Abbeyfeale Rugby Club

At Abbeyfeale RFC we are deeply saddened to learn the news of the passing of one of our founding members, Matthew (Mattie) Tobin. Mattie started playing rugby in Abbeyfeale with his friends in 1957, before Abbeyfeale RFC was even an idea. Two years later, in 1959, a meeting was held, club colours selected, committee members appointed, Munster branch contacted, and Abbeyfeale RFC came to life. Mattie was not only the first club secretary, but was also an incredibly talented athlete, representing a number of teams over the years. He captained Abbeyfeale in 1960 and went on to win the Munster Junior Cup title with Abbeyfeale in 1965. We were very lucky to have a man like Mattie as a founding member and player, and he will be deeply missed by all those who knew him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Abbeyfeale RFC would like to congratulate 5 of our Desmond u15 boys on their selection to take part in the u16 Munster Rugby Summer Programme. These boys went through three rounds of trials and screenings to come to this point, and have all been successful in selection. Well done to Kane Brouder, Jack Leahy, Brendan McAuliffe, Eoghan Kiely, and Conor Mullenger. This is a massive accomplishment, and something for the boys to be very proud of! 🏉⭐️