The senior rugby season commences next week with the Limerick Charity Cup kicking off on Monday, August 24. Garryowen and UL Bohemian will host the two opening matches taking on fellow Limerick Clubs Thomond and Bruff. On Tuesday, August 25, Shannon host Old Crescent in Coonagh and the following evening, Wednesday, 26 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.
Limerick Charity Cup Fixtures
Mon., 24th August Garryowen FC v Thomond RFC, Dooradoyle, kick-off 7pm
Mon., 24th August UL Bohemian RFC v Bruff RFC, Annacotty, kick-off 7pm
Tues., 25th August Shannon RFC v Old Crescent RFC, Coonagh, kick-off 7pm
Wed., 26th August Nenagh Ormond RFC v Young Munster RFC, kick-off 7.30pm
The Semi- Finals are scheduled to take place on the 1st and 2nd September
with the following draw.
Tues. 1st September Nenagh Ormond/ Young Munster v ULBohemian/Bruff, kick-off 7pm
Wed. 2nd September Shannon/Old Crescent v Garryowen/Thomond, kick-off 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.
