Leinster News 2013

Charlie Johnston wins the 2013 ‘Find a Fast Bowler’ Charlie Johnston wins the 2013 ‘Find a Fast Bowler’ ( )

YMCA’s Charlie Johnston wins the award following several excellent performances with the ball.

Leinster coaching clinics start again Leinster coaching clinics start again ( )

The Leinster coaching clinics, launched last year, commence again on Friday, December 13th with the second block of sessions taking place at King’s Hospital school.

A Tribute to John D Ridgeway A Tribute to John D Ridgeway ( )

Club President Heatley Tector on the passing of the father figure of YMCA CC.

“Certificate for Coaching Children” course delivered to Leinster coaches “Certificate for Coaching Children” course delivered to Leinster coaches ( )

A Coaching Children’s course is currently running at King’s Hospital school with 11 Leinster coaches attending.

History of Leinster awards 2 History of Leinster awards 2 ( )

With the Cricket Leinster annual dinner coming up, you’ll be reading and hearing a lot about trophies such as the Marchant Cup and Solomons Cup.

History of the Leinster Awards 1 History of the Leinster Awards 1 ( )

With the Cricket Leinster annual dinner coming up, you’ll be reading and hearing a lot about trophies such as the Marchant Cup and Solomons Cup.

Leinster Senior and Senior 2 Cup draws Leinster Senior and Senior 2 Cup draws ( )

2013 Finalists YMCA and Pembroke clash in Round 1 of 2014 Senior Cup.

Welcome to coaching course in Leinster Welcome to coaching course in Leinster ( )

A highly successful Introduction to coaching course ‘Welcome to Coaching’ was run at the King’s Hospital school last Sunday with 15 coaches attending.

Tyrrelstown cricket blitz Tyrrelstown cricket blitz ( )

Tyrrlestown Cricket Club are holding an indoor blitz on Sunday November 24.

Leinster to tour South Africa Leinster to tour South Africa ( )

2014 promises to be a memorable year for Leinster under-age sides with eight overseas tours planned, the highlight being a tour to South Africa by the boys U’16s squad next February.

Hills purchase ground Hills purchase ground ( )

The Hills Cricket Club are delighted to confirm that they now own outright their grounds in Skerries. This is an historic event for the club which can now look to the future with renewed optimism and energy.

LCU Review 14: Rush LCU Review 14: Rush ( )

Third place in the league and in Lynal Jansen the stand-out batsman in the division.

Ward seeks Irish return Ward seeks Irish return ( )

Australian all-rounder Adam Ward is seeking a return to Irish cricket in 2014.

LCU Review 13: Balbriggan LCU Review 13: Balbriggan ( )

A trying season for Balbriggan ended in disappointment with a joint sixth place finish in Senior Two.

Disability sports camp Disability sports camp ( )

A school mid-term sports camp for children with disabilities, along with their friends and family was held at the Collinstown Sports Complex in Clondalkin.

LCU Review 12: Dublin University LCU Review 12: Dublin University ( )

Excellent season for Trinity with their batting strength very much to the fore.

LCU Review 11: Terenure LCU Review 11: Terenure ( )

Successful season for Terenure as they gain promotion back to the top flight of Leinster cricket.

LCU Review 10: Malahide LCU Review 10: Malahide ( )

Malahide completed a memorable year for the village by winning the National Cup after their successful hosting of the England ODI and Irish Senior Cup final.

Lightning winter training squad named Lightning winter training squad named ( )

The Leinster Lightning selectors have the pleasure of announcing the following training squad for winter training 2013/2014.

Leinster dominate youth squads Leinster dominate youth squads ( )

No fewer than 37 Leinster players named in Ireland youth squads for winter training - nearly twice as many as the other regions.

LCU Review 9: Clontarf LCU Review 9: Clontarf ( )

What a season for the Castle Avenue side who clinched the Irish Senior Cup and went unbeaten in Senior Two.

LCU Review 8: Leinster LCU Review 8: Leinster ( )

What a difference a year makes as the 2012 champions are relegated.

LCU Review 7: Phoenix LCU Review 7: Phoenix ( )

Relegation from the top flight but much to admire at Phoenix.

Leinster coaching clinics start again Leinster coaching clinics start again ( )

The new Leinster coaching clinics, launched last year, commence again on Friday, November 1st with the first block of sessions taking place at venues in both West and South Dublin.

LCU Review 6: North County LCU Review 6: North County ( )

Eddie Richardson enjoyed the sort of all-round season that most players can only dream about as North County finished mid-table.

LCU review 5: Pembroke LCU review 5: Pembroke ( )

Fourth place in the league and beaten Senior Cup finalists Pembroke will be satisfied but not overjoyed at the 2013 season.

Cricket coaching at Tyrellstown Cricket coaching at Tyrellstown ( )

Tyrellstown Cricket Club has started cricket coaching for children held at Tyrellstown Community College.

Langford-Smith returns to Ireland Langford-Smith returns to Ireland ( )

Former Irish International Dave Langford-Smith ('Lanky') will be joining Terenure CC for the 2014 season.

LCU Review 4: Merrion LCU Review 4: Merrion ( )

A season where Merrion fell at the final hurdle in two of the major competitions.

LCU Review 3: The Hills LCU Review 3: The Hills ( )

It was always going to be difficult for The Hills to emulate 2012, but a league win and T20 Cup success meant there were more celebrations at Milverton.

LCU Review 2: YMCA LCU Review 2: YMCA ( )

A good season for YMCA, but it could have been a great one as they fell in the home straight while chasing an historic treble.

LCU Review 1: Railway Union LCU Review 1: Railway Union ( )

We kick off our review of the Leinster season with a look at Railway Union and what their skipper Kevin O'Brien made of their campaign.

St Stithians tour of Leinster St Stithians tour of Leinster ( )

St Stithians boys’ preparatory school from Johannesburg paid their first visit to Dublin several weeks ago playing games against local club and provincial opposition.

The Hills look to make history happen The Hills look to make history happen ( )

The Hills have the opportunity of acquiring the freehold of “The Field” which will present us with the ability to securely invest in the further development of the facilities and the club in general.

Dublin Cricket Academy Dublin Cricket Academy ( )

Fancy some winter coaching to hone your cricketing skills for next season. Check out the latest courses from the Dublin Cricket Academy.

O'Brien returns as Lightning skipper O'Brien returns as Lightning skipper ( )

Kevin O’Brien returns to the fold following his Caribbean exploits and will once again captain the squad replacing the injured John Mooney.

The Hills collect title The Hills collect title ( )

In the end, The Hills did not need Max Sorensen as they clinched the RSA Division 1 title with a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Phoenix.

Hills hopeful of title success Hills hopeful of title success ( )

A poor weather forecast threatens to delay the final round of games in the RSA Leinster League today but, if they can get a positive result, The Hills will win the Division One title for the first time in five years.

Khan puts Hills on verge of title Khan puts Hills on verge of title ( )

The Hills are one match away from winning the Leinster League Division One title after a 69-run victory helped them leap-frog leaders YMCA.

