Should definitely be more obdurate this time around but the end product is unlikely to change. Since the move to the RDS and live television coverage , the attendance has decreased and is now typically 10,000 to 14,000. Players from last year: Iaun Wallace (prop), Harold Leech (hooker), Gareth McCuskey (second row), Paul Swaine (second row), Lloyd Williams (flanker), David Popplewell (scrum-half), Henry Wilkinson (centre), Marc Culhane (wing), Richard Morris (full-back), Mark England (number eight). Fellow loose forwards Rocco Hill and Adam Tobin have the same nose for the ball as Perrem and a willingness to carry the fight. Five-year record: 2000 quarter-final; 1999: quarter-final; 1998 quarter-final; 1997 round two; 1996 quarter-final. It is the most experienced side that Pres has ever fielded with three representative players in the first fifteen. To date, only one of these non-fee paying schools has managed to win the Senior Cup. Blackrock College have only been defeated in successive finals on two occasions. Despite Monkstown's frailty, Mount Temple may lack the savoir faire to earn them a notable victory. 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. The Ranelagh school is captained by the physically dominant Paul Wilson, the number eight joining Ireland Schools full-back Hugo McLaughlin in the Leinster U19s triumph in this years interprovincial championship. The point values of scores in rugby union have changed many times in its history. Coaches: K Whindy, N McCarthy, D Fassbender. CAPTAIN Paul Wilson. [citation needed], The inaugural winners were C.B.C. Lock Mikey OReilly, centre Wilhelm de Klerk, a South African from Johannesburg, and centre/wing Jules Fenelon are all Ireland U19 standard. Last five years: 2000 second round; 1999 second round; 1998 quarter-final; 1997 second round; 1996 quarter-final. [5] 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. They were able to get the better of Blackrock in the Noel Turley Memorial Trophy at Belfield in November, always a good thing. To date, only six schools have achieved the Senior and Junior Cup "double". Blackrock College claimed their 70th Leinster Schools Senior Cup title with a dominant victory over Gonzaga College at the RDS earlier this afternoon. Last five years: 2000 winners; 1999 quarter-final; 1998 winners; 1997 beaten finalists, 1996 semi-final. Players from last year: B Donohue, K McInerney, E Nevin, C O'Keeffe, D Reynolds (injured), C Ryan, D Walsh. Verdict: "While our friendly fixture results have been encouraging, these count for nothing on cup day. ST ANDREWS COLLEGE Prospects: Castleknock have lost more finals than any other school but that statistic will not be altered by this year's team. Only very few rugby playing secondary schools opted to join the "Free Education" scheme. As a result it has been a difficult season. He takes part in several campaigns with the school, including the Leinster Junior Cup. Players from last year: B Silverlock, K Connolly, Ross Mooney, Stephen Moran, Alex Searson, Niall Clauberg. After winning the Leinster Junior Cup, they qualified for the Leinster Senior Cup. The award, "Powerade Leinster Rugby School of the Year", has been given at an annual Leinster awards ceremony. Verdict: Definitely the fixture that no one wanted. Verdict: Will they provide the shock of the first round by toppling Terenure? The second occasion was in 1979 & 1980 when they were defeated in successive finals by Terenure College. City of Armagh climbed to top spot at the expense of Buccaneers, while Old Belvedere also gained ground with Highfield dropping to fourth after their entertaining encounter. CO-CAPTAINS Daniel Ruane, Peter McEntaggart. Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 quarter-final; 1998 first round; 1997 quarterfinal; 1996 second round. There is maturity at half-back where both Sam Wisniewski and Ross OConnor should be able to guide the game plan. The competition was known for several years as the "Coca-Cola Leinster Schools Senior Cup" and in later years the "Powerade Leinster Schools Senior Cup" (Powerade is also owned by the Coca-Cola Company). Prop Billy Bohan, hooker Mark Masterson and flanker Ronan McGroary have played their part in the Leinster Schools. CAPTAIN Matthew Somerville. Outstanding players in Andrew Dunne and Andrew Cullen. 