Club News: Week Ending 23.11.14

At full-time it's Midleton 27 Boyne 0. It's now 4 from 6 and Midleton lie 5th in the table. This is a team with one objective – challenge for the division. Every man deserves praise yet again – strength of character and a determination to win that sees us well placed to travel North to face Armagh in what will be a tough battle at the North men also look to chase honours this season.

Waterford City RFC Notes

Courtesy of:- Fintan Purcell

Munster Junior Clubs Challenge Shield: Waterford City 13-19 Mallow
City came up just short in their cup match against Mallow, it looked like City would score a try in the corner with the last play of the game but were just denied by a last ditch tackle which forced a knock on. Waterford City have made a habit of starting slow in recent weeks and it was the same story against Mallow.

The home team made too many mistakes early and found themselves trailing 12-6 at half time, Mallow scored a try on 15 minutes when a late run from the blindside winger found a gap in the middle of the City defence to score under the posts.

City responded well with a penalty from Michael Hayes on 20 mins and were playing some good rugby but another unforced error gave Mallow back possession, the away team moved the ball wide to their openside flanker who evaded a number of tackles and broke into the City 22. Mallow then spread the ball wide to the far side and used the overlap to score in the far corner.

City looked dangerous when they kept the ball in hand and increased the tempo, following strong runs from Ryan Phillips and Connor Power, the Waterford team reached the visitors 22 and the City pack forced another penalty which Michael Hayes converted.

The second half started with City keeping Mallow under pressure with good interplay between backs and forwards but they couldn't register a score. The Cork side then got back into City territory and put the home team under sustained pressure for a period, City managed to hold out though and regain possession but just went they looked to counter attack, a wide pass was intercepted for a try under the posts.

With 15 mins left on the clock it was a hard to see a way back for City but they almost pulled off a fantastic comeback. There was an increased sense of urgency in the home team and they put the visitors under severe pressure for the rest of the game, following some good defence from Mallow their line was finally breached when a clever chip over the top from Michael Hayes allowed Ryan Philips to outpace the covering defence to score. Michael converted and it was back to a one score game with 5 mins left to play.

A Ryan Philips break with the last play of the game got City in behind the Mallow defence again and when he fed Nicky Jacob who had made a great run, it looked like City might steel a win but a good covering tackle forced a knock on.

City would like to thanks their sponsors, Brennan Catering Supplies, Sun Life Financial, Kingfisher, The Three Shippes and The Premium Butcher.

U16's League: Clonmel 7 – 41 Waterford City
A great performance from City in their last league game. Seven fine tries which were scored by Connor McCarthy (2) Padrig Mahon (2) Cian Lally, Jack Jacob and Conal Roche. City finished top of the league.

Clonmel RFC Notes

Courtesy of:- Paul Condon, Club PRO

Munster Junior Clubs Challenge Cup
Our men's 1st XV travelled to Tralee in Co. Kerry on Sunday last for their opening game of this season's Munster Junior Clubs Challenge Cup. After the previous weekend's away win over Galbally in the league, Clonmel was anxious to maintain their winning form with the side keeping a clean slate in their league campaign to date.

Two first half tries by Luke Hogan, both of which were converted by Dylan Cadogan were the outcome of the opening 40 minutes which saw possession traded between both sides and the Clonmel defence hold strong in the face of several drives byTralee

Neville Melbourne in action at the weekend

With both second half tries also converted by Cadogan and with no response by the home side, Clonmel ran out 28-0 victors in what was a very good performance by Clonmel.

Having received a bye into the quarter finals stage of the competition, Clonmel now face local rivals Kilfeacle who beat St. Senan's to book their place in the last four. This fixture is currently scheduled for December 21st in Clonmel at 2pm. Cobh Pirates and Skibbereen play the second semi-final on the same day.

There is no first team fixture this weekend with the squad taking a well earned break from league and cup rugby.

Ladies Team
Action in the Munster Women's League continues this weekend with Clonmel at home to Cashel on Sunday at 1pm. This is the third game for the Clonmel women in the league campaign, having beaten Bandon and lost to Thurles in their opening games. This will be a big test for the Clonmel side who were narrowly beaten by Cashel in a pre-season friendly in September.

