Thank you to the IRT for participating in the organization and completion of this adventure, which we called Road to Ireland 2025.

A colossal project, to which we brought two U10 and U12 teams who had the chance to experience Irish rugby.  Two magnificent rugby tours!  A warm welcome and a wonderful time spent together.  An unprecedented human adventure that will remain etched in everyone’s memories.

I also warmly thank Gerry, our guide, George for his invaluable assistance, DCU Dublin and Bective Rangers FC for their welcome and kindness.

A big thank you also to Paul, president of Bective Rangers, and his entire team. Thank you Newbridge Rugby Club for the second tournament.  We are also very grateful to Terenure RFC, Ballyclare RFC, Cill Dara Rugby Football Club, Portlaoise RFC, Portarlington Rugby Football Club, and more.

Sorry if I’ve forgotten anyone! Thank you!!!

Loic Aranda, Group Leader, Vallée du Girou Rugby, 2025.