17 Aug Abby & Maggie Kerin Claim Podium Finish in Warwick
The international success story at Balreask Old reached new heights over the weekend, as sisters Abby and Maggie Kerin helped lead the Ireland Under-18 Girls team to a brilliant Bronze Medal at the 2026 European Youth Touch Rugby Championships!
Held from 13th to 16th August in Warwick, UK, the four-day international tournament brought together the finest young touch rugby talent from across Europe for a series of high-tempo, grueling fixtures.
Wearing their green Ireland jerseys with immense pride, Abby and Maggie were pivotal figures throughout the championship. Their sharp handling, defensive work rate, and explosive speed in open space helped Ireland navigate a demanding schedule against top European contenders.
The duo saved their finest performances for the final stages, helping the Irish squad secure a hard-fought 3rd-place finish and claim European Bronze!
Abby and Maggie’s podium finish caps off an extraordinary summer of international touch rugby for Navan RFC. Following closely on the heels of senior clubmate Allie Flynn’s Bronze Medal triumph with the Ireland Women’s Under 22 Tag Rugby team in Vichy, France, the Kerin sisters have further cemented Balreask Old’s reputation as a thriving hub for national rugby talent.
The executive committee, coaches, teammates, and the entire membership at Navan RFC extend our warmest congratulations to Abby and Maggie on this sensational accomplishment.
Enjoy every second of celebrating your European silverware, girls,you have done your family, country, and club proud!