CAPTAIN Jim White. It includes all Leinster based League of Ireland clubs from the Premier Division and First Division, as well as a selection of intermediate level sides.The competition marks the return of the cup since it went on hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ireland. Last four years: 2001 Section A finalists; 2000 Section A semi-final; 1999 Section A winners; 1998 Section A winners. CAPTAIN Alex Kelly. After winning the Leinster Junior Cup, they qualified for the Leinster Senior Cup. Should definitely be more obdurate this time around but the end product is unlikely to change. COACHES Johne Murphy (head coach), Adam Coyle, Brian Croke, Niall Kane, Henry Bryce, Jon Newsome. Newbridge brings a group of players blended between players that made the final that never was in 2020 and those who won the 2021 final. Despite having beaten tomorrow's opposition, recent form suggests a Belvedere victory, but nevertheless a potential upset. Players from last year: Iaun Wallace (prop), Harold Leech (hooker), Gareth McCuskey (second row), Paul Swaine (second row), Lloyd Williams (flanker), David Popplewell (scrum-half), Henry Wilkinson (centre), Marc Culhane (wing), Richard Morris (full-back), Mark England (number eight). They were followed in by Terenure College (2009), St Gerard's School (2010), Clongowes Wood College (2011), St. Michael's College (2012), (2019) and Blackrock College (2013), (2018). Verdict: A strong nucleus from last year's team, they will be expected to account for St Andrew's first time out, but would then enjoy the dubious pleasure of encountering Blackrock College. [citation needed]. Players from last year: John Duffy (second row, capt), Colm McMahon (second row), Brian Melvin (flanker), Dermot Grimes (number eight), John Davis (outhalf). In this table, the result of the replay is given below the result of the drawn game. If they get over first hurdle, could make semi-finals at least. Leinster Schools Senior Cup SF St Michael's Coll V Blackrock Coll KO 3pm. The Leinster Schools Senior Challenge Cup is the premier rugby union competition for secondary schools affiliated to the Leinster Branch of the IRFU. Players from last year: A O Connor, M Gray, Stuart Abbott, S Wallace, Brian Hastings, M Hastings, O Ashiru. Leinster Senior Cup. Michael's will be a tough hurdle first up, but their passage looks easier from there. CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY SCHOOL There are plenty of options for the cerebral playmaker with fellow international Finn Treacy a focal point of the attack. In addition, Leinster Schools captain Alex Mullan and Michael Colreavy are influential members of a fine pack of forwards. [citation needed], The inaugural winners were C.B.C. The translation of CBC Monkstowns motto Certa Bonum Certamen means fight the good fight. Verdict: Not the best draw for the Bray school as they take on league champions Castleknock in the first round. Participants: 17. Coaches: Derek Jennings, Derek Earley, Dave Breslin, Ciaran O'Donnell. Certainly, the Williamstown school has all the ingredients needed to go back-to-back, led by captain Oliver Coffey. SQUAD Luke Begley-Taylor, Edward Deering, Fionn Devereux, Joseph Durkan, Gregory Ewing, Liam Flaherty, Gavin Foley, Mark Gallagher, James Gannon, Jack Halpin, Alex Holt, Zack Hopkins, Cillian Jacobs, Lucca Jennings, Ethan Kenny, Tom Keogan, Kern Kinnear, David Leane, Luke McGill, Daniel McNulty, James Molloy, Jack Moloney, Matthew Morrisey, Evan Moynihan, Gavin Mulvihill, Sen Murray Norton, Aaron OBrien, Oisn OMalley, Tiernan OShea, Luke Policky, Patrick Power, Oran Reid, Sam Ryan, Ruadhn Smyth, Jamie Smyth. Blackrock College v Presentation College Bray, Energia Park, Monday KO 3.00. Monkstown. Kilkenny has had a very solid season, going well in the League before coming up short against Gonzaga in the semi-final. There is maturity at half-back where both Sam Wisniewski and Ross OConnor should be able to guide the game plan. It is currently contested by LFA affiliated League of Ireland clubs, Leinster Senior League Senior Division clubs and invited teams from the various LFA affiliated junior leagues. S t Mary's certainly didn't come to play second fiddle and they started . They were able to get the better of Blackrock in the Noel Turley Memorial Trophy at Belfield in November, always a good thing. Having played 70 minutes, the two sides now faced an additional 15 minutes extra