Beth Buttimer

Early life and club career Buttimer hails from County Tipperary and was born on and grew up in Clonmel, Ireland. She began her rugby journey at a young age, playing rugby union at age 14 with Fethard RFC. Provincial career From 2023 onwards, she played for Munster Rugby Women, UL Bohemian RFC, and the Clovers in the Celtic Challenge. Buttimer has represented Munster Women in the Women's Senior Interprovincial Championship, appearing in three matches during the 2023–24 season. == International career ==

Buttimer earned her first senior call-up for Ireland in 2024, aged 18 . In , she was called up again to train with the Ireland women's national rugby union team ahead of the 2025 Women's Six Nations Championship. She plays as a hooker, a position requiring both physicality and precision in set-pieces. Buttimer has been highlighted in Irish media for her rapid rise and contributions to women's rugby, particularly as a representative of County Tipperary on the national stage. == External links ==