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. [citation needed], The second tier competition, the Leinster School's Vinnie Murray Cup, is contested by secondary schools affiliated to the Leinster Branch of the IRFU. In 2023 first round tie between Terenure College and Clongowes Wood College, Clongowes won 17-15 in a very tight game. Players from last year: John Phelan (hooker), Dermot O'Loughlin (number eight, second row), Peter Corcoran (flanker), Shane Garvey (out-half). It is named in memory of Vincent Murray, a teacher in Clongowes Wood college who trained the rugby team and died in December 1999. Mary's shock defeat to Kilkenny last season will make them wary this time around. 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. 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). Players from last year: Gareth O'Reilly (out-half), John Corcoran (centre), Graham Hamill (wing), Gus Stewart (hooker), Mark O'Sullivan (wing), Alan Brady (number eight). 3 SCT Final not played due to Covid 19. Type of cup: Further Cup. St Michael's completed the semi-final line-up for the Bank of Ireland Leinster Schools Senior Cup at Energia Park on Monday afternoon. A number of games will be streamed live which you can view here. [citation needed], FreeSports replaced Eir Sport as the competition broadcaster ahead of the 2019 competition where they will broadcast eight games live. Prospects: Not altogether appetising given that they face Newbridge in the first round, a side that hammered them 31-0 during the pre-season. Returning number eight Oran Handley, who leads by example on and off the pitch, is supported by prop Shane Pedlow and lock Chris Collins in the forward pack. Players from last year: K Taite, P Maguire, A Byron, A Boland, B Corish, R Gallagher, M Dormer, D McNamara, P Young. 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. 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It will come as no surprise, in light of the personnel, to hear that Belvos pack of forwards is the largest in the competition. Kilkenny has had a very solid season, going well in the League before coming up short against Gonzaga in the semi-final. If they get over first hurdle, could make semi-finals at least. GONZAGA COLLEGE Wesley College the second most with four wins. The 2A title race will take centre stage as they return to action this weekend, Queens, Barnhall and Blackrock are all fighting for top spot. From 2005 onwards, however, Setanta Sports began coverage of school's rugby. City of Armagh hung onto top spot as Buccaneers are just one point behind them in the table, elsewhere no positions changed after the results, as Old Belvedere further extended their recent winning streak. Prospects: Section A winners Mount Temple will relish the opportunity of taking on one of the weaker B sides in CBC Monkstown. Unlikely to progress. Players from last year: Hugh Goddard (number eight, capt), Damien Brunton (centre), Mark Smith (centre), Damien Lambert (flanker), Gareth Pitcher (wing). Participants: 17. 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. Instonians are looking ever closer to being in 2B next year, elsewhere Bruff close the gap to Clonmel in the top four race, while Ballina picked up a vital win to ease their woes. Verdict: "It is a young team and about 10 of the 15 will return next year. Match Day. Very well coached and innovative to boot, they will be worth watching, albeit on a once-off basis. Players from last year: Charles Langley (prop), David Dobbs (second row), Adrian Keane (second row), Nicholas Patton (flanker), Patrick Syme (number eight), Nicholas Wolfe (centre). The inaugural final saw Leinster Nomads defeat Dublin University 21. This match traditionally takes place on Saint Patrick's Day at Aviva Stadium (formerly Lansdowne Road). Clonglowes Wood Director of Rugby Tomas OLeary, the former Munster and Ireland half-back, will lean on head coach Matthew Wright and his assistants Johnny ODonoghue and John English to steer the ship. Steadily improving performances have led to qualification for this years Schools Cup. [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. Made the league semi-final but had some heavy defeats against the better sides in friendlies. Prospects: A thankless task in facing Terenure. Despite having beaten tomorrow's opposition, recent form suggests a Belvedere victory, but nevertheless a potential upset. Out-half Louis Gaughan is a capable game manager and Andre Ryan is a top-notch competitor in the midfield. Verdict: Having already won the league, Castleknock should mount a strong cup campaign. Monkstown. 