Sorensen confident Hills can lift title Sorensen confident Hills can lift title ( )

Max Sorensen says The Hills are favourites to lift the RSA Leinster League Division 1 title as they head into today's showdown against YMCA at Milverton.

Youth cricket initiative at Ringcommons Youth cricket initiative at Ringcommons ( )

Cricket camp proves great success at Ringcommons. Youth teams goal for next year.

Adamstown cricket blitz Adamstown cricket blitz ( )

Cricket fans are expected to gather at Corkagh Park, Clondalkin on Saturday, 31st August, to experience a spectacular exhibition of Gathering BLITZ Cricket.

Fingal Cricket Festivals 2013 Fingal Cricket Festivals 2013 ( )

It was a fun filled and busy summer for cricket all over the Fingal area. Children were playing all forms of cricket – Backyard, street, club matches, tournament.

Great weekend for North Dublin Great weekend for North Dublin ( )

Fantastic 48 hours for North Dublin as Clontarf, Malahide and The Hills collect senior trophies with wins in Irish Senior, National, and Leinster T20 cups.

Sorensen soars as Hills win T20 trophy Sorensen soars as Hills win T20 trophy ( )

Irish international Max Sorensen played a starring role as The Hills won a thriller beating Railway Union on fewer wickets lost.

Coghan and McAllister ruled out of Lightning clash with Knights Coghan and McAllister ruled out of Lightning clash with Knights ( )

Bill Coghlan and Fintan McAllister have both suffered reoccurrences of their injuries whilst playing in respective All Ireland Finals over the weekend and have been ruled out of this week’s game.

Clontarf claim first Irish Senior Cup crown Clontarf claim first Irish Senior Cup crown ( )

A superb undefeated hundred from Ireland International Andrew Poynter catapulted Clontarf to their first RSA Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup victory with an over to spare.

Munster shock Leinster U15s Munster shock Leinster U15s ( )

Andrew O'Reilly and Aidan Kelleher star as Munster beat Leinster U15s by three wickets at The Mardyke.

Rush and Railway clash in Minor Cup final Rush and Railway clash in Minor Cup final ( )

There are two important finals taking place in Fingal this Saturday – while the main focus will be on Malahide and the Irish Cup final, the game at Kenure Park will be taken no less seriously by Rush and Railway Union.

Lightning squad selected for Knights encounter Lightning squad selected for Knights encounter ( )

Fintan McAllister and Bill Coghlan return to the Leinster Lightning squad for the three-day game against Northern Knights at Waringstown.

Leinster U15 squad selected to play Munster Leinster U15 squad selected to play Munster ( )

Stephen Doheny will skipper the Leinster U15 side which takes on Munster at The Mardyke.

Leinster U11 cricket week great success Leinster U11 cricket week great success ( )

The Leinster U11’s cricket week was again a huge success with three wins from three games, the final win being the now annual fixture held at Holyhead.

Castleknock Cricket Club Summer Camp Castleknock Cricket Club Summer Camp ( )

Castleknock Cricket Club has just completed their first Summer Camp which was held at their home ground at Porterstown.

Bray shines as YMCA remain on course for double Bray shines as YMCA remain on course for double ( )

YMCA remain on course for a Leinster League and Senior Cup double after beating Pembroke by 81 runs in the rearranged cup final at Claremont Road.

Bray and Johnston combine to take cup to YMCA Bray and Johnston combine to take cup to YMCA ( )

136 run partnership between MOM Jeremy Bray and Trent Johnston decisive as YMCA beat Pembroke to clinch Leinster Senior Cup.

Bray brilliance seals Senior Cup win for YMCA Bray brilliance seals Senior Cup win for YMCA ( )

A magnificent innings of 130 not out by Jeremy Bray was the difference between YMCA and Pembroke in the Leinster Senior Cup final.

Lawson upbeat despite YMCA home advantage Lawson upbeat despite YMCA home advantage ( )

YMCA have home advantage in the rearranged Senior Cup final but Pembroke captain Theo Lawson is more than happy to make the trip to Claremont Road.

Take three for Senior Cup final Take three for Senior Cup final ( )

The final of the RSA Leinster Senior Cup (Claremont Road, Sunday, 11am) sees a tantalising battle between Sandymount rivals Pembroke and YMCA.

Leinster U11s win again Leinster U11s win again ( )

Another win for Leinster youth sides as the U11s beat Eyiri District by 6 wickets.

Greystones meet Slieve Bloom in Junior Cup final Greystones meet Slieve Bloom in Junior Cup final ( )

While the “youngest” senior Leinster club is more than a quarter-century old, there are plenty of newbies in junior cricket. And the provincial towns are where much of the growth has been seen over the past decade.

Leinster Lightning clinch championship Leinster Lightning clinch championship ( )

Leinster Lightning, the strongest team in the tournament, duly completed a two-day win over North West Warriors at Bready last night, by seven wickets victory, 18 minutes into the extra half-hour to win the Championship with a game to spare.

Wins for Leinster against Gloucestershire and Cornwall Wins for Leinster against Gloucestershire and Cornwall ( )

Leinster U13s on verge of retaining trophy after convincing wins against Gloucestershire and Kent.

Honours even in North versus South clashes Honours even in North versus South clashes ( )

Charlie Johnston takes five wickets as South U11s beat North by 16 runs, while North prevail by 48 runs in U12 encounter.

Leinster youth teams do double over Wales Leinster youth teams do double over Wales ( )

Double success as Leinster youth teams victorious against North Wales.

Leinster too strong for Gloucestershire Leinster too strong for Gloucestershire ( )

Second win in two days against English county opposition at the Taunton Cricket Festival leaves Leinster U13s in pole position to reclaim the trophy.

Theo Lawson replaces Bill Coghlan Theo Lawson replaces Bill Coghlan ( )

Injury forces yet another withdrawal from the Leinster Lighning squad for their three-day clash with North West Warriors at Bready.

Leinster crush Yorkshire Leinster crush Yorkshire ( )

Leinster U13s beat Yorkshire counterparts by 99 runs in Taunton Festival opener.

Ward derails YMCA title challenge Ward derails YMCA title challenge ( )

Merrion now top the table after crucial win at Railway Union, while Phoenix are relegated from the top flight.

Leinster defeat Hampshire Leinster defeat Hampshire ( )

Grainne Conway's Player of the Match performance helps Leinster U13 girls beat Hampshire by three wickets in Malvern Festival.

Understrength Lightning squad face Warriors Understrength Lightning squad face Warriors ( )

Alex Cusack, Barry McCarthy and Fintan McAllister ruled out with back, side and finger injuries. Six other players not released for three day game.

Lightning going for the double Lightning going for the double ( )

Leinster Lightning could clinch the second of the three interpro trophies in Waringstown today.

Mooney blitz sees North County qualify for T20 semi-finals Mooney blitz sees North County qualify for T20 semi-finals ( )

John Mooney smashes unbeaten 79 from 22 balls as North County beat Rush and overtake Clontarf run rate to qualify for T20 semi-finals.

