Ireland U20 Junior World Cup Squad is announced, supported by PwC

Pictured at the IRFU announcement of the Ireland Under 20 Squad to play in the IRB Junior World Championship in Japan in June are (l - r): Allen Clarke (IRFU U20's Coach), Peter O'Mahony (U20's Captain) and Rónán Murphy (Senior Partner, PwC).

Ireland U20 Coach Allen Clarke announced his 28 man squad for the IRB Junior World Championship tournament this morning at a media conference in the offices of team Sponsor PricewaterhouseCoopers.

The squad is built on the foundation of the U20 RBS 6 Nations Championship squad which saw Ireland finish in the runners up spot behind France who took the title on points difference. David O’Callaghan, Brian O’Hara and Nevin Spence all come into the squad, benefiting from their performances for the U20 development team in their recent game against France in April in addition to Jonny Shiels who was not involved in that game.

Speaking at the announcement, Rónán Murphy, Senior Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers said:

“We are delighted to continue our support for Irish Rugby and for the Under 20’s team in particular. No matter what the challenges in sport or in business, having the right team, with the right talent, will achieve top class performance. At PwC, we are committed to helping clients tackle today’s tough business challenges by having the best people working together. We wish the Under 20’s team success in the IRB Junior World Cup Championship in Japan.”

Ireland has been placed in Pool A of the Junior World Championship which is taking place in Japan for the first time. Their opening three games see them play Argentina, defending Champions New Zealand and newcomers to the championship Uruguay.

The side will be captained again by No.8 Peter O’Mahony, who led the team during the U20 RBS 6 Nations Championship.

Backs (12):

  • Andrew Burke (Garryowen/Munster)
  • Shane Gahan (Lansdowne /Munster)
  • Matthew Healy (Lansdowne/Munster)
  • David Kearney (Lansdowne/Munster)
  • Michael Keating (Clontarf/Leinster)
  • Ian Madigan (Blackrock College/Leinster)
  • Ian McKinley (UCD/Leinster)
  • Conor Murray (Garryowen/Munster)
  • Ronan O'Mahony (Garryowen/Munster)
  • Eamonn Sheridan (Lansdowne/Leinster)
  • Jonny Shiels (QUB/Ulster)
  • Nevin Spence (Ballynahinch/Ulster)

Forwards (14):

  • Mark Flanagan (UCD/Leinster)
  • Adam Macklin (Belfast Harlequins/Ulster)
  • Paddy McAllister (Ballynahinch/Ulster)
  • Jack McGrath (St.Mary’s College/Leinster)
  • David McGregor (Ballynahinch/Ulster)
  • Michael Noone (Seapoint/Leinster)
  • David O'Callaghan (UCC/Munster)
  • Jack O'Connell (Lansdowne/Leinster)
  • Brian O'Hara (U.L. Bohemians/Munster)
  • Peter O'Mahony (Cork Constitution/Munster) Captain
  • Rhys Ruddock (Mumbles RFC/Exiles)
  • Ciaran Ruddock (Neath/Exiles)
  • Dominic Ryan (Lansdowne/Leinster)
  • Thomas Sexton (Old Belvedere/Leinster)

Management:

  • Allen Clarke – Coach
  • Philip Orr – Team Manager
  • Nigel Carolan – Assistant Coach
  • Colin McEntee – Assistant Coach
  • Emma Gallivan – Physiotherapist
  • Brian Devitt – Doctor
  • Philip Morrow – Fitness Advisor
  • Vinny Hammond – Analyst
  • Regina Flanagan – Masseuse
  • Martin Joyce – Baggage Master

IRB Junior World Championship Pool A (all times are local)

  • 05 Jun - 17:00 Argentina v Ireland Mizuho Rugby Ground, Nagoya
  • 05 Jun - 19:00 New Zealand v Uruguay Mizuho Rugby Ground, Nagoya
  • 09 Jun - 17:00 Argentina v Uruguay Mizuho Rugby Ground, Nagoya
  • 09 Jun - 19:00 Ireland v New Zealand Mizuho Rugby Ground, Nagoya
  • 13 Jun - 13:00 Ireland v Uruguay Mizuho Rugby Ground, Nagoya
  • 13 Jun - 15:00 Argentina v New Zealand Mizuho Rugby Ground, Nagoya

For further information contact:
Karl Richardson
IRFU Communications & Media Manager
T: +353 (0) 866477874
E: karl.richardson@irfu.ie

Johanna Dehaene
Corporate Communications
PricewaterhouseCoopers
T: + 353 (0) 86 810 6542
E: johanna.dehaene@ie.pwc.com

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