Dean Landy, Carrick on Suir RFC                                  Luke O'Dea, Shannon RFC

Landy has created history by becoming the first Munster Youth and Irish U18 club cap for his club, while its been

18 years since a Shannon player has received an U18 cap.

On Sunday, Ireland had a comprehensive 53-0 win over Russia, and on Wednesday night, Ireland defeated

England 8-3 in a close semi final, setting up a rematch with France in the final on Saturday. 

France defeated Ireland 4-3 in last years final in a penalty shoot out.  Saturdays final will be played at

Benetton Treviso's home ground, Stadio Comunale di Monigo.

These Championships involve 32 European Nations divided into 4 divisions.  Ireland were seeded s

econd in the first division by virtue of their outstanding performance in 2007 when they were

undefeated but finished as runners up to host nation France. 

Ireland Under 18 Clubs Management
Willie Gribben  Manager
Greg Lynch  Head Coach
Jimmy Duffy  Assistant Coach
Dan Van Zyl - Technical Support
Antoine Mobian  Fitness & Conditioning Coach
John Quinlan  Team Doctor
Barry Smith  Physiotherapist
Lenny Browne  Video Analyst
Tom Nyhan  Logistics