Niamh Briggs
On the national stage, two Clonmel RFC former players were very much in the news last week with Ireland full back Niamh Briggs winning the rugby writers Women's Player of the Year award for the second successive year after her terrific performance in this summer's World Cup in Paris.

Congratulations To Dave Foley
In the men's game David Foley earned his first cap for Ireland lining out against Georgia on Sunday last and putting in a huge Man of The match performance. This was a great day for David, his family and the town of Clonmel and everyone on Clonmel RFC is tremendously proud of his achievement. Well done Dave.

Upcoming Fixtures
Clonmel Women play Cashel in the Munster Women's League Division 1 on Sunday, Nov 23rd. Kick off in Clonmel at 1pm

Fixture Updates will be posted on the club's website, Facebook and on Twitter @ClonmelRFC.

Newcastle West

Courtesy of Tim Mulcahy, Fixtures Secretary

Munster Junior League, Division 1: Cobh Pirates 28 – 14 Newcastle West
With a number of players unavailable due to previous commitment the management took the opportunity to give a run to a number of fringe players and in the process testing the strength in depth of the club squad.

It was a very tight game with Cobh only securing the win in the dying minutes of the game with a converted try. Sean McAuliffe making his first start with the first XV had an excellent game playing from full back and when moved in to scrum-half following an injury to Karl Hayes showed that he can give good cover across the backline. His two try's followed great work from the pack who dominated the game but making errors at vital times was to cost them throughout the eighty minutes.

Sean scored when he joined the line after Dave Foley broke a number of tackles and playing like his original position of centre set Sean up for a stroll in to the corner, Foley was then nominated to take the convert which he converted to huge roars from the travelling support, Cobh got a penalty which the converted and scored a try to take the half time lead at 10-7.

Cobh got an unconverted try early in the second half and also kicked to penalties to take them to 21-7.The visitors were not finished though and continued to press forward carrying in tight and it was a pick and dart from McAuliffe who got in under the posts which Foley again converted to give us a tense closing ten minutes with only seven points between them. When you go chasing a game which they did to their enormous credit a break away can happen but it was a great display by all and they were unlucky to be defeated. Cobh got a converted to give them a flattering result.

This was a great display and credit must go to all who stepped up to the mark in this game.
Best for Newcastle on the day were Richard Langford, Dave Foley and Mikey Berkery with Man of the match going to Sean McAuliffe

Newcastle West: Sean McAuliffe, Ronan Kelleher, Brian O Doherty ,Mikey Berkery, John Sheehan , Karl Hayes, Pa Galvin, Shane Magner, Declan Moloney, Dave Foley ,Mike McMahon, Murley Sheehan, Sean Leahy , Michael Culhane ,Richard Langford, TJ Relihan, Padraig Fogarty, James Corbett. Donal Egan
Scorers: Sean McAuliffe 2 trys, Dave Foley 2 Conversions

This Saturday November 22nd, All Ireland Junior Cup Qtr. Final, Newcastle West V Dundalk RFC 2.30 pm in Cullinagh.

So roll on next Saturday when the Quarter final of the most prestigious Cup competition in Irish Junior rugby takes place again at home. As I have said before in this column sport is about raising the bar and challenging yourself and this is what the club continues to do at all levels.

We had the biggest crowd ever at a match in Cullinagh when we defeated OLBC in the last round of this competition, let's make it bigger again and give our Dundalk competitiors a real Munster, Limerick and, most importantly, Newcastle West welcome.

It is the top team in Division 1 of Leinster Junior rugby versus the top team in Division 1 of Munster Junior rugby. See you there, where else would you be on Saturday?

Thurles RFC Notes

Courtesy of:- Brian Scanlon, Club PRO

Thurles Run Riot in Cork: Youghal RFC 0 – 74 Thurles RFC
*Match Abandoned after 60 minutes due to Injury to Youghal Player.
The Thurles First XV took to the road early on Sunday morning, looking to get back to winning ways having lost on the road to Castleisland and drawing with Clanwilliam in the Tipperary derby on their previous two outings.