Lightning contracts up to five Lightning contracts up to five ( )

The awarding of contracts to Fintan McAllister, Bill Coghlan and Pat Collins bring the number of contracted players up to five.

Double trouble for Leinster Double trouble for Leinster ( )

Losses for both U15 sides in disappointing displays.

YMCA have home advantage in Leinster Senior Cup final YMCA have home advantage in Leinster Senior Cup final ( )

Claremont Road will host the re-arranged Leinster Senior Cup final on Sunday August 18.

Leinster lose to Lincolnshire Leinster lose to Lincolnshire ( )

Disappointing batting display sees Leinster U15s lose to Lincolnshire by six wickets.

Leinster coaches to run camp in Ringcommons CC Leinster coaches to run camp in Ringcommons CC ( )

Ringcommons started up 2 years ago and is now looking to start up a youth section.

Double success for Leinster sides Double success for Leinster sides ( )

Leinster Under 15 boys defeat Staffordshire by 55 runs while the Under 15 girls record 76 run win against Gloucestershire.

Mixed results for Leinster Under 15 girls Mixed results for Leinster Under 15 girls ( )

Defeat to Hampshire is followed up with convincing win against Worcestershire.

Leinster open Under 15 Festival with win Leinster open Under 15 Festival with win ( )

Sim Singh stars as Leinster Under 15's start the Wolverhampton Festival with comfortable six wicket win over Shropshire.

All Leinster affair in Irish Senior Cup All Leinster affair in Irish Senior Cup ( )

For the eighth time in 12 years, it will be an all-Leinster Irish Senior Cup final with Merrion facing Clontarf at Malahide on Saturday, August 24.

Clontarf beat YMCA to reach Irish Cup final Clontarf beat YMCA to reach Irish Cup final ( )

Bill Coghlan scores unbeaten 80 to lead Clontarf to five wicket win against YMCA in Irish Cup semi-final.

Swords Summer Camp Swords Summer Camp ( )

Swords Cricket Club was formed just two years ago in Newbridge Park, Swords with the help of Cricket Leinster and Fingal County Council.

Ireland get out of jail to qualify for World Cup Ireland get out of jail to qualify for World Cup ( )

We got out of jail”, admitted coach Jeremy Bray. To be honest we didn’t deserve to win it – Holland have improved a lot and they played better than us today

Ireland hold nerve to secure World Cup berth Ireland hold nerve to secure World Cup berth ( )

Isobel Joyce led from the front with a match-winning 72 not out as Ireland clinched a place in next year's World T20 finals with a nail-biting two-run victory over the Netherlands at Claremont Road.

Senior Cup final washed out Senior Cup final washed out ( )

The Senior Cup final will be rearranged for a second time after yesterday’s rescheduled game between Pembroke and YMCA was abandoned by rain after 24 overs.

Under 11 squad named for cricket week Under 11 squad named for cricket week ( )

The squad of 14 players to take part in the Leinster Under 11 ‘Cricket Week’ has been selected.

Leinster Under 15 squad for Saffordshire Leinster Under 15 squad for Saffordshire ( )

The following boys have been selected to the Leinster U15 squad for the Staffordshire Youth Cricket Festival being held at Wolverhampton Cricket Club from August 5th-9th.

Leinster Under 13's selected for Taunton trip Leinster Under 13's selected for Taunton trip ( )

The following boys have been selected to the Leinster Under 13 squad for the Taunton cricket festival, which being held at King’s College, Taunton, Somerset from August 12th to August 16th

Delany stars again in Leinster Under 17 challenge Delany stars again in Leinster Under 17 challenge ( )

Gareth Delany scores 70 and takes five wickets in Leinster Under 17 Challenge game.

Tantalising battle in store between YMCA and Pembroke Tantalising battle in store between YMCA and Pembroke ( )

THE final of the RSA Leinster Senior Cup today sees a tantalising battle between two Sandymount rivals Pembroke and YMCA.

Rewind to 1980 Rewind to 1980 ( )

Ger Siggins takes a look back at the cup final of 1980 when Pembroke beat YMCA by just 9 runs - the sides meet gain tomorrow in the Leinster Cup final.

Delany stars as South Leinster defeat North Leinster Delany stars as South Leinster defeat North Leinster ( )

Fine all-round display by Gareth Delany leads South Leinster to eight wicket win over North Leinster.

Leinster Under 17 inter-pro sides selected Leinster Under 17 inter-pro sides selected ( )

The Leinster selectors have named the following teams to play in the the under 17 Challenge match at Kilbogget Park, Cabinteely on friday 26th July, 11 start.

Mooney replaces O'Brien as Lightning captain Mooney replaces O'Brien as Lightning captain ( )

Kevin O'Brien will miss the next three Leinster Lightning games as he has been released to play for the Trinidad & Tobago Red Steel in the Caribbean Premier League.

Castleknock cricket summer camp Castleknock cricket summer camp ( )

Castleknock Cricket Club are running a cricket summer camp in August.

Clinical Leinster collect title Clinical Leinster collect title ( )

Leinster Lightning collected the first of their three targeted RSA Interprovincial trophies here last evening with a clinical demolition of the North West Warriors.

Richardson stars but YMCA still in control Richardson stars but YMCA still in control ( )

Eddie Richardson cannot be far from an Ireland call-up after the North County all-rounder took six wickets and scored 121 runs – all in a losing cause as YMCA opened up a 20 points advantage at the top of Leinster League Division One.

Dominant Leinster prevail in T20 Dominant Leinster prevail in T20 ( )

LEINSTER Lightning won the first Inter-provincial title of the season yesterday – the Twenty20 Trophy – as if there ever had been any doubt!

O'Brien looking to leave Railway on high O'Brien looking to leave Railway on high ( )

Kevin O’Brien signs off from Railway Union after today’s RSA Leinster League Division One game against Pheonix. The Ireland vice-captain flies out next weekend to play for Trinidad and Tobago in the inaugural Caribbean Premier League.

Leinster Under 17 inter-pro teams named Leinster Under 17 inter-pro teams named ( )

The teams for next week's Under 17 boys South Leinster versus North Leinster interprovincial games have been named.

South Dublin lose narrowly to Bedford South Dublin lose narrowly to Bedford ( )

Bedford narrowly overcame the South Dublin XI by 9 runs at a sweltering Corkagh Park earlier today. Nearly 400 runs were scored in a competitive and close fought encounter.

Lightning name squad for T20 finale Lightning name squad for T20 finale ( )

The Leinster Lightning selectors have the pleasure of announcing the following squad for the third and final RSA Inter-Provincial Trophy T20 Blitz day, against the North-West Warriors in Bready on Sunday

YMCA and Merrion continue to set the pace YMCA and Merrion continue to set the pace ( )

YMCA and Merrion have moved clear at the top of RSA League Division One after maximum points victories over the bottom two clubs.

South Dublin side named to take on Bedford South Dublin side named to take on Bedford ( )

Coach Kenny Carroll has named his side for the clash with Bedford.

Leinster Development team bowled over by Sunderland facilities Leinster Development team bowled over by Sunderland facilities ( )

A leading Irish cricket team have been put through their paces by Sunderland sports experts to make sure they won’t be bowled over by their opposition.

