13. It has taken the players quite a while to adjust to senior level. Verdict: Coaches Noel Murray and Adam Lewis report that the early season form was good but that the panel struggled during the friendly season. Identical twins Brian and Karl Gill could spearhead a Kilkenny victory. Prospects: Early promise gave way to mediocrity, not helped by injuries to six players. Cistercian College Roscrea v Catholic University School, Lakelands Park, Friday (February 3), KO 2.30. After Leinster Nomads, Bohemians and Shelbourne, Olympia became the fourth team to win the Leinster Senior Cup. Attendances are high for a schoolboy competition, with up to 25,000 present at the final. The other plum tie comes in the shape of Terenure versus Clongowes Wood next Wednesday. The draw is favourable. Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 first round; 1998 first round; 1997 first round; 1996 first round. Energetic hooker Finn Brien and Ireland U19s second-row Billy Corrigan lead the pack. The first round of the Senior Cup will begin on Sunday, 29 January. Prospects: Templeogue have a penchant for edging towards the latter stages of the cup. Verdict: A strong nucleus from last year's team, they will be expected to account for St Andrew's first time out, but would then enjoy the dubious pleasure of encountering Blackrock College. Coaches: B O'Hagan, W Robertson, B O'Keeffe. Prospects: A thankless task in facing Terenure. Prop Billy Bohan, hooker Mark Masterson and flanker Ronan McGroary have played their part in the Leinster Schools. Impressive friendly record and two Leinster schools players in Simon Keogh and Gerry Cleary. Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 quarter-final; 1998 first round; 1997 semi-final; 1996 second round. Week 14 and Greystones are out to remain unbeaten this season, the promotion race remains as competitive as ever numerous teams can still finish in those coveted places. Verdict: "It'll be a very tough match against Roscrea, toss of a coin really, as both schools will fancy their chances. 8 1. Last five years: 2000 semi-final (Section A); 1999 semi-final (Section A); 1998 first round; 1997 semi-final (Section A); 1996 semi-final (Section A). In September 1967, the then Minister for Education Donogh O'Malley introduced free secondary school education. Players from last year: Kevin O'Keeffe (hooker, capt), Ray Lyons (second row), Michael Hornett (second row), Gordon Fallon (prop), Dan Kiely (flanker), Stephen Flynn (flanker), David Flynn (number eight), Alan Toner (out-half), Conor Moynihan (fullback), Ross Spillane (centre). Wesley College the second most with four wins. BLACKROCK COLLEGE St Michael's set up the mouth-watering prospect of a Leinster Schools Senior Cup semi-final against Blackrock. Prospects: Section A winners Mount Temple will relish the opportunity of taking on one of the weaker B sides in CBC Monkstown. BELVEDERE COLLEGE Captain Stephen Smyth is transitioning from the back row to hooker in a pack where loose-head Toyin Smith and flanker Paddy Bramley sets a physical tone. [8] The competition was played yearly until the Covid-19 pandemic halted sporting contests in 2020 in Ireland. Cian ODonnell, Cuan Hussey, Daniel Buckley, Danny Killeen, David McGovern, Eoghan OHanlon, Joshua Breslin, Liam Guckian, Louis Cahill, Luan Moloney, Luke Power, Mathew Shaw, Milo Quinn, Nathan Ocampo, Odhran Buckley, Riley Scales, Ronan Mahon, Rory Balmaine, Thomas Chadwick, Yuhang Tong. Last five years: 2000 semi-finals; 1999 first round; 1998 second round; 1997 second round; 1996 second round. [1], Blackrock College are the most successful school in the cup's history, having won 70 times, an accumulative total larger than all other teams combined.[2]. There are six rounds left of regular 1B action. Ireland half-back Tom Murtagh is a clever playmaker close to the action and centre Harry Roche-Nagle brings an edge to the three-quarters. Thats plenty of time for many more twists and turns something we associate with this division, given its hyper competitive nature. Outstanding victory in the St Joseph's tournament and a large smattering of interprovincial players. Andrew Sparrow takes responsibility for the armband as the kind of imposing player others are only too glad to follow. It is at the Leinster U18s Schools level that the bulk of their players have excelled, backs Andy Cosgrave, brother to Leinsters Chris, James Sherwin and Paddy Wood showing promise. Both games were very close and entertaining, a credit to both teams. Terenure have shown enough form over the course of the season to mark them out as dark horses. Head coach Marc Adam will look to his captain Lucas Maguire, a Leinster Schools Interpro, and his younger brother Ruben on the openside. Last three years: 2000 first round; 1999 second round; 1998 quarter-finals. Should not expend too much energy in reaching the penultimate stage. Players from last year: J Canavan, B Carson, A Cloonan, G Doyle, T Fahy, M Hayes, J Hedigan, R Leyden, H Lord, B McArdle, B McGarrity, B McLoughlin, Gary Murphy, Gavin Murphy, B O'Brien, D O'Brien, E O'Griofa, E O'Meara, D O'Reilly, K Smith, T Whelan, J Wickham, G Woodcock. Newbridge College v Kilkenny College, Energia Park, Tuesday KO 3.00. S t Mary's certainly didn't come to play second fiddle and they started . Verdict: Definitely the fixture that no one wanted. CBC has gained success in winning the Vinnie Murray Cup on four occasions, most recently in 2019. New York State's law on charter schools changed in important ways in April 2014 and May 2010. Driven by a core group of 6th years, the squad is led by their captain Tom Chadwick, a true leader, and vice-captain in scrum-half Eoghan OHanlon. 