Coaching set-up confirmed for new season at Nenagh Ormond

As always, the summer break seems to have flown by and we find ourselves at that time of the year again where thoughts turn to preseason training and a return to action on the playing fields for 2022/ 23.

Nenagh Ormond have announced details of its coaching team for the upcoming season as they look to build on the achievement of consolidating our position in Division 2A of the Energia All Ireland League in what was a challenging season in terms of injuries and Covid related disruptions.

There is continuity in the set up in terms of our Director of Rugby and Manager roles with John Long and Eoin O’Callaghan filling the respective positions.

Long serving player and Nenagh man Derek Corcoran brings his wealth of experience in various player coach roles over previous seasons to the Head Coach position and is joined by assistant coaches Dan Fogarty, Colm Skehan and James Hickey for the coming season.

Dan Fogarty is a familiar face to all in Nenagh Ormond having played for many seasons at senior level after coming through our underage system. More recently he has enjoyed a successful move to coaching and had considerable success as Under 20 coaches with Shannon.

Colm Skehan is a Thurles native who has built up considerable playing experience at senior level with Young Munster over the last number of years. He is also highly skilled as a Strength & Conditioning Coach which is the role, he takes on with Nenagh this year as well as well as adding to the playing resources of the squad.

Finally, James Hickey joins the set up bringing a wealth of experience built up over many seasons of coaching with Shannon, Young Munster, UL Bohemians, as well as Glenstal College. James will take responsibility for the forwards.

The club has also selected Willie Coffey as club captain for the coming year and wish him every success in the role.

The team have been working hard in terms of strength & conditioning for a number of weeks and training on the field is now underway once again. All players new and old are welcome to training in Lisatunny on Tuesday and Thursdays at 7.30pm. Contact John Long 0879253112 for any further details.

Under 20: As the start of a new season rapidly approaches and thoughts turn to pre-season training it is a busy time in other ways for many young players as they make the transition from schools and underage rugby to adult rugby. For many this transition can be complicated by the move to third level education and life in new, unfamiliar surrounds.

At Nenagh Ormond, they feel they can provide an exciting opportunity for players in or moving to the North Munster region this season.

The U20s team will train with its Senior Rugby squad giving players exposure to top class rugby and strength and conditioning coaching with our experienced coaching team. Also, it opens a pathway for players to test themselves at senior level in Division 2A of the Energia All Ireland League as well as having regular match time in the North Munster Under 20 competitions.

Nenagh Ormond are an ambitious club with a consistent level of achievement since our foundation in 1884 and with many exciting plans in terms of rugby and infrastructural development in the coming seasons.

They strongly advise any young players considering their options in terms of Under 20 and or adult rugby to get in touch as soon as possible to discuss their options. Also check out its social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for regular updates of news and events in the club. For more information contact Ger Ryan on 087 9906206 or send a message through any of our social channels.

Split the Bucket: Our Split the Bucket Fundraiser is now back in full swing. This is an incredibly important fundraiser that generates income for all levels of the club. It is unique too in comparison to many club lotto’s and other draws as it guarantees a winner each week. Our latest winner is Michael Mackey who receives a jackpot of €567. Well done Michael and thank you to you and all our other regular subscribers for your support. New subscribers are welcome any time with a range of options from one off up to annual entries available. These also make a fantastic gift for any occasion so please keep us in mind if you have a gift to purchase. Go to nenaghormondrfc.com/products for purchasing options or contact any committee member who will be glad to help.

Golf Classic: Thanks to all the teams and sponsors who made our Golf Classic in Nenagh recently such a success. Congratulations to all our prize-winners listed below. A special mention to Mike McMahon, Aidan Doyle and John Long for their efforts in organising the event and finally thank you to Joe Mulqueen and ABP Nenagh for the refreshments on the course on the day. As always, all support for our club and its fundraising efforts is much appreciated. Without this generosity we could not do the work we do.

The following were the prize-winners were: 1st - Carey Glass team 121; 2nd - Keith Stritch 110; 3rd - Joe Austin 109; 4th - Grainne Gleeson 107; 5th - John O’Donoghue 109; 6th - Jim Ryan 109; 7th - Jamie Quigley 109; 8th - Hanly team/Sarah Baker 103; 9th - Billy Morgan 106; Nearest to Pin: Shane Ryan - 8th, John Keane - 15th; Longest Drive: Ronan Hunt - 7th, Tony Scroope - 13th.