time. First held in 1887, the competition celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2007. Likely to meet Gonzaga and then Monkstown or Newbridge, none of whom will have Mick Quinn's charges trembling. Last five years: 2000 semi-final (Section A); 1999 semi-final (Section A); 1998 first round; 1997 semi-final (Section A); 1996 semi-final (Section A). Should make the penultimate stage, possible finalists but not winners. Ireland U19 contenders in out-half Sean Naughton and tight-head prop Adam Watchorn are cornerstones for how they wish to exploit the opposition. - Bobby Byrne (coach). They have split the captaincy between goal-kicking number eight Danny Ruane and centre Peter McEntegart. Assistants: Enda Gormley, Conor McPhillips. Leinster Schools' Senior Cup Draw And Team-By-Team Guide Belvedere College John O'Sullivan Sat Jan 31 1998 - 00:00 Belvedere College Record: P 16, W 10, L 6. Unlikely to progress. Out-half Conor OShaughnessy, prop Tom ORiordan, hooker Mikey Yarr, utility forward Jack Angulo and wing Maxim Aschenbrenner made the bench on that special day. If St Columba's qualify for Section B, fine, but they should not be just thrust in. Their two defeats came against Terenure and St Mary's, whom they may face in the second round. Out-half Louis Gaughan is a capable game manager and Andre Ryan is a top-notch competitor in the midfield. St Michael's College 27 Clongowes Wood College 17. It is named in memory of Vincent Murray, a teacher in Clongowes Wood college who trained the rugby team and died in December 1999. Coaches: Philip Rigney. Kilkenny College and Temple Carrig School have won the cup once. Railway Union and UL Bohs kept their unbeaten run going as the Robins moved top, Blackrock are just behind them in third, while Wicklow got the, City of Armagh hung onto top spot as Buccaneers are just one point behind them in the table, elsewhere no positions changed after the results, as Old, Blackrock College are back on top of 2A after a dominant display over Barnhall that sees them drop to fourth, UL move off the bottom while Nenagh, Enniscorthy picked up a huge scalp over Galway Corinthians while Galwegians are six points away from moving out of the bottom two places, Greystones, Railway Union and UL Bohs kept their unbeaten run going as the Robins moved top, Blackrock are. Charles Foley bagged a late try to ensure St Michaels advanced to the semi finals of the. This match traditionally takes place on Saint Patrick's Day at Aviva Stadium (formerly Lansdowne Road). GONZAGA COLLEGE Half-backs Tadhg Brophy and Paddy Taylor have an eye for an opening and centre Ciaran Mangan and full-back Todd Lawlor have the exquisite footwork to take advantage. The Offaly school have enough Interprovincial players back from a galling first-round loss to Wesley last year to drive them. Cian ODonnell, Cuan Hussey, Daniel Buckley, Danny Killeen, David McGovern, Eoghan OHanlon, Joshua Breslin, Liam Guckian, Louis Cahill, Luan Moloney, Luke Power, Mathew Shaw, Milo Quinn, Nathan Ocampo, Odhran Buckley, Riley Scales, Ronan Mahon, Rory Balmaine, Thomas Chadwick, Yuhang Tong. CAPTAIN Josh Perrem. CASTLEKNOCK COLLEGE While the Junior Cup kicks off on Tuesday, 7 February. Verdict: Having already won the league, Castleknock should mount a strong cup campaign. [citation needed], The cup, and the schools who play for it, have a history of producing rugby players who have gone on to play for the Ireland national rugby union team. SQUAD Aaron Bennett Muphy, Aaron Wallace, Andrew Gordon, Ben Fisher, Charlie Hempenstall, Chris Collins, Chris Maclachlann Hickey, Chris Quirk, Cian Mitchell Doyle, Darragh Fox, David Gilmore, Evan Pearson, Ferdia Spain, Finn Nolan, Finn ONeill, Hugh Archer, Jack Freyne, Jack Roberts, Joseph Cullen, Johnny Cazzini, Louis McSweeney, Maghnus ODonnell, Milo Campbell, Oran Handley, Paddy Collins, Rian Handley, Ryan McNeill, Ryan Price, Sam McMullin, Shane Pedlow, Thomas Gaughan. Blackrock come into this campaign with victories over the likes of Terenure, RBAI, CBC Cork and Methodist, balanced out by defeats to Gonzaga, Newbridge, St Michaels and Clongowes. Players from last year: Diarmuid Ryan (second row), John Freeman (second row), Gavin D'Alton (prop), Stephen Punkster (out-half), Brian McCloskey (centre). [citation needed], The 2020 season could not be completed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and as a result the title was deemed shared for