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OLD BELVEDERE RFC

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VS MEN’S 1ST XV | 2:30PM AIL DIV 1B | ROUND 2

VS WOMEN’S 1ST XV | 5:00PM AIL DIV 1 | ROUND 2

04 OCT 2025

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

01 President's Message 02 Energia Message 03 IRFU President’s Message 04 Old Belvedere Men’s Team Sheet (H) 05 Away Men’s Team Sheet (A) 06 Old Belvedere Women’s Team Sheet (H) 07 Away Women’s Team Sheet (A) 08 AIL Fixtures & League Table (Men) 09 AIL Fixtures & League Table (Women) 10 Sponsors

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Dear Members & Guests, I am proud and honoured, to serve as President of Old Belvedere Rugby Football Club for the season 2025/26. It is a privilege not only for me, but for my extended family also, who have a long tradition and connection with the club.

This year is a particularly exciting one as we mark the return of our Men’s team to Division 1A in the AIL. Achieving this has been no small task, and I want to sincerely thank everyone who has worked tirelessly including our coaches, players, committee members, volunteers, supporters and mens shed. This commitment and work extends across all our sections, Women, Men, Juniors, U20’s, Youths & Minis. As a club, we have built a strong foundation for what we hope will be a successful and memorable season.

We remain focused on more than results alone. Rugby’s true strength lies in its values —teamwork, discipline, respect, and community. We encourage each of you to embrace these qualities both on and off the pitch, and to continue to support one another in the spirit that makes this club so special. Our great club offers ” a sense of belonging” and as always this extends not just to members but to our guests also.

Together, let’s enjoy the season ahead on and off the pitch and I look forward to seeing you all in Ollie Campbell Park where we will enjoy the journey together.

Best Wishes, 2025/26 Club President Kevin O’Brien

IRFU PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Dear Hon. Secretary, It gives me great pleasure to write to you for the first time in the capacity of President of the Irish Rugby Football Union for the upcoming season, 2025/26.

Following on from the hugely successful celebratory 150th year, I hope our 151st season will be equally memorable. I am greatly looking forward to representing Irish Rugby at home and abroad over the coming 12 months. would like to extend my sincere thanks and best wishes to the outgoing President, Declan Madden, who had a great year.

Our 150th year certainly did not disappoint. It was a season filled with many memorable moments, both on and off the field. None of this would have been possible without the tireless dedication of volunteers across every Club and school in the country. To all who give their time and energy to our game, please accept my heartfelt thanks. The role that these volunteers play at every level in Ireland is unique.

The strength of the direct link they provide from the clubs through the provinces and to national level is what sets us apart from other countries and must be maintained.

I am pleased to see that the strategy for Rugby in Ireland, published last year, continues to guide the Union’s priorities. A recent review of the All-Ireland League has helped ensure that our flagship amateur competition remains vibrant and competitive.

Accelerating the growth of the Women’s game remains one of our central strategic objectives. The season is now beginning with the Women’s World Cup in England which is generating great excitement. We have a very talented and well prepared team and we all wish them every success in this adventure.

We are also indebted to the wide family of Irish Rugby sponsors whose continued commitment enables us to support Clubs, competitions, and representative teams.

Their backing ensures that Irish Rugby remains strong at grassroots level while competing proudly on the world stage.

A new season always brings new challenges, new opportunities, and renewed energy.

I am greatly looking forward to visiting Clubs and engaging with players, volunteers, and supporters across the country in the year ahead. ...continued overleaf

IRFU PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE As we embark on this season together, I would encourage all involved in the game to uphold the Spirit of Rugby values– Respect, Integrity, Inclusivity, Excellence & Fun. This respect must be for teammates, opponents, coaches, match officials, and all who make our sport possible. By living these values, both on and off the pitch, we ensure that rugby remains a game for all With every good wish for a rewarding and enjoyable season, Yours sincerely, Dr John O’Driscoll President

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03. ENERGIA WELCOME MESSAGE As we commence the 2025/2026 Energia All-Ireland League season, Energia is proud to reaffirm our commitment to supporting grassroots rugby across Ireland. This league represents the foundation of the sport, built on the dedication, passion, and spirit of countless players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters in every community.

We recognise that rugby’s true strength lies in these local clubs – where young talent is nurtured, lifelong friendships are forged, and the values of teamwork, resilience, and respect are upheld. Energia is proud to sponsor the league which is a vital part of the game’s future.

This season, as clubs across the country take to the field, we celebrate not only the competition but the extraordinary commitment that keeps the sport thriving at every level. It is this collective energy that inspires us at Energia and drives our continued support for the All-Ireland League.

On behalf of Energia, I wish every club, player, and supporter a safe, successful, and exciting 2025/2026 season.

