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Leinster News 2016
Merrion suffer dreaded drop Merrion suffer dreaded drop ZZZZ7:23 pmZZZZ
Irish Senior Cup holders Merrion will be playing their cricket in the second tier of Leinster cricket after being relegated on Wednesday night.
Cusack bows out in style as Clontarf clinch title Cusack bows out in style as Clontarf clinch title ZZZZ11:09 amZZZZ
ALEX CUSACK ended his career in fitting style when he won the Division 1 league title for Clontarf with his final act.
Cork clinch title on day of high drama Cork clinch title on day of high drama ZZZZ6:44 amZZZZ
Cork County pipped Leinster to the title on a day of high drama in the second division.
All to play for on final day All to play for on final day ZZZZ8:07 pmZZZZ
CLONTARF need a maximum of three points today to retain the Division 1 league title but if nearest challengers Pembroke lose to Railway Union on the final Saturday of the regular season, Irish Cup holders Merrion will be playing Division 2 cricket next season.
Title race still alive after day of drama Title race still alive after day of drama ZZZZ10:04 amZZZZ
The race for the title took another twist as Clontarf imploded at North County while Pembroke fought back to beat Phoenix by one run in a thriller.
Merrion confident of cup success Merrion confident of cup success ZZZZ7:08 amZZZZ
MERRION go into today’s Irish Cup final with the prospect of relegation from Division 1 still very real after picking up only one point in an eight wickets defeat by YMCA last night.
Anderson the hero as Merrion win Bob Kerr trophy Anderson the hero as Merrion win Bob Kerr trophy ZZZZ5:08 pmZZZZ
AS the 2016 cricket season winds down, no-one will have as much cause for satisfaction as John Anderson.
Rush in a hurry as they crush Laois Rush in a hurry as they crush Laois ZZZZ5:06 pmZZZZ
HOLDERS Rush retained the Irish National Cup trophy after an emphatic nine wickets win against Laois at Castle Avenue.
Dockrell the hero for Leinster Dockrell the hero for Leinster ZZZZ4:44 pmZZZZ
GEORGE Dockrell was the final day hero for Leinster Lightning as they clinched their fourth successive inter-provincial championship title — but not with the ball.
Forrest on fire as Clontarf move to brink of title Forrest on fire as Clontarf move to brink of title ZZZZ7:19 pmZZZZ
Clontarf closed in on the Division 1 League title for the second successive year with a rain-affected 26-run victory over The Hills.
Points deduction hits Pembroke title hopes Points deduction hits Pembroke title hopes ZZZZ8:27 amZZZZ
Pembroke's title ambitions dealt serious blow,
O'Brien returns for Railway O'Brien returns for Railway ZZZZ5:01 amZZZZ
KEVIN O’BRIEN has agreed to help Railway Union in their battle to beat the drop from League Division One and plays in their crucial game against Merrion on Sunday.
Leinster bounce back Leinster bounce back ZZZZ4:26 pmZZZZ
Leinster u-17s fought back against the North West Development XI on day 2 of their tour as they won the first of two 50- over matches by a comfortable 5 wickets at the Rectory.
Loss in NW tour opener Loss in NW tour opener ZZZZ9:00 pmZZZZ
The North West Development XI posted an impressive 6-wicket win over their Leinster counterparts at Strabane Park on Monday in the first of three matches between the teams over the coming days.
NCU claim U11 Interpro title NCU claim U11 Interpro title ZZZZ2:59 pmZZZZ
The NCU U11s claimed the title with a thrilling 38 run victory at Balbriggan.
Leinster win U11 Interpro Leinster win U11 Interpro ZZZZ6:30 pmZZZZ
Leinster under-11's proved too strong for their North West counterparts at Burndennett on Tuesday as the southerners won their Interprovincial tussle by a comfortable 8 wickets.