the first time by Clongowes Wood College and Newbridge College. It is also the subject of satire through the Ross O'Carroll Kelly newspaper column and novels. Leinster players: D McAllister, S Jenkinson, J Barretto, R McDonnell. A mediocre pre-season may culminate in their dismissal by Clongowes, whom they meet in the second round. Players from last year: D Myers, P Caldwell, S Rand, J Wynne, M Pitt, C Glynn, K Sothern, J Broadhead, O Ekuma-Nkama, A Trenier. Greystones lead at the top grew to six points after Corinthians slipped up, elsewhere Belfast Harlequins and Sligo are still within a shot at promotion. Made the league semi-final but had some heavy defeats against the better sides in friendlies. The 2023 Bank of Ireland Leinster Schools Senior Cup will start on Sunday when fierce rivals St Michaels and Belvedere come together at Energia Park. Players from last year: Ross Wynne (centre, capt), Jonathan Fennell (centre), Dan Downey (out-half), Ross McNally (hooker), Jamie Collins (flanker), Justin O'Malley (second row). The Leinster Senior Cup was first played for in 189293. Four captains have gained the distinction of lifting the cup twice, Larry McMahon (Blackrock College, 1929 and 1930), Garret Gill (Blackrock College,[3] 1962 and 1963), Jonny Mion (Blackrock College) in 1989 and 1990, Barry Gibney (Blackrock College) in 1995 and 1996. The draw is favourable. 53.3210197-6.233105499999999. Attendances are high for a schoolboy competition, with up to 25,000 present at the final. The award, "Powerade Leinster Rugby School of the Year", has been given at an annual Leinster awards ceremony. Captain Stephen Smyth is transitioning from the back row to hooker in a pack where loose-head Toyin Smith and flanker Paddy Bramley sets a physical tone. [citation needed], The competition has been subject to criticism from various quarters for putting undue pressure on its schoolboy participants, and for being "elitist" (most of the competing schools are fee-paying; as of 2020 the most recent tournament victory by a non fee-paying school was De La Salle Churchtown's 1985 win). [7] The cup was not played again until 2010. The 91st Leinster Senior Schools Cup Final in 1977 was between Blackrock College and St Mary's College, and finished level at 12 points each at the end of normal time. Coaches: J Casey, D Maybury, R O'Toole, T Kearns. It will come as no surprise, in light of the personnel, to hear that Belvos pack of forwards is the largest in the competition. Week four of the Energia Cup, Railway Union And UL Bohs are out to keep their unbeaten run going, Railway Union and UL Bohs both kept their unbeaten status alive after the thirds round of cup, One game to be decided from the Week 3 cup ties as Railway Union travel to take on Old Belvedere in, Week 3 of the Energia Cup brings us yet more exciting ties as we have a repeat of the conference. Players from last year: J Canavan, B Carson, A Cloonan, G Doyle, T Fahy, M Hayes, J Hedigan, R Leyden, H Lord, B McArdle, B McGarrity, B McLoughlin, Gary Murphy, Gavin Murphy, B O'Brien, D O'Brien, E O'Griofa, E O'Meara, D O'Reilly, K Smith, T Whelan, J Wickham, G Woodcock. The school is one win away from their first ever Leinster Schools Senior Cup triumph. Players from last year: J Challenor, P Daly, P Duffy, J Louth, C Manning, C Mescall, K O'Neill, J Reid, G Ryan, S Crawford, K Collins, S Avakov. [17][failed verification]. Belvedere has a dozen players back from last years squad to provide much-needed experience in dealing with the top tie of the first round. Andrew Sparrow takes responsibility for the armband as the kind of imposing player others are only too glad to follow. A big second half comeback saw Marist College emerge victorious in the winner take all clash with, Sligo Grammar defeated Marist in Athlone this afternoon to top Pool B and set up a Semi Final clash, A last-gasp try Shay McGovern helped the Jes beat St. Muredachs and qualify for the final four of, Summerhill College beat Garbally in a cracking display of rugby to ensure their spot in the, Summerhill emerged victorious over the Jes in Galway this afternoon to take a stronghold of first, Diarmuid OConnell stars as Sligo Grammar School got their Connacht Schools Senior Cup, A fantastic second-half display of rugby from both sides ended in Colaiste Iognaid (The Jes), Summerhill opened their Connacht Senior Cup campaign with a five-point victory over St. Muredachs, Sligo Grammar