Garryowen Football Club is a renowned rugby union club based in Limerick, Ireland. Founded in 1884, Garryowen is one of the oldest and most successful rugby clubs in Ireland, having won numerous All-Ireland League titles and other honours over the years.
A competitive and highly skilled club, Garryowen prides itself on its strong tradition and its passionate commitment to the game of rugby. With its dedicated players, devoted supporters, and strong ties to the local community, Garryowen continues to be one of the top rugby clubs in Ireland.
1. Noel Murphy
Career
- Position(s): Flanker, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 19xx-19xx, 19xx-19xx, 1959-1967: Cork Constitution, Garryowen, Barbarians: , , 9: , , (3), Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Munster: : (), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1958–1969, 1959-1966: Ireland, British Lions: 41, 8: (15), (3)
- Position(s): Flanker
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 19xx-19xx, 19xx-19xx, 1959-1967: Cork Constitution, Garryowen, Barbarians: , , 9: , , (3)
Noel Murphy is a former flanker who played for both Munster and Ireland. Murphy was born in County Cork in 1937 and played his rugby union career with Munster and Ireland.
Murphy played a major role in Munster's victory in the 1974-75 European Cup. Murphy represented Ireland at the 1975 Rugby World Cup and went on to play 51 internationals. Murphy retired from international rugby in 1979.
Murphy is a member of the Munster Hall of Fame. Murphy is currently a rugby commentator for RTÉ. Murphy has written two books about his rugby career. Murphy was awarded an OBE in the 2013 Queen's Birthday Honours. Noel Murphy was one of the best players in the history of Cork Constitution and Garryowen.
He was a consistent performer for both clubs and won many accolades during his time. Noel Murphy represented Munster on numerous occasions and was a part of the Ireland team that won the Triple Crown in 1967.
He later went on to play for the British Lions. Murphy was a devastating ball-handler and had a great kicking game.
He was also a shrewd tackler and was very difficult to beat in one-on-one situations. Murphy was a popular player with his fellow players and was known for his hard work and dedication.
Murphy retired from playing in 1967 and went on to become a successful coach. He has worked with both Cork Constitution and Garryowen and is currently in charge of the latter club.
Murphy is a member of the Munster Hall of Fame and was voted the club's greatest ever player in a recent poll. Murphy is currently the head coach of the Ireland under-20 team and is considered one of the brightest young coaches in Ireland.
Murphy is married and has two children. He is a devout Catholic and enjoys spending time with his family. Murphy is a hard-working and dedicated professional who has had a significant impact on both his sport and his community.
Also Played For: cork constitution
2. Gerry Hurley
Career
- Position(s): Scrum-half, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Garryowen, Cork Constitution: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2007–2014: Munster: 8: (0), , Correct as of 20 Apr 2014, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2013: Ireland Club XV: 2: (0), , Correct as of 23 November 2013
- Position(s): Scrum-half
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2007–2014: Munster: 8: (0)
- Correct as of 20 Apr 2014
Gerry Hurley is a rugby union player who has represented Ireland at international level. He played for Garryowen in the amateur Irish rugby union league system.
He made his debut for Ireland in 2006 and has since made over 50 appearances for his country. He is a scrum-half, and is known for his accurate passing and kicking.
He is a member of the Munster team and has won two Irish Premier Division titles with the province. In 2012, he joined Racing 92 in France and has since made over seventy appearances for the club.
He is currently contracted to Racing 92 until the end of the 2016-17 season. Gerry Hurley is married and has two children. He is a successful rugby union player, and has been described as a "talented player with a great attitude".
Gerry Hurley is a professional rugby player who has played for Munster since 2007. Hurley has appeared for Ireland Club XV in two internationals. He has also won two Irish Professional Rugby Championships with Munster. Hurley is a powerful and hard-working forward.
He is a regular member of the Munster team and is a key player for the province. Hurley is a versatile player and can play anywhere in the forwards. Hurley is a highly respected member of the Munster squad and is a popular player with his team-mates.
Hurley is an excellent goal kicker and has scored many important points for Munster in the past. Hurley is a cornerstone of the Munster team and is a key player for the province.
3. Damien Varley
Career
- Position(s): Hooker, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2006–2008, 2008–2009, 2009–2015: Munster, Wasps, Munster: 2, 4, 121: (0), (10), (60), , Correct as of 5 October 2014, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2010–2014, 2011–2013: Ireland, Ireland Wolfhounds: 3, 4: (0), (0), , Correct as of 9 February 2015
- Position(s): Hooker
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2006–2008, 2008–2009, 2009–2015: Munster, Wasps, Munster: 2, 4, 121: (0), (10), (60)
- Correct as of 5 October 2014
Damien Varley is a professional rugby player who has played for Garryowen and Munster in Ireland. He was born in Limerick, Ireland in 1983 and attended St Munchin's College.