On this occasion they faced the challenge of Cork side, Youghal in the Quarter Final of the Munster Challenge Shield. Youghal are a young side going through a period of transition, struggling near the foot of the League table whereas visitors Thurles are challenging for a promotion spot.

Thurles travelled with a full complement of players with the aim of booking a place in the Semi Final to be played just before Christmas. Thurles showed their intent and hunger straight from the off with Donnacha Duggan and Larry O'Gorman putting in a great chase from the kick-off and winning possession to set up an early attack.

The Thurles pack kept the ball for a number of phases with Jason O'Mahoney and Dave Kelly making some great carries. The ball was sent out wide and Thurles were bundled into touch just as they approached the line. Youghal won their own lineout but that didn't stop Thurles putting the pressure on. As the Youghal scrum half passed out to his kicker to clear, Thurles zoned in and Shane Moloney blocked the kick, recovered the ball and touched down to open the scoring with a try, which was converted by Aidan Dwyer, 0-7.

Straight from the restart, a great take from captain Brian Lyons, secured ball which Thurles cleared down field to set up camp in Youghal territory. Thurles reclaimed possession, with Conor Cooney awake to steal scrappy lineout ball. After a few short phases of play, Thurles were awarded a penalty that Aidan slotted over with ease, 0-10.

Thurles continued to inflict the pain on Youghal, as they played their way up the field again from the kick-off, some great work and running from the back three of Eoghan O'Dwyer, Adrian Bourke and John Coman put Thurles inside the home 22 before Coman drew the last man to send Aidan Dwyer in for a try that he converted himself for a 0-17 scoreline early in the game.

Thurles were on fire and everything they touched seemed to be turning to gold, as the hard work of the wingers, J. Coman and Bourke was rewarded as both touched down in each corner within minutes of each other, both of which were superbly converted again by Dwyer, 0-31.

Youghal eventually got their hands on the ball and put together a number phases as they attempted an advance on the Thurles try line but they were repelled each time with O'Gorman, Cooney and Lyons putting in some great tackles. Thurles absorbed the Cork side's pressure before Duggan got in to force a turnover. Thurles made their towards the half way line, with O'Mahony and Ger McCormack increasing their carry count.

As Thurles were building momentum, Irwin found Dave Kelly with a pass, who, not to be outdone by his front row partners, took off on a run that Brian O'Driscoll would have been proud of, beating six players along the way, this run paved the way for the back line to attack down the blind side, where Eoghan O'Dwyer (below) touched down and Aidan converted, for what was a great move start to finish, with Kelly being the architect, 0-38.

Before the half-time break, Thurles continued to pile the misery on Youghal, there was no let up as, Donnacha Duggan joined in on the scoring and Shane Maloney added his second try of the game, both went unconverted to leave the score reading 0-48 at halftime.

Thurles introduced Ollie Delaney, Colm Skehan and Joey Kelly shortly after half time, as the Tipperary men continued to turn the screw. Thurles put together some great team plays as they hammered at the Youghal line once again before Peter Kinane barged his way past some would be tacklers to add his name to the scoring charts, the try went unconverted, 0-53.

The ruthless nature of this Thurles performance continued, as Delaney sent John Coman in for his second try of the game after some great work further back the field from Skehan and McCormack. Eoghan O'Dwyer also added his second try of the game, after a trademark run from the full back increased the scoreline. With three Thurles players now on 2 tries each, it was Shane Moloney who took the honours, by crossing the line and completing a well-deserved hat-trick just before the hour mark, all of the above tries being converted by Dwyer for an impressive scoreline of 0-74 with just over 20 minutes remaining on the clock.

At the risk of sounding repetitive, Thurles had laid the foundations for another attack inside the Youghal 22, before a bad, accidental clash of heads between a Thurles and Youghal player, saw the Youghal player knocked out cold.

There was concern that the Youghal man might have done damage to his neck, so after the game already being held up for a period of time for the initial injury, the referee made the wise decision to call full time given the circumstances, so the player could receive treatment. The Youghal player was transferred to hospital as a precaution and was subsequently released after an x-ray.

