Dromore, a club with a rich history in the competition, will host Bective Rangers at Barban Hill this Saturday, 14 December (kick-off 2.30pm). Dromore, who were runners-up in 2020, have been in impressive form the competition so far, and captain Ryan Hughes is excited about the prospect of leading his team to the final:
"As captain of Dromore, leading the team into an All-Ireland semi-final is an incredible honour. Our goal is to give everything we have in each game, focus on the small details, and represent our club and town with pride and passion. Bringing home an All-Ireland title that would mean so much to everyone connected to Dromore. "
Bective Rangers, last season’s finalists, will be looking to reach the final once again. They have a strong squad and will be a tough opponent for Dromore.
In the other semi-final, Enniskillen will face Tullow at Rathoe Road, Co. Carlow. Enniskillen captain James Ferguson is excited about the opportunity to play in the semi-final
"We are a community club that relies on volunteers, and everyone continues to put in a huge amount of effort to allow us to compete in these games. It comes as no surprise that two Ulster teams have made the last four, considering the strength of Junior Rugby in the province over the last few years.”
Enniskillen head coach Ali Keys is also looking forward to the game:
"Obviously, the All-Ireland Junior Cup is a prestigious tournament, making it special for us a club to play. We really appreciate the opportunity to play teams outside Ulster, test ourselves against unfamiliar opponents, and, most importantly of all, strike up positive relationships with other clubs across the island."
Tullow, meanwhile, are making their debut in the semi-finals and will be looking to cause an upset. They have been impressive so far in the competition and will be a tough opponent for Enniskillen.
Both games promise to be thrilling encounters, with two Ulster clubs vying for a place in the final. The winners of these semi-finals will face each other in the final on Saturday 25 January 2025.
