Rugby Support Group

This fundraiser finances the type of rugby projects in the College that are  listed further down this page. 

You can buy a book of 6 tickets for €50.

About the Rugby Support Group

The Cistercian Rugby Support Group is a collection of volunteers who provide focused fundraising and support to the CCR Rugby Programme. All of the committee are volunteer-based, with all funds directed toward student and player improvements.

The major fundraiser is an annual raffle that takes place approaching Christmas annually and we hope to add to this with our new direct debit Monthly Draw.

See some examples below of the support that has been provided to date;

  • Hudl video analysis software for matches
  • Additional Rugby and Strength & Conditioning Coaches for all year groups
  • Personalised kit for teams and coaches
  • Hire of 4G pitches for camps including UL Sports Facilities
  • Post-match meals and bus hire
  • School Rugby Trips and Tours
  • Upgrading of the School Gym including floor matting
  • Various gym and training equipment such as mats, tackle bags, tackle suits, etc.
  • Radio equipment for improved coaching communications on match days
  • Reseeding and sanding of 1st Pitch and annual maintenance including fertilising and weeding
  • Player Support and Development
  • Annual CCR Rugby Blitz
 

Our group has strived to help in any way we can to improve CCR Rugby and with your help and support, we can continue to grow and develop this programme.

Rugby Support Group Committee: 

  • Emma Flynn
  • Aidan O Neill
  • Kate Deegan
  • Jason Tooher
  • Martina Doody
  • Eoin Fleetwood
  • Kevin Barry


New additions are also always welcome.

College Reps:

  • Colm Maloney – President
  • Brendan McKeogh – Director of Sport
  • Mark Butler – Director of Rugby

About Our Annual Draw 26

  • You will receive an immediate receipt via email.
  • We will email you your ticket number(s) also (please check your spam folder) or direct lodgement to the following bank details


Some of the prizes:

1st prize: 6 Nations Tickets x2 to Ireland vs Italy Sat. 14 February 2026

2nd Prize: 6 Nations Tickets x2 to Ireland vs Wales Fri. 6th March 2026

3rd Prize: 6 Nations Tickets x2 to Ireland vs Scotland Sat. 14th March 2026

4th Prize: 2 x Tickets to a Manchester United Home Match

5th Prize: Weekend in Abbey Glen

6th Prize: Weekend stay in a ‘Super Host’ Air BnB Cottage 

7th Prize: Round of Golf at The Galway Bay Golf Resort