Rugby Club Issue 70 | Page 96

Young Munster FOLLOW US ONLINE TWITTER.COM/RUGBYCLUBMAG Young Munster RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB Y oung Munster RFC has been enjoying a fine season so far this time around and will be looking to claim silverware as the campaign draws to a close. Rugby Club Magazine recently caught up with Club Representative Glen Bake to find out more about the good work the club has been carrying out. Present He told us, “The club as a whole is working hard and eager to progress on the pitch to lift silverware at all levels from our seniors right down through our youths and minis and many volunteers to finish on a high at the business end of the season. Everyone’s focus and drive is to achieve as much success and enjoyment of what’s left of the season as possible while supporting Ireland and Munster in their respective competitions and it is with a great since of pride at the club to see our players performing with Ireland, Ireland U20’s, Munster, Munster A, Munster U20’s, Munster U18, Munster U16 and the Munster Cadets. These players follow in the long tradition of Young Munster players receiving deserved honours at province, country and Irish and British Lions level.” This Season “This season so far has seen us progress at all levels with all teams competing at the top in their league and cup campaigns. The hard work and commitment of the players and coaches is bearing fruit and creating a great buzz about the place. It is our ambition to keep 96 Issue 70 supporting all our teams to play to the best of their ability and enjoy the games and offer whatever support they need; to cheer them on when they play in the black and amber.” Family “Young Munster without doubt has few rivals in all sport in Ireland as being a community club. It is more than a rugby club; it’s an extended family over many years and each weekend from the grandfather to the 6 year old mini rugby player all the family are involved in a rugby community that spreads far and wide with supporters on a global scale still in contact with the club. The whole family gets involved in the club at every level and all play their part both on and off the pitch to make Young Munster more than just a rugby club.” Youth “Youth rugby is the heart and soul of the club where we build the next generation of senior players, coaches, committees, volunteers and loyal supporters. Our youth base is an integral