Chicken man hangs up dancing shoes Chicken man hangs up dancing shoes ( )

The chicken man is hanging up his dancing shoes. Ireland’s outstanding bowler of the last decade yesterday announced he would retire at the end of the year.

Coghlan stars as Clontarf continue to dominate Coghlan stars as Clontarf continue to dominate ( )

Bill Coghlan scores 158 as Clontarf continue to dominate Senior Two, while Rush put serious dent in Terenure challenge and Leinster beat Merrion in battle of the second strings.

Fingal Under 13's lose to Bedford Fingal Under 13's lose to Bedford ( )

Narrow defeat for Fingal youngsters against touring Bedford side.

McCarthy ruled out by injury McCarthy ruled out by injury ( )

Barry McCarthy has been ruled out with a side strain and is replaced by Tyrone Kane of Merrion.

Coaching clinics in Laois and Kildare Coaching clinics in Laois and Kildare ( )

Cricket Leinster coaching staff are holding two coaching clinics for Midland and South East Cricket Clubs on Monday, 15th July in Laois CC and Tuesday, 16th July in North Kildare CC.

Fingal Youth Cricket Summer Programme Fingal Youth Cricket Summer Programme ( )

A busy July and August for Fingal Youth.

Fingal Under 13's to play Bedford Fingal Under 13's to play Bedford ( )

A Fingal Under 13 XI will be playing against Bedford Modern School at Rush Cricket Club on Tuesday, July 16th.

Strydom and Poynter named in T20 squad Strydom and Poynter named in T20 squad ( )

The squad contains two changes from the first T20 Blitz, with Fintan McAllister being replaced by Stuart Poynter and Alex Cusack being rested after his recent international efforts in The Netherlands. Alex is replaced by YMCA’s Reinhardt Strydom.

Another wicket, another journey Another wicket, another journey ( )

An Irishman’s Diary: Batting for the best of cricket clubs. Anthony Morrissey on his association with Civil Service Dublin.

Mixed fortunes for Clontarf at the weekend Mixed fortunes for Clontarf at the weekend ( )

Clontarf may have lost their hold on the RSA Senior Cup on Saturday but they are in the Irish Cup semi finals.

Aussie students teach Leinster painful lesson Aussie students teach Leinster painful lesson ( )

Matthew Allen and Hamish Emms share unbroken double hundred partnership as South Australian St Peter's College crush Leinster Under 17's.

Van der Merwe hopeful of YMCA progress Van der Merwe hopeful of YMCA progress ( )

YMCA skipper Albert van der Merwe is hoping YMCA can shake off missing players to progress in Irish Senior Cup.

Beach Cricket Festival huge success Beach Cricket Festival huge success ( )

Along with local participants from East Meath, teams from Kildare, Monaghan, Dundalk, Drogheda, Dublin, Wicklow, Mullingar joined in for competition.

Clontarf and Terenure remain on course for promotion Clontarf and Terenure remain on course for promotion ( )

Magnificent seven for Clontarf, while Terenure scrape one wicket win against Malahide and Balbriggan earn win at Rush.

Umpires knock Railway off track in controversial finale Umpires knock Railway off track in controversial finale ( )

There was uproar at Rathmines on Saturday when the umpires awarded Leinster the match despite the home team scoring five runs less than Railway Union in their RSA League Division One game.

Merrion hoping to regain top slot Merrion hoping to regain top slot ( )

Merrion welcome back Ben Ackland, Tyrone Kane and professional Brett Thompson for the big game of the day, at North County, with a place at the top of the table up for grabs.

Lightning wrap up easy win Lightning wrap up easy win ( )

The weather once again proved a poor friend to Leinster Lightning yesterday - but in the end they found enough gaps in the clouds to finish off the Northern Knights.

Leinster close in on innings win Leinster close in on innings win ( )

Just one ball may be needed by Leinster Lightning to complete a comprehensive trashing of Northern Knights this morning.

Scoil Mochua - Sports Day Scoil Mochua - Sports Day ( )

Last Wednesday I was very grateful to bring table cricket into Scoil Mochua in Clondalkin. Scoil Mochua is a special school for pupils with physical disability aged 3 to 18 years.

Leinster in complete control Leinster in complete control ( )

Leinster Lightning continued their domination of the inter-provincial championship on the opening day of the three-day game against the Northern Knights at College Park.

Richardson makes LCU team of the week yet again Richardson makes LCU team of the week yet again ( )

Eddie Richardson has been a regular on the Leinster Team of the Week and yet again the North County youngster makes another appearance.

Tight at the top on day of shocks Tight at the top on day of shocks ( )

Just five points separate first from fourth in RSA Leinster League Division One after a day of shocks in the rain in Saturday’s sixth round of matches.

Lightning strikes twice at Pembroke Lightning strikes twice at Pembroke ( )

Leinster Lightning extended their dominance of the RSA inter-provincial series to the shortest format yesterday with two resounding wins at Pembroke.

Leinster and Southern squads selected for U15 Inter-pros Leinster and Southern squads selected for U15 Inter-pros ( )

The Leinster and Southern XI squads for the revamped Under 15 Inter-Pro series are named.

Beach Cricket Festival Beach Cricket Festival ( )

There's a Festival of Cricket at Bettystown-Laytoen beach next Saturday JUne 29.

Poynter and Mooney back in Championship squad Poynter and Mooney back in Championship squad ( )

Stuart Poynter and John Mooney recalled to Leinster Lightning Championship squad.

Coghlan replaces Anderson in T20 squad Coghlan replaces Anderson in T20 squad ( )

Clontarf batsman Bill Coghlan drafted into Lightning squad following withdrawal of John Anderson with hamstring injury.

Third time unlucky for Leinster Third time unlucky for Leinster ( )

Northern Universities gain revenge on the Leinster Development XI with a 74 run win in their third and final game in Durham.

Two out of two for Leinster on Durham tour Two out of two for Leinster on Durham tour ( )

Three wickets apiece for Adam Craig and Alex O'Brien secure 39 run win for Leinster Development team in Durham.

Boscos defeat Rathfarnham in Leprechaun Cup thriller Boscos defeat Rathfarnham in Leprechaun Cup thriller ( )

The boys from the Navan Road overcame Rathfarnham Parish NS in the final match of the Leinster Cricket Primary School knockout cup.

Six of the best from Clontarf Six of the best from Clontarf ( )

Clontarf march on, while there are also wins for Terenure and Rush.

Johnston and Lewis seeking cup glory Johnston and Lewis seeking cup glory ( )

Charlie Johnston and Gaby Lewis look to emulate their famous fathers when they are in action today in the final of the Leprechaun Cup.

Tector and McLoughlin star in Leinster win Tector and McLoughlin star in Leinster win ( )

Half centuries from Jack Tector and Cormac McLoughlin see Leinster Development XI record narrrow 12 run win against Northern Universities.

Merrion go top of table after Hills lose to County Merrion go top of table after Hills lose to County ( )

Merrion are the new leaders of the Leinster League Division One after their rain-interrupted victory over Railway Union at Anglesea Road and leaders The Hills' shock first defeat of the season.

