Munster Cricket
Managing, developing and promoting cricket throughout Munster
Munster Cricket is responsible for expanding participation in the game, creating structures and an infrastructure to support that expansion, and ensuring the long-term viability of the game in Munster.
The season runs from mid- April to mid-September, with league and cup competitions organised for different groups.
The main Adult Competitions are divided into four divisions, with each team also having the option to enter the Senior, Junior and Minor knockout cup competitions. Due to the relative shortage of cricket grounds in Munster, many of the clubs field several teams, so you will find a match going on in most clubs every weekend, with youth and social matches throughout the week.
About Munster Cricket
Munster Cricket works closely with Cricket Ireland to continue to expand cricket into new areas throughout the large catchment area that is Munster.
With government support, the Union employs, two part-time development officers who oversee the development of youth and schools cricket in the province.
Munster Senior Cup and Premier Division winners also participate in the Irish Senior Cup while the remaining senior clubs compete in the National Cup.
Munster is an excellent destination for visiting and touring teams, but you do need to make your plans early as the available days for playing matches get used up quickly for league and cup competitions.
MUNSTER CRICKET UNION DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS
Originally from Perth, Western Australia, Rory’s passion for cricket started from age 5.
Rory holds a MSc in Sports management from UCD, and has worked with professional sports organisations including Bohemian Football club, and Hockey Ireland on strategical & operational planning projects.
Rory’s held various coaching including the TUS rugby men’s head coach, Shannon women’s senior & under 18s head coach, and forwards coach for Castletroy college senior cup rugby team. He was an athletic development coach for Clare GAA for three years, working with both football and hurling senior and underage squads.
Rory is keen to bring his professional & leadership experience, as well as adept knowledge of high-performance to Munster Cricket.
Hugh brings over 20 years of coaching experience to the MCU. For over a decade, Hugh has been involved in coaching at the school level, nurturing young talent.
His coaching credentials are impressive having worked with coaches and players, and holding Level 3 coaching badges in both cricket and hockey. He also coached university teams in the UK.
Hugh is a member of the ECB Coaches Association and the Gary Kirsten Coaching Academy.
In his new role with Munster Cricket, Hugh is eager to collaborate with players, schools, clubs, and parents across the region. His primary focus will be on further igniting interest in playing cricket and building a thriving cricketing community within Munster.
Australian Glenn Brokenshire steps into the key role of National Programme Co-ordinator and is responsible for the promotion and rollout of Cricket Ireland children’s initiatives ‘Smash it’ and ‘It’s Wicket’ across Munster. “It’s an incredibly exciting time to be involved in cricket in the country,” said Glenn. “In my 22 years living in Ireland, I’ve never seen such a level of passion and participation in the sport. Girls, boys, women, men, club, province and country- it’s brilliant, and it all starts with the kids getting involved with Smash It/It’s Wicket.”
Having recently completed the Core Coach (Level 2), he is keen to continue his coaching journey as well as playing for Cork Harlequins CC.
Glenn has a wealth of experience in the fitness industry, and is a life-long cricket fan. He is also a graphic designer, avid photographer and social media manager.