What is SCÓR?

Scór is a GAA competition that combines all the colour and rivalry of Gaelic Games with the social/fun element of Ireland’s traditional past-times. The competition was established by the GAA in 1969 with the aim of promoting Ireland’s traditional pastimes and culture while offering club members the chance to meet up, have fun and represent their club during the winter months while Football and Hurling had ceased.

What Is The MIssion of SCÓR?

Scór seeks to advance the aspiration of the GAA to actively support the Irish language, traditional Irish dancing, music, song, and other aspects of Irish culture, through a range of competitions at youth and adult levels, designed to encourage participation, enjoyment, inclusivity and excellence. It shall foster an awareness and love of the national ideals and assist in promoting a community spirit through its clubs at home and abroad.

What does SCÓR competition comprise?

There are eight events/disciplines in Scór that cover all aspects of Irish culture:

• Rince Foirne – Figure or Ceilí Dancing
• Amhránaíocht Aonair – Solo Singing
• Aithriseoireacht/scéalaíocht – Recitation/Storytelling
• Bailéad Ghrúpa – Ballad Group
• Léiriú stáitse – Stage Presentation
• Ceol Uirlise – Instrumental Music
• Rince seit – Set Dancing
• Tráth na gCeist – Table Quiz