Presentation Brothers College (PBC) Cork is a highly successful and historic rugby union school in Ireland, with a strong legacy of developing international players and a long list of Munster Schools Cup titles. As of 2025, PBC has won 32 Senior Schools Cups and 32 Junior Schools Cups.
Key Statistics & Performance
| Competition | Titles Won | Recent Performance (as of Dec 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Munster Schools Senior Cup | 32 (tied for most wins) | Runner-up in 2025 final to CBC |
| Munster Schools Junior Cup | 32 | Placed third in Group A during the pre-Christmas pool stages |
Notable Alumni
PBC Cork has produced numerous Irish and British & Irish Lions internationals, including:
- Peter O’Mahony: Ireland International and British & Irish Lions player; has captained PBC, Munster, Ireland, and the Lions.
- Ronan O’Gara: Ireland and Munster International; Ireland’s second most-capped player; won Junior and Senior Cup medals at PBC.
- Simon Zebo: Ireland and Lions International; plays for Munster in the URC.
- Tom Kiernan: British & Irish Lions player and captain in 1968.
Recent News and Outlook
- PBC recently participated in the “Global Schools Challenge” in Salou, Spain, with future games planned in Portugal in the New Year and the Munster Schools Senior Cup scheduled for late January 2026.
- The school maintains a significant commitment to its rugby program, with multiple teams at every age grade from U14 to U19, and extensive coaching staff and facilities.
- Leagues
- South Africa u17A, The World Schools Festival
- Seasons
- 2025
- Home
- Mediterranean Sports Hub (Barcelona, Spain)
