Would boast a 30/70 chance of winning a second-round match if they make it. There have been encouraging signs of a serious revival at St Marys this season with a talented squad that has enjoyed some eye-opening wins. have also been finalists.[5]. Pres Bray should be a completely different prospect this time around, all their starters are retained from last years squad. Thats plenty of time for many more twists and turns something we associate with this division, given its hyper competitive nature. This page was last edited on 24 February 2023, at 15:44. Wes doesnt lack quality further out where centre Johnny Cazzini and full-back Finn Nolan always have an eye for a gap. MU Barnhall are the new league leaders in 2A, Blackrock just behind them on score difference, Nenagh are into the top four, while elsewhere UL Bohs produced a shock defeating Queens. Last five years: 2000 winners; 1999 quarter-final; 1998 winners; 1997 beaten finalists, 1996 semi-final. With the introduction of a new rugby structure at the school, the boys have been building understanding. Players from last year: Andrew Dunne (out-half, capt), Andrew Cullen (flanker), Johnny Burns (wing), Brian O'Malley (centre), Sean Brophy (prop). Monkstown has won the Vinnie Murray Cup the most times. The Clane school is looking for a tenth Senior Cup, the last one coming when the pandemic forced a share of the laurels with Newbridge in 2020. The competition and schools rugby in the four provinces has also been praised with "Irish (rugby) game in debt to schools rugby". He takes part in several campaigns with the school, including the Leinster Junior Cup. A number of games will be streamed live which you can view here. Gonzaga College (2017)[14][15][16], Schools Senior Cup Rugby in Leinster is divided into 4 tiers in two sections, and each cup competition bears a name. Newbridge College v Kilkenny College, Energia Park, Tuesday KO 3.00. Young team with excellent performers in Des Dillon and Gordon D'Arcy, they beat both Terenure and St Mary's. Monkstown. Prospects: A thankless task in facing Terenure. Difficult to see them upsetting Roscrea, so sadly a first-round exit. City of Armagh hung onto top spot as Buccaneers are just one point behind them in the table, Blackrock College are back on top of 2A after a dominant display over Barnhall that sees them drop, Marist College produce big comeback to set up Summerhill clash, Sligo Grammar defeat Marist to top Pool B and set up Jes clash, Last gasp try sends The Jes into Final Four breaking Muredachs hearts, Summerhill secure top spot beating Garbally in cracker, Ice cool Summerhill overcome Jes challenge, Sligo Grammar edge CBS Roscommon at home in Senior Cup opener, Second-half heroics helped The Jes beat Garbally in the Connacht Senior Cup, Summerhill defeat St. Muredachs in tricky conditions in opening Senior Cup fixture, Grammar edge their rivals Summerhill for Senior A League crown, Blackrock College Cruise To Leinster Semi Final Berth, PBC Weather Late Munchins Storm to Reach Cup Final, Munster Schools Senior Cup Preview: PBC V St Munchins, CBC And Crescent College Comp To Do It Again Next Week, Munster Schools Senior Cup Preview: CBC V Crescent College Comp, Crescent College Comprehensive into final four with win over Ardscoil Rs, PBC Setup Munster Senior Cup Semi Final With St Munchins, Rockwell College Make Quarter Final Stage In Emphatic Fashion, Crescent College Edge Action Packed Tie With Grammar, Late Foley Try Books Final Four Spot For St. Michaels, Captain Sparrow leads Box Office Comeback Story as St. Marys just fall short, Newbridge Produce Statement Performance To Make Final Four, Clongowes Advance to Leinster Quarter Final On Second Successful Attempt, Gonzaga On The Radar After Opening Round Conquest, Dunne Spearheads Roscrea Second Half Charge Into Quarter Finals, CBC Advance To Last 8 With Winning Penalty Try, Late Penalty Try Gets St. Marys College Over The Line, Clongowes Wood College overcome Terenure College in tight battle, Newbridge College march on with victory over Kilkenny College, Combined Provinces Proves Fruitful Ahead Of 2023 Womens Six Nations, Blackrock finish year on a high to be crowned Division Champions. Terenure will also be looking to their Austrian out-half Caspar Gabriel Lorin to help things along in attack alongside the very capable Elliot Mallen at scrum-half. Coaches: Dermot Kelleher, John Huggard, Brett Igoe. Prospects: Bray have not managed the success that one would expect from a side that contains 10 players from last year. [citation needed]. 