The ground is named after Jimmy Musgrave, a past-president of the Irish Rugby Football Union.

Named for Jimmy Musgrave, a past-president of the IRFU, this early ground incorporated a small pavilion between two pitches.

[6] Dolphin and Sunday's Well rugby clubs were tenants from the outset, though the ground also sometimes hosted provincial and international games.

[8][6][9] It was announced in March 2010 that a new all-seated west stand, would bring capacity to over 12,500,[10] however by February 2011 it was reported that this work would not go ahead - due to difficulty raising funding.

[20] A similar naming rights deal was agreed with Virgin Media Ireland in early 2024.

[16] The stadium also hosts locally important games - such as finals for amateur cup competitions and schools rugby.