History
Set-up in 1969, the club took to the field and contested in competition - narrowly missing out on silverware in its first year. In 1970 however, the club took home the championship trophy. As a result of this win Young Ireland were rewarded with the chance to represent the New South Wales G.A.A in the Australian inter-state competition. The club recorded a 6 point win against another Young Ireland of Melbourne in Wagga Wagga.
In 1989, Young Ireland became the first Gaelic football team to have a sponsor's name on its jerseys, when Mike Hughes Finance became sponsors.
In 1990, the club was invited to take part in an exhibition game against Wolfetones of Melbourne as the curtain-raiser to the Ireland v's Australia International Rules match.
The New South Wales Gaelic Athletic Association has named its three main trophy's in honour of deceased club members. Namely: Seamus Dowling (Championship), Tom Kearney (League) and James McGirr (Inter Provincial).
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