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. Cistercian Roscrea is in the first year of the stewardship of Kolo Kiripati and Alan Long. Leinster Schools league Rugby Times. It was also only the forth time that no Dublin based school qualified for the final, 1932 (Pres Bray V Newbridge), 1941 (Newbridge V Roscrea), 2011 (Clongowes V Roscrea). Bective FC are Seeking a Head Coach for their U20s Side, Blackrock and St Michaels advance to Junior Cup semi-finals, Schools Senior Cup Semi-Final Details Announced, 12 Leinster Rugby players selected in Irish womens Six Nations squad, Job Opportunities: Provincial Talent Coach and Pathway Athletic Development Coach, Womens National Talent Squad, Leinster Rugby are inviting applications for the position of Head of Commercial and Marketing. 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. Participants: 17. Coaches: Stephen Tonge, Derek Guy Lewis, Shane O'Neill. GONZAGA COLLEGE The squad is captained by the talented Richie Whelan and the loose forward was joined by Connacht U19 captain Max Flynn at training with the Ireland U19s. 11:45 am Players from last year: J Walsh, S O'Farrelly, Niall Byrne, Keith Doyle, A Murray, B O'Connor. They are looking forward to defending last year's title against De La Salle in what should be a very competitive game. Tournament records Wins: St. Pat's 8 time (s) 15.75 m. Total market value. Having caught the eye of the Leinster Talent Identification coaches, Charlie Meagher continues to lead the charge for provincial recognition and honours at U18s. [5] Shouldn't lack confidence, but might not be strong enough to make an impact in Section B. CAPTAIN Andrew Sparrow Players from last year: John Bagnall (flanker), Peter Gibson (number eight), B Curran (prop), Ricky Milligan (prop). In fact, it was their watertight defence that kept them a step ahead of Temple in the semi-final, hooker Patrick McIlduff and prop Jack Bourke showing up well. CISTERCIAN COLLEGE, ROSCREA 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. 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. Blackrock College v Presentation College Bray, Energia Park, Monday KO 3.00. Despite falling behind to an early. Last five years: 2000 quarter-finals; 1999 second round; 1998 second round; 1997 first round; 1996 first round. Mar 15th 2015, 7:30 PM. T he early. We will not be underestimating our first-round opponents." Verdict: Stand at 1-1 in their meetings with Gonzaga this season. Players from last year: Conor Hegarty (out-half, capt), Michael Costyan (number eight), Johnny O'Toole (scrum-half), Simon Hunt (wing). [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. As a result it has been a difficult season. It is the most experienced side that Pres has ever fielded with three representative players in the first fifteen. Blackrock College ran in ten tries as they sealed an emphatic win over Cistercian College Roscrea, PBC had to endure a nervy finish as Munchins came from 35-10 down to almost snatch victory, PBC look to make consecutive finals in the Munster Schools Senior Cup, while Munchins aim to end a, CBC and Crescent College will have to do it all over again next week in Thomond Park, as late tries, Crescent College seek the chance to retain their title if they can overcome the CBC obstacle, with, Crescent Comprehensive College secured passage to the Pinergy Munster Senior Schools Cup final, PBC have booked their place in the Munster Senior Schools Cup Semi Final after a dominant 52-8 win, Rockwell College advanced to the Quarter Finals of the Munster Schools Senior Cup, with a six try, A late try from Christopher Barrett was enough to see Christian Brothers College snatch a one point, Crescent College advanced to the Quarter Finals of the Munster Schools Senior Cup, holding on late, Clontarf and Terenure remain focused on the other at the top, Shannon and UCD picked up big wins as, Eyes everywhere across 1A this weekend, Clontarf and Terenure both eye up top spot, Shannon try and, Clontarf took control of 1A leading by a single point over Terenure, Lansdowne claimed a scalp over, There are only six normal game days left in the regular season. Prospects: With only six sixth years in the team, Holy Faith did extremely well to qualify from Section A, albeit profiting from a good draw. Players from last year: R Gaughan, C Mullen, D Murray, M Stewart, D Hayes. In 1983 and 1985, De La Salle Churchtown beat Castleknock College and Blackrock College. Lock Mikey OReilly, centre Wilhelm de Klerk, a South African from Johannesburg, and centre/wing Jules Fenelon are all Ireland U19 standard. Leinster Schools Senior Cup; News; Schools; February 28, 2023. They will be out of their depth and that fact should be illustrated quite painfully by King's Hospital. With things going well, we would see a semi-final as a good possibility." - Gerry Hayes (head gamesmaster). 