Varley played rugby union for University of Limerick and Garryowen before moving to Munster in 2009. He has represented Ireland at international level and was a member of the team that won the 2009 Six Nations Championship.
Varley is currently playing for Munster in the Pro14. Damien Varley is a professional rugby player who plays for Munster in the Irish provincial championship. He has also played for Wasps in the English Premiership. Varley made his provincial rugby debut for Munster in 2009.
He has since made 120 appearances for the province, scoring 60 tries. Varley has also had a short spell with the Ireland Wolfhounds, making three appearances for the side.
Varley is a powerful ball-carrier and has been praised for his speed and ability to break tackles. Varley is a member of Munster's senior squad and is eligible to play in the Pro12 and European competitions.
Varley is a regular starter for Munster and has been called up to the Irish national team on a number of occasions. Varley is a devout Catholic and is currently studying for his degree in sports science at UCC. Varley is married and has two children.
Varley is a popular player with his team-mates and is known for his hard work and dedication to his sport.
4. Tom Reid
Career
- Position(s): Lock, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), ?, ?: Garryowen Football Club, London Irish: ?, ?: ?, ?, National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1953–1957, 1955: Ireland, British and Irish Lions: 13, 2: (0), (0)
- Position(s): Lock
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- ?, ?: Garryowen Football Club, London Irish: ?, ?: ?, ?
Tom Reid was born in 1926 in Limerick, Ireland and played rugby union for Christian Boys' College in Limerick. He represented Ireland at international level and played for the national side between 1951 and 1956.
Reid also played club rugby for Young Munster in Cork and Blackrock in Dublin. He retired from rugby in 1962 and returned to Ireland to work in the banking sector. Reid moved to Canada in the 1970s and died in 1996 in Montreal at the age of 70.
Reid was a lock and is best remembered for his time with Young Munster. He is a member of the Irish Rugby Hall of Fame and the Limerick Rugby Hall of Fame. Reid's rugby career was cut short due to injury, but he was a key figure in Irish rugby during the 1950s and 1960s.
Reid was a gentleman and a great ambassador for rugby union in Canada.
5. Tom Tierney
Tom Tierney was born in Cork, Ireland in 1983. He played for Ireland, Worcester Warriors and Leicester Tigers in the English professional rugby union league.
Tierney announced his retirement from rugby in November 2017. Tierney is currently the head coach of the Newcastle Falcons in the English Premiership. He has also coached at Munster and at the Ireland U20 team.
Tierney is married to his wife Claire and they have two children. Tierney is a coach for the Ireland national rugby sevens team. Tom Tierney was nominated for the prestigious BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award in 2017.
Tom Tierney is an Irish former rugby union footballer who played for Ireland, Worcester Warriors and Leicester Tigers in the English professional rugby union league. Tom Tierney was a talented scrum-half who played for Richmond, Garryowen, Munster, Galwegians, Connacht, Leicester and Ireland.
He won eight international caps for Ireland in 1999 and 2000. He later became a coach, coaching Garryowen FC, Cork Constitution FC, Glenstal Abbey School, and the Ireland women's team.
6. Paul Cunningham
Career
- Position(s): Hooker, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1995–1997: Munster: 8: (0)
- Position(s): Hooker
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 1995–1997: Munster: 8: (0)
Paul Cunningham is a rugby union player who has represented Ireland at international level. Cunningham started his rugby union career at St Michael's College in Limerick before studying at Trinity College Dublin.
He has since played for Racing Metro, Munster, and Ireland, and was a part of the Irish team that won the Six Nations Championship in 2013. Cunningham is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his rugby skills.
He is a well-respected member of the rugby community, and is often praised for his excellent play. Cunningham is a versatile player who can play at fly-half, centre, or full-back. He is currently a player/coach with Racing Metro in the Top 14 French rugby league.
Cunningham is married and has two children. Paul Cunningham is a professional rugby player who is always looking to improve his skills and play at the highest level possible.
7. Dan Larkin
Career
- Position(s): Centre, Fly-half, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Garryowen, Bective Rangers: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), c.1980s–1995: Munster: 2+: (0+)
- Position(s): Centre, Fly-half
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- c.1980s–1995: Munster: 2+: (0+)
Dan Larkin is a rugby union player who has represented Ireland at international level. He has also played for Munster and Racing Metro in the Pro14. Larkin started his career with St.
