Munster Junior Cup (rugby union)

The Munster Junior Cup is an annual rugby union competition held in the province of Munster, Ireland. It is open to junior clubs affiliated with the Munster Branch of the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU). It is one of the oldest and most prestigious junior rugby competitions in Ireland.

The competition typically begins in the autumn and culminates in a final held in the spring. Participating clubs are divided into sections or groups, and matches are played on a knockout basis. The tournament involves clubs from across Munster, including counties Cork, Limerick, Clare, Kerry, Tipperary, and Waterford.

The Munster Junior Cup provides a platform for junior players to showcase their talent and compete for provincial honors. It is seen as an important pathway for players aspiring to progress to higher levels of the game. Winning the Munster Junior Cup is considered a significant achievement for any junior club.

Records regarding the competition’s historical winners and notable matches are generally maintained by the Munster Branch of the IRFU and can be found on their official website and in rugby publications.