Thurles will be delighted with their performance and the clinical nature in which they dismantled this Youghal side, but will be under no illusions as to the bigger challenges that lay ahead for the remainder of the season.

This win now puts Thurles into the Semi Final of the Munster Junior Challenge Shield, where they will face Bandon RFC on the 21st December at the Cork venue.

Next up for the Thurles First XV is a trip to Killarney on Sunday 30th November at 2.30pm in the Munster Junior League, all support would be greatly appreciated by the management and players and they would also like to thank all those who travelled to Youghal to support the team on Sunday.

Thurles Scorers: Aidan Dwyer (1 Try, 1 Pen, 8 Cons), Shane Moloney (3 Tries), John Coman, Eoghan O'Dwyer (2 Tries Each), Adrian Bourke, Peter Kinane & Donnacha Duggan (1 Try Each).

Thurles Squad vs. Youghal: 1. Ger McCormack 2. Dave Kelly 3. Jason O'Mahony 4. Larry O'Gorman 5. Brian Lyons (c) 6. Peter Kinane 7. Conor Cooney 8. Donnacha Duggan 9. Nicky Irwin 10. Peter Coman 11. John Coman 12. Aidan Dwyer 13. Shane Moloney 14. Adrian Bourke 15. Eoghan O'Dwyer 16. Colm Skehan 17. Charlie Langley 18. Joey Kelly 19. Dwayne Stanley 20. Ollie Delaney 21. Tommy Connelly 22. Eoin Long 23. Phil Kelly.

U-16 Boys: Kilfeacle 7 – 38 Thurles
Thurles travelled to the hill last sunday to take on a Kilfeacle side that are building a formidable team. Thurles did not take their opponents for granted and the first half proved to be a tight affair. Thurles were first to score when from a penalty the forwards made a lot of movement and the ball was passed to Michael Ryan with some work to do he touched down. The conversion was converted by Jack Flanagan.

Thurles scored next when Nick Cooney made a break up the wing and was supported by Ed o Gorman who scored under the posts. Kilfeacle had their purple patch 10 mins before half time when they opened up Thurles a few times. It was the Thurles scramble defence that saved Thurles. Kilfeacle piled on the pressure and were rewarded with a converted try.

Thurles upped their game and after some tactical kicking by the out-half, Thurles went over for three more tries which were all converted. Thurles's next match is away in the quarter final of the cup to Fethard or Dungarvan.

Bruff RFC Notes

Courtesy of:- Seamus Sheahan, Club PRO

Ulster Bank League Division 2B: Bruff -v- Tullamore
It was a case of what could have been for the senior team who were away to Tullamore in the UBL league on Saturday. Bruff lead for most of the game but only had a losing bonus point to show for their efforts at the end of the 80 minutes. It was a fantastic game of flowing rugby played in ideal conditions in the Spollanstown venue in Co Offaly.

Cheered on by a large travelling support Bruff were quick to start and had a try after 6 minutes. A Tullamore scrum in the middle of the field was sent retreating causing an untidy pick for the home sides no. 9. Bruff openside Andy White was quick to bounce which caused the ball to squirt out. Scrumhalf Tony Cahill kicked the ball into the Tullamore 22 and good chase by the Bruff backs forced Tullamore into a rash clearance kick. The ever alert Bruff winger Declan Bannon picked up the ball and broke a number of tackles before releasing centre Darragh Mulcahy to score in the corner.

Tullamore didn't waste much time and replied with a try of their own with 11 minutes on the clock to make the score 5-5. Bruff dominated territory and possession for the next 25 minutes and the pressure was rewarded on the 36 minute mark. Bruff were awarded a scrum on the Tullamore 5 metre line setting up a solid platform for No 8 Jake Considine to pick and drive. Bruff held on to the ball well and after a number of phases Captain Davie Horan borrowed under the Tullmore defence for the 5 pointer. That was the end of the scoring for the opening 40 making it 10-5 to Bruff at half time.