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. Description. Leinster Schools' Senior Cup Draw And Team-By-Team Guide Belvedere College John O'Sullivan Sat Jan 31 1998 - 00:00 Belvedere College Record: P 16, W 10, L 6. 2B will be as competitive as ever this weekend, with the title race heating up and also a host of teams all in the mix to be in the top four. Players from last year: J Ronan, D Geraghty, J Waldron, D Gannon, C Sharpe, M Whelan, G Fitzgerald, D Mannion. SQUAD Adam Randall, Alex Cross, Alex Hemeryck, Alex Kelly Arthur Ashmore, Blayze Molloy, Brian McCarthy, Callum McDonald, Chris MacNulty, Cian OBrien, Conor Caso, Conor Lysaght, Dan Daly, Daniel Baugh, Dermot Collins, Fiach Devitt, Gavin Keane, George Strickland, Harry Mallon, Henry Nagle-Roche, Harry Thompson, James Boyle, James Wyse, Joey Moynihan, Kavy Mebuin, Kosi Ugwueru, Luke Boylan, Luke Murtagh, Marcus Lyons, Mark Cox, Matthew Kelly, Matthew Roche-Nagle, Matthew Ruddy, Max Coveney, Max Doyle, Max Duggan, Oscar OBrien, Padraic Spillane, Patrick Brophy, Ross Adams, Ross Doyle, Reuben ONeill, Ryan Thompson, Tom Byrne, Ton Grehan, Tom Murtagh. The Offaly school have enough Interprovincial players back from a galling first-round loss to Wesley last year to drive them. Six minutes into extra time Blackrock got a try and conversion. We then beat them in the league quarter-final, so I feel it is very much a case of on the day. Cistercian College Roscrea v Catholic University School, Lakelands Park, Friday (February 3), KO 2.30. Cup shared. Verdict: "Let's hope the lads get the reward for the dedication they have shown and the hard work they have put in all season." Before the introduction of the FAI Cup, it was considered the major cup competition for clubs in what is now the Republic of Ireland. Well coached and with a tradition of character and honesty, dwindling numbers in the school have seen them struggle in recent years. They are looking forward to defending last year's title against De La Salle in what should be a very competitive game. It is currently contested by LFA affiliated League of Ireland clubs, Leinster Senior League Senior Division clubs and invited teams from the various LFA affiliated junior leagues. Players from last year: J Walsh, S O'Farrelly, Niall Byrne, Keith Doyle, A Murray, B O'Connor. Railway Union and UL Bohs kept their unbeaten run going as the Robins moved top, Blackrock are just behind them in third, while Wicklow got the, City of Armagh hung onto top spot as Buccaneers are just one point behind them in the table, elsewhere no positions changed after the results, as Old, 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, Enniscorthy picked up a huge scalp over Galway Corinthians while Galwegians are six points away from moving out of the bottom two places, Greystones, Railway Union and UL Bohs kept their unbeaten run going as the Robins moved top, Blackrock are. In the 194647 final Mick O'Flanagan scored six goals for Bohemians as they defeated Grangegorman 110. This table summarises them. Newbridge College v Kilkenny College, Energia Park, Tuesday KO 3.00. Leinster Rugby. CBC Monkstown v St Vincents Castleknock College, Energia Park (February 3), KO 3.00. Clongowes also won the replay 20-19 with Terenure hitting the posts with a last minute penalty attempt. The draw is favourable. Attendances are high for a schoolboy competition, with up to 25,000 present at the final. Terenure have been improving steadily and, favoured by the draw, should cruise into the semi-finals where they might have too much for Michael's. 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. Led by captain and lock Matthew Somerville, Nure is a youthful side this year with prop Adam Cooper and loose forward Ben Blaney making the quick transition from Junior Cup to Senior Cup this year. Experienced team that won't be easily overturned. Second round ; 1999: quarter-final ; 1997 round two ; 1996 second round ; 1999 second round game.. 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