Munchins College in Ireland, before moving to France to play for Racing Metro. He was part of the side that won the Pro14 in 2016. Larkin has been a regular starter for Ireland since making his debut in 2014.
He has played at centre and fly-half, and has also been used as a substitute. Larkin is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. He is a prolific goal scorer, with 58 in total.
Larkin has been linked with a move to English side Leicester in the future. He is currently with Ireland's squad for their summer tour of the United States. Larkin is a versatile player who can play in any position on the pitch.
He is a fast and highly skilled player, who is always looking to make an impact on the game. Larkin is a committed player who always puts his wholeself into every game. He is a team player who is always looking to help his side win.
Larkin is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a good strategist who can put his team in good positions on the pitch. Larkin is a player who has a lot of potential and is still developing as a player.
He is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills.
8. Kenny Smith
Career
- Position(s): Wing, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), c.1992–1998: Munster: 4+: ((40+))
- Position(s): Wing
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- c.1992–1998: Munster: 4+: ((40+))
Kenny Smith was born in Ireland and played rugby union for Ireland, Scotland, and the British and Irish Lions. He was a wing and played for Harlequins and the Blues.
Smith was one of the most consistent players of his era and was a member of the Irish team that won the 2007 World Cup. Smith retired in 2015 after a long and successful rugby career.
He is currently a rugby commentator for ESPN. Smith is a highly respected rugby player and has been inducted into the Irish Rugby Union Hall of Fame. He is a popular figure in the rugby community and is known for his humorous comments and interviews.
He is currently working as a rugby commentator for ESPN. Kenny Smith is one of the greatest players in the history of rugby union.
Kenny Smith is a retired rugby player who played for Munster and Ireland. Kenny Smith was a prolific scorer for both Munster and Ireland, and he is the all-time leading points scorer for Ireland.
Kenny Smith was a powerful runner and passer, and he was often used as a decoy or off-loader. Kenny Smith was a hard worker, and he was often injured but he refused to give up on his career.
Kenny Smith was a good leader and mentor, and he helped many young rugby players improve their skills. Kenny Smith is a sports fan favorite, and he is often interviewed by the media.
Kenny Smith is currently a rugby commentator for RTÉ. Kenny Smith is a rugby ambassador for Ireland and he helps promote the sport in his home country. Kenny Smith is a popular figure in the rugby community, and he is often invited to officiate matches.
9. Mark Melbourne
Mark Melbourne was born in 1984 in Clonmel, Co Tipperary. Melbourne played his club rugby with Clonmel RFC and made his debut for the Munster senior team in 2004.
Melbourne has played for Ireland on three occasions, making his debut in 2004 against Italy and playing against Scotland in 2005 and France in 2007. Melbourne retired from international rugby in 2009 and has since focused on his club rugby with Clonmel RFC.
Melbourne has also played for Munster in the Celtic League and was part of the side that reached the semi-finals in 2009. Melbourne has been a regular in the Munster side since his debut and is currently captain of the side.
Mark Melbourne is one of the most experienced players in the Munster side and will be key in their bid for silverware this season.
Melbourne is a regular in the Irish squad and is sure to be a key player in their upcoming matches. Melbourne is a captain's player and is always willing to lead from the front.
10. Conan Doyle
Career
- Position(s): Centre, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Munster, Garryowen: : (), National sevens team(s), Years: Team: : Comps, 2009: Ireland: :
- Position(s): Centre
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- : Munster, Garryowen: : ()
Conan Doyle was born in 1859 in Edinburgh, Scotland. He was educated at the Edinburgh Academy and then studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. He became a doctor in 1887 and began his career as a doctor in Glasgow.
He moved to London in 1892 and began working as a doctor at the London Hospital. He began writing crime novels in 1894 and became a well-known author. He died in 1930. He wrote more than 200 crime novels and was a leading figure in the field of detective fiction.
He is best known for his novels about the detective Sherlock Holmes. Conan Doyle is considered one of the fathers of the modern mystery genre.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a Scottish author who is best known for his Sherlock Holmes mysteries. Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh in 1859.
Conan Doyle was an army doctor before he began writing. His first book, A Study in Scarlet, was published in 1887. Conan Doyle retired from writing in 1930, but continued to lecture on the Holmes stories. He died in 1932.
Conan Doyle was a member of the Royal Society of Literature. Sherlock Holmes is the main character in many of Conan Doyle's stories. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes was made into a television series in the 1990s.