Tullamore pressed hard for the opening period of the second half but it was Bruff who were first to score. Bruff forced the home team into a knock on and from the resulting scrum out half Davie O Grady put in a huge relieving kick from the Bruff 10 metre line. Again the chase was excellent and Tullmore were forced into giving away a penalty in front of their own posts. Bruff winger Declan Bannon converted the chance to make it 13-5 Bruff.

Again Tullamore were quick to respond and added a converted try on 50 minutes to make it 13-12. On 55 minutes Bruff won a lineout on the Tullamore 10 Metre line. Blind side wing forward Danny Keogh made the hard yards before scrum half Tony Cahill made a cheeky dart around the Tullamore fringes. He released Davie O Grady who set up Paudie Kilcoyne to touch down under the post. Deccie Bannon added the extras, 20-12 to Bruff. Tullamore again showed their grit and added and converted try on 58 minutes to make it 20-19.
Bruff's last score of the game came on 72 minutes when a dominant Bruff maul was hauled down 30 metres from goal. Again Bannon stepped up and slotted the kick to make it 23-19 to Bruff.

But it was Tullamore who had the last say. With just 3 minutes left on the clock Tullamore were awarded a penalty which they kicked to touch. Bruff defended the maul well but were unable to stop the Tullamore forwards from crossing the white wash. The conversion was missed and the game finished 23-24 to the home team.

Team was: 1.Davy Horan 2.Johnny Clery 3.Timmy Quirke 22.Ger O'Connell 5.Kevin Madigan 6.Danny Keogh 7.Andy White 8.Jake Considine 9.Tony Cahill 10.Davy O'Grady 11.Declan Bannon 12.Darraagh Mulcahy 13.Sean Darcy 14.Paidi Kilcoyne 15.Brendan Deady 16.Keith Laffan 17.Mike Carroll 18.Mike Cooke 19. Olly White 20. Shane Doona

U20 Donal Walsh Trophy Section B
The U-20s were beaten 19-12 by Old Crescent in Bruff on Saturday. Paul Downes was the only Bruff scorer on the day kicking 4 penalties in a game which never got going for the home team.

Bruff are now in 10 points after 4 games, with 2 wins and 2 loses.

Bruff Team: Bruff 1-8, Shane Breen, Mikie Walsh, Brendan Keogh, James Keogh , Conor O'Dwyer, Robert Laffan, Niall Mallon, Thomas O'Dwyer 9-15 John Carew, Paul Downes, Killian O Riordan, Cian Tierney, Brian Fanning, Liam Treacy, Anthony Foley Subs, Anthony Neylon, , Killian Sheehan, Darragh Fanning , James Guinea , Kevin Tracey, Ciaran Ryan

Underage Results
Both the U16's and 18's maintained their 100% records with wins over Garryowen & Ennis respectively at the weekend.

The U18's had a 26-6 win on Sunday away to Ennis in the north Munster U18's league. Bruff try scorers were Dylan Reeves-Wasik, Kevin McManus (2) & Darren Kennedy. Kevin McManus was on kicking duties landing 3 conversions.

Squad- Kevin McManus, Dean O'Shea, Odhran Ring, Thomas Breen, Darren Kennedy, Matthew Lockhart O'Dea, Tadgh Leddin, Brady Day, Thomas Quigley, Darragh Moore, Cian Mulqueen, Fearghal Cooke, Gareth Cooke, Conor Fitzpatrick, Simon Divilly, Jack Fitzgerald, Brian Bulfin, David Crofton Young, David Moloney, Cian Clifford, John Bulfin, Jack O'Grady, Dylan Reeves- Wasik, Niall Byrne , Sean Hartigan ,Adam Sheehy ,Cormac Daly ,Aaron Daly ,Lorcan Hayes

Sean McCarthy was the hero for the U16's who were away to Garryowen in Dooradoyle on Sunday afternoon. McCarthy came off the bench to score an impressive 50m solo effort which sealed a 35-20 victory over the light blues.

Bruff lead 23-10 at half-time thanks to trys from Mike O Grady, John Bateman and a fine intercepted try from Jason Fitzgibbon. Out half Bateman also chipped in with 1 conversion and 2 penalties in the opening 40. Garryowen pushed hard in the 2nd half but a 2nd try for Jason Fitzgibbon gave Bruff a bit of breathing space before substitute McCarthy scored the try of the game which was converted by John Bateman.

