17 May, 13:32
A selection of players from the Daughters of Charity in Munster recently took part in a challenge match at Garryowen Rugby Club.
The Editor
What's it about?
Women's Rugby has developed into one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Over the last few years Tag Rugby has been introduced to numerous Schools around the Province.
Due to the continued growth and success of Tag Rugby in secondary schools, the IRFU introduced the "Play Rugby" initiative, to encourage young children to play rugby. Full details about the "Play Rugby" initiative can be found here.
Why get involved?
Girls Schools Rugby ...
• Is a fast and exciting non contact game of Touch Rugby, encouraging the development of running, balancing and handling skills
• Is a very flexible sport that can be played by any number of players and the pitch can be increased and reduced accordingly
• Can be played on a variety of surfaces
Munster Rugby host school tag blitz days and 7's rugby blitz days during the school year, sign your school up and give it a go!
Further Information
For further details please contact Amanda Greensmith by e-mail at amandagreensmith@munsterrugby.ie or by phone at 021-4323563 or 086-0218320
