The Sport Ireland Campus in Abbottstown buzzed with excitement as touch rugby teams from across Ireland gathered for the 2025 Liam Carroll Cup. Named in honour of Liam Carroll, a trailblazer in Irish touch rugby, the event was a celebration of skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Old Wesley Wyverns and DSC Wanderers faced off in a closely contested Cup Final, with both teams going try for try for the first half of the game. Old Wesley Wyverns managed to pull away in the final moments of the game, resulting in a 5-3 victory.
Division 1 Highlights
The competition was fierce in Division 1, with eleven teams vying for the top spot. The Old Wesley Wyverns dominated the Round Robin stage, finishing unbeaten and setting up a thrilling Dublin derby final against DSC Wanderers. Racoon West secured third place, showcasing their strength ahead of Old Wesley Dragons, Cooke Warriors, and Buccaneers.
The final was a nail-biter, with Old Wesley Wyverns and DSC Wanderers going try for try in the first half. In the end, the Wyverns pulled ahead, clinching a 5-3 victory and taking home the trophy. Special shoutout to Division One MVPs Emily Pollard (Old Wesley Wyverns) and Finn Keely (DSC Wanderers) for their stellar performances.
Division 2 Action
Division 2 saw newcomers Barnhall and Terenure join the fray, alongside Old Wesley Roosters, the Tipsters, and East Coast Touch from Greystones. Barnhall topped the Round Robin stage unbeaten, followed by Old Wesley Roosters with two wins and two draws. The Roosters triumphed over Terenure to secure their place in the final against MU Barnhall, while the Tipsters claimed fourth place after defeating East Coast Touch.
In the D2 final, MU Barnhall showcased their prowess, overcoming Old Wesley Roosters with a convincing 5-1 victory. Kudos to Jake O’Brien, James Smith, and their teammates for securing their first piece of silverware. Division Two MVPs Emily Durnin (Old Wesley Roosters) and David Glenn (East Coast Touch) were recognized for their exceptional contributions.
