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Diarmuid Barron promoted to Munster senior squad as Jack Crowley joins academy

Munster has announced its academy make-up for next season.

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Dave Kilcoyne and Kevin O’Byrne commit their futures to Munster

Loosehead prop Kilcoyne has signed a three-year extension with hooker O’Byrne signing a two-year deal.

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St Munchin's hold off dramatic rally to seal Pres semi-final

Seven tries, each one brilliantly executed in the course of a game that reflected the competition in the most favourable possible light, featured in St Munchin's 27-24 victory over Limerick rivals Castletroy College.

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PBC ease into quarter-finals with win over Castletroy

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PBC claim hard-earned victory over Crescent

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Bandon Grammar School play through the pain following death of former pupil

Shane Daly absorbing the wisdom of legend Larkham

Young players of massive potential will get a chance to make their mark for Munster over the coming months.

Thu, 26 Sep, 2019

Hayde destroys Sonia record held since 1987

It was another day of records at the Irish Life Health/Munster Schools’ Championships which took place in blustery conditions at Cork IT.

Mon, 20 May, 2019

Christians edge low-scoring Cork derby to claim landmark Munster Senior Schools Cup

It won’t go down in the annals of history as a classic Pres-Christians encounter but CBC did enough to claim the Clayton Hotels Munster Senior Schools Cup coming out on top 5-3 in Musgrave Park.

Sun, 17 Mar, 2019

Brian McMahon: 'We have gone way further than we thought we would this year'

Excitement is building on the Mardyke Walk as Presentation Brothers College gear up for tomorrow’s Munster Schools Senior Cup final.

Sat, 16 Mar, 2019

Moss Finn on the rugby legends to emerge from PBC-CBC rivalry

In Cork two rugby nurseries, a mere 2km apart, Schools Cup legends linger long in the memory.

Sat, 16 Mar, 2019

How Munster can reap rewards of west Cork rugby revolution

In the midst of the Six Nations hype, the provincial coaches beaver away with reduced playing resources, trying to keep the ship afloat and a season’s work on track over a series of Guinness PRO14 games which, by and large, pass unnoticed.

Wed, 13 Mar, 2019

'We got lucky': Pres pull off smash-and-grab victory to set up final with Christians

Presentation Brothers College will contest yet another Clayton Hotels Munster Senior Schools Cup final after a dramatic 19-18 win over Bandon Grammar.

Wed, 06 Mar, 2019

‘We’ve learned our lessons from last year,’ says PBC’s McMahon

Record-chasing Presentation Brothers College aren’t letting the lure of another Munster Schools Senior Cup final get in the way of their preparations.

Wed, 06 Mar, 2019

Christians beat Ardscoil to ensure all-Cork final in Munster Schools Senior Cup

Cork’s CBC were impressive as they scored seven tries at Musgrave Park to reach the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup final.

Tue, 05 Mar, 2019

Rockwell College hold on for impressive win over PBC

Rockwell College held on for an impressive Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Junior Cup win over Presentation Brothers College, beating the Cork men 16-13 in Musgrave Park.

Wed, 27 Feb, 2019

Stellar students to be honoured at glittering UCC awards night

A Six Nations standout, All-Ireland winner, GAA All-Star, and an International Rules debutant are sprinkled among a stellar collection of 11 sporting talents to be recognised for their achievements in the past year by UCC this evening.

Mon, 09 Apr, 2018

‘It wasn’t about competing; it was about winning’

Glenstal Abbey 18 - CBC Cork 17: The decades of heartbreak are over for Glenstal Abbey. Yesterday the Limerick side were crowned Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup champions with a sensational one point victory over Christian Brothers College Cork at Musgrave Park.

Mon, 19 Mar, 2018

Glenstal won’t be overawed in quest for first crown against CBC

Glenstal Abbey head coach Sean Skehan is optimistic the school can finally break their duck in the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools’ Senior Cup when they meet CBC Cork in tomorrow’s decider at Musgrave Park (4pm).

Sat, 17 Mar, 2018

Novel final but CBC forewarned of quality

It is a novel pairing for the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup final at Musgrave Park on Sunday as Glenstal Abbey, in their third decider, face Christian Brothers College Cork, who have merrily picked up silverware over the decades.

Fri, 16 Mar, 2018

Case of history repeating in a magnificent age-old rivalry

It was a time when nothing else mattered. An entire season’s toil and effort distilled into a handful of knockout schools’ cup matches, all geared towards making the final on St Patrick’s Day.

Fri, 09 Mar, 2018

Skilful Glenstal Abbey charge past Crescent Comp

Glenstal Abbey 30 Crescent Comprehensive 10

Tue, 06 Mar, 2018

Munster taking no chances against weakened Zebre

Michael Bradley, the former Ireland scrum-half and now head coach of Italian side Zebre, was last night casting an envious eye at the strength of the squad announced by his Munster counterpart Johann van Graan ahead of tonight’s Guinness PRO14 tie at Thomond Park.

Sat, 10 Feb, 2018

Pres prepare to defend Munster crown

The Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup begins this week, with holders Presentation College Cork amongst the first to see action when they take on Castletroy College at Muskerry today, a double-header programme with the schools meeting first in the Junior Cup at 1pm. Barry Coughlan looks at all 10 teams schools involved in the opening rounds of both cups and

Tue, 16 Jan, 2018

Glenstal Abbey v Presentation Brothers Cork - Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup Final

Castletroy clash first up for holders Pres

Presentation Brothers, Cork, will begin the defence of the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup with a first-round game in Cork against Castletroy College, Limerick.

Thu, 30 Nov, 2017

Munster v Leicester Tigers - European Rugby Champions Cup Pool 1 Round 3

Patience pays as Tyler Bleyendaal named Munster Player of the Year

Tyler Bleyendaal’s patience and trust that he would make a meaningful contribution to his Irish province after almost two seasons on the sidelines won its rewards yesterday when the New Zealander was named 2017 Munster Player of the Year.

Fri, 05 May, 2017

Resolute Duncan Williams still pushing for perfection

Saturday’s European Champions Cup semi-final against holders Saracens should mark the most important day in Duncan Williams’ professional rugby career.

Fri, 21 Apr, 2017

Duncan Casey: In Munster, the kids are more than alright

Schools’ rugby has transformed lately and, this year, I was blown away by the physical condition of the boys, writes Duncan Casey.

Sun, 19 Mar, 2017

Mighty Pres won’t underestimate final challenge

Glenstal Abbey in the role of David and Presentation College, Cork, as Goliath make for a fascinating and novel pairing in this afternoon’s Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup final at Thomond Park (4pm).

Fri, 17 Mar, 2017

Christians keep faith to power into cup decider with Crescent

CBC Cork 15 PBC Cork 0: After a 15-15 draw in their first meeting, Christian Brothers College produced the goods to deservedly advance to the final of the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Junior Cup at the expense of local rivals Presentation College at Musgrave Park yesterday.

Thu, 16 Mar, 2017

Holders Crescent qualify for St Patrick's Day final after stunning 19-5 victory over Castletroy College

Crescent Comprehensive 19, Castletroy College 5: Holders Crescent qualified for the St Patricks Day final at Thomond Park when they scored a well deserved 19-5 victory over Castletroy College in the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Junior Cup at  UL. 

Tue, 07 Mar, 2017

Glenstal weather storm to end long wait

Glenstal Abbey 21  Ardscoil Rís 20 Munster Schools Senior Cup, Thomond Park: Amid tremendous excitement and high drama at Thomond Park yesterday, Glenstal Abbey bridged a 47-year gap when they just survived a magnificent rally by Ardscoil Rís to qualify to meet PBC in the final of the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup on St Patrick’s Day.

Fri, 03 Mar, 2017

Evan Cusack returns as Ardscoil Rís seek revenge on Glenstal Abbey

Giantkillers Ardscoil Rís have their sights set on another scalp as they face Glenstal Abbey in the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup semi-final at Thomond Park today (2.30pm).

Thu, 02 Mar, 2017

Call to make wearing of headgear compulsory

Fine Gael senator Kieran O’Donnell yesterday called on the IRFU to make the wearing of protective headgear compulsory for rugby players.

Fri, 10 Feb, 2017

Neptune complete glorious treble

Neptune completed a glorious weekend cup final treble yesterday when their U20 starlets saw off the challenge of Kubs 85-75 at the National Arena.

Mon, 30 Jan, 2017

Niall McNamara try inspires St Munchin’s

St Munchin’s 20, Glenstal 3: A try by prop Niall McNamara in the opening minutes provided the springboard for St Munchin’s to produce a promising performance in beating Glenstal by four unconverted tries to a penalty goal in the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Junior Cup on the 4G pitch at UL yesterday.

Fri, 27 Jan, 2017

Crescent bounce back to set up clash with PBC

Crescent Comp 31 St Clement’s 7: Last year’s beaten finalists and 2014 champions Crescent shook off the impact of a heavy defeat by CBC in the first round when running out 31-7 winners over St Clements in the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup at Thomond Park yesterday.

Thu, 26 Jan, 2017

Scannell brothers get just rewards for super Munster performances

The call-up of the Scannell brothers, Niall and Rory, to Ireland’s RBS 6 Nations squad is as much a cause for celebration at Dolphin as it is Munster.

Tue, 24 Jan, 2017

PBC show their intent with six-try demolition of Ardscoil Rís

Ardscoil Rís 5 Presentation Brothers 40: A PBC team of considerable talent turned in a high quality performance at Dooradoyle yesterday when running in six superb tries in beating Ardscoil Rís in the first round of the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup.

Thu, 19 Jan, 2017

Rory Scannell making the most of his opportunity

It says plenty about Rory Scannell’s form this season and his immense contribution to Munster’s run of form that he has kept his place in the centre ahead of Springbok Jaco Taute and Francis Saili, an All Black.

Thu, 12 Jan, 2017

Anthony Foley: One of the game’s greatest

Anthony Foley’s talent was spotted early on and he went about fulfilling every inch of his potential, writes Charlie Mulqueen.

Mon, 17 Oct, 2016

Rugby mourns Ireland Grand Slam hero Bertie O'Hanlon

The death has occurred in Cork of Bertie O’Hanlon, the last surviving member of the Irish team that won the Grand Slam and Triple Crown in the 1948 International Championship. 

Tue, 27 Sep, 2016

Rory Scannell looks to the future after season of stunning personal progress

As trying a season as it has been for Munster, a bright spot has been the emergence of a new generation of homegrown talent that gives Rory Scannell optimism for a resurgence in his province’s fortunes.

Tue, 10 May, 2016

Fergal Conway tackled by John Hurley 19/1/2016

Munster Junior Cup final set for another cracker

Three weeks after a memorable drawn game in Cork, Crescent College Comprehensive and Christian Brothers College, Cork are set to do battle again in the replay of the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Junior Cup final at Thomond Park today (2.30pm).

Wed, 06 Apr, 2016

Relieved coach Neil Lucey hails Christians hero Richard Thompson

CBC coach Neil Lucey was delighted at the gutsy performance that helped the Cork school to a record 29th Munster Schools Senior Cup victory at Musgrave Park yesterday.

Mon, 14 Mar, 2016

Christians can top honours list

Christian Brothers College could be top of the Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior Cup order of merit with 29 titles by mid-afternoon tomorrow.

Sat, 12 Mar, 2016

Crescent turn on the style to beat Castletroy in Munster Schools Senior Cup semi-final

Crescent 33 - Castletroy 12 

Fri, 26 Feb, 2016

PBC do enough to hold off late rally from nine-man Douglas

Presentation Brothers College 2 Douglas Community School 1: Despite a late rally, Presentation Brothers College had just enough to hold off nine-man Douglas Community School and capture the Munster Senior Schools’ Cup.

Sat, 13 Feb, 2016

Crescent put icing on cake late on

Crescent 29 Castletroy 3

Fri, 12 Feb, 2016

Rory Scannell aims to kick on with win over Ospreys

Two members of the Scannell clan, Niall and Rory, were glad to have last week to themselves following a hectic schedule of Munster matches stretching back to October.

Thu, 11 Feb, 2016

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