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Carrickfergus Rugby Football Club, Carrickfergus (2026)

24/05/2026

⚫️🔴 Revealing our new coaching and management team for the 3rd XV 🔴⚫️

We’re delighted to welcome club legend Billy Montgomery back into the senior setup.

Following a successful playing career, Billy has coached across all sections of the Club over the years, and it’s massive to have his rugby IQ and influence back within the senior ranks.

Joining Billy in the backroom team is another club legend, his brother Geoffrey “Flaff” Montgomery. Flaff needs little introduction after an incredible 12-year stint as 1st XV Manager, only stepping down for a well-earned semi-retirement this year.

Completing the team is Gavin McIlveen, often seen alongside Billy sharing rugby knowledge and experience. Gavin has followed his son Adam through the age groups, and it’s brilliant to see parents stepping into more established roles within the Club.

The 3rd XV is our Academy side - built around a core of experienced former 1st/2nd XV players alongside some of our most promising young talent. It provides the perfect platform for players stepping up from youth rugby or returning to the game, with a clear pathway into the senior squad under Billy and his team.

A big thank you to Glen McCord and Glen Graham for their leadership and commitment to the squad over the past number of years, as they continue to contribute in other key roles within the Club.

We’re excited for what lies ahead for the 3rd XV this season 👏

24/05/2026

🔴⚫️ Revealing our new coaching and management team for the 2nd XV 🔴⚫️

Leading the way for the 2nd XV is Ross Marsden. A true club legend, Ross was still playing at the top level right up until last season and brings a huge amount of experience, standards and leadership to the role. His knowledge of the game and understanding of what it takes to compete will be invaluable for the squad this year.

Joining Ross is another familiar face in Chris Rodgers, better known as “Fridge”. After an incredible playing career with the 1st XV, Fridge is taking a step back from playing duties to move into a player-coach role and assist Ross with the squad. His experience and presence around the group will be massive both on and off the pitch.

Keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes is Bill Crymble. A former Club President on several occasions and a true club stalwart, Bill effectively manages all team affairs and continues to give an incredible amount of time and effort to the Club.

The 2nd XV remains a hugely important part of our senior setup - providing competitive rugby, developing players pushing for 1st XV opportunities, and maintaining the strong standards and culture of the Club throughout the squad.

Thanks to Andy McKeen and Matt McDowell for their prior commitment to the squad, who are stepping away from the coaching sidelines next season - they have helped set the 2nd XV up for the seasons to come

Exciting times ahead for the 2nd XV this season 👏

23/05/2026

Following a successful AGM on Thursday evening, we are delighted to announce and congratulate Harry Ritchie on being selected as CRFC Club President for the 2026/27 season 👏

Congratulations also to our newly elected Management Team!

We wish everyone the very best for the incoming 2026/27 season 🏉

22/05/2026

🏉🔥 The Final Is Here! 🔥🏉

The EPCR Challenge Cup Final has arrived — and we’re backing Ulster Rugby all the way at CRFC! 🔴⚪️

Carrick is getting into the spirit, with the local knights proudly dressed in Ulster flags! ⚔️🚩

📅 Friday 22 May
🏉 Kick-Off: 8:00PM
📍 CRFC – Tom Simms Memorial Park
⏰ Drinks Deals: 6:00PM–10:00PM

🍺 Selected Pints on Offer
💷 Non-Members: £4.50
💳 Members: £4.05

19/05/2026

🏉🔥 FINAL WEEK 🔥🏉

The EPCR Challenge Cup Final is almost here and we’re backing Ulster Rugby all the way at CRFC! 🔴⚪️

📅 Friday 22 May
🏉 Kick Off - 8PM
📍 CRFC - Tom Simms Memorial Park
⏰ Drinks Deal Running 6PM–10PM

🍺 Selected Pints on Offer
💷 Non-Members: £4.50
💳 Members: £4.05

18/05/2026

🏉🔥 CARRICKFERGUS RFC SUMMER SCHEME 🔥🏉

Come join us for a brilliant week of rugby, games and skill development at our annual Summer Scheme! 💪☀️

📅 Week Commencing 20th July
⏰ 9:30am – 12:30pm daily
‼️ Open to P1 – U14s (Current Year 9 and Year 10)
✅ Members & Non-Members Welcome

💷 £75 for the week
📍 £17 daily rate available
👕 FREE t-shirt when booked for the full week
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 £10 sibling discount for each additional child booked on weekly rate

Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment!

📲 Contact Alan via WhatsApp to book:
07742 899518

17/05/2026

🏆 Carrickfergus RFC Youth Award Winners 2026 🏆

What a fantastic celebration of another brilliant season for our youth section! A huge congratulations to every player recognised for their hard work, commitment, attitude, and performances throughout the year. 🔴⚫

From our U12s right through to U18s, these awards reflect the dedication, teamwork, and spirit that make Carrickfergus RFC so special.