Day of shocks in Leinster Senior Cup Day of shocks in Leinster Senior Cup ( )

Clontarf, Pembroke, Malahide and YMCA reach the semi-finals.

Lightning announce T20 squad Lightning announce T20 squad ( )

The Leinster Lightning selectors have the pleasure of announcing the following squad for the first RSA Inter-Provincial Trophy T20 Blitz day

Leinster Under 13 squad selected Leinster Under 13 squad selected ( )

The following boys have been selected to the Leinster U’13 squad for the Interprovincial series being held in the North West on July 2nd, 3rd & 4th.

Leinster depart for Hilton tour Leinster depart for Hilton tour ( )

The five-day tour sees the Leinster squad complete a schedule of two training camps (Monday and Friday) and three limited overs matches against NUSC at Brandon CC (Durham), the same ground England U19’s will use during their matches the following week in the North East.

How Charlie Connelly became an Irish cricket convert How Charlie Connelly became an Irish cricket convert ( )

Best Selling Award Winning Travel Writer and Broadcaster Charlie Connelly Tells of How he Lost His Heart to the Irish Cricket

Leprechaun Cup Cailíní great success Leprechaun Cup Cailíní great success ( )

For the first time ever Cricket Leinster ran an all-day event to promote the involvement of girls cricket at primary school level and will be called from now on “Leprechaun Cup 'Cailíní'.

LCU Team of the Week (6) LCU Team of the Week (6) ( )

John Mooney the star performer of the week as the judges select their Leinster Team from performances in the last seven days.

Leinster sides dominate in Irish Senior Cup Leinster sides dominate in Irish Senior Cup ( )

Holders The Hills are in the hat for Friday's quarter final draw for the RSA Irish Senior Cup, but only just, after a nervy one wicket win against CIYMS in a low scoring affair.

Joyce launches Leprechaun Cup ‘Cailíní’ Joyce launches Leprechaun Cup ‘Cailíní’ ( )

Ireland women’s captain Isobel Joyce launched Cricked Leinster’s new competition for girl’s Primary schools when paying a visit recently to pupils at Castleknock National School in Dublin 15.

Leprechaun Cup reaches final stage Leprechaun Cup reaches final stage ( )

With the Super League now completed, cricket action for Primary schools continues with the final games of the Leprechaun Cup being played over the coming two weeks.

Fingal Blitz Festival resounding success Fingal Blitz Festival resounding success ( )

Six wonderful days of cricket blitz’s were held for pupils in both 4th & 5th classes during the past month.

Clontarf trounce Terenure to keep on track for title Clontarf trounce Terenure to keep on track for title ( )

Senior Two wins for Clontarf, Malahide, Dublin University and Merrion Seconds - Laura Delany creates bit of history.

McLoughlin ton keeps Hills on high McLoughlin ton keeps Hills on high ( )

The Hills increased their lead at the top of RSA Leinster League Division 1 with a 48-run victory over bottom-of-the-table Leinster.

Leprechauns take on Leinster Schools Leprechauns take on Leinster Schools ( )

The "phoney warfare" comes to an end with the Leprechauns getting into full swing at Rathmines on Wednesday (5th) in a game with the Leinster School's development XI.

Botha stars as Clontarf trounce Phoenix Botha stars as Clontarf trounce Phoenix ( )

Andre Botha scores 166 as Clontarf crush Phoenix in Leinster Senior Cup.

Leinster Senior round-up Leinster Senior round-up ( )

YMCA and Railway Union booked their places in the second round of the RSA Senior Cup next Saturday with comfortable wins against NCU opposition yesterday.

Lightning clash dominates Leinster action Lightning clash dominates Leinster action ( )

Leinster Lightning’s second one-day RSA inter-provincial of the season dominates the weekend programme with North West Warriors the visitors to Malahide today (10.45am).

O'Sullivan stars as St Mary's win another trophy O'Sullivan stars as St Mary's win another trophy ( )

Six weeks of Super league activities concluded yesterday at a sun drenched Sydney Parade where St Mary's overcame Star of the Sea.

Unforgettable Day for Stars of the Future Unforgettable Day for Stars of the Future ( )

64 kids from North Kildare, Adamstown, Pembroke, Railway Union, Malahide, YMCA and Phoenix Cricket Clubs were busy playing on the Clontarf outfield as part of RSA’s Get Into Cricket grassroots initiative.

LCU Team of the Week (5) LCU Team of the Week (5) ( )

Another high scoring week with five senior centuries and a record senior partnership of over 300 as bat dominated the ball.

Vincent leads St Andrew's to victory Vincent leads St Andrew's to victory ( )

An unbeaten 83 from Andrew Vincent and four wickets from Sunil Guptha leads St Andrew's to 42 run over St Mary's.

Pakistan cricketers make children's dreams come true Pakistan cricketers make children's dreams come true ( )

Six of the squad took time time out from their busy schedule to pay visits to two schools in West Dublin, where they were mobbed by adoring fans.

Third time lucky for St Andrew's Third time lucky for St Andrew's ( )

It was third time lucky for St Andrew’s as they won the Under 14 League final in a game that was closer than the final result suggested

Star of the Sea and St Mary's contest Super League final Star of the Sea and St Mary's contest Super League final ( )

This Thursday will see the final of the 2013 Super League involving Star of the Sea and St Mary’s.

9 out of 10 for Bodell and MacNeice 9 out of 10 for Bodell and MacNeice ( )

To take 10 wickets in an innings is, for a bowler, the pinnacle; you just cannot get better than that. It is, of course an extremely rare occurrence – in the Clontarf Club’s history it was only been achieved on three occasions.

Mooney added to Lightning squad Mooney added to Lightning squad ( )

John Mooney is the one addition to Leinster squad for home game with NW at Malahide on Saturday.

Youth cricket start for Castleknock Youth cricket start for Castleknock ( )

Castleknock Cricket Club was formed just three years ago in Porterstown Park, Dublin 15. The club has come on tremendously and currently fields three teams in the Leinster league.

Leinster Development XI to play MCC Leinster Development XI to play MCC ( )

Robert and Richard Forrest are both included in the Leinster Development squad which will play the MCC at Railway Union on Thursday.

Leinster Senior Cup draws Leinster Senior Cup draws ( )

The draws have been made for the second rounds of both the Leinster Senior and Senior 2 cups.

Double for St Mary's Double for St Mary's ( )

Congratulations to St Mary's who defeated St Andrew’s College at a rather chilly (some would say Artic!) Wesley College today.

St Joseph's beat Ardgillan in league final St Joseph's beat Ardgillan in league final ( )

St Joseph’s Rush defeated Ardgillan by 58 runs in the Alf O’Connell League final played at St Columba’s College.

Lynch leads St Mary's to senior cup win Lynch leads St Mary's to senior cup win ( )

Tom Lynch scores 91 to help St Mary's to 54 run Senior Schools' Cup win against St Andrew's.

