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New coach Gearoid Ferrick faces a tough baptism. Newbridge brings a group of players blended between players that made the final that never was in 2020 and those who won the 2021 final. Date. Verdict: "It is a young team and about 10 of the 15 will return next year. Last five years: 2000 second round; 1999 semi-final; 1998 second round; 1997 second round; 1996 beaten finalists. However non-League of Ireland clubs, mainly from the Leinster Senior League, have enjoyed some successes. In flanker Stuart Abbot they possess a player of outstanding ability and, in tandem with Stephen Wallace, an impressive back row. Monkstown. Verdict: Face the daunting task of taking on defending champions Clongowes in competition's opening match. SQUAD Conor Bourke, Sam Bourke, Matthew Brady, Finn Brien, Billy Corrigan, Alkan Dal, Mikey Doyle, Adam Dutton, Cian Eddy, Max Eggleston, James Healy, Dylan Henry, Dan Jordan, Finn Kelly, Luke Kelly, Sean Kenny, Zach Kirby, Ross Mackey, Adam McDonald, Jack McDonald, James McDonald, Cormac McGrath, Odhran Meade, Daniel Moraghan, Jack Murphy, Niall OCallaghan, Ronan OBoyle, Darragh OSullivan, Cathal Ryan, Lorcan Smith, Adam Tighe, Finn Treacy, Tadhg Treacy. Senior Affordable Rental Apartments (SARA) Program. CAPTAIN Lucas Maguire 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. Leinster Schools Senior Cup SF St Michael's Coll V Blackrock Coll KO 3pm. Prospects: Unusually for Clongowes they lost more pre-season friendlies that they won, including their first four matches. Out-half Charlie Hempenstall, a Leinster U18 representative last year, will aim to move the team around the pitch and showcase his talent. By extension, it also gives the Leeson Street school a shot at the Senior Cup where they will be battle-hardened. Players from last year: J Kelly, E McNally, J Collery, R Burns, C Sookram, T O'Brien, P de Barra, J Maher, T Bass, N O'Byrne, S Loane. Coaches: Stephen Tonge, Derek Guy Lewis, Shane O'Neill. 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. - James Morrow (Head Games Master). Shouldn't lack confidence, but might not be strong enough to make an impact in Section B. Retain a strong spine from year's side and given a reasonable draw could have made progress but will not find Blackrock accommodating and therefore another school destined for an early exit. Likely to meet Gonzaga and then Monkstown or Newbridge, none of whom will have Mick Quinn's charges trembling. Terenure have shown enough form over the course of the season to mark them out as dark horses. Well coached and with a tradition of character and honesty, dwindling numbers in the school have seen them struggle in recent years. Wesley College is again looking to punch above its weight with a young team eager to impress. Should definitely be more obdurate this time around but the end product is unlikely to change. In 1983 and 1985, De La Salle Churchtown beat Castleknock College and Blackrock College. Verdict: Will they provide the shock of the first round by toppling Terenure? Both games were very close and entertaining, a credit to both teams. Coaches: Joe McDonnell, Matthew Ward, Adrian Dungan. In the pack, Rory Og Doody, Rory Glynn have interpro experience, while Lee Fitzpatrick and Billy Hayes have made the step up from the JCT side last year. Des Berry. St Michael's College 27 Clongowes Wood College 17. Gonzaga has enjoyed a very successful season to date, winning most of their friendlies and beating Newbridge College in a high-scoring final to win the Leinster Schools Senior League in December. Already, CUS and St Andrews have qualified from the Vinnie Murray Cup to take their chance against Roscrea and Gonzaga, respectively. Following the conclusion of the Celtic Challenge tournament, Greg McWlliams has named a 32-player squad ahead of the TikTok Womens Six Nations, here. Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 first round; 1998 first round; 1997 quarter-final; 1996 quarter-final. MU Barnhall are the new league leaders in 2A, Blackrock just behind them on score difference, Nenagh are into the top four, while elsewhere UL Bohs produced a shock defeating Queens. Wes doesnt lack quality further out where centre Johnny Cazzini and full-back Finn Nolan always have an eye for a gap. Andrew Sparrow takes responsibility for the armband as the kind of imposing player others are only too glad to follow. 12 Leinster Rugby players selected in Irish women's Six Nations squad. After winning the Leinster Junior Cup, they qualified for the Leinster Senior Cup. - Eddie Geraghty (Head Games Master). Following the introduction of the League of Ireland in 192122, League of Ireland clubs have dominated the competition. COACHES Johne Murphy (head coach), Adam Coyle, Brian Croke, Niall Kane, Henry Bryce, Jon Newsome. If they get over first hurdle, could make semi-finals at least. Coaches: C Byrne, D Dunne, D Hickie, C O'Donnell, T Lewis. 