A special mention to 3 coaches which are hanging up their coaching boots at the end of this season -

U18s Coach - Kevin Howlette
U12s Coach - Glenn Baxter
U12s Coach - Robyn Kitchen

Thank you to all players, coaches, volunteers, and families for your continued support throughout the season. The future of the club is in great hands! 👏🏉

Youth Main Awards
🏉 CRFC Youth Top Try Scorer - Charlie Kernaghan (U14s)
⭐ Wallace Luney Award – Over and Beyond Rugby - Olivia Beggs

Boys Youth Teams Awards
🔴 U18s
🥇 Captains Medal - Caiden Slaughter
😄 Personality of the Year - Jacob Craig
📈 Most Improved Player of the Year - Charlie Moore
🌟 Young Player of the Year - Jude Morrison & Callum Harris
🤝 Players’ Player of the Year - Ellis Bell

🔴 U16s
🥇 Captains Medal - Adam McIIveen
😄 Personality of the Year - Alfie Reynolds
📈 Most Improved Player of the Year - Jenslan Coelho
🌟 Young Player of the Year - General Musabayana
🤝 Players’ Player of the Year - Rudi Smyth

🔴 U14s
🥇 Captains Medal - Joe Bell
😄 Personality of the Year - Matthew Crawford
📈 Most Improved Player of the Year - Harry Chalmers
🌟 Young Player of the Year - Ben Kirkham
🤝 Players’ Player of the Year - Joe Bell

🔴 U12s
🥇 Captains Medal - Cameron Kane
😄 Personality of the Year - Jack Donald
📈 Most Improved Player of the Year - Harry Picken
👏 Coaches Player of the Year - Thom McFarland
🤝 Players’ Player of the Year - Olly McReynolds

Girls Youth Team Awards
🔴 U18s
🥇 Captains Medal - Olivia Beggs
😄 Personality of the Year - Lucy Baxter
📈 Most Improved Player of the Year - Kayla Adair
👏 Coaches Player of the Year - Olivia Beggs
🤝 Players’ Player of the Year - Rachel Branagh

🔴 U16s
🥇 Captains Medal - Paige Hoey
📈 Most Improved Player of the Year - Sophie Rowe
👏 Coaches Player of the Year - Paige Hoey

🔴 U14s
🥇 Captains Medal - Georgi Cawood
😄 Personality of the Year - Hailie Peoples
📈 Most Improved Player of the Year - Grace Wady
👏 Coaches Player of the Year - Lucy Branagh
🤝 Players’ Player of the Year - Georgi Cawood 🏉

15/05/2026

⚫🔴 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙂𝙮𝙢 𝙁𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙔𝙤𝙪 🔴⚫

The wait is over - our new gym is officially complete! 💪🏉

A massive thank you to everyone who donated to and supported our Sport NI campaign. Your generosity, encouragement and backing helped turn this project from an idea into a reality.

This new facility will make a huge difference for players across every section of the club, providing a fantastic space to train, develop and prepare for the seasons ahead.

We’re incredibly proud of what’s been achieved together and grateful to everyone who played a part in making it happen.

Here’s to the next chapter - stronger together. 🔴⚫

13/05/2026

⚫️🔴 𝘾𝙍𝙁𝘾 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙢𝙨 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙉𝙚𝙬 1𝙓𝙑 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙧 🔴⚫️

Carrickfergus RFC are proud to announce the appointment of Glen Graham as our new 1st XV Team Manager ahead of the 2026/27 season.

A hugely respected figure within the Club, Glen is certainly no stranger to Carrickfergus RFC, having dedicated countless hours across a wide range of roles over the years and very often juggling several at once with remarkable commitment and professionalism.

Bringing an exceptional level of organisation, experience and leadership to this newly redesigned position, Glen’s work ethic and efficiency are second to none. His passion for the Club, attention to detail and ability to keep standards high behind the scenes will make him an invaluable part of the senior setup.

Everyone at Carrickfergus RFC is delighted to see Glen take on this important role, and we have no doubt he will play a massive part in supporting the 1st XV’s ambitions and drive for success throughout the 2026/27 season.

12/05/2026

What a fantastic day at our Mini Section Annual Awards Day on Saturday 9th May! 🎉🏉

The day was packed full of fun activities for everyone to enjoy, including gladiator-style games, obstacle courses, and even a visit from a fire engine where the kids got the chance to use the hose! 🚒💦

Following all the fun and games, the annual awards were proudly presented by Vice President Harry Ritchie as we celebrated the achievements of our young players throughout the season, before finishing the day in spectacular fashion with our popular Colour Run - which somehow gets even better every year! 🌈

Congratulations to all of this year’s award winners:

🏆 P1s
Player of the Year – Luka Mather-Marin
Most Improved – Luca Russell

🏆 P2/3s
Player of the Year – Alex Fullerton
Most Improved – Orrin Beggs

🏆 P4s
Player of the Year – Anna McKeen
Most Improved – Harry Towers

🏆 P5s
Player of the Year – Brody Wilson
Most Improved – Elijah Black

🏆 P6s
Player of the Year – Issac Derwin
Most Improved – Patrick Copeland

🏆 P7s
Player of the Year – Henry McDowell
Best Newcomer – Cameron MacKay

🏆 U10 Girls
Player of the Year – Chloe McIlwaine
Most Improved – Ramona Hagan

🏆 U12s
Player of the Year – Aoife Pollard
Most Improved – Isla Halliday

A huge well done to every player throughout the season and thank you to all coaches, volunteers, parents and supporters who continue to make days like this possible.

A brilliant day was had by all and we’re already counting down to next season! 🔴⚫

11/05/2026

📣 Annual General Meeting 2026 📣

Our Annual General Meeting 2026 is due to take place on Thursday 21st May 2026.

The AGM 2026 pack has now been sent to all paying members’ email addresses for those who are registered to receive club communications via email.

If you believe you should have received the pack and have not yet received it, please check your junk/spam folder or contact our page directly.

We encourage all members to attend and have their say as we look ahead to the future of the club.

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