11. Killian Keane
Killian Keane is a retired Irish rugby union player who played at fly-half for Munster and Ireland. Killian Keane is best known for his time with Munster, where he won two Heineken Cups and two PRO12 titles.
Keane also represented Ireland at the 1996 and 2000 World Cups. Killian Keane announced his retirement from rugby in 2013. Killian Keane is currently the head coach of the Limerick senior team. Killian Keane was born on October 6, 1978 in Limerick, Ireland.
Killian Keane currently resides in Limerick with his wife and two children. Killian Keane is a graduate of University College Cork, where he studied Business Administration. Killian Keane is a well-known personality in Limerick and is frequently interviewed by the local media.
Killian Keane is an Irish actor and screenwriter. Keane has appeared in a number of successful Irish films, including "The Van" and "The Guard".
He has also acted in British productions, including "Doctor Who" and "Casualty". Keane has written several successful Irish films, including "The Guard" and "The Innocents".
He has also written for television, including the critically acclaimed "The Clinic". Keane is married to actress Moya Brennan and they have one child.
Keane is currently based in London, England. He is a member of the Irish Academy of Film and Television Arts. Killian Keane is one of Ireland's most successful and well-known actors.
12. Aaron McCloskey
McCloskey is a powerful prop who has impressed in Super Rugby for the Chiefs. He has also played for Munster and Connacht in the Irish Rugby Union. McCloskey made his international debut for Ireland in 2011 and has since played 15 games.
He is a member of the Munster squad for the 2013-14 Guinness PRO14 season. McCloskey has also represented Ireland at the IRB World Cup in 2011 and 2015.
He is a powerful prop who is known for his hard running and strong scrummaging. McCloskey is a tough player who is not afraid of a physical challenge.
He is a powerful player who is capable of making a big impact on the pitch. McCloskey is a powerful prop who is capable of making a big impact on the pitch. Aaron McCloskey started his career with St Helens before spending two seasons with North Wales Crusaders.
He has represented Ireland at international level and played in the 2011-12 European Cup. Aaron McCloskey is a powerful forward with good speed and a good attacking game. He is a hard worker and is always looking for an opportunity to score.
Aaron McCloskey is a valuable member of the St Helens team and is expected to play a major role in the 2012-13 season. He is a popular player with his teammates and is a popular figure in the community.
Aaron McCloskey is a talented player and is expected to continue his good form in the 2012-13 season. He is a dedicated player and is always looking to improve his skills. Aaron McCloskey is a talented forward and is a valuable member of the St Helens team.
13. Ronan O'Mahony
Career
- Position(s): Wing, Fullback, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 20??–2019: Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2013–2019: Munster: 70: (105), , Correct as of 2 March 2019, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2009: Ireland U20: 6: (5), , Correct as of 20 April 2013
- Position(s): Wing, Fullback
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2013–2019: Munster: 70: (105)
- Correct as of 2 March 2019
Ronan O'Mahony was born in Limerick, Ireland in 1989. He attended Castletroy College and played rugby union for their team. O'Mahony has had a successful rugby union career, playing for Munster, Racing-Metro and Leinster.
He has been capped at international level for Ireland and was part of the squad that won the 2011 World Cup. O'Mahony is a wing and fullback and is known for his ball-carrying and hard tackling. He has three children and is married to Marie-Louise.
O'Mahony retired from rugby in 2016 and now works as a rugby coach. O'Mahony is a powerful player with a great kicking game.
O'Mahony has been a mainstay in the Munster team for a number of years now. O'Mahony has been a consistent performer for Ireland U20s, and is looking to make the step up to the senior team.
O'Mahony is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to his team. O'Mahony is a strong leader on and off the pitch, and is always willing to give his all for Munster.
O'Mahony is a versatile player, able to fill a number of different roles on the pitch. O'Mahony is a popular player with his team-mates, and is always ready to give his best.
O'Mahony is a future captain of Munster, and is already regarded as one of the best players in the province. O'Mahony is a versatile player, able to fill a number of different roles on the pitch.
14. Tony Butler
Career
- Position(s): Fly-half, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Ennis: : (), 2021–: Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2021–: Munster: 1: (0), , Correct as of 12 December 2021, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2022: Ireland U20: 5: (14), , Correct as of 24 June 2022
- Position(s): Fly-half
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2021–: Munster: 1: (0)
- Correct as of 12 December 2021
Tony Butler is a rugby union player who was born in Ennis, Clare, Ireland in 2002. Butler played for St Flannan's College before moving onto university to play for the University of Limerick.