2020), Belvedere (2005), Terenure (1958) and Castleknock College (1920). Last five years: 2000 quarter-final; 1999 semi-final; 1998 semi-final; 1997 second round; 1996 second round. 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. Corrig School moved premises to Monkstown Park in 1950 and was renamed C.B.C. Should make the penultimate stage, possible finalists but not winners. 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. Last five years: 2000 quarter-final; 1999 winners; 1998 second round; 1997 semi-final; 1996 winners. The club A mediocre pre-season may culminate in their dismissal by Clongowes, whom they meet in the second round. 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. 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. CAPTAIN Andrew Sparrow Players from last year: Des Dillon (second row, capt), Gavin Ryan (hooker), Rory McEaney (centre), Gordon D'Arcy (fullback). Players from last year: B Donohue, K McInerney, E Nevin, C O'Keeffe, D Reynolds (injured), C Ryan, D Walsh. Click on the button below to sign up to the Leinster Lowdown now! It happened to Blackrock College for the first time in 2017. 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." Out-half Louis Gaughan is a capable game manager and Andre Ryan is a top-notch competitor in the midfield. The award, "Powerade Leinster Rugby School of the Year", has been given at an annual Leinster awards ceremony. Two further penalties in the second half of extra time sealed victory for Blackrock. Will start as marginal underdogs but could easily win out on the day. Lansdowne Road beckons. In September 1967, the then Minister for Education Donogh O'Malley introduced free secondary school education. Brideville were losing finalists in 192324 as were Glasnevin in 192425, Grangegorman in 194647, Transport in 194748, St Patrick's Athletic in 195051 and Longford Town in 195455. St Michael's set up the mouth-watering prospect of a Leinster Schools Senior Cup semi-final against Blackrock. The back division is capable of turning possession into points with Ivor Fenton a fulcrum in the centre. Players from last year: Paddy Byrne (centre), Barry Guckian (centre), Patrick Noble (out-half), John O'Sullivan (number eight), John Roche (flanker), Henry Hegarty (flanker), Niall Hughes (prop). Only very few rugby playing secondary schools opted to join the "Free Education" scheme. Mountjoy School was amalgamated with other schools in 1972 to become Mount Temple Comprehensive School. Will make the latter work hard, though. Verdict: Having already won the league, Castleknock should mount a strong cup campaign. First held in 1887, the competition celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2007. Date Event Time/Results Ground Match Day; 2023-02-27 15:00:13 27 February 2023: St. Michael's College v Clongowes Wood College: 27 - 17: Energia Park. [12], The competition receives coverage in Ireland's broadsheets, in particular the Irish Independent and The Irish Times. We have a very talented, promising side. 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). St Michaels travelled to the World Schools Festival in Thailand in December, playing in 35-degree heat over six days, winning one and losing two in three close encounters. The translation of CBC Monkstowns motto Certa Bonum Certamen means fight the good fight. In 1998 there was Clongowes Wood College and then there were the. Would boast a 30/70 chance of winning a second-round match if they make it. They will be out of their depth and that fact should be illustrated quite painfully by King's Hospital. Now preparations are going well and team confidence is being restored. Mixed form in the league gave way to an impressive 8-0 win away at Castleknock in the quarter-final and a battling 22-12 loss to Newbridge in the semi-finals. CAPTAIN Stephen Smyth. COACHES Matthew Wright (head coach), Johnny O Donoghue (forwards coach), John English (backs coach), Toms O Leary (Director of Rugby). Last five years: 2000 second round; 1999 second round; 1998 quarter-final; 1997 second round; 1996 quarter-final. The forwards priority is to generate decent ball for an electric backline, marshalled by Ireland Schools out-half Jack Murphy. Universe Find Events Host Events Create Event Features Customers Pricing Sign Up Log In Your Javascript appears to be disabled. Players from last year: Steven D'Alton (centre, capt), Geoffrey Kenny (flanker), Roscoe Deacon (full-back), Brian Walsh (wing), Brian Gill (prop), Karl Gill (prop). We are hoping to maintain the steady progress of the last four or five years." There are six rounds left of regular 1B action. Prospects: One can empathise with head gamesmaster David Sherwood when he questions St Columba's sudden elevation to Section B. Players from last year: G Johnson, A Nolan, R Creedon, BJ McHenry, P Dwane, B Stokes, R Murphy. COACHES Stanley McDowell (head coach), Karl Miller (Lineout/defence coach), Declan Lavery (scrum/breakdown coach) Stephen OHanrahan (S&C), Mark Feeney (forwards coach), Eoin Quinn: (kicking/skills coach). CBC has gained success in winning the Vinnie Murray Cup on four occasions, most recently in 2019. 