Getting To Know Cathal Sheridan

6th March 2013 By Munster Rugby

Sligo native Cathal Sheridan made his Munster debut as a replacement in the RaboDirect PRO12 game against Edinburgh at the start of February and has featured weekly since then.

With Conor Murray on International duty and Sheridan impressing at B&I Cup level, the UL Boh's club man was afforded the opportunity to show what he was capable of at senior level. His progression to date includes four RaboDirect PRO12 appearances including his first start for Munster at the weekend against Ospreys in Thomond Park.

In the British and Irish Cup Sheridan has been instrumental in Munster's progression to the knock-out stages playing in each of Munster's pool games this season. A product of the Munster Rugby Academy Cathal has represented Connacht U19s and has also represented the Ireland Club XV side.

Place of birth: Sligo

Currently residing: Annacotty, Co. Limerick

Educated where: St. Mary's College, Ballysadare and Sligo Grammar School.

How old were you when you first started playing rugby and what club: Aged 9 at Sligo Rugby Club

First position you ever played: Hooker

Most memorable try in career: An U16 cup match for Sligo – against Corinthians, a 5-0 classic!

Sportsperson admire most: Michael Jordan

Career highlight to date: Signing a professional contract with Munster

Favourite other sport: American Football

Favourite team outside rugby: Indianapolis Colts

Most difficult opponent: Patrick O'Regan

Most embarrassing moment on a rugby pitch: Took a knock to the head once, ended up
falling backwards head over heels after trying to get up!