22 Aug Navan Cruise Past Dundalk in Jenkinson Cup Opener
Leinster North-East Jenkinson Cup (J2) – First Round (Friday 21st August)
Navan 64 Dundalk 0
Balreask Old, Navan.
(Half-Time: 38-0)
Rugby made a triumphant return under the Friday night lights at Balreask Old as Navan RFC hosted North-East rivals Dundalk RFC in the first round of the Leinster Jenkinson Cup.
In a dominant performance, a Navan squad boasting a fine mix of experienced heads and dynamic youth ran in ten tries to secure an emphatic 64-0 victory.
Navan set a blistering pace right from the opening whistle. Offloading with precision and attacking space at every opportunity, the home side built a commanding 38-0 lead by half-time, effectively putting the contest beyond reach.
The momentum continued into the second half as Navan’s relentless attack and disciplined defense kept Dundalk scoreless for the full game, capping off a 64-point clinical display.
The night also marked the welcome return of Ben McEntagart, who featured prominently in an impressive Navan backline.
Navan now progress to the second round of the Jenkinson Cup, where they will face fellow County Meath side Athboy in an exciting local derby.
Date, venue, and kick-off time will be announced shortly.
A massive thank you to everyone who came out to support the team and enjoyed the atmosphere in the clubhouse afterwards!
Navan RFC Men’s J1/2nd XV Matchday Squad
Starting XV:
1: Shane O’Connor, 2: Michael McAteer, 3: Andrew Keating, 4: Eoghan Noonan, 5: Jack Smith, 6: Ciaran OReilly, 7: Euan Groenewald, 8: Alex Carter, 9: Cillian Murphy, 10: Philip Smyth, 11: Sean Walsh, 12: Harry Hester, 13: Ben Mc Entagart, 14: Cormac Horan, 15: Shaun O’Reilly.
Replacements:
16: Thomas Kearns, 17: Matthew Clinton, 18: Aaron Beirne, 19: Ben McCreary, 20: Kit Waddington, 21: Mark Russell, 22: Luke Dolan.