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. We will not be underestimating our first-round opponents." Attendances are high for a schoolboy competition, with up to 25,000 present at the final. They were not able to match Gonzaga in the final in what could serve as a reality check for a super-talented squad. [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. 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. With no disrespect to Mount Temple, Monkstown are fortunate not to have drawn a strong team. Participants: 17. CAPTAIN Josh Perrem. Match Day. Out-half Conor OShaughnessy, prop Tom ORiordan, hooker Mikey Yarr, utility forward Jack Angulo and wing Maxim Aschenbrenner made the bench on that special day. First held in 1887, the competition celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2007. It means Newbridge and Gonzaga . SCT & JCT Double 26 times 1910, 1912, 1927, 1933, 1935, 1936, 1942, 1943, 1945, 1948, 1953, 1954, 1956, 1957, 1962, 1964, 1981, 1982, 1986, 1987, 1995, 2004, 2006, 2013, 2014, 2018. GONZAGA COLLEGE Six of the eight first-round ties in the Senior Schools Cup will be played in Energia Park, while the other two fixtures will be played in Terenure College RFC and Clontarf FC. 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. Coaches: Breffni O'Hagan, Wayne Robertson, Bobby O'Keeffe. A big second half comeback saw Marist College emerge victorious in the winner take all clash with, Sligo Grammar defeated Marist in Athlone this afternoon to top Pool B and set up a Semi Final clash, A last-gasp try Shay McGovern helped the Jes beat St. Muredachs and qualify for the final four of, Summerhill College beat Garbally in a cracking display of rugby to ensure their spot in the, Summerhill emerged victorious over the Jes in Galway this afternoon to take a stronghold of first, Diarmuid OConnell stars as Sligo Grammar School got their Connacht Schools Senior Cup, A fantastic second-half display of rugby from both sides ended in Colaiste Iognaid (The Jes), Summerhill opened their Connacht Senior Cup campaign with a five-point victory over St. Muredachs, Sligo Grammar are the 2022 Connacht Senior A Schools League Champions after narrowly edging out. 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. [2] For most of this era Bohemians and Shelbourne were members of the Irish Football League.[3]. 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. Type of cup: Further Cup. This page was last edited on 24 February 2023, at 15:44. - Bobby Byrne (coach). Before the introduction of the FAI Cup, it was considered the major cup competition for clubs in what is now the Republic of 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. [5] ST MARYS COLLEGE Injuries hampered them early season, but this could prove the match of the round. Schools Rugby : Gavin Cummiskey looks back at one of the finest sides to have won the Leinster Senior Cup competition. While the Junior Cup kicks off on Tuesday, 7 February. 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. Schools in the league often provide the biggest form of competition to the big six in the Leinster schools senior cup. SQUAD Luke Begley-Taylor, Edward Deering, Fionn Devereux, Joseph Durkan, Gregory Ewing, Liam Flaherty, Gavin Foley, Mark Gallagher, James Gannon, Jack Halpin, Alex Holt, Zack Hopkins, Cillian Jacobs, Lucca Jennings, Ethan Kenny, Tom Keogan, Kern Kinnear, David Leane, Luke McGill, Daniel McNulty, James Molloy, Jack Moloney, Matthew Morrisey, Evan Moynihan, Gavin Mulvihill, Sen Murray Norton, Aaron OBrien, Oisn OMalley, Tiernan OShea, Luke Policky, Patrick Power, Oran Reid, Sam Ryan, Ruadhn Smyth, Jamie Smyth. They are looking forward to defending last year's title against De La Salle in what should be a very competitive game. 