are the 2022 Connacht Senior A Schools League Champions after narrowly edging out. Prospects: Should have the measure of CUS but a likely clash with St Michael's should end their interest in the cup. Coaches: V Costello, J Burns, T Geraghty. CAPTAIN Thomas Chadwick. Could have gone further with a better draw. The 2023 Leinster Senior Cup is the 119th staging of the Leinster Football Association's primary competition. [citation needed], The 2021 cup campaign did not take place due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Prospects: Section A winners Mount Temple will relish the opportunity of taking on one of the weaker B sides in CBC Monkstown. The semi-finals of the schools senior cup will kick off on the week of 6 March, with the full fixture . There is an even spread of experience as four backs and four forwards return from last years squad. Sascha Byrne. The club Match Day. Summerhill College v St. Muredach's College. City of Armagh hung onto top spot as Buccaneers are just one point behind them in the table, elsewhere no positions changed after the results, as Old Belvedere further extended their recent winning streak. Coaches: B O'Hagan, W Robertson, B O'Keeffe. - Paul Cunningham (Head Games Master). What upset might happen this week. By extension, it also gives the Leeson Street school a shot at the Senior Cup where they will be battle-hardened. Ireland half-back Tom Murtagh is a clever playmaker close to the action and centre Harry Roche-Nagle brings an edge to the three-quarters. CLONGOWES WOOD COLLEGE [citation needed]. SQUAD Conor Bourke, Sam Bourke, Matthew Brady, Finn Brien, Billy Corrigan, Alkan Dal, Mikey Doyle, Adam Dutton, Cian Eddy, Max Eggleston, James Healy, Dylan Henry, Dan Jordan, Finn Kelly, Luke Kelly, Sean Kenny, Zach Kirby, Ross Mackey, Adam McDonald, Jack McDonald, James McDonald, Cormac McGrath, Odhran Meade, Daniel Moraghan, Jack Murphy, Niall OCallaghan, Ronan OBoyle, Darragh OSullivan, Cathal Ryan, Lorcan Smith, Adam Tighe, Finn Treacy, Tadhg Treacy. In doing so they also caused one of the biggest upsets in the history of Leinster football. WESLEY COLLEGE The inaugural final saw Leinster Nomads defeat Dublin University 21. Outstanding players in Andrew Dunne and Andrew Cullen. CAPTAIN Jack Murphy. COACHES Justin Vanstone (head coach), Ben Manion, John McKee, Daniel Moore, Shane Murray, Seamus Toomey. Retain a strong spine from year's side and given a reasonable draw could have made progress but will not find Blackrock accommodating and therefore another school destined for an early exit. Terenure College leads with 4 (1957, 1964, 1969 & 1987), followed by Belvedere College with 3 (1930, 1944 & 1962), next St Michaels College (2010), St Mary's College (1943), Newbridge College (1939), Cistercian College Roscrea (1910) and Blackrock College (2017) with 1 each. SQUAD Adam Bolton, Adam Fitzsimons Nolan, Ben Sharpe, Cal Traynor-Russell, Charlie Blackmore, Charlie Cave, Charlie Flusk, Charlie Meagher, Christopher OToole. Players from last year: Gareth O'Reilly (out-half), John Corcoran (centre), Graham Hamill (wing), Gus Stewart (hooker), Mark O'Sullivan (wing), Alan Brady (number eight). Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 first round; 1998 first round; 1997 first round; 1996 first round. Will Terenure College still be at, Clontarf were big winners over Terenure to close the gap to three points as they leapfrog Cork Con, There are only seven rounds of normal action left in the league campaign and things are really, There were wins for Terenure College, Cork Con, Ballynahinch, Young Munster and Lansdowne at the, Its a big weekend for all the teams in the top four. Players from last year: Simon Keogh (scrum-half, capt), Gerry Cleary (prop), Fiachra Baynes (wing), John Byrne (flanker). In September 1967, the then Minister for Education Donogh O'Malley introduced free secondary school education. New York State's law on charter schools changed in important ways in April 2014 and May 2010. This match will be all about performance for St Andrew's with not even the remotest chance of victory, unless they can conjure one of the great cup upsets. A number of games will be streamed live which you can view here. [citation needed] With five wins, C.B.C. Players from last year: B Donohue, K McInerney, E Nevin, C O'Keeffe, D Reynolds (injured), C Ryan, D Walsh. Last five years: 2000 beaten finalists; 1999 first round; 1998 beaten finalists; 