Carlow set to host all-inclusive rugby day next month as Bees welcome players of all ages

County Carlow Football Club is set to host a special inclusive rugby day later this month, as its all-inclusive Bees team welcomes players, families and supporters from across the region.

The event will take place on Saturday, February 28, at County Carlow Football Club in Oakpark and is open to both junior and senior participants of all ages.

Organised by the Bees, the club’s all-inclusive rugby team, the day will focus on participation, teamwork and enjoyment in a fully accessible and welcoming environment.

The initiative forms part of the club’s wider commitment to keeping rugby open and inclusive at grassroots level, with programmes like the Bees playing a key role in building confidence, encouraging physical activity and strengthening community connections.

Speaking ahead of the event, County Carlow Football Club President Aurlene Browne said the day was about far more than sport.

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“This day is about far more than rugby. It is about belonging, confidence, and giving people of all ages the opportunity to feel part of a team,” she said.

“The Bees represent everything we want our club to stand for – inclusion, respect, and community – and we are very proud to host an event that celebrates those values.”

The inclusive rugby day is supported by Energia, Netwatch and Leinster Rugby, whose backing continues to play an important role in promoting inclusive sport and community initiatives across the province.

Families, junior and senior players, and community members are encouraged to attend and support what promises to be a positive, welcoming event focused on fun, connection, and shared experience.

Event details:

• Date: Saturday, February 28
• Location: County Carlow Football Club, Oakpark
• Host: The Bees – County Carlow Football Club’s all-inclusive rugby team
• Open to: Junior and senior participants of all ages