Buccs U18 ladies host Canadian visitors

Last Wednesday saw Buccaneers U18s host their first home fixture and what a way to start. They played host to Thomas A Stewart School and Ashbury College, two Canadian touring sides. They played both teams and the first match against Thomas A Stewart was a tough contest, with the girls putting in some big tackles. Buccs lost the game 14-0. The second match against Ashbury - who were considered the stronger of the two touring teams - was a real delight. Buccs found their footing in the game straight away and scored the first try, with Jessica McMickan making a great running line and then conversion. The score stayed 7-0 for most the game until the last ten minutes when Ashbury ran in two tries. The Buccs girls played fantastic rugby for a newly formed team and really worked hard. Thanks to David Connolly and Matt Stone for refereeing at short notice and a special thank-you to Marla Stuart-Trainor for her wonderful catering skills. Buccaneers Girls U18: Heather Sheridan, Donna Evans, Caoimhe Walsh, Alison Hamilton (captain), Jennifer McCormack, Jessica McMickan, Edel Quinn, Rebecca Nugent, Orlaith Reidy, Maeve Gately, Nicola Duffy, Maryann Keena, Aobhin Flanagan, Nessa Kilgallen, Gemma Stack, Gemma White, Ellen, Sharon Hynds, Beth Garvey, Nicole Mullen. Connacht VS Munster Connacht U18 Girls, comprising mostly Buccaneers players, will host Munster U18 Girls next Saturday in their first Interpro game. Kick-off at 2pm in Dubarry Park.