Bohemians FC Waterford
Bohemians FC Waterford connects a 1941 foundation with Ben Wadding Park, academy football, girls’ and boys’ pathways, adult teams and Football For All.
Bohemians FC Waterford identity
Bohemians FC Waterford was formed in March 1941 and is based at Ben Wadding Park in Poleberry. The Waterford club shares its name with other Bohemians teams but has its own local history, honours and community pathway.
The programme includes academy football, schoolboy and schoolgirl teams, adult football and Football For All. Players can enter at a young age and continue through several routes as their interests develop.
Ben Wadding Park in Poleberry
Ben Wadding Park is the club’s home in Waterford, X91 W288. It provides a clear base for academy, youth and adult football, although the exact pitch and session time should be confirmed with the team contact before travelling.
Families should ask about parking, changing arrangements, arrival time and the named pitch for a first visit.
Academy for ages 4 to 10
The academy welcomes boys and girls aged four to ten. Early sessions can focus on enjoyment, movement, dribbling, passing and shooting, giving children a friendly start before they move into regular school age teams.
Ask which group suits the player’s age, when the next session takes place and how registration works. A short first visit helps the child learn the routine before joining regularly.
Youth, adult and Football For All pathways
Schoolboy football runs from under 9 to under 16, alongside girls’ and women’s teams and junior league football. Football For All provides a route for players over 16 who want an inclusive football setting.
The right programme depends on age, experience and the player’s goals. Include those details in the first enquiry so the club can explain current groups and availability.
FAI Junior Cup and Munster honours
Bohemians FC Waterford won the Munster Junior Cup in 1947 and 1980 and lifted the FAI Junior Cup in 1996. Earlier FAI Junior Cup final appearances came in 1952, 1956 and 1989.
Those honours connect present players with generations of Waterford football. The cup history also shows the club’s ability to compete beyond its immediate neighbourhood.
| Founded | 1941. |
|---|---|
| Munster Junior Cup | Winners in 1947 and 1980. |
| FAI Junior Cup | Winner in 1996; final appearances in 1952, 1956 and 1989. |
Girls’ cup success in 2023
The club’s 2023 season included the under 16 SFAI Girls Cup, under 19 Munster Girls Cup and under 17 FAI Girls Cup. Players also moved between under 17 and under 19 football, helping them continue their development as they grew.
That success gives younger girls a visible route through the club and shows the value of keeping age groups connected. A strong pathway can support playing, coaching and volunteering as well as competition.
Coaches, safeguarding and volunteering
Prospective coaches can ask the committee about vetting, safeguarding and FAI Comet requirements. Team mentors, referees, committee members and parents all help the weekly programme run smoothly.
Anyone working with children should complete the checks and training required for the role. Parents should keep the current team contact for changes to venues and session times.
First visit guide
For a first enquiry, send the player’s age, football experience and the programme of interest. Ask about academy, schoolboy, schoolgirl, women’s, junior or Football For All sessions, along with registration, kit and the correct arrival point.
General enquiries can be directed to bohemiansfcwaterford@gmail.com or 086 380 0377 between 10am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
| Club | Bohemians FC Waterford. |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1941. |
| Home | Ben Wadding Park, Poleberry, Waterford, X91 W288. |
| Pathway | Academy ages 4 to 10, schoolboy, schoolgirl, adult and Football For All football. |
| Honours | FAI Junior Cup 1996; Munster Junior Cup 1947 and 1980. |
| Girls’ milestone | Three cup wins in 2023. |
| Contact | bohemiansfcwaterford@gmail.com; 086 380 0377. |