LCU Team of the Week (4) LCU Team of the Week (4) ( )

With three hundreds and 13 half centuries it was another week where batsmen dominated, although John Anderson and Zander van der Merwe both turned in strong performances with the ball.

Division Two round-up Division Two round-up ( )

Clontarf and Terenure march on - Forrest scores another hundred for Trinity but is outdone by Rush batsman Alan Butterly who scores maiden hundred.

O'Brien leads Railway to victory over YM O'Brien leads Railway to victory over YM ( )

Kevin O’Brien’s was the scourge of YMCA once again as his patient 74 eased Railway Union to their victory target of 193 with six overs to spare as the Park Avenue side maintained their impressive recent record in the Sandymount derby.

Hills stay unbeaten thanks to Pretorius century Hills stay unbeaten thanks to Pretorius century ( )

Nic Pretorius scores hundred as The Hills continue their unbeaten start to the season.

Thompson and Ackland star in Merrion romp Thompson and Ackland star in Merrion romp ( )

Unbroken opening partnership of 173 leads Merrion to ten wicket win over Phoenix.

Richardson leads County to comfortable win over Leinster Richardson leads County to comfortable win over Leinster ( )

Eddie Richardson's strong start to the season continued as he scored an unbeaten 71 to lead North County to six wicket win.

LCU team of the Week (3) LCU team of the Week (3) ( )

Strong performances as Leinster sides dominate in Irish Senior Cup clashes.

YMCA seeking long overdue title success YMCA seeking long overdue title success ( )

It is exactly 20 years since YMCA won the Leinster League so, in the words of this year’s captain, Albert van der Merwe, a title success is long overdue.

Leinster Schools cricket development Leinster Schools cricket development ( )

While next Tuesday will see the senior schools final being played between St Andrew’s and St Mary’s there has been quite a bit of activity within secondary schools who have had little or no history of the game.

Coaching Course in Fingal Coaching Course in Fingal ( )

Participants arriving with little or no knowledge of cricket learned a lot over the four hours. They left understanding the game better, had fun, learned to bat and bowl and were all looking forward to trying out these games with their relevant classes.

Van der Merwe rues fielding lapses Van der Merwe rues fielding lapses ( )

Lightning Spinner Albert van der Merwe reacts to his teams exciting draw with the North West Warriors - Having dominated large parts of the game they are disappointed not to have come away with full points.

Leinster in charge against Warriors Leinster in charge against Warriors ( )

A stubborn last-wicket stand of 63 drove home Leinster’s advantage in the RSA Interpro in College Park last night.

Who says 3 day cricket is boring? Who says 3 day cricket is boring? ( )

The first-ever Interpro Championship game ended in a nail-biting finish in Trinity College last night as Leinster Lightning’s bid to beat the Warriors ended on the last ball.

Late burst from Lightning leaves Johnston happy Late burst from Lightning leaves Johnston happy ( )

Leinster Lightning Coach Trent Johnston is happy at the end of day two following a late burst with both bat and ball which left his team in a good position.

Poynter and Van Der Merwe put Leinster in dominant position Poynter and Van Der Merwe put Leinster in dominant position ( )

Leinster Lightning and Clontarf's aggressive batsman Andrew Poynter enjoyed his key last wicket partnership with his great mate Albert van der Merwe. A stand which leaves The Lightening in great shape going in to Day 3.

O'Brien happy with Leinster performance O'Brien happy with Leinster performance ( )

Leinster Lightning skipper Kevin O'Brien pleased with teams performance on Day 1

Coghlan eyeing up dream start to Inter-Pro career Coghlan eyeing up dream start to Inter-Pro career ( )

Clontarf's in-form Bill Coghlan opened the batting today for Leinster Lightning and ended the day 71 not out, a great start to his Interprovincial career.

Leinster Primary Schools reach semi-finals Leinster Primary Schools reach semi-finals ( )

Aravon, Delgany, Zion and St Mary's progress to last four.

Anders captains Southern Under 17 squad Anders captains Southern Under 17 squad ( )

The Southern Under 17’s squad of 13 to play the NW and NCU has been named.

Tallaght enjoy debut campaign Tallaght enjoy debut campaign ( )

Tallaght enjoy debut season in cricket in spite of losing run.

Dockrell returns for Trinity Dockrell returns for Trinity ( )

Somerset and Ireland left-arm spinner to play for Dublin University against Merrion II's tomorrow.

Thrilling revival bodes well for inter-pros Thrilling revival bodes well for inter-pros ( )

If “start as you mean to go on” was the intended maxim of the new RSA Inter-Provincial series, then last Monday’s thrilling opener between Leinster Lightning and Northern Knights ticked all the boxes.

Coghlan and Collins called into Leinster team Coghlan and Collins called into Leinster team ( )

Clontarf opening batsman Bill Coghlan and Railway Union all-rounder Patrick Collins named in Leinster Lightning 12 man squad for Warriors clash.

Leinster Team of the Week (2) Leinster Team of the Week (2) ( )

The most difficult team selection of all with a number of outstanding individual performances in the top two divisions.

Tallaght Schools cricket team Tallaght Schools cricket team ( )

All players attending secondary school in Tallaght area are eligible.

O'Brien stuns Knights O'Brien stuns Knights ( )

A stunning innings of 111 by Kevin O'Brien took the game away from the Northern Knights in a thrilling opener to the RSA Inter-Provincial Series at Skerries yesterday.

Johnston relieved after below par perfromance Johnston relieved after below par perfromance ( )

Lightning coach Trent Johnston gives his reaction to an opening day victory for Leinster Lightning after being given a scare by Northern Knights.

O'Brien pleased with opening day win. O'Brien pleased with opening day win. ( )

Post Match Reaction to an Opening Day Victory for Leinster Lightning Over Northern Knights in the Opening RSA Interprovincial Match at The Hills Cricket Club.

Leinster players in fine form ahead of inter-pro Leinster players in fine form ahead of inter-pro ( )

All the players that will wear the blue shirt today were in league action on Saturday and most showed impressive form.

Division Two round-up Division Two round-up ( )

Clontarf continue to set the pace in Division Two, while there are also wins for Terenure, Malahide and Balbriggan.

Balbirnie leads Pembroke to easy win Balbirnie leads Pembroke to easy win ( )

A fine all-round display from Andrew Balbirnie helped Pembroke to the easiest of 8 wicket wins against Leinster.

Sorensen soars as Hills beat Merrion Sorensen soars as Hills beat Merrion ( )

The Hills win again to maintain their strong recent record against Merrion.

Collins stars as Railway beat Phoenix Collins stars as Railway beat Phoenix ( )

Man of the Match display from Patrick Collins sees Railway Union claim 72 run win against Phoenix.

Strydom and Johnston blitz County Strydom and Johnston blitz County ( )

Reinhardt Strydom scores unbeaten hundred to follow up Trent Johnston five wicket haul as YMCA defeat North County by seven wickets.

Leinster Women's round-up Leinster Women's round-up ( )

A look at the early action in the Women's game in Leinster.

YMCA square vandalised YMCA square vandalised ( )

Weedkiller was poured all over the playing area at the YMCA club in Sandymount on Wednesday night.

