Connacht Rugby Set for EPCR Challenge Cup Matches in Wales, Georgia, France, Ireland

The Limerick football championship has commenced with multiple matches scheduled across various divisions, including Senior, Intermediate, Premier Junior A, Junior B, Minor B, Junior A, and Junior C, featuring local clubs such as Oola, Na Piarsaigh, Glin, and Monagea competing in their respective groups. Meanwhile, the League of Ireland Premier Division, Ireland's top football league, began its 2025 season in February and continues through November, with historic clubs like Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne leading the competition. In rugby, Connacht Rugby’s fixtures for the EPCR Challenge Cup have been confirmed, including matches against the Ospreys, Black Lion, Montpellier, and Montauban, featuring several first-time meetings. In an international cultural highlight, Galway-born Ciara Jo Hanlon was crowned the 2025 New Zealand Rose, representing New Zealand in the upcoming Festival of Kerry, reflecting strong Irish-New Zealand ties. Additionally, Irish players have made significant impacts in the Premier Lacrosse League's Throwback Weekend in Chicago, with standout performances by Pat Kavanagh, Jake Taylor, Chris Kavanagh, and Liam Entenmann across several teams. These developments showcase vibrant sporting and cultural activities involving Irish athletes both domestically and internationally.