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Munster and Ireland scrum-half Craig Casey was quick off the mark once again when he officially opened a new €250,000 state-of-the-art impressive indoor astro turf facility at Scariff RFC on Sunday. Although small in stature, the former Ard Scoil Rís player had no problem passing a jersey to one side on a rail to unveil a plaque on the outside wall of this new all-weather 40 by 20 metres facility. Cheered on by a large crowd of Scariff RFC committee members, supporters and young rugby players, this unveiling marked a special milestone for a rugby club that was first founded in 1963. Family attractions to mark the occasion included a bouncy castle, barbeque and refreshments, underage rugby blitz and activities for children. Thanking Craig Casey for attending the official opening, Michael Madden hoped next summer he would become a Lions Rugby player. The Scariff RFC Chairman praised Munster Rugby Development Officer Gerry Casey, Craig’s father, for all the assistance he …
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