Squad, U16s Callum Winship, Jamie Carey, Michael O'Grady, John Bateman, Jason Fitzgibbon, David Carroll, Martin Carew, Liam Cunningham, Jack O'Malley, Donnacha McCarthy, Jerry O'Dea, Daniel Gleeson, Bradley Riordan, Michael O'Donovan, Joseph O'Connell, Niall Breen, James Hanly, Seamas Bulaeir, Gearoid Moynihan, Declan Kenny, Mark Hanly, Shea Dunworth , Jamie McCarthy , Jack Houlihan, Jack O Connell, Sean McCarthy & Jonathon Fitzpatrick.

Club news
Club Memberships, annual club memberships are now due for renewal. Please return membership fees to any committee members, or directly to Matt O Callaghan.

Your Club Your country draw tickets are now on Sale. All money raised goes directly to the club. There are fantastic prizes on offer. Contact any club committee member for purchase

Tickets are now available for the Munster -v- Leinster PRO12 Game which will be played on St Stephens day in Thomond Park text 0871386244 to apply.

Fixtures: Please keep an eye on the website for the latest fixtures which will be updated by Wednesday each week. www.bruffrfc.com

Club Shop
We now have new Adult & Children size rugby gear for sale in the Shop. Ideal for Christmas presents. Zip Hoodie €40, T Shirt €20 Poloshirt €25 Tracksuit €35.
Shop open 10.30 – 12 Sunday morning. Contact Ken or Bernard for access outside of these hours.

Blast From The Past: Munster Senior Cup 2010
On Saturday week the senior team meet Cork Con in the quarter-final of the Munster Senior cup. The last time the clubs met at this stage of the competition was in 2010 when Bruff emerged victorious. Here's a look back at the match report.

Bruff added another scalp to their list this season when they ground their way into the Munster Senior Cup semi-final after a hard game in Kilballyowen.

Defences from both sides took charge right from the off with the play going over and back for the first quarter of an hour before Player Coach Eoin Cahill tackled Munster signing Simon Zebo and broke away in midfield before putting Full back Brendan Deady away with a sweet pass to touch down for First Blood.

Despite strong attacking from both sides, it remained 5-0 and there it was to stay until half-time despite one con touchdown being disallowed and another called back for a foot in touch and Brian Cahill missing one penalty opportunity to stretch the Bruff lead.

Brian Cahill stretched the Bruff lead on 50 minutes when he made up for his earlier conversion miss slotting the 35-yarder to make it a two score lead.

Six minutes later constant infringements at the ruck gave Cahill another opportunity to stretch the lead which he duly took and suddenly the constant Bruff pressure seemed like it was paying off in spades.

Five minutes later Cons finally got on the board after grinding their way from the Bruff 22 to allow Frank Cogan to touch down in the corner, Lane not converting however left them with a lot to do.

On 75 minutes we thought the game was all over when Bruff winger broke clear of the Bruff twenty two and looked like having a clear run to the line only for the play to be called back for a Con Scrum on the twenty two.

Bruff finished strongest again and the strong Con defence spared their blushes inside their twenty two a couple of times before the final whistle blew on 84 minutes to give Bruff their step into the Semi-Final.

Final score Bruff 11 – 5 Cork Constitution,
Scorers: Try: Brendan Deady, Brian Cahill 2 pens

Waterpark RFC Notes

Courtesy of:- David Bowe, Club PRO

Junior 2 League: Waterpark 42 – 10 Cashel
The Waterpark second team picked up their first win of the season in Ballinakill last weekend. The home side produced their best performance with this comprehensive win over Cashel. Waterpark made three changes to their team following last week draw with Damien O'Dwyer and Morgan Pellissier forming a new centre partnership and Ed Quann coming into the back row. The forwards laid the platform for this victory with hooker John Kelly and second row Paul Dempsey to the fore. While in the backs winger Brian O Halloran put in a good performance.

