North Munster Branch delegates at the Limerick Charity Cup launch. Front row: Brian Nolan (Fixtures Secretary); David Kennedy (Secretary); Gerry O'Shea, (Senior Vice-President), Michael Goggin (Past President, Munster Branch). Back row: Tadhg Crowe (Shannon RFC), Tony Wells (Nenagh Ormond RFC), Davi

Limerick charity cup to kick off rugby season

Published: Thu 20 Aug 2015, 9:42 AM

Last updated: Thu 20 Aug 2015, 10:43 AM

The senior rugby season commences next week with the Limerick Charity Cup kicking off on Monday, 24^th August in Dooradoyle.

Garryowen and UL Bohemian will host the two opening matches taking on fellow Limerick clubs Thomond and Bruff.
On Tuesday, 25^th August, Shannon host Old Crescent in Coonagh and the following evening, Wednesday, 26^th August Nenagh Ormond entertain Young Munster at New Ormond Park.
The competition is well supported every year by the general rugby public whose gate proceeds are donated to various charities.
This year donations will be made to Milford Hospice, the IRFU Charitable Trust and the Redemptorist Fathers Christmas Poor Campaign.
The semi-finals are scheduled to take place on the 1^st & 2^nd September with the following draw.
Tuesday, 1^st September: Nenagh Ormond/ Young Munster v UL Bohemian/Bruff at 7pm
Wednesday, 2^nd September: Shannon/Old Crescent v Garryowen/Thomond at 7pm
The competition promises a feast of rugby with an opportunity to make a significant contribution to local charities ahead of the upcoming Ulster Bank League.