What is the “Knees That Craic Over 40 Global Gaelic Cup” Tournament for Hurling and Gaelic Football?

Knees That Craic hosts an unforgettable tournament experience tailored for Masters Players over 40 years of age every St Brigid’s Weekend (Jan 30th, 2027 is the next one). Participants relive their glory days while competing in hurling and Gaelic football, all set in the exciting atmosphere of Las Vegas. Our annual event attracts over 500 players from around the globe, fostering camaraderie and competition. Proceeds are donated to support and help start North American Collegiate Hurling and Gaelic Football programs; ensuring the growth of Gaelic sports in North America. Instead of gifting more stuff this holiday season give the gift of memories and sign up for an unforgettable experience that offers activities for friends and families.

Join us for a fun-filled weekend of athleticism and friendship St Brigid’s weekend, Jan 30th, 2027. We will be updating discounted activities as we get closer to the event but in the meantime visit https://www.visitlasvegas.com

Where do we stay? At the host hotel silly…Cause you kind of have to

The Organizers have secured a room block at The Linq Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. We ask players and families to stay at the hotel so we can keep rooms discounted. For the week we have secured a block of discounted rooms, please standby for the cost and link to register. Registration and jersey pickup is at the hotel, organizers are there, safety is there, hugs are there….

NOW INTRODUCING a new bracket for our more beat up crowd...
“No Contact 55 and over bracket”

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PLAY IN THIS BRACKET JUST BECAUSE YOU ARE OVER 55. THIS IS AN OPTION FOR PLAYERS WHOSE BODIES MAY NEED A HUG INSTEAD OF A SHOULDER ON THE PITCH.

Standard “non-contact” rules apply, emphasizing sportsmanship and preventing physical contact. This means no physical contact is allowed, and penalties may be called for intent for physical contact. Great way to get your parents on the pitch so you can support each other. This holiday season give the gift of memories instead of “stuff.” Bring the whole family out!
If you are over 55 you DO NOT have to sign up for this non contact bracket. Some of you lucky ones have your original hips and knees and we encourage you to play with our traditional Over 40 format. This is for the athlete that may have put some orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists kids through college.

What is the cut off?

All participants must be born before January 1, 1988 for the over 40 bracket and 1973 for over 55 bracket

Where are the matches being played?

All matches are played at the following location: Heritage Park, 350 S Racetrack RD, Henderson, NV 89015, USA

Who is it for or who can come?

Any person born before Jan. 1, 1988 can play in the over 40 bracket and for the over 55 no contact bracket born before Jan 1 1973. If you have a group you would like to be placed with as a team please come up with a name so we can coordinate that. If you are registering as an individual let us know your region and we can place you with people from nearby. If there is a small group of you and not a full team we can place you with others in a similar situation. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE CURRENTLY REGISTERED WITH THE ANY ORGANIZATION TO PLAY. ANY OTHER ORGANIZATIONS INSURANCE DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS TOURNAMENT.

Players need to confirm participation and register between July 1st- Nov 29th, 2026. REGISTRATION is open and cut off date is Nov 29TH, 2026. This is a fundraiser tournament. Your registration helps pay for fields, medics, insurance, refs and everything they need, equipment and all the things that it takes to run a tourney. A NICE SURPRISE THIS YEAR…. we are streaming multiple fields live and bringing in more photography

What is it for?

Craic, enjoyment, activity, a bit of fun and socialising while raising funds for causes throughout our Gaelic community.

Spectators, fans and families are welcomed. Dogs have to stay in the picnic area. This is a private event and any behavior that does not line up with our code of conduct will be asked to leave.

What are the rules?

All individuals taking part, do so at their own risk. Personal private sport insurance is advised. The organizers of the tourney accept no responsibility for any injuries, accident or incidents that may occur while in Vegas.

For more detailed rules on coed Gaelic Football

What are the team requirements?

• Teams to be 11 a side for hurling and 11 a side for Football for the Over 40 and 13 a side for the Over 55 non contact
• Teams to be made up of players born before Jan 1, 1988 for the Over 40 and for the over 55 no contact they must be born before Jan 1, 1973.
• Teams are anyone who signed up and we do not separate based on Gender
• You cannot sign up for Football and Hurling. You have to choose. You are too old to do both. Channel your inner Meryl Streep in Sophies Choice. We don’t care that you workout and just turned 40, you are too old to play that many games in one day.
• The standard Over 40 bracket Games will be modified rules to accommodate our aged bodies. “minimal contact while making a reasonable effort to play the ball.” We all have to go to work the following week and need our body parts.
• You cannot score directly from a puck out.
• No wheelchairs on the field
• No player shall say that they could play more games at end of day. Our goal is to not make Kim cry this year.

How are matches played?

• Games will be 20 minute halves and 11 a side for the Over 40 and 13 a side for the Non contact Over 55
• Unlimited substitutions. Substitutes not to enter pitch until player they are replacing has left the pitch and on Dead-Ball. Must be signaled onto the field be referee
• If a player is disrespecting a ref or organiser they will be asked to leave the tourney. If anyone says offensive words or phrases you will be asked to leave. If you won’t say it to your grandma don’t say it here. If its behavior you know will upset Kim you should expect to be asked to leave.
• All teams to leave a tidy pitch/side line, clean as you go.

What is the pitch layout?

120 yards x 75ish yards

Can I have information on team info pages?

Teams will be finalized Dec 1st, 2026 after we have received individual registration, payment and requests for placements. We will post regularly on our social media pages and our website.

Who will be refereeing?

Very lovely trained people will be reffing games. They all volunteer to do this so be kind to them. They are tired and old and have unlimited amount of red cards in their pockets.

Do I need to bring my own sliotars and footballs?

Size 5 to be used for the games. We have a dozen sliotars for each team and if you loose them it is your responsibility to provide more. Six footballs will be at each field and if they go missing teams will be expected to replace them.

Notes about safety:

• Helmets must be worn at all times while playing hurling
• Mouth guards must be worn for football
• Anyone playing dirty has to sit in the Kim Bin for a timeout and Kim will give you disappointed looks, head shakes, and you have to listen to Kim tell you all about the effort and time it took to put together the tournament and she may make you buy another raffle ticket.
• All participants taking part, do so at their own risk. The organisers cannot be held responsible for any accidents, incidents, injuries or occurrences.
• First Aid – We the organizers, will have first aid medics and an ambulance on site.
• It is our responsibility as the organizers for the event to protect the safety and well being of all participants. Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated whether by players, guests, staff, or other participants. If anyone engages in unacceptable behavior, the organizers may take any action it deems appropriate including reporting it to any authorities to further handle the matter, or barring the offending party from any or all activities without a refund. If a player or other participants behavior at any point poses a threat to the safety of staff or other players, service can be refused.