2020), Belvedere (2005), Terenure (1958) and Castleknock College (1920). CAPTAIN Thomas Chadwick. To date, only six schools have achieved the Senior and Junior Cup "double". Railway Union have ended Blackrocks unbeaten streak which stretches back to the September, Round 2 of the Womens Energia Cup throws up some entertaining ties with a repeat of the league, In the opening round of the Energia Cup, Blackrock continued their unbeaten streak, Railway Union, Round 1 of the Energia Cup Series kicks off this week, as teams look to start on a positive note, Blackrock College have been crowned Energia AIL Division Champions, after a strong second half, Following the conclusion of the Celtic Challenge tournament, Greg McWlliams has named a 32-player. COACHES Declan Fassbender (head coach), Martin Fenlon, Tom McKeown, James Kenny, Tom Barry, Brian Barron, Harry Colbert, Jack Connelly, Paul Kieran (Manager). (55) Fixture List - Schools Vinnie Murray Cup, (52) Fixture List - Schools Fr Godfrey Cup, Bective FC are Seeking a Head Coach for their U20s Side, Blackrock and St Michaels advance to Junior Cup semi-finals, Schools Senior Cup Semi-Final Details Announced, 12 Leinster Rugby players selected in Irish womens Six Nations squad, Job Opportunities: Provincial Talent Coach and Pathway Athletic Development Coach, Womens National Talent Squad, Leinster Rugby are inviting applications for the position of Head of Commercial and Marketing. - Clive Byrne (manager). Description. Verdict: "We're very hopeful. Leinster Schools league Rugby Times. Players from last year: Conor Hegarty (out-half, capt), Michael Costyan (number eight), Johnny O'Toole (scrum-half), Simon Hunt (wing). The Leinster Senior Cup was most prominent, however, with coverage from every game played at Donnybrook and every round of the competition. Players from last year: Simon Keogh (scrum-half, capt), Gerry Cleary (prop), Fiachra Baynes (wing), John Byrne (flanker). Second-row Wali Khwaji returns to take on the responsibility of calling the lineout with Conor Boyle adding to the ballast in the back row. Coaches: Mick Quinn, Jimmy Bruen, Colin Townsend. Potential champions. Leinster Senior Cup. A mediocre pre-season may culminate in their dismissal by Clongowes, whom they meet in the second round. Tournament records Wins: St. Pat's 8 time (s) 15.75 m. Total market value. First held in 1887, the competition celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2007. Verdict: "While our friendly fixture results have been encouraging, these count for nothing on cup day. Last five years: 2000 quarter-final; 1999 semi-final; 1998 semi-final; 1997 second round; 1996 second round. Four captains have gained the distinction of lifting the cup twice, Larry McMahon (Blackrock College, 1929 and 1930), Garret Gill (Blackrock College,[3] 1962 and 1963), Jonny Mion (Blackrock College) in 1989 and 1990, Barry Gibney (Blackrock College) in 1995 and 1996. Mary's shock defeat to Kilkenny last season will make them wary this time around. Players from last year: J Challenor, P Daly, P Duffy, J Louth, C Manning, C Mescall, K O'Neill, J Reid, G Ryan, S Crawford, K Collins, S Avakov. They are unlucky to have drawn St Michael's, one of the pre-tournament favourites, and will simply look to acquit themselves well in defeat. [citation needed], The 2020 season could not be completed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and as a result the title was deemed shared for the first time by Clongowes Wood College and Newbridge College. Terenure College v Clonglowes Wood College, Energia Park, Wednesday (February 1) KO 3.00. have also been finalists.[5]. Schools in the league often provide the biggest form of competition to the big six in the Leinster schools senior cup. St Andrews should be brimming with confidence from an impressive passage through the Vinnie Murray Cup, taking care of St Gerard (22-12), St Columbas (42-0) and Temple Carrig (20-13) in the semi-final. [1] After the inaugural win by Nomads, Bohemians and Shelbourne monopolised the cup for the next twenty-four years. Prospects: Had to withdraw from the senior league because of injuries, a problem that has deprived them of key players. In September 2013, Beauchamps Solicitors became the title sponsor for the Leinster Schools Senior Cup. [5] KILKENNY COLLEGE There is a quality quartet of Leinster U18 squad members in vice-captain Evan Moynihan, David Leane, Zach Hopkins and Aaron OBrien. Blackrock College are back on top of 2A after a dominant display over Barnhall that sees them drop to fourth, UL move off