RUGBY | Dundalk RFC U16 and U18 ladies celebrate their awards night
Members of the Dundalk RFC U16 and U18 ladies squad swapped the muddy boots and dirty kit for the glitz and glam of high street fashion for their end of season awards night at the Market Bar on Friday night.
Playing in the top tier for the very first time, the U18 squad reached the Premier Division semi-finals, a massive achievement for the girls and their coaches while a number of the panel were also handed provincial call ups.
All in all, it was a phenomenal season which can be attributed to the selfless dedication, commitment and talent of the squad and their coaching team of Dermot Lennon, Suzanne Flynn, Kevin Conway and Linda Valentine.
U18 Player Of The Season: Nina Hjalmers
U18 Most Improved Player: Maria Smith
U18 Most Committed Player: Clodagh Flynn
The U16 squad endured a more difficult season as they struggled with numbers but are optimistic that their fortunes will change next season with the recruitment of new blood.
Despite the challenges, these girls demonstrated talent, commitment and stamina to progress through the season and everybody is looking forward to the new campaign under coach Pat Hughes who has continued to develop the skills of the girls this season.
U16 Player Of The Season: Aoife Birmingham
U16 Most Improved Player: Jennifer McElroy
U16 Best Newcomer: Emma McArdle
