The Under 19 World Championship takes place in Belfast, Northern Ireland from April 4-21. Over 700 players from 24 nations will compete in the IRB Under 19 World Championship which will give Rugby’s rising talent exposure to competitive Tournament conditions and also offering an excellent opportunity to see the next generation of international Rugby stars.
The 2006 Tournament, held in Dubai, was won by Australia and received broadcast coverage in over 70 countries through 16 worldwide broadcasters.
“The International Rugby Board is delighted to welcome Kingspan as the title sponsor of the IRB Under 19 World Championship in Belfast. The appointment of a leading player in the building materials industry further highlights the significant attraction and prestige of the Tournament as a major event on the global Rugby calendar,” said IRB Tournaments Manager Simon Jelowitz.
“The strength and power of the Kingspan brand is a good fit with the sport of Rugby and the Kingspan brand is growing in strength in markets including Australia and New Zealand where interest in the sport is strong. In addition, as an Irish company we were delighted to support A Tournament hosted by the IRFU,” said Kingspan Divisional Commercial Director Tom McGuinness.