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. AVANT - Brian a jou pour Leinster en deux passages entre 1994-1996 et 1999-2000. They push for a balanced rugby approach, mixing the kick, run and pass options at all times, even though using their maul and carrying from 5-metre penalties has been a profitable strategy. Verdict: Large representation from last year's squad, they should prove too good for. Catholic University School have been impressive in manhandling The High School (41-8) The Kings Hospital (53-0) and St Fintans High School (46-17) in qualifying for the Vinnie Murray Cup final. The 1977 Leinster Senior Schools Cup Final was played on Sunday 20 March 1977 and not the normal St Patrick's Day. Energetic hooker Finn Brien and Ireland U19s second-row Billy Corrigan lead the pack. However, while they should beat CUS, they will need to peak against Newbridge, in a match in which they will start as underdogs. We have been pitted against a big school where rugby is taken very seriously." After the Leinster Football Association was founded in 1892 it began organizing its own cup competition. COACHES Paddy Collins (Head Coach), Craig Ronaldson, Matt Gill, Iain Wallace, Richard Andreucetti (S&C) [8] The competition was played yearly until the Covid-19 pandemic halted sporting contests in 2020 in Ireland. Leinster Rugby TV 17.7K subscribers 15K views 8 months ago Watch in full Blackrock College v Terenure College from the second round of the 2022 Bank of Ireland Leinster Schools Senior. There is a quality quartet of Leinster U18 squad members in vice-captain Evan Moynihan, David Leane, Zach Hopkins and Aaron OBrien. Belvedere has a dozen players back from last years squad to provide much-needed experience in dealing with the top tie of the first round. The second occasion was in 1979 & 1980 when they were defeated in successive finals by Terenure College. 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 first round; 1999 quarter-final; 1998 first round; 1997 quarterfinal; 1996 second round. New York State's law on charter schools changed in important ways in April 2014 and May 2010. The skilful, combative midfield pair of Jody Browne and Aidan OFlanagan is hugely important. Players from last year: John Phelan (hooker), Dermot O'Loughlin (number eight, second row), Peter Corcoran (flanker), Shane Garvey (out-half). The draw has been unkind. COACHES Kolo Kiripati (head coach), Alan Long (backs), John O Dowd, Tyrone Elliott, John Butler, Michael Lawlor, Annie McCarra Leinster Schools Senior Cup R1- Terenure Coll V Clongowes wood Col KO 15.00 by Leinster Rugby - Wednesday, February 1, 2023 03:00 PM at Energia Park (Donnybrook Stadium) in . But, they have real quality in centre Joe Ballance and captain Josh Perrem at blindside. City of Armagh hung onto top spot as Buccaneers are just one point behind them in the table, Blackrock College are back on top of 2A after a dominant display over Barnhall that sees them drop, Marist College produce big comeback to set up Summerhill clash, Sligo Grammar defeat Marist to top Pool B and set up Jes clash, Last gasp try sends The Jes into Final Four breaking Muredachs hearts, Summerhill secure top spot beating Garbally in cracker, Ice cool Summerhill overcome Jes challenge, Sligo Grammar edge CBS Roscommon at home in Senior Cup opener, Second-half heroics helped The Jes beat Garbally in the Connacht Senior Cup, Summerhill defeat St. Muredachs in tricky conditions in opening Senior Cup fixture, Grammar edge their rivals Summerhill for Senior A League crown, Blackrock College Cruise To Leinster Semi Final Berth, PBC Weather Late Munchins Storm to Reach Cup Final, Munster Schools Senior Cup Preview: PBC V St Munchins, CBC And Crescent College Comp To Do It Again Next Week, Munster Schools Senior Cup Preview: CBC V Crescent College Comp, Crescent College Comprehensive into final four with win over Ardscoil Rs, PBC Setup Munster Senior Cup Semi Final With St Munchins, Rockwell College Make Quarter Final Stage In Emphatic Fashion, Crescent College Edge Action Packed Tie With Grammar, Late Foley Try Books Final Four Spot For St. Michaels, Captain Sparrow leads Box Office Comeback Story as St. Marys just fall short, Newbridge Produce Statement Performance To Make Final Four, Clongowes Advance to Leinster Quarter Final On Second Successful Attempt, Gonzaga On The Radar After Opening Round Conquest, Dunne Spearheads Roscrea Second Half Charge Into Quarter Finals, CBC Advance To Last 8 With Winning Penalty Try, Late Penalty Try Gets St. Marys College Over The Line, Clongowes Wood College overcome Terenure College in tight battle, Newbridge College march on with victory over Kilkenny College, Combined Provinces Proves Fruitful Ahead Of 2023 Womens Six Nations, Blackrock finish year on a high to be crowned Division Champions. Ballina climbed out of the bottom two places with a big win over Bruff as Omagh dropped down, while elsewhere it remained the same as Instonians made it 14 from 14. Prospects: The main challengers to Terenure in the top half of the draw and almost certain semi-finalists. Verdict: The premier side in Section A by virtue of last Wednesday's victory, they face a tough game against Newbridge. St