Rugby Club ISSUE 87 | Page 14

Cork Constitution FOLLOW US ONLINE TWITTER.COM/RUGBYCLUBMAG the makeup of our players, in that we encourage respect of coaches, opposition players and referees. We play the game hard but fairly. In Cork Constitution the player always comes first and we pride ourselves in making this happen. There is a holistic approach to players, in that we have a business committee to look after their study, CVs, and career advice. The club will also strive to have the best Coaches, Physios, Strength and Conditioning and Management made available to all Cork Constitution teams. Hugh O Donovan (Chartered Coaching Psychologist) is Director of the Cork Constitution Emerging Talent Programme (CCET) which prepares our young players to achieve the highest standard of rugby possible, i.e. Cork Constitution Senior Team, Munster, or Ireland. When the call goes out from the club looking for volunteers we are never left wanting, volunteerism is the key corner stone of the Club. One should always plan for the future, but the work done now will achieve these targets. I believe the game is still coming to terms with professionalism and this will evolve at its own pace. Cork Constitution will continue to invest in the Club Facilities and give the very best opportunities to all players whether that is the amateur player, or prepare the player for the professional game. Whichever path taken, these are Cork Constitution players, part of our family, and I believe these players will be involved in our great club when their playing days are over and will carry the ball to keep our club at the Top of Irish Rugby.” Der O’Riordan “The club has been heading in the right direction for years now and consistently challenging for trophies and last season was further proof of the strength of Cork Con as a club. Brilliant performances throughout the season but as great teams do, they save the best for knockout rugby. Leaders in key positions, Niall (Kenneally) has been fantastic in leading the team and consistently performing at a high level, he’s crucial to our success. Con play great attacking rugby and are deserved champions again.” Simon Zebo 14 Issue 87