The Class of 1959 recently got together at Malone Golf Club to hear about the history of The School from Don Collins (Inch & RBAI 1949-58)

Don charted The School’s history, from the laying of the foundation stone to the present day, telling some brilliant stories along the way!

Paris Olympics 2024 🏊‍♂️

Huge congratulations to Jack McMillian (RBAI 2011-18) on his selection for the Team GB 2024 Olympic Swimming Squad.

We are all very proud and will be backing you all the way!

David Brangam (Inchmarlo & RBAI 1988-02) is hosting an Alumni Drinks Reception at his offices in the heart of Dublin's Georgian Quarter.

Spread the word to any Dublin-based alumni who might be interested!

Thursday 30 May at 6:30pm
RSVP: [email protected]

Nevin Truesdale (Inchmarlo & RBAI 1982-92), CEO of the The Jockey Club was recently invited onto the Business of Sport Podcast to give his insight into the world of horse racing.

Definitely worth a listen!

Apple Podcasts
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/bus…

Spotify.
open.spotify.com/episode/6kytg0…

Roger Warnock (Inch & RBAI 1974-88) is taking part in the Cape Wrath Ultramarathon, running 400km (9.5 marathons) over 8 days, to raise awareness of the rising levels of mental health issues in our young people.

All support would be greatly appreciated.

justgiving.com/crowdfunding/T…

📣 Calling all Dublin-Based Alumni

David Brangam (Inch & RBAI 1988-02) is hosting an Alumni Drinks Reception at his offices in the heart of Dublin's Financial Quarter. A brilliant opportunity to network and catch up with peers!

Thursday 30 May at 6:30pm
RSVP: [email protected]

Niall Conlon (RBAI 1995-02) will be showcasing his work at his upcoming show on 18 April in The Vaults, underneath Waterloo Station.

Something that might be of interest to any London-based alumni.

Huge thank-you to Jonny Beckett (RBAI 2010-17) and his Wing It team for feeding RBAI's Schools Cup and Burney Cup winning squads at the end of last term!

It has been a busy few weeks for Jonny with the opening of 2 new Wing It locations in Belfast City Centre and Ballyhackamore.

Last night's magnificent Spring Concert inspired us to delve into the rich musical history of The School.

This footage from the late 1950s showcases Musical Director Mr G.B Trory conducting the choir and orchestra in the old Common Hall!

Sean Ronnie Hill (Inchmarlo & RBAI 1986-97) and his architectural practice, RISE, continue to thrive🙌

Sean has recently been certified as a Passive House Designer, enabling him to design and construct some of the most sustainable buildings possible, future-proofing his designs!

All members of the BOIA will receive a Subscription Notice (invoice) reflecting their category of membership via post in the next few days.

For more info, visit the link below:
📲boia.org.uk/membership-sub…

The 2024 Spring Concert is taking place next week on 27-28 March at 7:30pm in the RBAI Common Hall.

🎟️ Tickets:
£10 for adults | £5 for Children
Can be purchased at the Front Office or on the night.

Thank you to Jed Dunlop, 12L for his brilliant promotional graphic!

Schools Cup Champions 2024 🏆

Congratulations to Mr Kirk, Fraser and the rest of the team on their achievement. The hard work has paid off!

Ahead of Monday’s final, we’ve travelled back to the 1957 Schools Cup campaign.

Wins against Portora, Campbell and Ballymena Academy set up a thrilling final vs Methody at Ravenhill.

Billy Yarr scored the winning try and kicked the conversion for a deserved 5-3 win!

Burney Cup Winners 2024 🏆

Massive congrats to RBAI Hockey on winning the Burney Cup after a 2-1 thriller vs Banbridge Academy last night at Stormont!

Well deserved after all the hard work put in this season!

With the Burney Cup Final this evening, it is a great time to support the next generation of Instonian Hockey Players!

Hockey Ireland is selling raffle tickets to fundraise for their youth squads which feature 6 RBAI boys with more on its fringes.

rafflecreator.com/pages/48167/ir…

Brush up on RBAI Rugby's history ahead of next week's Schools Cup Final.

David Haslett charts the history of the sport at The School and shares many memories in his Rugby Sequicentenary Book!

You can buy a copy using the link below:
📲rbaifoundation.org/rugby-150/

Roy Gibson, RBAI 1945-51. A finer Instonian you will not meet

Last week over 90 exhibitors, many of whom are alumni, attended the RBAI Annual Careers Convention.

The Convention provided an invaluable opportunity for all the Year 12 & 13 pupils to avail of specialist information and advice at a crucial stage in their journey!

Another memorable night celebrating the enduring bonds between our Association and RBAI at the annual London dinner.
A wide range of ages from the Instonian family heard speeches from our President Jim Houston (Inch & RBAI 1971-82), The Principal and Niall Magee (RBAI 2009-16)