21.9k. Home Farm, Distillery in 194142 and Wayside Celtic in 199899 are the only non-League of Ireland clubs to defeat a League of Ireland club in the final. COACHES Stanley McDowell (head coach), Karl Miller (Lineout/defence coach), Declan Lavery (scrum/breakdown coach) Stephen OHanrahan (S&C), Mark Feeney (forwards coach), Eoin Quinn: (kicking/skills coach). Galway Corinthians reduced Greystones lead at the top of 2B to three points, while Rainey Old Boys put in a strong showing to increase their hopes of a top four finish. Players from last year: John Phelan (hooker), Dermot O'Loughlin (number eight, second row), Peter Corcoran (flanker), Shane Garvey (out-half). The other plum tie comes in the shape of Terenure versus Clongowes Wood next Wednesday. The Leinster Senior Cup was most prominent, however, with coverage from every game played at Donnybrook and every round of the competition. They were able to get the better of Blackrock in the Noel Turley Memorial Trophy at Belfield in November, always a good thing. The 2023 Leinster Senior Cup is the 119th staging of the Leinster Football Association's primary competition. CAPTAIN Oran Handley Date Event Time/Results Ground Match Day; 2023-02-27 15:00:13 27 February 2023: St. Michael's College v Clongowes Wood College: 27 - 17: Energia Park. 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). For the duration of this partnership with Beauchamps, the Senior Cup was known as the "Beauchamps Leinster Schools Senior Cup". Type of cup: Further Cup. 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. There are six rounds left of regular 1B action. Verdict: "We have played High School twice this season, the first time in the first match of the season when we lost narrowly. Bank of Ireland Vinnie Murray Cup . Click on the button below to sign up to the Leinster Lowdown now! Verdict: Took part in a memorable semi-final last year and, at their best, could make the same stage this season. Coaches: D Thornton, C O'Sullivan, G Murphy. The Leinster Senior cup returned for the 2023 season. Attendances are high for a schoolboy competition, with up to 25,000 present at the final. Players from last year: C Klinkenberg, J Moran, S Dunne, R O'Toole, Jenkinson, P Berkery. Five-year record: 2000 quarter-final; 1999: quarter-final; 1998 quarter-final; 1997 round two; 1996 quarter-final. [citation needed], The inaugural winners were C.B.C. Just the one tie following the adverse weather to start the year off, Ballymena edged a tight tussle with Old Crescent as both are now level on points towards the end of the table. Players from last year: Charles Bracken (prop), Mark Cahill (second row), S Coghlan (second row), Niall Glackin (fullback), Shane Harnett (wing), Paul Henry (prop), David Siochain (wing), Vinny Patton (scrum-half), Gareth Rossi (centre), David Walsh (number eight), Kevin Woods (flanker). Verdict: Face the daunting task of taking on defending champions Clongowes in competition's opening match. We have been pitted against a big school where rugby is taken very seriously." City of Armagh bid to hang onto top spot as Buccaneers chase them down, Old Wesley try to mount a charge for the top four, while Banbridge look to claw back UCC at the bottom end of the table. Players from last year: O Coyle (prop), J Jenkinson (back row), T Carter (back row), C Moynagh (centre), M O'Kelly (centre), J Coffey (full-back), S Coleman (wing), A Long (wing). Kilkenny College and Temple Carrig School have won the cup once. Players from last year: S Holland, R Deverell, C Peavoy, G Greene, G Jacob, R Jones, G Rowe, B Thackaberry, B Thompson, T Langley, J Harvey, I Corrigan. January 27, 2023 Performance is likely to bring the only satisfaction. Catholic University School have been impressive in manhandling The High School (41-8) The Kings Hospital (53-0) and St Fintans High School (46-17) in qualifying for the Vinnie Murray Cup final. Despite having beaten tomorrow's opposition, recent form suggests a Belvedere victory, but nevertheless a potential upset. City of Armagh climbed to top spot at the expense of Buccaneers, while Old Belvedere also gained ground with Highfield dropping to fourth after their entertaining encounter. CBC MONKSTOWN Value-for-money dark horses. - Brendan Fanning (coach). Instonians grasp on the 2C title continues to tighten after their 13th successive win of the season, Tullamore, Skerries and Clonmel all secured wins to maintain a top four finish. New York State's law on charter schools changed in important ways in April 2014 and May 2010. [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). By extension, it also gives the Leeson Street school a shot at the Senior Cup where they will be battle-hardened. Brideville were losing finalists in 192324 as were Glasnevin in 192425, Grangegorman in 194647, Transport in 194748, St Patrick's Athletic in 195051 and Longford Town in 195455. COACHES Sean Skehan (head coach), Joe Carbery (Backs), Angus Anderson (forwards), Darragh Coyle, Alex Smith, Ronan McNamara, Brian Fitzpatrick, Aaron OConnor (S&C). Leinster U18s in loose-head Eoin McDermott, giant second-row Alan Spicer and number-eight Alex Usanov ensure a physical edge. While the Junior Cup kicks off on Tuesday, 7 February. Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Schools Cup Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Schools Senior Cup (54) Fixture List - Schools Senior Cup. Prospects: Two weak junior teams in succession have contributed to Monkstown's current plight at senior level. It has taken the players quite a while to adjust to senior level. HPD's Senior Affordable Rental Apartments (SARA) Program provides gap financing in the form of low interest loans to support the construction and renovation of affordable housing for seniors, 62+ years in age, with low incomes. SQUAD Adam Bolton, Adam Fitzsimons Nolan, Ben Sharpe, Cal Traynor-Russell, Charlie Blackmore, Charlie Cave, Charlie Flusk, Charlie Meagher, Christopher OToole. Four defeats in the last four games do not augur well, albeit that three of these were by narrow margins to CUS, Templeogue and Castleknock. Players from last year: G Johnson, A Nolan, R Creedon, BJ McHenry, P Dwane, B Stokes, R Murphy. Certainly, the Williamstown school has all the ingredients needed to go back-to-back, led by captain Oliver Coffey. Ground. Players from last year: Charles Langley (prop), David Dobbs (second row), Adrian Keane (second row), Nicholas Patton (flanker), Patrick Syme (number eight), Nicholas Wolfe (centre). Players from last year: B Donohue, K McInerney, E Nevin, C O'Keeffe, D Reynolds (injured), C Ryan, D Walsh. Players from last year: J Ronan, D Geraghty, J Waldron, D Gannon, C Sharpe, M Whelan, G Fitzgerald, D Mannion. Verdict: Not the best draw for the Bray school as they take on league champions Castleknock in the first round. 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. The 1977 Leinster Senior Schools Cup Final was played on Sunday 20 March 1977 and not the normal St Patrick's Day. Coaches: K Whindy, N McCarthy, D Fassbender. Very well coached and innovative to boot, they will be worth watching, albeit on a once-off basis. The Charter Center is committed to helping existing and prospective charter schools succeed in this ever-changing . SQUAD Adam O Toole, Adam Tobin, Andrew McGloine, Arthur Forrest, Charles Beck, Charlie Byrne, Christopher Lane, Conn Doherty, Conor Roche, Elliot Reidy, Francis Manzocchi, Harry McChesney, Hugh Brownlee, Jack Bourke, Jake Dolly, James O Donoghue, Jinu Nam, Joe Balance, Johnny Doyle, Jude McCrea, Karl Deegan, Killian Bradley, Kiran Byrne, Max Kickham, Nathan Kennedy, Patrick Hopkins, Patrick McIlduff, Rocco Hill, Ryan Brown, Scott Lowry, Simon O Kelly, Tom Ryan, Victor Killane. Universe Find Events Host Events Create Event Features Customers Pricing Sign Up Log In Your Javascript appears to be disabled. Last five years: 2000 second round; 1999 semi-final; 1998 second round; 1997 second round; 1996 beaten finalists. Last five years: 2000 second round; 1999 second round; 1998 first round; 1997 first round; 1996 quarter-final. Last five years: 2000 first round; 1999 quarter-final; 1998 first round; 1997 semi-final; 1996 second round. They have split the captaincy between goal-kicking number eight Danny Ruane and centre Peter McEntegart. Out-half Louis Gaughan is a capable game manager and Andre Ryan is a top-notch competitor in the midfield. Coaches: J Casey, D Maybury, R O'Toole, T Kearns. 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 [citation needed], FreeSports replaced Eir Sport as the competition broadcaster ahead of the 2019 competition where they will broadcast eight games live. Prospects: Should have the measure of CUS but a likely clash with St Michael's should end their interest in the cup. 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 five years: 2000 beaten finalists; 1999 first round; 1998 beaten finalists; 1997 winners; 1996 semi-final. 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. Players from last year: R Shannon, C Malone, B Fitzgerald, S Davis, G Collins, G Carthy. 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: D Kavanagh, Fr J Culliton.. 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. 