Dundee Clubhouse

By DC
January 8 2013

If Its On - Its On !! . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . And Its On Again

If you were one of the thousands that packed into Camborne Rec for the Cup Final victory over Munster in May 2010, or watched the game on SKY TV, then you’ll be only too aware of the excitement and drama of the cup.

And this year the Pirates are on track for the finals once again, having won all four games so far, topping Pool 3 with 18 points and a 7 point advantage over 2nd placed Carmarthen.

Of the other 3 top sides, Bristol in Pool 1 and Newcastle in Pool 4 also have 18 points whilst Bedford have 20.

With the top four having home advantage in the quarter-finals, it is likely that from now on, all the top sides will be taking the competition very seriously indeed, especially as there is the added bonus of prize money on offer.

Of the chasing pack, Ulster will be looking to challenge Bristol for top spot in Pool 1, where there is only a 1 point gap, whilst Leinster, Munster, Pontypridd and Llandovery all on 15 points will be looking to close the gap on the leaders of the top 4 pools.

If things stay as they are, the Pirates would be going into the hat for a home quarter-final against one out of: Leinster, Munster, Llandovery or Moseley.

On a pure entertainment level, the chance to meet, banter and laugh with new faces and friends, particularly amongst our Celtic cousins, is a most welcome diversion from the tensions of reaching top four in stage 1 of the Championship.

And of those that travel, who can forget the pleasures of the trips and hospitality at Clonmel and Cross Keys, or more recently, the wonderful welcome and effort made by Dundee at Mayfield back in October, particularly the Pirates themed evening in the clubhouse after the match.

So let’s all get down to the Mennaye on Sunday for a cracking game of rugby and repay the welcome to our friends from Dundee, whilst at the same time spurring on the boys to secure that home quarter-final place.

Tickets Are Only £10 And Under 16s Are FREE

PLUS Tribute is only £2.50 until kick off

Gates, Bars & Refreshments Open At 12 Noon

Match & Ticket Information

British & Irish Cup Pool Tables

Quarter Finals W/E April 6th
Quarter Finals W/E April 27th
Final Friday May 17th

The Fun Of The Cup

Discussion started by Unofficial Pirates , 08/01/2013 14:45

Unofficial Pirates
08/01/2013 14:45

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cheshire exile
08/01/2013 19:33

Very good stuff. I don't understand why people denigrate this competition given the opportunities to visit/host such a range of Cetic clubs.

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*Stalwart
08/01/2013 19:49

Agreed, CE. That day at Camborne was one of the best in the history of the club. It would be brilliant to make the final again - and win of course.

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Perran Pirate
08/01/2013 19:52

Beating Munster at Camborne was lovely .. but nothing can compare with the victory over Exe on that hot day at Twickenham*.

Not so sure about a Friday night though, even if it is at the Mennaye.

* Well, perhaps, being the last ones across the Tamar and having to remember to turn the lights out..

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Wigston Pirate
08/01/2013 20:21

Will the match be covered on PTV.

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Geoff DC
08/01/2013 20:31

Sure Wiggy
Dundee Game on PTV

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Wigston Pirate
08/01/2013 20:38

Thanks DC much appreciatted. Shame this was not played last Sunday as I was down long and would have attended.

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Stricky
08/01/2013 23:16

I heard that The Admiral Benbow is doing something on Sat night to welcome Dundee fans and officials. I believe Pirates fans are welcome. I can't make it but it should be a good night.

Stricky (Waterloo Pirate)

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Mrs Woll
10/01/2013 12:35

Perhaps we should match Dundee's Pirate- themed evening with a Scottish- themed one in their honour?

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bolingey pirate
10/01/2013 16:43

Nice thought, BUT will there be many Dundee supporters coming down ?? I don't remember many other visitors from our Celtic cousins this season or last!!

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