Waterpark tries came from winger Conor McCarthy who crossed for 2, flanker Keith Dothery, out half Geoff Deegan and replacement Kevin Phelan got one each. Deegan had a good day with the boot landing 4 conversions and 3 penalties for a personal tally of 22 points.

Team: Daniel Grandjean, Brain O'Halloran, Damien O'Dwyer, Morgan Pellissier, Conor McCarthy,Geoff Deegan, Vinny Molloy, Dave Lattimer, Conor Qeually, Keith Dothery, Liam Roche, Paul Dempsey,Naill Dempsey, John Kelly, Paddy Queally Subs Chris McGarth, Shane Pierce ,Kevin Phelan.

Under 20 South league: Kanturk 80 – 7 WIT/Waterpark
Waterpark continue to struggle in this league and fell to their fourth defeat of the season. Waterpark's try came from Angelo Johnston .Next week this side are home to Sundays Well.

East Munster Under 18 League: Cashel 8 – 14 Waterpark
A try from prop Tom Swift in the last play of the game sealed the points in this league game in Cashel on Sunday morning. With this win Waterpark top their section and so secure a home quarter final in the league.

Out-half James Kiersey got the visitors other try and full back Alex Molloy kicked 2 conversions. A lot of work still required from this side if they want to progress further in this competition.

Under 15 Friendly: Clanwilliam 38 – 5 Waterpark
A try from second row John Monaghan was all Waterpark has to show from this visit to Clanwilliam. So plenty of work needed on the training ground to help improve this side but they have a lot of potential which always helps.

Under 13 Friendly: Dungarvan 48 – 26 Waterpark
Waterpark played the Dungarvan under 14s in a friendly fixture last Saturday morning. The game was broken down into 3 twenty minute games.The visitor's tries came from Rory Boland, Alex Cronin, Ely Cullen and Colm Power. Cullen kicked 3 conversions.

Minis
Over 150 members of the Waterpark minis travelled to Dublin last weekend to take on Lansdowne RFC in a blitz and then on to the Aviva to watch Ireland and Georgia. A great day was had by all, and a special thanks to JP Monaghan for organising the day. JP's micro management skills are top notch and he has been nominated to co-ordinate such events in the future.

This Week's Fixtures
U-14 Away to Waterford City Wednesday ko 7pm
1st Home to St Senans on Sunday ko 2.30pm
2nd Away to Carrick on Sunday ko Noon
Under 20's Home to Sunday Well on Saturday ko 2.30pm
Under 16's Home to Wexford On Sunday ko 11am
Under 14's Home to Fethard on Sunday ko 11am

Shannon RFC

Courtesy of:- Síofra Scanlan, Club PRO

There was a great local derby played in Thomond Park last Friday with our Senior XV playing UL Bohs on the main pitch. As always it was a high spirited match with both sides not wanting to concede to the other. In the end though it was our Shannon Seniors that won out on the night. An important victory in all respects and many thanks to the supporters who all came along to cheer on the lads!!

This weekend see our Seniors playing in the North of Ireland against Ballymena.

We understand that this is a fair distance for people to travel so if you are unable to remember that the match will be updated live on the day via our ClubAPP

Your support is always important so if you can, come along and support your local club and your local team

Fixtures for this week are as follows
Saturday 22th November
Seniors ~ AIL ~ Ballymena V Shannon, 2.30pm, Eaton Park, 209 Raceview Road Ballymena

Sunday 23rd November
2nds ~ MSSL~ Nenagh V Shannon, 2.30pm, Nenagh
Ladies ~ AIL ~ Shannon V St Senans , 1.00pm, Thomond Park

Remember If you cannot come to the matches we would ask that you come out and support any of our upcoming events. All details can be found at www.shannonrfc.com

Events & News
Shannon RFC Table Quiz
Come along and support your local club. Shannon RFC are hosting a table-quiz night in the Clubhouse on Thursday November 27th at 8pm. As always it will be a great night out with lots of prizes to be won.
To book a table (four to a table €;40) please contact
Barry McConkey – 0872793007
Denis O'Driscoll – 0868377263
Tom Hackett – 0872237119

ERCC ~Munster V Sale Sharks Thomond Park Weekend 23rd/24th/25th January 2015 – A Great Christmas Gift for ALL

Shannon RFC have a number of tickets available for our Club Members for this ERCC match. Why not make someone's Christmas by giving them a gift of tickets to this ERCC match. If interested, please contact Tadhg Crowe, on 087-6524958.

