Castle Avenue is set for something a little special this weekend, as Ireland U18s take on Wales U18s in an international clash on home soil.
Kick-off is at 1:00pm, and if you’ve ever wondered where the next generation of Irish internationals are coming from, this is your chance to find out before everyone else does.
Hosting international rugby at Castle Avenue is a proud moment for the club, and it gives supporters a chance to see some of the next generation of talent in action. . The match also carries a local connection, with Harry Heagney – named at hooker – having been part of the Clontarf setup in recent weeks.
Expect pace, skill, and no shortage of ambition as two proud rugby nations go head-to-head.
A few important details:
Entry is managed by the IRFU
€10 adults / €5 children
Pay at the gate
So whether you’re a regular on the sidelines, a minis parent, or just looking for a great game of rugby – get down early, grab a spot, and enjoy what promises to be a cracking contest.
Ireland U18 Schools Team to Face Wales
The Ireland U18 Schools squad for the fixture has been confirmed, featuring a strong spread of talent from across all four provinces and this season’s schools competitions.
1. Herbie Boyle (St Michael’s College/Leinster Rugby)
2. Harry Heagney (Glenstal Abbey/Munster Rugby)
3. Alex Stinson (RSA/Ulster Rugby)
4. Dara Walsh (Corinthians RFC/Connacht Rugby)
5. Alex Ryan (CC Roscrea College/Munster Rugby)
6. Thibault Campbell (Wesley College/Leinster Rugby)
7. Michael Smyth (Terenure College/Leinster Rugby)
8. Xabi Scanlan (Castletroy College/Munster Rugby)
9. Johnny Woods (Wesley College/Leinster Rugby)
10. Michael Kenny (Newbridge College/Leinster Rugby)
11. Luke Kelly (Newbridge College/Leinster Rugby)
12. Ryan McCormack (Ardscoil Rís HS/Munster Rugby)
13. Niall Fallon (Terenure College/Leinster Rugby)
14. Matthew McCarthy (St Michael’s College/Leinster Rugby)
15. Finn Brennan (Kilkenny College/Leinster Rugby)
Replacements:
16.Brion Donagh (Newbridge College/Leinster Rugby)
17. Lewis Robinson (Regent House/Ulster Rugby)
18. Rory O’Brien (Terenure College/Leinster Rugby)
19. Tom Murray (PBC/Munster Rugby)
20. Hugh Keaney (Clongowes Wood/Leinster Rugby)
21. Rian Macfarlane O’Shea (PBC/Munster Rugby)
22. Lewis Lenihan (Bandon Grammar/Munster Rugby)
23. Alex Moloney (PBC/Munster Rugby)
24. Daniel Murphy (PBC/Munster Rugby)
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