8 Connacht Players Named on the Irish U20 Women's Team

Ireland Men’s and Women’s U20 squads announced for summer tournaments

Wednesday June 18th: The IRFU today announced the squads, sponsored by PwC, who will be representing Ireland in the U20 tournaments this summer.

Head Coach of the Ireland U20’s Women, Niamh Briggs has named a 35 person squad for the 2025 Summer Series taking place in Wales. The series returns for a second year, offering the future stars of Women’s rugby the opportunity to gain important experience on the international stage, and a new step on the development pathway towards the elite game.

11 players return to the squad having taken part in the inaugural Summer Series last year and Wicklow’s Jane Neill captains the side again.

Speaking about the series Briggs says; “This competition represents a significant step in our player development pathway. It provides a valuable opportunity for young athletes to challenge themselves against top-level opposition, experience the demands of an international environment, and continue their progression toward senior rugby.”

The Ireland Men’s and Women’s U20 teams are sponsored again by PwC, a longstanding partner of Irish Rugby.

Speaking at the squad announcement, Marie Coady, Markets Partner, PwC Ireland said: "We are proud to continue our support of the Ireland U20 Men’s and Women’s teams as they embark on another exciting summer of international rugby. At PwC, we believe in the power of sport to inspire and build resilience, and it is a privilege to support the next generation of Irish rugby talent. PwC is proud to contribute to a pathway that helps young people achieve their sporting potential."

IRFU Declan Madden also adds: “The IRFU is hugely grateful for the incredible support shown by PwC for the Ireland age grade teams over the past 20 years. Their sponsorship of both the Men’s and Women’s U20 teams has played a vital role in the development of our young athletes—not only supporting them on the pitch but also in their personal growth. On behalf of the IRFU I would like to wish the players and management of both squads all the best for their respective tournaments. Representing your country is the ultimate honour and we have no doubt you will do us all proud.”

 

Ireland Women’s U20 squad for the Six Nations Summer Series:

Forwards
Jemima Adams Verling	Creggs RFC / Connacht
Alma Atagamen	Balbriggan RFC / Leinster
Sophie Barrett	Enniskillen RFC / Ulster
Grainne Burke	UL Bohemian RFC / Munster
Ella Burns	Tuam/Oughterard & Galwegians RFC / Connacht
Beth Buttimer	UL Bohemian RFC / Munster
Maebh Clenaghan	Queens University Belfast RFC / Ulster
Carla Cooney	Tullow RFC / Leinster
Aoife Corcoran	MU Barnhall RFC / Leinster
Saoirse Crowe	Shannon RFC / UL Bohemian RFC / Munster
Poppy Garvey	Railway Union RFC / Connacht
Beibhinn Gleeson	Tuam/Oughterard / Connacht
Sally Kelly	Ennis RFC / Munster
Merisa Kiripati	Creggs RFC / Connacht
Lily Morris	Ballincollig RFC / Munster
Jane Neill	Old Belvedere RFC / Leinster
Aoibhe O Flynn	UL Bohemian RFC / Munster
Rosie Searle	Navan RFC / Leinster
Backs
Emma Brogan	MU Barnhall RFC / Leinster
Hannah Clarke	Galwegians RFC / Connacht
Lyndsay Clarke	Ennis RFC / Munster
Katie Corrigan	Old Belvedere RFC / Leinster
Clara Dunne	Wicklow RFC / Leinster
Caitriona Finn	UL Bohemian RFC / Munster
Emily Foley	Galwegians RFC / Connacht
Jade Gaffney	Old Belvedere RFC / Leinster
Niamh Gallagher	Saracens / IQ Rugby
May Goulding	Old Albians/Saracens IQ Rugby
Lucia Linn	UL Bohemian RFC / Munster
Caoimhe McCormack	Railway Union RFC / Leinster
Grainne Moran	Galwegians RFC / Connacht
Robyn O'Connor	Wexford Wanderers RFC / Leinster
Tara O'Neill	Cooke RFC / Ulster
Ellie O Sullivan Sexton	Old Belvedere RFC / Leinster
Hannah Scanlon	Railway Union RFC / Leinster

 

Fixtures:

Wales v Ireland, 5th July 15.30

Ireland v France 11th July 15.30

Scotland v Ireland 17th July 13.00

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