2B will be as competitive as ever this weekend, with the title race heating up and also a host of teams all in the mix to be in the top four. Gonzaga has enjoyed a very successful season to date, winning most of their friendlies and beating Newbridge College in a high-scoring final to win the Leinster Schools Senior League in December. Catholic University School are the current champions. There is an even spread of experience as four backs and four forwards return from last years squad. CASTLEKNOCK COLLEGE Leinster Senior Cup. Face a potentially tricky tie against Clongowes in quarter-finals but should sneak through that one. It is at the Leinster U18s Schools level that the bulk of their players have excelled, backs Andy Cosgrave, brother to Leinsters Chris, James Sherwin and Paddy Wood showing promise. COACHES Marc Adam (head coach), Connor Kelly (backs), Jacob Maguire (forwards), Mark Synnott (conditioning), Stephen Daly (Manager). Coaches: Philip Rigney. Verdict: "It'll be a very tough match against Roscrea, toss of a coin really, as both schools will fancy their chances. 11 January 2023. Castleknock Director of Rugby Adrian Flavin has overseen steady progress in recent years for a school that last won the Senior Cup in 1965. The second occasion was in 1979 & 1980 when they were defeated in successive finals by Terenure College. ST ANDREWS COLLEGE [citation needed], The competition's final on St Patrick's Day was previously broadcast on TG4, however, this was discontinued in the early 2000s. Mary's shock defeat to Kilkenny last season will make them wary this time around. The 2023 Bank of Ireland Leinster Schools Senior Cup will start on Sunday when fierce rivals St Michael's and Belvedere come together at Energia Park. They pose a tricky assignment for St Gerard's. This outcome has been experienced by seven schools on 12 occasions. Despite hammering the Kildare school earlier in the season, this could prove a stumbling block. The school is one win away from their first ever Leinster Schools Senior Cup triumph. Cistercian College Roscrea v Catholic University School, Lakelands Park, Friday (February 3), KO 2.30. Cork Con edged Trinity this time out and Declan, Weve reached the halfway point in the season and things are starting to really heat up. 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. According to Peter Byrne this also resulted in a popular giant killing chat "Remember Olympia once beat Shels". Leinster players: D McAllister, S Jenkinson, J Barretto, R McDonnell. Prospects: Templeogue have a penchant for edging towards the latter stages of the cup. Kilkenny has had a very solid season, going well in the League before coming up short against Gonzaga in the semi-final. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Assistants: Enda Gormley, Conor McPhillips. Players such as Denis Hickie, who captained his St. Mary's College team to win the cup in 1994, and Gordon D'Arcy have extensive Leinster Senior Cup records. Blackrock and MU Barnhall compete in the game of the weekend in 2A, Queens look to return to winning ways and claw them back, while Nenagh look to keep their promotion push intact. 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). St Michael's set up the mouth-watering prospect of a Leinster Schools Senior Cup semi-final against Blackrock. Coaches: Joe McDonnell, Matthew Ward, Adrian Dungan. - Eddie Geraghty (Head Games Master). Terenure have been improving steadily and, favoured by the draw, should cruise into the semi-finals where they might have too much for Michael's. 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 kept their promotion dreams alive. Six minutes into extra time Blackrock got a try and conversion. COACHES Ben Ryan; Ciaran O Donoghue, Kevin Croke, Nick Owens. However, while they should beat CUS, they will need to peak against Newbridge, in a match in which they will start as underdogs. Verdict: A very young side is unlikely to make any impression this year and should find King's Hospital too strong. CO-CAPTAINS Daniel Ruane, Peter McEntaggart. St Michael's College 27 Clongowes Wood College 17. Led by captain and lock Matthew Somerville, Nure is a youthful side this year with prop Adam Cooper and loose forward Ben Blaney making the quick transition from Junior Cup to Senior Cup this year. SQUAD Alex Tilly, Ben Egenton, Ben Elliot, Ben Foley, Billy Dowling, Cathal OBrien, Charlie Ward, Colm Barrett, Conan Lennon, Conor Boyle, Daniel Ruane, Daragh Enright, David OCallaghan, Eamon Shanahan, Emmet Brady, Hugh OShaughnessy, Jack ONeill, John Cadogan, Johnny Callahan, Luke Donohue, Masimo Papallardo, Max Kennedy, Max Lavelle, Max McKenna, Odhran Malone, Paraic Gildea, Peter McEntaggart, Rob Niland, Ross OConnor, Sam Wisniewski, Sean Mahon, Tom Powderly, Wali Khwaja. 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