Gary Ryan Managing Director, Energia Customer Solutions

OLD BELVEDERE TEAM SHEET (M) 1. HUGH FLOOD

2. CALUM DOWLING (C)

4. FIONN MCWEY

6. WILL MCDONALD

3. RYAN MCMAHON

5. EDDIE REES

8. GEORGE METHVEN

7. RONAN O’SULLIVAN

9. CHRIS O’CONNOR

10. DAVID WILKINSON

12. JUSTIN LEONARD

13. JAYDEN BECKETT (VC)

11. ANDRE RYAN

15. MORGAN MEREDITH

14. JACK KEATING

ADDITIONAL INFO

COACHES & MANAGEMENT QUENTON O'NEALE – DOR & HEAD COACH HUGH HOGAN - ASSISTANT EOIN SMYTH – ASSISTANT BRYAN MOLLEN – ASSISTANT DAN HOGAN – STRENGTH & CONDITIONING DARAGH GERAGHTY – MANAGER JAMES ALLEN – PHYSIO DECLAN CASSIDY – ANALYST GAVIN DOWLING - DOCTOR

REPLACEMENTS 16. LUKE MCLAUGHLIN 17. HUGO O’MALLEY 18. ORAN O’BRIEN 19. JAMES RUDDY 20. SAUL FITZPATRICK 21. JOE WHITE

BALLYNAHINCH TEAM SHEET (M) 1. MATTHEW BURKE

2. CLAYTON MILLIGAN (C)

4. DECLAN HORROX

6. BRADLEY LUNNEY

5. RYAN CONNOLLY

8. BRYN WARD

7. ZACK MCCALL

10. JAMES HUMPHREYS

9. CHRIS GIBSON

12. MARK BEST

11. AARON SEXTON

3. JOE MAWHINNEY

13. PIERCE CROWE

15. CONOR RANKIN

14. ROB BALOUCOUNE

ADDITIONAL INFO

REPLACEMENTS 16 JOSH HANLON | 17 JOHN DICKSON | 18 KYLE GILL 19 PETER HEASLEY | 20 PAUL KERR | 21 ETHAN GRAHAM

OLD BELVEDERE TEAM SHEET (W) 1. HANNAH WILSON

2. LISA CALLAN

4. ÉADAOIN MURTAGH

5. NAOISE SMYTH

6. MERISA KIRIPATI

11. KATE BALLANCE

3. KATIE LAYDE

8. LESLEY RING (C)

7. EMILY BYRNE

9. JADE GAFFNEY

10. ELLIE SEXTON O’SULLIVAN

12. KARA MULCAHY

13. JULIA O’CONNOR

15. BROOKE GILROY

14. MEGAN EDWARDS

ADDITIONAL INFO

REPLACEMENTS 16. ⁠SHANA MURPHY | 17. ⁠EILIS DOYLE | 18. CHLOE ERICSON 19. GRACE TUTTY | 20. ZARA MARTIN | 21. HAZEL SIMMONS |22. EOWYN EDWARDS

BLACKROCK COLLEGE TEAM SHEET (W) 1. AOIFE MOORE

3. MEGAN BRODIE

2. NIAMH TESTER

4. KATE JORDAN

5. KOREN DUNNE

8. ⁠HANNAH O'CONNOR (C)

6. REGAN CASEY

7. ⁠MAEVE OG O'LEARY

⁠ 10. ABBY MOYLES

⁠9. AMELIE BIRRELL

12. ⁠ELLA DURKAN

11. ⁠MAGGIE BOYLAN

13. TRINITY TODD

15. ⁠MEABH DEELY

14. ⁠AVA RYDER

ADDITIONAL INFO

REPLACEMENTS 16. SAMANTHA BRACKETT | 17. MOLLY FITZPATRICK | 18. AVA FANNIN 19. CIARA SCANLAN | 20. CARA MARTIN | 21. ANDI MURPHY | 22. NATASJA BEHAN

06. UPCOMING AIL FIXTURES (MEN)

LEAGUE TABLE MEN’S DIV 1A STANDINGS AFTER ROUND 1

ENERGIA AIL ROUND 1 | OLD BELVEDERE VS UCC

07. UPCOMING AIL FIXTURES (WOMEN)

LEAGUE TABLE

WOMEN’S DIV 1 STANDINGS AFTER ROUND 1

ENERGIA AIL ROUND 1 | OLD BELVEDERE VS UCC

13. SPONSORS MANY THANKS TO ALL OUR CLUB SPONSORS FOR THEIR GENEROUS AND CONTINUED SUPPORT. PLEASE, IN TURN, SUPPORT THEM WHERE POSSIBLE.

OLD BELVEDERE RFC

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