1997 winners; 1996 semi-final. Prospects: Not altogether appetising given that they face Newbridge in the first round, a side that hammered them 31-0 during the pre-season. SQUAD Adam Larkin Smithers, Andrew Carroll, Billy Bohan, Calum Murphy, Christopher Jennings, Ciaran Mangan, Conor Manifold, Daniel Connolly, Dara Cosgrave, Hugo Owens, Jack Dennis, John R Walsh, John Sheedy, Joshua Montgomery, Mark Masterson, Max Wilson, Paddy Martin, Paddy Taylor, Patrick Forde, Ronan McGroary, Rory Allen, Ruair Byrne, Ruair Munnelly, Sam Berney Treacy, Shane Davitt, Shane Treacy, Tadgh Brophy, Tadhg Kelly, Todd Lawlor, Ben OConnor, Billy Cross, Charlie OLoughlin, Conor Hanly, Daniel Cox, Sam OLoughlin. SCHOOLS According to Peter Byrne this also resulted in a popular giant killing chat "Remember Olympia once beat Shels". The Leinster Schools Senior Challenge Cup is the premier rugby union competition for secondary schools affiliated to the Leinster Branch of the IRFU. Scrum-half Sean Finlay started for the Leinster Schools, while Jack Deegan, James Conroy and Charlie OSullivan are backs who can change a game. In a rollercoaster of emotion normally reserved for Hollywood blockbusters St. Marys College, Newbridge College are the first team into the hat for the Semi Final stage, after they produced a, Clongowes have booked their spot in next Mondays Leinster Schools Quarter Final, after, Gonzaga College have put the rest of the Quarter Finalists on notice after an emphatic 64-15 win, Cistercian College Roscrea produced a strong second half comeback to overcome Catholic University, CBC Monkstown needed a late penalty try to ensure they would book a safe passage to the last eight, St Marys College advanced to the next stage of the Leinster Senior Schools Cup as they, Clongowes Wood College held out for a huge 17-15 victory over Terenure College, after a really, Newbridge College have booked their place in the last eight , after a slick performance to beat a, Following the conclusion of the Celtic Challenge tournament, Greg McWlliams has named a 32-player, Clontarf and Terenure remain focused on the other at the top, Shannon and UCD picked up big wins as, Railway Union and UL Bohs kept their unbeaten run going as the Robins moved top, Blackrock are. [2] For most of this era Bohemians and Shelbourne were members of the Irish Football League.[3]. New coach David Wright succeeds Derek Cole who stepped down after 28 years but his first cup campaign in charge will end with a defeat to league finalists King's Hospital. Out-half Charlie Hempenstall, a Leinster U18 representative last year, will aim to move the team around the pitch and showcase his talent. Verdict: Probable champions. In 1998 there was Clongowes Wood College and then there were the. In flanker Stuart Abbot they possess a player of outstanding ability and, in tandem with Stephen Wallace, an impressive back row. Prospects: Despite a strong representation from last year's side, High School have suffered in pre-season. St Michael's College 27 Clongowes Wood College 17. Prospects: Had to withdraw from the senior league because of injuries, a problem that has deprived them of key players. Prospects: Beaten finalists in the league, King's Hospital should be too accomplished for both High School and St Columba's but may come a cropper against pre-tournament favourites Terenure in the quarter-finals. Event. Players from last year: R Shannon, C Malone, B Fitzgerald, S Davis, G Collins, G Carthy. Quarter Final: 2023-02-23 15:00:18 23 February 2023: Blackrock College v Cistercian College Roscrea: 70 . 21.9k. There are six rounds left of regular 1B action. - Stephen Tonge (coach). To date, only one of these non-fee paying schools has managed to win the Senior Cup. The other plum tie comes in the shape of Terenure versus Clongowes Wood next Wednesday. Most valuable player: Jake Mulraney 600k. The pack of forwards is big enough and smart enough to go toe-to-toe with a typically skilled backline, headed by Moynihan. Players from last year: J Kelly, E McNally, J Collery, R Burns, C Sookram, T O'Brien, P de Barra, J Maher, T Bass, N O'Byrne, S Loane. Be among the first to hear the latest news from Donnybrook and the RDS and get information on tickets and merchandise. Blackrock College have only been defeated in successive finals on two occasions. They will be out of their depth and that fact should be illustrated quite painfully by King's Hospital. COACHES