Balbriggan join forces with Remember Us Balbriggan join forces with Remember Us ZZZZ11:29 pmZZZZ
On Wednesday Balbriggan CC again demonstrated their commitment to spread the game of Cricket and be involved within the Local Community both on and off the field as they hosted Boys and Girls from the Special needs organisation "Remember Us"
Birthday celebrations for Clontarf Birthday celebrations for Clontarf ZZZZ5:11 pmZZZZ
CLONTARF celebrated their 140th birthday yesterday and can toast it with another Division 1 league title if results go their way on Sunday week.
Clontarf and Pembroke stay top Clontarf and Pembroke stay top ZZZZ4:02 pmZZZZ
Wins for Clontarf, Pembroke, North County and YMCA.
Munster stun Leinster Munster stun Leinster ZZZZ9:10 amZZZZ
Leinster under 15s slide to an 11 run defeat against Munster in the opening clash at The Mardyke.
Leinster U15 squad selected Leinster U15 squad selected ZZZZ7:31 amZZZZ
The following boys have been selected to the Leinster U15 squad for the three match series against Munster at the Mardyke on August 2nd, 3rd & 4th.
Leinster claim Taunton title Leinster claim Taunton title ZZZZ8:02 amZZZZ
Leinster's U13 cricketers were celebrating winning the Taunton cricket festival for the second time after gaining the necessary points against Cornwall.
Brownlee and McGee star as Leinster win again Brownlee and McGee star as Leinster win again ZZZZ7:56 pmZZZZ
Ben Brownlee and Jack McGee star as Leinster beat Yorkshire to make it four wins from four at the Taunton Festival.
3 out of 3 for Leinster at Taunton Festival 3 out of 3 for Leinster at Taunton Festival ZZZZ10:38 pmZZZZ
Leinster U13s showed their strength in depth as they won their third successive match beating Leicestershire by one wicket at the Taunton Festival.
McGuire ton leads Leinster to emphatic win McGuire ton leads Leinster to emphatic win ZZZZ6:51 amZZZZ
A century from Nathan McGuire and four wickets from David Vincent led Leinster to an emphatic 103 run win over Cheshire.
Five star Keating as Leinster crush Kent Five star Keating as Leinster crush Kent ZZZZ6:28 pmZZZZ
LIAM KEATING took five wickets to put Kent in a spin at the Under 13 Taunton Festival.
Veolia to continue Leinster sponsorship Veolia to continue Leinster sponsorship ZZZZ9:55 amZZZZ
With a series of interprovincial fixtures and tours taking place for Leinster under-age boys and girls squads currently, Cricket Leinster have received a timely boost with the news that Veolia Ire have agreed to continue to sponsor the province’s youth sides.
Leinster lose opening game of NE tour Leinster lose opening game of NE tour ZZZZ8:46 pmZZZZ
The Leinster Development squad departed to the North East of England earlier today to partake in a three match series of games against the NUSC, but they lost their opening game of the tour in a thrilling contest by just 16 runs.
‘Top Class Throw’ & 'Target Hitting' Competitions ‘Top Class Throw’ & 'Target Hitting' Competitions ZZZZ11:35 amZZZZ
We have run the ‘Top Class Throw’ competition again this year, we also decided to run a new event called ‘Target Hitting’ competition. Both these competitions were run in National schools all over Fingal.
O'Brien returns for T20 clash with Knights O'Brien returns for T20 clash with Knights ZZZZ11:05 amZZZZ
Kevin O'Brien returns to the Leinster Lightning squad for their T20 clash with the Northern Knights at Merrion.
Fingal Girls Super Cup 2016 Fingal Girls Super Cup 2016 ZZZZ12:00 amZZZZ
The Fingal Girls Super Cup ran for the second year where four National schools competed in a league structure finishing with a final held at The Hills CC.
Balbriggan team up with Educate Together Balbriggan team up with Educate Together ZZZZ2:32 amZZZZ
Teaching is a wonderful profession. Every new day brings joy, enthusiasm and excitement. Being a teacher allows you to guide, support and nurture young learners while helping them to recognize and avail of all the opportunities that life bowls up.
