular opinion.

What Is the Most Successful GAA Club in Ireland?

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Crossmaglen Rangers (Armagh)

45 county titles, 11 Ulster titles, and 7 All-Ireland club titles.
Crossmaglen Rangers is a Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club based in Crossmaglen, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. It is widely regarded as one of the most successful GAA clubs in Ireland, particularly in Gaelic football.

Number of All-Ireland Club Championships: 6

Number of Ulster Club Senior Football Championships: 47

Number of Armagh Senior Football Championships: 46

Number of consecutive Armagh Senior Football Championships (1996-2008): 13

Number of consecutive Ulster Club Senior Football Championships (1996-2000): 5
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Nemo Rangers (Cork)

Nemo Rangers GAA Club

20 county titles, 7 Munster titles, and 7 All-Ireland club titles.
Nemo Rangers is a Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club based in Cork, Ireland. It is widely regarded as one of the most successful and dominant club teams in the history of Gaelic football.

Location: Cork, Ireland

Founded: 1922

Club Colors: Green and white

Home Ground: Trabeg Sports Grounds

Province: Munster
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Corofin (Galway)

13 county titles, 7 Connacht titles, and 3 All-Ireland club titles.
Corofin is a highly successful Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club based in the town of Corofin, County Galway, Ireland. The club has achieved remarkable success in both football and hurling, making it one of the most prominent GAA clubs in Ireland.

Location: Corofin, County Galway, Ireland

Sport: Gaelic football and hurling

Achievements: 24 Galway Senior Football Championship titles

National titles: 6 All-Ireland Senior Club Football titles

Provincial titles: 9 Connacht Senior Club Football titles
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St. Vincent's (Dublin)

28 county titles, 8 Leinster titles, and 7 All-Ireland club titles.
St. Vincent's (Dublin) is a highly successful Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club based in Marino, Dublin, Ireland. It was founded in 1931 and has consistently been one of the most successful clubs in the history of the GAA.

Location: Marino, Dublin

Founding Year: 1931

Sport: Gaelic Football, Hurling, Camogie

Playing Facility: Pairc Naomh Uinsionn (PNU)

Number of All-Ireland Titles (Football): 7
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Portumna (Galway)

7 county titles, 4 Connacht titles, and 4 All-Ireland club titles.
Portumna (Galway) is a highly successful Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club located in the town of Portumna in County Galway, Ireland. The club is widely recognized as one of the most successful GAA clubs in Ireland, particularly for its achievements in hurling.

Number of All-Ireland Club Hurling titles: 4

Number of Galway Senior Hurling Championship titles: 10

Irish name: Port Omna

Colours: Blue and White

Club grounds: Rusheen
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Ballyhale Shamrocks (Kilkenny)

17 county titles, 7 Leinster titles, and 7 All-Ireland club titles.
The Ballyhale Shamrocks is a Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club based in Ballyhale, County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is widely regarded as one of the most successful GAA clubs in Ireland, particularly in the sport of hurling.

Founded: 1972

County Hurling Titles: 17

All-Ireland Senior Club Hurling Titles: 6

Leinster Senior Club Hurling Titles: 7

Kilkenny Senior Hurling Titles: 21
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St. Finbarr's (Cork)

31 county titles, 5 Munster titles, and 3 All-Ireland club titles.
St. Finbarr's (Cork) is a Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club located in Togher, Cork, Ireland. It is one of the most successful clubs in Irish GAA history.

Founded: 1886

County: Cork

Province: Munster

Colors: Green and white

Grounds: Togher GAA grounds
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Erin's Own (Cork)

Erin's Own GAA Club

9 county titles, 3 Munster titles, and 3 All-Ireland club titles.
Erin's Own is a Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club based in Cork, Ireland. It has a rich tradition and is widely regarded as one of the most successful clubs in Cork and indeed in Ireland.

Location: Cork, Ireland

Sport: Gaelic games

Club Colors: Green and white

Founded: 1888

County Titles: Multiple Cork County Senior Hurling Championships
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Ballyboden St. Enda's (Dublin)

Ballyboden St. Enda's GAA Club

8 county titles, 4 Leinster titles, and 2 All-Ireland club titles.
Ballyboden St. Enda's is a Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club based in Ballyboden, Dublin, Ireland. The club was founded in 1969 and has since become one of the most successful GAA clubs in Ireland. Ballyboden St. Enda's has a strong tradition of promoting Gaelic games and fostering a sense of community within the club and the local area.

Founding Year: 1969

Location: Ballyboden, Dublin, Ireland

GAA Association: Ballyboden St. Enda's GAA

Success: One of the most successful GAA clubs in Ireland

Community Focus: Fostering a sense of community
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Slaughtneil (Derry)

7 county titles, 4 Ulster titles, and 2 All-Ireland club titles.
Slaughtneil GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) club is a highly successful sports club located in the village of Slaughtneil, County Derry, Ireland. The club has achieved remarkable success across various disciplines within the GAA, particularly in camogie, hurling, and football.

County: Derry

Location: Slaughtneil

Sports: Camogie, Hurling, Football

GAA Discipline: Association Football

Success: Highly successful

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Ranking factors for successful club

Provincial Championship titles

Winning the provincial championship means that the club is the best team in its province and has advanced to the All-Ireland Club Championship. The number of provincial titles won by a club should be taken into account.
Other achievements

It is also worth considering other achievements such as league titles, regional and local titles, and any significant milestones in the club's history.
Consistency

A successful club should have a history of performing well consistently over a period of years, rather than just having a few exceptional seasons.
Contribution to the community

Clubs that have contributed significantly to the development of the GAA and to the local community should also be recognized and appreciated.

About this ranking

This is a community-based ranking of the most successful GAA club in Ireland. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or club is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

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More information on most successful gaa club in ireland

The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) is a popular organization in Ireland that promotes and preserves traditional Irish sports such as hurling and Gaelic football. GAA clubs are an integral part of the Irish community, with thousands of members and supporters across the country. When it comes to determining the most successful GAA club in Ireland, there are many factors to consider. These include the number of championships won, the club's overall history and legacy, and the level of community involvement and support. Over the years, several GAA clubs have emerged as powerhouses in the sport, including the likes of Ballyhale Shamrocks, Crossmaglen Rangers, and Nemo Rangers. These clubs have a rich history of success, with numerous titles and accolades to their name. Ultimately, the most successful GAA club in Ireland is a matter of opinion, with many different factors coming into play. However, one thing is for certain - GAA clubs are an important part of Irish culture and identity, and their legacy and influence will continue to be felt for generations to come.