'Let the adventure begin!' Becca Mehigan and Dave Kearney leave Ireland behind

And they’re off! Becca Mehigan and David Kearney have officially left Ireland behind to start their new life in the US.

The rugby star announced in May that he had signed with the Chicago Hounds after 14 years with Leinster.

Today’s top videos

On Thursday he and his wife Becca shared their last snaps from home as they headed to the airport with their dog Kali to start the next chapter.

Dave Kearney and Becca Mehigan leaving Ireland for the US. Pic: Becca Mehigan / Instagram

The pictures show them surrounded by a collection of suitcases and bundled up in their winter gear as they joked about not getting off to the best start in the US.

‘Let then adventure begin… Chicago and a snowstorm with highs of -16 await!’ wrote Becca. It’s not clear whether Becca whose resume includes PR and client services has a job lined up in the States but she graduated with a Master’s in Mindfulness Based interventions in September after her fairytale wedding over the summer.

Dave Kearney and Becca Mehigan leaving Ireland for the US. Pic: Becca Mehigan / Instagram

Becca was among the first to congratulate Dave when he signed his new deal and posted about the ‘exciting times ahead.’

On his departure from the blues in October, Dave wrote: ‘As the dust settles, I want to say thank you to everyone who’s reached out and sent me messages over the last month or so.

Pic: Becca Mehigan/Instagram

‘Disappointing way for the squad to finish the season, but it’s still been an incredible journey, one that I’m grateful for. Grateful too for all the class players I’ve had a chance to play with. Thanks to all the Leinster and Irish fans for their support throughout. I look forward to my next chapter.

Well wishes have been pouring in for the couple including from Doireann Garrihy who is engaged to Becca’s cousin Mark and wrote: ‘Best of luck guys.’

Brian O’Driscoll hilarious teased Dave adding: ‘Good luck dreamboat.’ ‘Best of luck on this adventure, safe travels guys, sending love,’ wrote Niamh Cullen.

Both Dave and his big brother Rob as well as well as Rugby United New York boss James English are credited among the side’s creators as part of the Chicago MLR Founders Group.

You Might Also Like

Becca Mehigan wedding Dave Kearney Jess Redden Rob

‘Exciting times’ for Becca Mehigan and Dave Kearney as he makes big career move