Butler was called up to the Irish national team in the summer of 2016 and has since played 8 matches for them. Butler is a fly-half and has been used in a variety of positions for the Irish national team.
Butler has been a regular in the Irish team and is looking to qualify for the 2019 World Cup. Butler is an athletic fly-half who is known for his speed and passing. Butler is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game.
Butler is a rising star in Irish rugby and is set to continue playing at a high level for years to come. Tony Butler was born in Ennis in September 2021. Tony Butler started his career with Munster in 2021, making his debut in a Pro14 game against Glasgow.
Tony Butler has since made over 100 appearances for Munster, playing a key role in their success. Tony Butler has been drafted into the Irish U20 team, playing a key role in their World Championship victory in 2020.
Tony Butler is a key part of Munster's future, and is expected to continue his successful career with the province.
Also Played For: young munster rugby football club
15. Neil Cronin
Career
- Position(s): Scrum-half, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2011–: Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–: Munster: 37: (10), , Correct as of 28 January 2023, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–2018: Ireland Club XV: 8: (8), , Correct as of 18 March 2018
- Position(s): Scrum-half
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2014–: Munster: 37: (10)
- Correct as of 28 January 2023
Neil Cronin is a rugby union player who plays as a scrum-half. Cronin represented University of Limerick in the Inter-Varsity rugby competition and competed at the U20 and U23 levels.
Cronin made his provincial debut for Munster in 2014 and has since gone on to make over 50 appearances for the province. Cronin had a breakout season in 2017/18, scoring nine tries in 18 appearances.
Cronin has been capped at international level by Ireland and has made one appearance for the A Team. Cronin is currently contracted to Munster for the next three seasons. Cronin is a versatile player who can play as a scrum-half or fly-half.
Cronin is a hard-working and committed player who is always looking to improve his game. Cronin is a tireless worker who is always looking to put in the extra effort on the field.
16. Diarmuid Barron
Career
- Position(s): Hooker, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Cashel: : (), 2016–: Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2018–: Munster: 48: (20), , Correct as of 28 January 2023, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017–2018: Ireland U20: 9: (0), 2022: Emerging Ireland: 3: (0), 2022: Ireland A: 1: (0), , Correct as of 4 November 2022
- Position(s): Hooker
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2018–: Munster: 48: (20)
- Correct as of 28 January 2023
Diarmuid Barron is a 24-year-old Irish rugby union player who plays as a hooker. Barron first played rugby at Rockwell College before transferring to Garryowen in 2016.
Barron has represented Ireland at under-20 and under-23 level, and made his full international debut in 2018. Barron is a powerful player with a good kicking game. He is a key member of Garryowen's squad and is looking to build on his recent international success.
Barron is a hard-working player who is committed to his rugby career. Barron as he looks to cement his place in the Irish squad.
Barron is a promising player with a lot of potential, and he is sure to develop further in the future. He is a talented rugby player with a lot of potential, and he is sure to develop further in the future.
17. Mike Sherry
Career
- Position(s): Hooker, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Garryowen: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2009–2019: Munster: 108: (60), 2019: → Gloucester (loan): 5: (5), , Correct as of 25 May 2019, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2012–2013: Ireland Wolfhounds: 2: (0), 2013: Ireland: 1: (0), , Correct as of 9 February 2015
- Position(s): Hooker
- Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
- 2009–2019: Munster: 108: (60)
- 2019: → Gloucester (loan): 5: (5)
- Correct as of 25 May 2019
Mike Sherry is a 34-year-old Irish rugby union player who has previously played for Garryowen. Mike Sherry is a hooker and is a member of the Irish national rugby union team.
Mike Sherry has represented Ireland at senior level on a number of occasions, most notably at the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Mike Sherry is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a solid performance for his team.
Mike Sherry is a versatile player who is able to play in a number of positions on the pitch. Mike Sherry is a popular player with his team-mates, who appreciate his efforts on the pitch. Mike Sherry is a veteran of the Irish rugby union scene and is still looking to improve in all areas of his game.
Mike Sherry is a popular figure within the rugby community and is well-respected for his skills on the pitch. Mike Sherry is currently contracted to French side Racing 92 and is looking to help them reach the top of the French rugby league pyramid.
Final Words
Garryowen Football Club is one of the most successful rugby clubs in Ireland. Over the years, they have produced some of the best players in the country, including current Ireland captain Paul O’Connell.
The club is also well known for its passionate supporters, who always come to support their team no matter what the situation.
