Portlaoise RFC have launched a wonderful new initiative, introducing their first ever scholarships.
The first recipient, Jack Downey was last week presented with his scholarship in Togher rugby club.
The decision to sponsor two Rugby Scholarships came on the back of a wonderful year for St Mary’s CBS, Portlaoise.
The school made it to both the senior and junior finals of the Leinster Schools Rugby, held in a snowy Energia Park, Donnybrooke back in December.
The seniors were 18-12 winners in the Anne McInerney Cup Final, with the juniors winning the Pat Rossiter Cup Final by 12-7.
The scholarships are to the value of €500 each for two incoming first-years for September 2023.
The scholarship consists of a €250 voucher for Shaws, Portlaoise towards the cost of the student’s uniform
There is also a €250 voucher for All Books, Portlaoise towards the cost of books and stationary.