Forrest named in Lightning T20 squad Forrest named in Lightning T20 squad ZZZZ4:13 pmZZZZ
Kenny Carroll and Robert Forrest the only changes to the Leinster Lightning squad for Warriors clash.
St Matthew's win Leprechaun Cup St Matthew's win Leprechaun Cup ZZZZ9:53 amZZZZ
St Matthew’s from Irishtown obtained their first victory in the Leprechaun Cup when beating Milverton NS by 19 runs at a sunny Hills Cricket Club on Monday.
Dockrell disappoints in abandoned clash Dockrell disappoints in abandoned clash ZZZZ8:27 pmZZZZ
FOUR days away from Ireland first one-day international of the season, Stuart Thompson was the only squad to come out of yesterday’s abandoned match at The Hills with any plus marks – and he wasn’t playing!
Lightning name squad for Warriors clash Lightning name squad for Warriors clash ZZZZ2:54 pmZZZZ
The selectors are delighted to be able to name a settled and consistent team and this squad reflects only a single change to that which beat the Warriors with Jack Tector returning from injury to replace Andrew Poynter.
Terry justifies selectors faith Terry justifies selectors faith ZZZZ2:33 pmZZZZ
SEAN Terry was last night threatening to break every record in the book as the Ireland A batsman finished the first day of the game against Scotland A in Ayr on 251 not out.
St Mary's capture Super League title St Mary's capture Super League title ZZZZ9:27 amZZZZ
St Mary’s College completed an excellent victory in last week’s Leprechaun Cup ‘Super League’ final, played at Pembroke Cricket Club.
Leinster Ground Records Leinster Ground Records ZZZZ7:52 amZZZZ
THE 21st century has seen a huge upsurge in high scoring, despite almost all cricket in Ireland being played in limited-overs format.
Primary School competitions enter final phases Primary School competitions enter final phases ZZZZ8:48 amZZZZ
Results and fixtures from the Primary Schools competitions.
Willow Park beat Star of the Sea in tense final Willow Park beat Star of the Sea in tense final ZZZZ8:52 amZZZZ
Willow Park beat Star of the Sea by 11 runs in a tense final at Booterstown in the Antalis sponsored 4th class cup for Leinster Primary schools.
North County sign Willoughby North County sign Willoughby ZZZZ11:06 pmZZZZ
NORTH COUNTY have signed promising Australian batsman Jordan Willoughby for their Leinster League campaign.
Schools matches update Schools matches update ZZZZ12:38 amZZZZ
Further fixtures took place for the participants in the Antalis sponsored Leinster Primary school competitions. This week will see two finals being completed while the Leprechaun Cup is also nearing finals stages.
Merrion's new pro looking to make immediate impact Merrion's new pro looking to make immediate impact ZZZZ11:45 amZZZZ
Merrion’s new Australian professional will make his debut in today’s Leinster Senior Cup clash against Malahide.
St Andrew's fightback stuns CUS in Schools Cup final St Andrew's fightback stuns CUS in Schools Cup final ZZZZ11:34 amZZZZ
Amazing fight-back by St Andrew's stuns CUS to claim Leinster Schools Cup.
Fionn Hand in England Fionn Hand in England ZZZZ5:55 pmZZZZ
Fionn Hand is currently studying and playing cricket at Queen's College in England.
Terry handed Lightning call-up Terry handed Lightning call-up ZZZZ4:10 pmZZZZ
Former Hampshire player Sean Terry named in Lightning squad for clash with Northern Knights.
Leprechaun Cup continues apace Leprechaun Cup continues apace ZZZZ8:08 amZZZZ
Another exciting week of Primary schools cricket saw further games completed within the Antalis sponsored Leprechaun Cup competition.
Death of Danny Parkinson Death of Danny Parkinson ZZZZ3:28 pmZZZZ
The Merrion cricket club legend Danny Parkinson died on Friday, aged 93. In this Irish Cricket Magazine interview by Stephen Forster from 1984, he had just retired from club cricket.