the bottom while Nenagh kept their promotion dreams alive. Prospects: Castleknock have lost more finals than any other school but that statistic will not be altered by this year's team. The Offaly school have enough Interprovincial players back from a galling first-round loss to Wesley last year to drive them. In 2008, the final was played at the Royal Dublin Society Grounds (RDS) after Donnybrook proved to be too small for the 2007 final, (Lansdowne Road was closed for redevelopment) and has been the home since. The point values of scores in rugby union have changed many times in its history. Clontarf and Terenure remain focused on the other at the top, Shannon and UCD picked up big wins as Garryowen have been relegated from 1A. To date, only one of these non-fee paying schools has managed to win the Senior Cup. CAPTAIN Josh Perrem. There is an even spread of experience as four backs and four forwards return from last years squad. HPD's Senior Affordable Rental Apartments (SARA) Program provides gap financing in the form of low interest loans to support the construction and renovation of affordable housing for seniors, 62+ years in age, with low incomes. Following the introduction of the League of Ireland in 192122, League of Ireland clubs have dominated the competition. We have a very talented, promising side. Energia Park (Donnybrook Stadium) 4 Donnybrook Rd, Dublin 4, Co. Dublin, D04 W6R9, Ireland Leinster. There are plenty of options for the cerebral playmaker with fellow international Finn Treacy a focal point of the attack. SQUAD Adam Bolton, Adam Fitzsimons Nolan, Ben Sharpe, Cal Traynor-Russell, Charlie Blackmore, Charlie Cave, Charlie Flusk, Charlie Meagher, Christopher OToole. Verdict: "We are building a new side this year and they are coming nicely together. The Charter Center created a black-lined version of the Act that visually emphasizes the new provisions in a more legible format. Corrig School moved premises to Monkstown Park in 1950 and was renamed C.B.C. Attendances are high for a schoolboy competition, with up to 25,000 present at the final. CAPTAIN Richard Whelan, Last five years: 2000 quarter-finals; 1999 second round; 1998 second round; 1997 first round; 1996 first round. Wesley College is again looking to punch above its weight with a young team eager to impress. Players from last year: Ross Wynne (centre, capt), Jonathan Fennell (centre), Dan Downey (out-half), Ross McNally (hooker), Jamie Collins (flanker), Justin O'Malley (second row). Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 final; 1998 semi-final; 1997 quarter-final; 1996 first round. Players from last year: Robert Henson (hooker, capt), Daragh Hughes (full-back), Colm McWeeney (centre), Donal Campion (wing), Paul Madden (scrum-half), Gavin Hickie (prop), Colm O'Sullivan (prop), Patrick Norton (second row), Robert Ryan (flanker). SQUAD Adam Larkin Smithers, Andrew Carroll, Billy Bohan, Calum Murphy, Christopher Jennings, Ciaran Mangan, Conor Manifold, Daniel Connolly, Dara Cosgrave, Hugo Owens, Jack Dennis, John R Walsh, John Sheedy, Joshua Montgomery, Mark Masterson, Max Wilson, Paddy Martin, Paddy Taylor, Patrick Forde, Ronan McGroary, Rory Allen, Ruair Byrne, Ruair Munnelly, Sam Berney Treacy, Shane Davitt, Shane Treacy, Tadgh Brophy, Tadhg Kelly, Todd Lawlor, Ben OConnor, Billy Cross, Charlie OLoughlin, Conor Hanly, Daniel Cox, Sam OLoughlin. Leinster Schools squad member Luke McLaughlin, at hooker, and the ever-present second-row pairing of Jamie Kennedy and Tom Wyley make Zaga formidable up front. COACHES Ben Ryan; Ciaran O Donoghue, Kevin Croke, Nick Owens. Last five years: 2000 beaten finalists; 1999 first round; 1998 beaten finalists; 1997 winners; 1996 semi-final. SQUAD Alex Tilly, Ben Egenton, Ben Elliot, Ben Foley, Billy Dowling, Cathal OBrien, Charlie Ward, Colm Barrett, Conan Lennon, Conor Boyle, Daniel Ruane, Daragh Enright, David OCallaghan, Eamon Shanahan, Emmet Brady, Hugh OShaughnessy, Jack ONeill, John Cadogan, Johnny Callahan, Luke Donohue, Masimo Papallardo, Max Kennedy, Max Lavelle, Max McKenna, Odhran Malone, Paraic Gildea, Peter McEntaggart, Rob Niland, Ross OConnor, Sam Wisniewski, Sean Mahon, Tom Powderly, Wali Khwaja. Their two defeats came against Terenure and St Mary's, whom they may face in the second round. [citation needed], The competition has been subject to criticism from various quarters for putting undue pressure on its schoolboy participants, and for being "elitist" (most of the competing schools are fee-paying; as of 2020 the most recent tournament victory by a non fee-paying school was De La Salle Churchtown's 1985 win). 12 Leinster Rugby players selected in Irish women's Six Nations squad. Prospects: St Mary's boast an experienced backbone to the team, one that they will require as they face a very tough opening match against Belvedere tomorrow. Players from last year: Alan Kavanagh, Pierce Breen, Enda Kelliher, Don Ross. Gonzaga College (2017)[14][15][16], Schools Senior Cup Rugby in Leinster is divided into 4 tiers in two sections, and each cup competition bears a name. 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