Laya Healthcare Schools Blitz On Wednesday

The laya healthcare Munster Rugby U-17 Schools 10-a-side blitz takes place this Wednesday, April 22 in Rockwell College, Tipperary.

Last season saw 22 teams from all over the province take part and this year the number of teams is expected to rise again with the competition growing year on year.

The teams will be split into two sections; 'A' schools competing in one section, and the emerging rugby schools in the other. Not only is this a great event for all those participating but the modified game with fun, fast flowing and energetic playing style will ensure an enjoyable spectacle for all fans and supporters.

This year's competition will also feature a girls' tournament for the first time with five school teams already confirmed, bringing the total number of participants to 450 boys and girls from schools across Munster set to experience this fun and explosive game of rugby.

In addition to the 10's competition, the IRFU Leisure Rugby Department will also be running a 'Touch Rugby' event with 16 teams expected to take part. Touch is a minimum contact form of rugby which is one of the most popular variants of the sport of rugby at all levels and ages. Touch rugby is expanding into schools all over Ireland.