Primary Schools competitions continue apace Primary Schools competitions continue apace ZZZZ12:22 amZZZZ
Another busy week in the Antalis sponsored Primary schools competitions saw games completed in the (1) The Leprechaun Cup (2) The Super League (3) The 4th Class Cup and (4) The Leprechaun Cup ‘Cailiní’ competitions.
New boys aiming to make big splash New boys aiming to make big splash ZZZZ9:10 amZZZZ
Promoted clubs The Hills and Phoenix have signalled their intention to be competitive in Division 1 with big-name signings.
Freddie Klokker signs for The Hills Freddie Klokker signs for The Hills ZZZZ11:27 amZZZZ
The Leinster Cricket Union have accepted the registration of Danish cricketer Freddie Klokker.
Jim Bennett honoured by ICC Jim Bennett honoured by ICC ZZZZ6:24 pmZZZZ
Jim Bennett has won the prestigious Lifetime Service Award in the ICC Global Development awards which were revealed in Dubai this morning.
Leprechaun Cup continues apace Leprechaun Cup continues apace ZZZZ12:41 amZZZZ
Another busy week saw many new young Primary school pupils get their first chance to play hardball cricket through their involvement in the Antalis sponsored Leprechaun Cup. Fixtures have also been completed in the 2016 Leprechaun Cup ‘Cailíní’.
Lightning too strong for Denmark Lightning too strong for Denmark ZZZZ6:13 pmZZZZ
JOHN ANDERSON led from the front as Leinster Lightning beat Denmark by 146 runs at The Hills.
LCU Previews (16) Clontarf LCU Previews (16) Clontarf ZZZZ3:49 pmZZZZ
We finish our previews of the top two senior divisions with the defending champions Clontarf, who have enjoyed a roller coaster ride of emotions in recent seasons.
Denmark beat The Hills in a thriller Denmark beat The Hills in a thriller ZZZZ12:40 amZZZZ
Denmark beat The Hills by one wicket in a low scoring affair at Milverton.
LCU Preview (15) The Hills LCU Preview (15) The Hills ZZZZ9:51 amZZZZ
Tomas Rooney Murphy is the new skipper at The Hills who although they don't have an overseas player welcome back Albert van der Merwe and are boosted by the about turn of Max Sorensen.
LCU Preview (14) Leinster LCU Preview (14) Leinster ZZZZ8:55 amZZZZ
Leinster will be boosted by the presence of George Dockrell and Singapore international Chris Janik.
LCU Preview (13) Cork County LCU Preview (13) Cork County ZZZZ8:39 amZZZZ
Cork County have much to be optimistic about despite being relegated from Senior One in 2015.
Lightning name strong squad for Danish challenge Lightning name strong squad for Danish challenge ZZZZ4:56 pmZZZZ
Leinster Lightning have named a strong squad for their match against Denmark this weekend.
LCU Preview (12) North County LCU Preview (12) North County ZZZZ4:38 pmZZZZ
There's a new skipper at the helm at Balrothery with Jonathan Andrews at the helm for the forthcoming campaign.
Leprechaun Cup well under way Leprechaun Cup well under way ZZZZ9:19 amZZZZ
The competition continues to act as the flagship for the Leinster development programme offering hardball inter-schools fixtures for boys and girls at primary school level.
LCU Preview (11) North Kildare LCU Preview (11) North Kildare ZZZZ7:47 amZZZZ
2016 will be a historic year for North Kildare with preparation for the season in full swing. There is an excitement in the air within the Kildare region and the club is ready to embrace Senior Cricket for the first time.
LCU Preview (10) Phoenix LCU Preview (10) Phoenix ZZZZ8:40 amZZZZ
Phoenix have strengthened their playing ranks with a number of high quality signings which will help them be competitive in the dog eat dog world of top flight Leinster cricket.
LCU Preview (9) Malahide LCU Preview (9) Malahide ZZZZ2:07 pmZZZZ
It's the turn of Malahide who have a new skipper and a high profile coach at the helm for 2016.
