The 2016/2017 Ulster Bank League was yet another nail-biting season, full of exciting and
enthralling matches with the Division 1A final being played at the Aviva Stadium again this
year, a fitting celebration of the club game in Ireland. Now it’s the time of the year when
thoughts turn to new beginnings as teams across the country prepare for a new season
ahead.
Ulster Bank is delighted to be celebrating its eighth season as Official Community Rugby
Partner to the IRFU, which includes the title sponsorship of the All-Ireland Club League and
the Irish Club International team.
As many of you know, local rugby clubs and club players are the lifeblood of the grassroots
game and without it Irish rugby wouldn’t be the standard it is today. Each week players,
coaches and volunteers dedicate their time and efforts to ensure that rugby continues to
thrive across all levels and each year we continue to be impressed and inspired by the
passion we see.
The Ulster Bank League Awards continue to grow each year and we are delighted to say that
they will be returning for a sixth year. The awards recognise the commitment shown by
players, coaches and teams, across all Ulster Bank League divisions and we look forward to
celebrating their achievements again next year.
Ulster Bank is dedicated to the future of Irish rugby and we are looking forward to what
2017/2018 has in store. As clubs around the country get ready to kick off the new season,
on behalf of everyone at Ulster Bank, I want to say good luck to all involved.
Make sure to follow us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ulsterbankrugby and on Twitter @UlsterBankRugby to keep up to date with all our initiatives.
Joe Heneghan
Director of Customer Experience and Products
Ulster Bank