Club Assistant Treasurer Needed
Due to a work commitment abroad our current assistant treasurer has had to step down. As a result the position of volunteer assistant treasurer has now become available and Shannon RFC are excepting applications from anyone who may be interested. A background in an accounts environment would be an advantage but not essential. Anyone who may be interested in applying can email their details to secretary@shannonrfc.com

Support Shannon RFC Everytime You Shop at Tesco (Coonagh Roundabout Branch)
Great news! Now every time you shop at Tesco you'll be helping Shannon RFC.
How can you get involved?
Each time you shop, you'll receive a goodwill token which you can use to vote for Shannon RFC to receive fundraising from the Tesco Community Fund.
Every six weeks, money from the Tesco Community Fund will be shared out according to the number of tokens each cause receives. So remember to support your Club on your next shop.

Volunteers Always Needed
All at Shannon RFC would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who helped out at the club in 2013. It is much appreciated. We are currently looking for people to help out with upcoming fundrasing events. If you are a student doing a course in the media/ marketing sectors or English, retired, unemployed or would like to donate your free time we would urge you to support your Club and Volunteer. It is a great opportunity to develop your current skills and always looks great on a C.V. If you would like to volunteer in the club during 2014 please contact any committee member. All details can be found on our website at http://www.shannonrfc.com/contact.html

Shannon RFC App
Please feel free to share the link with anyone who may be interested. We would love some feedback from all of you who are following us on the app so feel free to email me directly at siofrascanlan@gmail.com If you still have not downloaded yet here is the link. http://clubapplive.com/shannonrfc

Get Your Name Out There On Our Website
Do you want to get your company name more widely known? Are you a tradesman looking to advertise at a reduced rate? Why not advertise with Shannon RFC. We are currently in the process of setting up a Shannon RFC Tradesperson's page on our website. This will be a one stop contact page for all kind of trades and businesses. We urge any member, supporters or local business to get involved. It is a great way to advertise at a fraction of normal rates. The cost for an advertisement is €;50.00. Anyone who wishes to place an ad or would like more information please contact Siofra on 0863018993 or email siofrascanlan@gmail.com

A Great Gift for All
Why not give someone near or far the gift of a Shannon RFC membership. A great gift for any occasion with the added bonus of supporting your local club. Packages, including family membership, are available. Should you wish to find out more information or purchase membership please contact Tom Hackett at honsec@shannonrfc.com

Please Drive Carefully Through Coonagh
We would ask everyone to please take care, slow down and observe the speed limit through Coonagh Village on the way to and from the matches and training.

Your club, Your Thoughts
We always like to hear from our members near and far. If you have a story, any interesting historical information or an article about the club that you would like to share we would love to hear it. Any submissions for consideration can be sent to siofrascanlan@gmail.com

Underage Training and Fixtures Sunday 23rd November
Minis
10.00am
U6/7 Top Pitch
U8s Blitz v ULBohs @ ULBohs
U9 Top Pitch
U10 Blitz @ Coonagh "New Pitch"
U11s "Well Pitch"
U12s Training Pitch

Youths
11.00am

U13 "Well Pitch"
U14 League UL Bohs v Shannon 11.30 Annacotty
U15 Training Pitch

11.30am
U18 Training Pitch

Saturday 22/11
2.30
AIL V Ballymena @ Ballymena
follow on "Twitter" @shannonrfc or Clubapp


There will be registration in the cabin this Sunday from 10.30 am
*Please note that all players, coaches and managers are required to become members of the club*
We now have WIFI in Coonagh its sponsored by Auto exchange and the password is "iloveautoxchange"
*Please support our gear / food shops in Coonagh*

Thought Of The Week
"The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential… these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence"