Ambitious Conor Oliver ready to stake his claim at Munster

When you star in a Blackrock College side that wins the Leinster Schools Senior Cup and become a stand-out selection in Ireland teams at underage levels, a glittering rugby career is virtually assured.

Conor Oliver was just that player as he scored the first try in Blackrock’s 22-17 victory over Clongowes in the 2014 schools final and caught the attention of national selectors in three successive age grades.

Surprisingly, Leinster didn’t offer him a place in their academy but he had no hesitation in accepting a similar offer from Munster. He is now midway through his second year at which stage he has played seven games for the senior side including the full 80 minutes in the memorable victory over the Maori All Blacks in front of a full house Thomond Park in November.