So it wasn’t to be for the Lansdowne First XV nor their faithful supporters but Simon McDowell’s Under 9s played their Clontarf opposite numbers during the interval of the men’s Semi-Final at Castle Avenue.

The lads entertained the gathered crowd won their match emphaticallyl and then enjoyed the crisps and drinks,  This was the first time the lads have played such a fixture and seemed to relish playing in front of the large crowd.  Simon reports that there was no sign of the pre-match jitters on the field and they enjoyed the experience.

Thanks to our hosts Clontarf Rugby and we wish you well for the AIL Final next weekend at the Aviva.