Larry Moloney Explained

Larry Moloney
Full Name:Lawrence Anthony Moloney
Birth Date:14 June 1951
Birth Place:County Cork, Ireland
Position:Centre / Fullback
Repyears1:1976–78
Repcaps1:4
Reppoints1:0

Lawrence Anthony Moloney (born 14 June 1951) is an Irish former rugby union international.[1]

Born in County Cork, Moloney was educated at St Munchin's College and kicked the winning drop-goal in the 1968 Munster Schools Senior Cup final against Rockwell College, securing the school's first title.[2]

Moloney was capped four times for Ireland between 1976 and 1978, while playing for Garryowen. He was used by Ireland as a fullback, considered his best position, but could also play as a centre.[3]

In 1978, Moloney played on the Munster team that defeated the touring All Blacks.[4]

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Notes and References

  1. News: The Munster heroes of 1978 who beat the All Blacks: where are they now? . . 27 October 2018 . en.
  2. News: Rockwell on mission to retain crown . Irish Independent . 19 March 2012 . en.
  3. News: Becker Again: Deputy For Grace On Leinster XV . Irish Independent . 11 December 1974.
  4. News: English . Alan . Munster’s 1978 heroes on living with the physical toll of rugby . . 1 November 2018 . en.