Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29 18:47 | - | Bonagee United vs Derry City Reserves | 1-1 |
| 04/21 12:00 | - |
Cockhill Celtic FC vs Finn Harps II
|
2-0 |
| 04/17 18:15 | - |
Cockhill Celtic FC vs Derry City Reserves
|
4-0 |
| 04/10 17:52 | - | Derry City Reserves vs Fanad Utd | 0-0 |
| 01/27 14:01 | - |
Letterkenny Rovers vs Cockhill Celtic FC
|
2-2 |
| 01/20 14:30 | - | Fanad Utd vs Derry City Reserves | 1-2 |
| 10/21 14:00 | - | Fanad Utd vs Finn Harps Reserves | View |
| 10/14 13:00 | - |
Letterkenny Rovers vs Bonagee United
|
View |
| 10/01 19:00 | - | Bonagee United vs Derry City Reserves | 3-1 |
| 06/06 18:31 | - |
Cockhill Celtic FC vs Letterkenny Rovers
|
2-0 |
| 05/09 18:00 | - |
Letterkenny Rovers vs Derry City Reserves
|
2-2 |
| 05/02 18:15 | - |
Letterkenny Rovers vs Bonagee United
|
1-0 |
Wikipedia - Ulster Senior League (association football)
The Ulster Senior League was an association football league featuring amateur, intermediate, and League of Ireland reserve teams. Together with the Leinster Senior League Senior Division and the Munster Senior League Senior Premier Division, it formed the third level of the Republic of Ireland football league system. Ulster Senior League teams also competed in the FAI Cup and the FAI Intermediate Cup. The winners of the Ulster Senior League were also invited to play in the now defunct League of Ireland Cup. Despite using the Ulster name in its title, almost all of its clubs were based in County Donegal and the City of Derry. The most successful club in the league was Fanad United who won fourteen league titles and ten league cups. Since 2006 the USL had operated as a summer league with the season typically operating from April to October. In 2023, there were five teams competing in the league.
The League was dissolved in 2024, with the member clubs returning to junior football in Inishowen and Donegal leagues.
History
The Ulster Senior League was formed in 1986. The driving force behind the establishment of the league was Fr. Michael Sweeney, a pioneer of junior and intermediate association football in County Donegal. In addition to founding the USL, Sweeney had earlier been instrumental in both establishing the Donegal League and forming Fanad United. Fanad United were the inaugural USL champions in 1986–87 and they subsequently went on to become the league's most successful club, winning fourteen league titles and ten league cups. In more recent seasons, Cockhill Celtic have challenged Fanad United's dominance, winning their first title in 2010 and then nine consecutive titles between 2013 and 2022. The winners of the Ulster Senior League have regularly been invited to participate in the League of Ireland Cup. In 1987–88 Fanad United were semi-finalists. Cockhill Celtic, Culdaff and Swilly Rovers have all represented the USL in the League of Ireland Cup. Fanad United have also won the FAI Intermediate Cup twice while Letterkenny Rovers were finalists in 2015–16.
September 2020 saw the leagues most successful club, Fanad United, announce their withdrawal from the USL to join the Donegal Junior League
2021 saw Monaghan United F.C., a former League of Ireland club, join the Ulster Senior League, the first club from Counties Cavan or Monaghan to do so. They withdrew from the league after just one season.
The Republic of Ireland Ulster Senior League is a prestigious football tournament that showcases the best of amateur and semi-professional talent in the northern region of Ireland. Established to promote competitive football and foster local talent, the league features clubs from various counties, each vying for glory and the coveted title.
The tournament is characterized by its passionate fan base, vibrant community spirit, and a rich history that reflects the cultural heritage of the region. Matches are held in various local stadiums, creating an electric atmosphere as supporters rally behind their teams. The league not only emphasizes skill and sportsmanship on the pitch but also promotes camaraderie and community engagement off it.
Teams compete in a series of matches throughout the season, culminating in a thrilling playoff format that determines the league champion. The Ulster Senior League serves as a vital stepping stone for players aspiring to reach higher levels of competition, providing them with invaluable experience and exposure.
With its commitment to developing local talent and enhancing the footballing landscape in Ireland, the Republic of Ireland Ulster Senior League continues to be a cornerstone of the sport in the region, celebrating the passion and dedication of players, clubs, and fans alike.