The first rugby club in the town was formed in 1899 and the club’s success has ebbed and flowed since then with sides enjoying success in the two West Munster competitions, winning the McElligott and Galwey Foley Cups on various occasions.

Past players at Listowel RFC include writer John B Keane and GAA and Aussie rules star Tadgh Kennelly. Membership at the club is on the rise with a large group of fully qualified coaches keen to volunteer their time with the club’s young players.

The club continues to encourage all to join at Mini and Youth level. The club fields mixed Mini rugby teams at all age groups from U6s to U12s and at Youth level teams at U14, 16, and 18.5s for boys and girls. In fact, one of the big success stories of the club is the girls section which began in 2013 with teams at U13, U15, and U18 level. Since then, the club have been proud to have a number of players from across their teams progess onto Munster squads and beyond.

Listowel RFC is very much as a community club and the overriding ethos is on having fun. Throughout the season there are many social events organised with nights out across the year, awards nights, and regular trips to watch Munster in Thomond Park.

New members are always welcome in all capacities!