Kolo Kiripati (head coach), Alan Long (backs), John O Dowd, Tyrone Elliott, John Butler, Michael Lawlor, Annie McCarra Prospects: Traditionally a very strong school in Section A, their graduation to the main draw without recourse to playing is merited. Prospects: Face a nightmare opening match against St Mary's and if they survive, Newbridge won't be much easier. Schools Rugby : Gavin Cummiskey looks back at one of the finest sides to have won the Leinster Senior Cup competition. Leinster U18s in loose-head Eoin McDermott, giant second-row Alan Spicer and number-eight Alex Usanov ensure a physical edge. Tournament records Wins: St. Pat's 8 time (s) 15.75 m. Total market value. Players from last year: John McKenzie (prop), Killian Lynch (number eight), Ken Walsh (centre). These are Blackrock, who have achieved this feat 26 times (1910, 1912, 1927, 1933, 193536, 194243, 1945, 1948, 195354, 195657, 1962, 1964, 198182, 198687, 1995, 2004, 2006, 201314, 2018), St Michaels twice (2012 & 2019), Gonzaga college Mixed form in the league gave way to an impressive 8-0 win away at Castleknock in the quarter-final and a battling 22-12 loss to Newbridge in the semi-finals. Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 final; 1998 semi-final; 1997 quarter-final; 1996 first round. Players from last year: Adam Shehabeddin (out-half), Aaron O'Grady (second row), Ian Dumbleton (flanker), David McElroy (flanker). Clontarf and Terenure remain focused on the other at the top, Shannon and UCD picked up big wins as Garryowen have been relegated from 1A. TERENURE COLLEGE CAPTAIN Shane Treacy. Leinster School's Senior Cup Games; Stats; News; Leinster Schools Senior Cup 2022/23. have also been finalists.[5]. Prospects: One can empathise with head gamesmaster David Sherwood when he questions St Columba's sudden elevation to Section B. It has taken the players quite a while to adjust to senior level. SQUAD Toyin Smith, Stepehen Bailey, Adam Watchorn, Harry Peavoy, Jake OSullivan, Paddy Bramley, Gavin Atkinson, Stephen Smyth, Jack Campion, Sean Naughton, Dean Symes, Ivor Fenton, Glen ORourke, Jack Tully, Danny Benn, Jasper Kelly, Dylan Hendy, Robert Powell, Ian Calbeck, Geroge Wakeham, Josh Bennett, Max Pasberger, Michael Adewuyi, Louis Kemp, Gavin Trayer, Malachy Corbett, Dan Akerlind, Jamie Maxwell, Joe Landers, Daragh Bevan, Ross Neill, Robert Lalor, Adam Cope,, Sam Smyth, Josh Mills, Jack Mackey. Cistercian College Roscrea v Catholic University School, Lakelands Park, Friday (February 3), KO 2.30. Verdict: "We are building a new side this year and they are coming nicely together. As a result it has been a difficult season. Verdict: Took part in a memorable semi-final last year and, at their best, could make the same stage this season. Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Schools Cup Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Schools Senior Cup (54) Fixture List - Schools Senior Cup. -Market value: 34k. In September 2013, Beauchamps Solicitors became the title sponsor for the Leinster Schools Senior Cup. With no disrespect to Mount Temple, Monkstown are fortunate not to have drawn a strong team. Leinster U19s extended squad members Alex Kelly and James Ruddy, last years locks, are back for another crack. To date, only six schools have achieved the Senior and Junior Cup "double". Verdict: "We're very hopeful. Injuries hampered them early season, but this could prove the match of the round. Verdict: The premier side in Section A by virtue of last Wednesday's victory, they face a tough game against Newbridge. Projects developed with SARA funding must also set aside 30% of units for homeless seniors referred by a City or . CAPTAIN Paul Flanagan. CISTERCIAN COLLEGE, ROSCREA SQUAD Adam Randall, Alex Cross, Alex Hemeryck, Alex Kelly Arthur Ashmore, Blayze Molloy, Brian McCarthy, Callum McDonald, Chris MacNulty, Cian OBrien, Conor Caso, Conor Lysaght, Dan Daly, Daniel Baugh, Dermot Collins, Fiach Devitt, Gavin Keane, George Strickland, Harry Mallon, Henry Nagle-Roche, Harry Thompson, James Boyle, James Wyse, Joey Moynihan, Kavy Mebuin, Kosi Ugwueru, Luke Boylan, Luke Murtagh, Marcus Lyons, Mark Cox, Matthew Kelly, Matthew Roche-Nagle, Matthew Ruddy, Max Coveney, Max Doyle, Max Duggan, Oscar OBrien, Padraic Spillane, Patrick Brophy, Ross Adams, Ross Doyle, Reuben ONeill, Ryan Thompson, Tom Byrne, Ton Grehan, Tom Murtagh. 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