LCU Preview (8) Balbriggan LCU Preview (8) Balbriggan ZZZZ8:27 amZZZZ
Balbriggan hope to put the batting woes of 2015 behind them and push for promotion this year.
LCU Preview (7) Terenure LCU Preview (7) Terenure ZZZZ9:46 amZZZZ
A new professional, new players and a new sponsor all add up to an exciting new season at Terenure.
Busy summer in store for Leinster Youths Busy summer in store for Leinster Youths ZZZZ4:21 pmZZZZ
A very busy summer lies ahead for the Leinster under-age boys and girls squads.
LCU Preview (6) Dublin University LCU Preview (6) Dublin University ZZZZ12:46 amZZZZ
It promises to be an exciting season at Trinity who have recruited a top overseas player in Matt Petrie and also Isobel Joyce as their new coach.
LCU Preview (5) Rush LCU Preview (5) Rush ZZZZ8:30 amZZZZ
It's the turn of the National Cup champions Rush.
LCU Preview (4) Merrion LCU Preview (4) Merrion ZZZZ7:57 amZZZZ
2015 looked like being a year to remember for Merrion, but they tailed away badly leaving them to ponder on what might have been.
LCU Preview (3) Railway Union LCU Preview (3) Railway Union ZZZZ9:01 amZZZZ
It's been a lean time for Railway Union in recent seasons, but with a new season dawning there's fresh hope at Park Avenue.
Anderson appointed Lightning skipper Anderson appointed Lightning skipper ZZZZ8:23 amZZZZ
Leinster Lightning have announced John Anderson as the captain for the 2016 season.
LCU Preview (2) Pembroke LCU Preview (2) Pembroke ZZZZ8:56 amZZZZ
Can Pembroke turn talent into trophies? It promises to be an exciting 2016 at Sydney Parade.
Terenure sign Indian quick Terenure sign Indian quick ZZZZ10:23 amZZZZ
TERENURE have signed former first-class quick Usman Malvi for their Leinster Cricket Union campaign.
LCU Preview (1) YMCA LCU Preview (1) YMCA ZZZZ9:24 amZZZZ
A new professional and the signing of former Hampshire player Sean Terry adds up to exciting times at Claremont Road.
‘Top Class Throw’ & ‘Target Hitting’ competitions ‘Top Class Throw’ & ‘Target Hitting’ competitions ZZZZ10:28 amZZZZ
Following the Christmas break, the competitions are back in full flow with 48 classes and 1163 children participating from all around Fingal
Clontarf sign Charlie Wakim Clontarf sign Charlie Wakim ZZZZ5:25 amZZZZ
Clontarf have signed Australian Charlie Wakim as their overseas professional for the forthcoming campaign.
TJ at Gorey CC TJ at Gorey CC ZZZZ9:52 amZZZZ
Trent Johnston will be the guest speaker at a cricket evening on Monday the 11th April in the Amber Springs Hotel in Gorey. The event will start at 8pm.
Van der Merwe returns to The Hills Van der Merwe returns to The Hills ZZZZ5:42 amZZZZ
Former Irish international all-rounder Albert van der Merwe is rejoining The Hills from YMCA.
Railway Union sign Charith Fernando Railway Union sign Charith Fernando ZZZZ7:44 amZZZZ
At 23 years old he is one of the up and coming players of the strong Ragama Cricket Club squad that is competing across all formats in the Sri Lankan domestic circuit.
Colin Wells to coach Malahide Colin Wells to coach Malahide ZZZZ5:56 pmZZZZ
Malahide have signed former England international Colin Wells as their Head Coach for the 2016 season.
Leinster coaching clinics resume Leinster coaching clinics resume ZZZZ2:57 pmZZZZ
The Leinster coaching clinics commence again on Friday, March 11th with the third and final block of sessions taking place at venues in both West and South Dublin.
Update from Aaron O'Neill Update from Aaron O'Neill ZZZZ10:32 amZZZZ
As we are now half-way through the whole trip, it seems as if home isn't far away but I think it's fair to say we are all loving it out here.