Michaels College v Belvedere College, Energia Park, Sunday KO 3.00. S t Mary's certainly didn't come to play second fiddle and they started . A mixed league campaign produced wins against CBC Monkstown and CUS, leading to a quarter-final loss away to Kilkenny, consolation coming from the group achieving one of their main goals in qualifying for the Leinster Schools Senior Cup. COACHES Maurice Logue (head coach), Niall Smullen, Bernard Jackman, Olan Savage, Stewart Gilbert, Andrew Fitzpatrick. Prospects: In non-vintage years, Blackrock generally win more cups because of solidity in depth. [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). With Newbridge college, Castleknock college, Gonzaga college, Kilkenny college and presentation college bray having a history of regularly competing in hotly contested games with the "big six". Performance is likely to bring the only satisfaction. 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. Last five years: 2000 quarter-finals; 1999 second round; 1998 second round; 1997 first round; 1996 first round. Coaches: V Costello, J Burns, T Geraghty. Mary's shock defeat to Kilkenny last season will make them wary this time around. However it emerged afterwards that Clongowes fielded an illegible player and the Schools committee ordered a replay. Five-year record: 2000 quarter-final; 1999: quarter-final; 1998 quarter-final; 1997 round two; 1996 quarter-final. Verdict: "We're very hopeful. Terenure College leads with 4 (1957, 1964, 1969 & 1987), followed by Belvedere College with 3 (1930, 1944 & 1962), next St Michaels College (2010), St Mary's College (1943), Newbridge College (1939), Cistercian College Roscrea (1910) and Blackrock College (2017) with 1 each. Blackrock College ran in ten tries as they sealed an emphatic win over Cistercian College Roscrea, PBC had to endure a nervy finish as Munchins came from 35-10 down to almost snatch victory, PBC look to make consecutive finals in the Munster Schools Senior Cup, while Munchins aim to end a, CBC and Crescent College will have to do it all over again next week in Thomond Park, as late tries, Crescent College seek the chance to retain their title if they can overcome the CBC obstacle, with, Crescent Comprehensive College secured passage to the Pinergy Munster Senior Schools Cup final, PBC have booked their place in the Munster Senior Schools Cup Semi Final after a dominant 52-8 win, Rockwell College advanced to the Quarter Finals of the Munster Schools Senior Cup, with a six try, A late try from Christopher Barrett was enough to see Christian Brothers College snatch a one point, Crescent College advanced to the Quarter Finals of the Munster Schools Senior Cup, holding on late, Clontarf and Terenure remain focused on the other at the top, Shannon and UCD picked up big wins as, Eyes everywhere across 1A this weekend, Clontarf and Terenure both eye up top spot, Shannon try and, Clontarf took control of 1A leading by a single point over Terenure, Lansdowne claimed a scalp over, There are only six normal game days left in the regular season. 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. Castleknock Director of Rugby Adrian Flavin has overseen steady progress in recent years for a school that last won the Senior Cup in 1965. These are Blackrock, who have achieved this feat 26 times (1910, 1912, 1927, 1933, 193536, 194243, 1945, 1948, 195354, 195657, 1962, 1964, 198182, 198687, 1995, 2004, 2006, 201314, 2018), St Michaels twice (2012 & 2019), Gonzaga college PRESENTATION COLLEGE, BRAY Brideville in 192425, Distillery in 194142 and St Patrick's Athletic in 194748 were all winners. 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. Last four years: 2000 first round; 1999 first round; 1998 first round; 1997 first round. With just five games left to go, we enter the real business end of the season, teams tussle for positions in the league, with promotion and relegation battles to be decided. Thats plenty of time for many more twists and turns something we associate with this division, given its hyper competitive nature. Prospects: Despite a strong representation from last year's side, High School have suffered in pre-season. CO-CAPTAINS Daniel Ruane, Peter McEntaggart. They were followed in by Terenure College (2009), St Gerard's School (2010), Clongowes Wood College (2011), St. Michael's College (2012), (2019) and Blackrock College (2013), (2018). SQUAD Adam Bolton, Adam Fitzsimons Nolan, Ben Sharpe, Cal Traynor-Russell, Charlie Blackmore, Charlie Cave, Charlie Flusk, Charlie Meagher, Christopher OToole. Verdict: "This year's side is young and inexperienced. COACHES Justin Vanstone (head coach), Ben Manion, John McKee, Daniel Moore, Shane Murray, Seamus Toomey. 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