Firhouse set for Leprechaun Cup derby Firhouse set for Leprechaun Cup derby ( )

Firhouse will get its first taste of the Leprechaun Cup on Thursday when Scoil Treasa host local rivals Holy Rosary NS in what will be both schools' first ever cricket match.

Leinster team of the week Leinster team of the week ( )

John Anderson skippers the Leinster team of the week after his fine century for Merrion on the opening day of the season.

Tasman-Jones launches Leprechaun Cup Tasman-Jones launches Leprechaun Cup ( )

New Zealander Josh Tasman-Jones officially launched this year’s Leprechaun Cup, a competition that will see 46 Primary schools participating in hardball cricket matches in the coming weeks.

The cricketing goalkeeper The cricketing goalkeeper ( )

THE sporting all-rounder is a thing of the past it seems – except in Park Avenue of course. Last year Kenny Carroll became the first dual cricket-hockey international in almost 30 years.

9 internationals in Lightning squad 9 internationals in Lightning squad ( )

Kevin O'Brien is one of 9 senior internationals, while the other 3 - Ackland, Kane and Richardson - have all played for Ireland in Under 19 World Cups.

Clontarf set the pace in Division Two Clontarf set the pace in Division Two ( )

Clontarf make it 2 out of 2, while there are also wins for Trinity, Terenure and Merrion Seconds.

YMCA run out easy winners YMCA run out easy winners ( )

YMCA prove much too strong for Phoenix running out 98 run winners.

Anderson hundred sets up convincing Merrion win Anderson hundred sets up convincing Merrion win ( )

Irish international John Anderson scores first senior hundred of Leinster season as Merrion crush Leinster by 179 runs.

Sorensen and Pretorius help Hills defeat Railway Sorensen and Pretorius help Hills defeat Railway ( )

Half centuries from Nic Pretorius and Max Sorensen instrumental in helping The Hills beat Railway Union by 57 runs.

Richardson stars as County too strong for Pembroke Richardson stars as County too strong for Pembroke ( )

Eddie Richardson top scores as North County beat Pembroke by 63 runs.

LCU preview 14: Rush LCU preview 14: Rush ( )

We finish our look at clubs in the top two divisions with a preview of Rush, where there's been little transfer activity over the winter.

Mooney to miss two Lightning games Mooney to miss two Lightning games ( )

The Ireland all-rounder will miss Leinster Lightning’s first two interpros, plus the first of Ireland’s two ODIs against Pakistan next month.

LCU preview 13: North County LCU preview 13: North County ( )

The avoiance of relegation last year was seen as a great achievement after the recent player drain at the club.

LCU preview 12: Leinster LCU preview 12: Leinster ( )

It looks liek being a challenging time for the defendimg champions after losing several influential players over the winter.

LCU preview 11: Phoenix LCU preview 11: Phoenix ( )

Phoenix are under no illusion as to the challenge facing them this year in a very strong Division One.

Leinster launch 2013 Primary schools ‘Super League’ Leinster launch 2013 Primary schools ‘Super League’ ( )

The first games in this year’s Primary schools ‘Super League’ have already started with five weeks of competitive hard-ball cricket to come during April and May.

LCU preview 10: Merrion LCU preview 10: Merrion ( )

New signings make Merrion look a formidable unit who will be challenging for trophies on all fronts in 2013.

LCU preview 9: Malahide LCU preview 9: Malahide ( )

Malahide enter the season with renewed optimism as their new international standard ground starts to take shape.

Poynter half century leads Clontarf to nervy win Poynter half century leads Clontarf to nervy win ( )

Clontarf make hard work of their opening day encounter against Trinity, but eventually prevail by three wickets.

LCU preview 8: Terenure LCU preview 8: Terenure ( )

A busy close season sees Terenure touted a sone of the favourites for promotion back to the top flight.

LCU preview 7: Balbriggan LCU preview 7: Balbriggan ( )

A historic first season in the second tier of Leinster cricket and the ambitious club have made sone very significant signings.

LCU preview 6: Dublin University LCU preview 6: Dublin University ( )

Last season saw the students reach the dizzying heights of third place in the league and they have enough quality in their ranks to repeat that in 2013.

LCU preview 5: YMCA LCU preview 5: YMCA ( )

Albert van der Merwe skippers YM who will go in search of further glory following their first trophy success in a decade in 2012.

LCU preview 4: The Hills LCU preview 4: The Hills ( )

The Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup holders still the team to beat.

LCU preview 3: Clontarf LCU preview 3: Clontarf ( )

The Castle Avenue side look to bounce back after suffering relegation in 2012.

Tasman-Jones swaps British for Emerald Isles Tasman-Jones swaps British for Emerald Isles ( )

NUSC today confirms that 2012 Club Captain Josh Tasman-Jones has completed terms to represent Dublin University CC (DUCC) for the 2013 Leinster Cricket Union season.

LCU preview 2: Railway Union LCU preview 2: Railway Union ( )

Kevin O'Brien leads a Railway side with lots of new additions to their ranks.

LCU preview 1: Pembroke LCU preview 1: Pembroke ( )

We start our look at the Leinster clubs with newly promoted Pembroke.

Mount Anville coaching course great success Mount Anville coaching course great success ( )

Twenty four secondary school teachers gained valuable cricket coaching experience when attending a pre-season training workshop at Mount Anville school this week.

O'Brien happy with Leinster squad composition O'Brien happy with Leinster squad composition ( )

O’Brien leads a strong 22-man squad which includes a dozen who have played for Ireland – even though it excludes all the English-based professionals.

Play cricket with Kevin O'Brien Play cricket with Kevin O'Brien ( )

Chance for youngsters to join Mid-term camp with Irish cricket star Kevin O'Brien

Tom Fisher joins Terenure CC Tom Fisher joins Terenure CC ( )

Terenure CC has further strengthened its first team squad with the announcement that Tom Fisher will join the club from 2013 onwards.

O'Brien to skipper Leinster Lightning squad O'Brien to skipper Leinster Lightning squad ( )

Kevin O'Brien has been named skipper of a 22 man Leinster squad.

Terenure CC Youth Open Days Terenure CC Youth Open Days ( )

Boys and girls from age 9-18 are invited to our free open days.

Trinity edge out Leinster Under 17's Trinity edge out Leinster Under 17's ( )

Half century from Richard Forrest sees Trinity defeat Leinster Under 17's by 41 runs.

Cricket Leinster’s Under 13 and Under 15 Girls Easter Camp Cricket Leinster’s Under 13 and Under 15 Girls Easter Camp ( )

It’s hard to believe a year has passed since Cricket Leinster ran the first Girl's Easter training camp and it's even harder to believe that its 18 degrees colder!

Leinster Cricket Coaches Workshop Leinster Cricket Coaches Workshop ( )

Coaching staff from the Leinster Cricket Union will soon be running the above workshop for school teachers.

Introduction to Cricket Coaching Course in Fingal Introduction to Cricket Coaching Course in Fingal ( )

Leinster in conjunction with Fingal County Council is running ICC Introduction to Cricket Coaching Courses.