North County sign Dylan Blignaut North County sign Dylan Blignaut ZZZZ4:09 pmZZZZ
Blignaut (20) is currently enjoying a barnstorming season in Australia, playing for Brighton Districts in the Senior Division of the Victorian Turf Cricket Association in Melbourne.
Heinrick Walser in South Africa Heinrick Walser in South Africa ZZZZ9:20 amZZZZ
For the past two months I have been playing cricket for Menlo Park High School in Pretoria.
Leinster introduce squad screening sessions Leinster introduce squad screening sessions ZZZZ8:35 amZZZZ
As part of an exciting new development in the Leinster coaching programme – 40 players within the Under 13 boys’ age-group took part in skills screening sessions on Jan 15th & 22nd at North County Cricket Club.
Leinster Boys U17 training squad Leinster Boys U17 training squad ZZZZ5:42 pmZZZZ
A training squad has been selected for winter coaching sessions currently being held at North County cricket club.
Williamson delight at Lightning reappointment Williamson delight at Lightning reappointment ZZZZ3:10 pmZZZZ
Ted Williamson has been re-appointed as Leinster Lightning coach for the 2016 season.
Rory McGovern in South Africa Rory McGovern in South Africa ZZZZ12:01 amZZZZ
There was no tap water or shower water in Uitenhage from Saturday evening until Wednesday morning.
Ian Anders in South Africa (2) Ian Anders in South Africa (2) ZZZZ9:55 amZZZZ
This week we started our coaching sessions at the local primary school, College Hill in Uitenhage, the feeder school to Muir College.
Kevin O'Herlihy to coach Railway Union Kevin O'Herlihy to coach Railway Union ZZZZ7:24 amZZZZ
Railway Union unveil Kevin O'Herlihy as first team coach for the upcoming season as they begin preparations for the 2016 campaign.
Leinster Boys U15 squad Leinster Boys U15 squad ZZZZ12:51 amZZZZ
A training squad has been selected for winter coaching sessions currently being held at North County cricket club.
Eoin Barron in South Africa Eoin Barron in South Africa ZZZZ10:32 amZZZZ
It was a long flight to Port Elizabeth, taking three flights to get there. We were met by school staff Mr Suti and Mr Du Ploy. Mr Suti is the coach of the first team and Mr Deploy coaches the u15’s and he also stays in the school hostel with us.
Merrion sign Sydney Grade star Kerrod White Merrion sign Sydney Grade star Kerrod White ZZZZ4:08 amZZZZ
White (22) is a stand-out batsman on the Sydney Grade circuit, who was recently rewarded for his run scoring exploits with ACT Comets selection in Australia’s Futures League competition.
Leinster continue link with South African Schools Leinster continue link with South African Schools ZZZZ12:39 amZZZZ
Eleven Leinster schoolboys are currently residing in South Africa taking advantage of their school Transition year spending time in schools and playing cricket at a high standard.
The Hills seek women's coach The Hills seek women's coach ZZZZ10:41 amZZZZ
The Hills women's section are seeking a skilful and qualified coach, to help their ambitious and vibrant cricket club further improve it's performance.
Leinster U13 Training Squad Leinster U13 Training Squad ZZZZ5:15 pmZZZZ
A training squad has been selected for winter coaching sessions currently being held at North County cricket club.
Leinster Boy’s U11 Training Squad Leinster Boy’s U11 Training Squad ZZZZ10:03 amZZZZ
A training squad has been selected for winter coaching sessions currently being held at North County Cricket Club, St Columba’s College and King’s Hospital School.
Leinster dominate Ireland U19 squad Leinster dominate Ireland U19 squad ZZZZ12:14 amZZZZ
No fewer than nine of the 15 man squad are from the region.
Home is where the heart is for Sorensen Home is where the heart is for Sorensen ZZZZ3:55 pmZZZZ
CIYMS are on the look-out for another Irish-qualified player after Ireland international Max Sorensen told them “home is where the heart is”.