Balbriggan strengthen ahead of senior debut Balbriggan strengthen ahead of senior debut ( )

Balbriggan announce signings of Azhar Shaffique and Steffan Jones.

Clontarf to host Easter camp Clontarf to host Easter camp ( )

News of an exciting Easter Camp being held by the ever popular and friendly Castle Avenue club.

Leinster Coaches Association Refresher Course Leinster Coaches Association Refresher Course ( )

The LeinsterCA is running a coaches refresher course at King's Hospital on Thurdsay April 4th.

Dundalk miss out to Israel in pitch competition Dundalk miss out to Israel in pitch competition ( )

Israel's Cricket4Peace story edges out Dundalk to win a Flicx match pitch.

Pembroke to run Easter camp Pembroke to run Easter camp ( )

Pembroke Cricket Club in Sandymount will again be running an Easter coaching camp.

Cricket helps to combat racism Cricket helps to combat racism ( )

Cricket was present for the second year running at the annual South Dublin County Council Primary School Sports Blitz.

Dublin Cricket Academy Easter Camp Dublin Cricket Academy Easter Camp ( )

Top coaching available from Ireland international cricket stars.

Leinster coaching clinics start again Leinster coaching clinics start again ( )

The Leinster coaching clinics, launched last November, commence again on Friday, March 15th with the third block of sessions taking place at venues in both West and South Dublin.

Mike Stevenson biography Mike Stevenson biography ( )

Mike Stevenson was the most successful, and long lasting, of the quintet of Oxbridge Blues who played for Ireland in the 1950s and 60s.

Malahide return for McAllister Malahide return for McAllister ( )

Fintan McAllister returns to Irish cricket with Malahide for 2013 season.

McCarthy and Poynter injury blows for Leinster McCarthy and Poynter injury blows for Leinster ( )

Leinster Lightning hit by injury blows to Barry McCarthy and Andrew Poynter.

Lords Taverners supporting South Dublin disability programme Lords Taverners supporting South Dublin disability programme ( )

Cricket is growing hugely in South Dublin region and thanks to the Lords Taverners Ireland and South Dublin County Council we are now better equipped to include persons with disabilities.

Leinster Under 11 coaching sessions held Leinster Under 11 coaching sessions held ( )

More good news for girls cricket as Leinster hold coaching sessions for Under 11's.

The Dublin 15 success story The Dublin 15 success story ( )

Cricket introduced to 8000 people in the area over the past five years.

Dundalk CC need help to win pitch Dundalk CC need help to win pitch ( )

Dundalk CC are finalists in an ICC competition to win a Flicx Match Pitch and need your vote.

College Park to host Leinster three day games College Park to host Leinster three day games ( )

College Park in Trinity College Dublin will be the venue for the Leinster Cricket Union's two home fixtures in the three day inter-provincial competition.

Railway Union strengthen ahead of new campaign Railway Union strengthen ahead of new campaign ( )

Patrick Collins returns as player-coach plus two players signed from Old Belvedere

Tallaght to enter Leinster competition Tallaght to enter Leinster competition ( )

A 'Tallaght Schools' team will enter the Leinster Secondary School Boys competition in 2013.

Youth cricket workshop in Leinster Youth cricket workshop in Leinster ( )

A workshop will take place at Leinster Cricket Club, Rathmines on Monday, February 25th (8-9.30 pm) next, relating to the area of ‘Managing Leinster Youth teams’.

More positive news for Carlow cricket More positive news for Carlow cricket ( )

The Institute of Technology Carlow cricket team reached the semi-final stage of the recently held 3rd Level Indoor cricket All-Ireland's in Galway where they were beaten off the last ball of the match.

Former Railway professional Copeland signs for Northants Former Railway professional Copeland signs for Northants ( )

Northants have confirmed the signing of former Railway Union professional Trent Copeland.

McDonald confirmed as Pembroke professional McDonald confirmed as Pembroke professional ( )

Newly promoted Pembroke have announced their intentions ahead of their LCU campaign by signing Brenton McDonald.

Ted Williamson appointed Director of Cricket at Terenure Ted Williamson appointed Director of Cricket at Terenure ( )

Terenure CC appoints Ted Williamson as its Director of Cricket.

Terenure interested in Curry coup Terenure interested in Curry coup ( )

Leinster Senior Two side Terenure emerge as surprise contenders to sign former Irish international Decker Curry.

Asian players to the fore in Leinster Under 17 squad Asian players to the fore in Leinster Under 17 squad ( )

In a further good news boost for Irish, and in particular Leinster cricket, five players from Asian backgrounds have been named in the Leinster Under 17 squad announced earlier this week.

Fingal Cricket Schools programme Fingal Cricket Schools programme ( )

Details of coaching courses plus the latest on the Leprechaun Cup.

Father and son - record partnership? Father and son - record partnership? ( )

Rodney and Jason Molins shared a 221 partnership for Railway Union back in 1999 - is this a world record for a father and son?

Munster axed from U15 inter-provincial series Munster axed from U15 inter-provincial series ( )

There will be no Munster Under 15 side in this season's Inter-provincial series - they are to be replaced by a Southern XI.

Lawrence joins Terenure CC as Youth Development Officer Lawrence joins Terenure CC as Youth Development Officer ( )

As part of the club's expansion programme, Terenure CC is delighted to announce that Richard Lawrence is re-joining their ranks as Youth Development Officer.

Clontarf dominate Leinster Under 13 selection Clontarf dominate Leinster Under 13 selection ( )

Strength of Clontarf youth cricket evidenced by the fact that no fewer than seven of their players have been named in the Leinster Under 13 Development squad.

Terenure CC sign Ryan Butterworth Terenure CC sign Ryan Butterworth ( )

Terenure Cricket Club are pleased to announce that they have secured Ryan Butterworth as their Overseas Professional for the 2013 season with the assistance of CricX.

Van Der Merwe appointed YMCA captain Van Der Merwe appointed YMCA captain ( )

Albert van der Merwe takes over the helm at Claremont Road for the 2013 season.

That's my boy That's my boy ( )

Four sons of Irish internationals named in the Leinster Under 11 squad.

Indoor Cricket Ireland leagues resume Indoor Cricket Ireland leagues resume ( )

Indoor cricket is back with two leagues and the chance to play social "pick up" games as well.

Terenure seek Director of Cricket Terenure seek Director of Cricket ( )

Terenure Cricket Club seeks to appoint a suitably qualified Director of Coaching for the 2013 season.

Leinster dominate Irish youth squads Leinster dominate Irish youth squads ( )

31 players from Leinster named in Irish youth squads.

Joey O'Meara feature Joey O'Meara feature ( )

Joey O'Meara was a fine all round sportsman, a brilliant hockey player, who gained 52 Irish caps between 1970 and 1977, captaining the side and later becoming team manager. He was also a very good all round cricketer.

Dublin Spring Academy Dublin Spring Academy ( )

Due to the success and huge interest shown by players and parents we are delighted to announce that we will be running a Spring/Pre-Season Academy starting in January 2013.