The Irish age Grade interpro series are a great watermark of top level talent in their respective ages and development structures, ultimately this system feeds into the provinces academies and Ireland international systems. It may be useful to start with a quick overview of the playing populations of each province Province——- No. of Schools——- No. […]
Jonathan Sexton’s commercial agreement with Denis O’Brien, which played a significant role in bringing the Ireland outhalf back to Leinster next season, confirms the new IRFU strategy of keeping hold of their most precious commodities. Basically, the provinces can now top up central contracts with private funding. The first deal of this kind was brokered […]
21% of 14-18yr olds skip breakfast regularly – Breakfast the Key Building Block for All Young Rugby Players says IRFU IRFU launches Eat 2 Compete Week Social Media Campaign According to an online survey* conducted by the IRFU, 21% of young people between the age of 14-18 years regularly skip breakfast and 71% of those […]
IRFU launch Coach Hire Bursary for fans travelling to Georgia match For immediate release: Thursday 11 September 2014 Issue on behalf of Irish Rugby Football Union IRFU scheme reduces cost of travel to Georgia game at Aviva Stadium The IRFU is pleased to announce that it will be providing €400 to clubs who hire coaches […]
Very useful resources have been compiled by the IRFU Nutritional Department which are quite detailed guides on Nutrition of Age Grade Athletes playing rugby. Energy levels and BMI scores are affected by our nutrition so this is essential reading. “These documents have been created by the IRFU Nutrition Department to help young players understand their […]
IRFU to utilise satellite technology to Live Stream Ulster Bank League fixtures For immediate release: Wednesday 10 September 2014 Issue on behalf of Irish Rugby Football Union The IRFU is to utilise satellite technology to live stream a number of Ulster Bank League fixtures this season. In partnership with VideosOnTheNet, Irish Rugby TV will have […]
Ireland Girls’ Sevens Squad for Underage European Championships Announced Squad includes Ballina sisters Mairead and Kayleigh Hopkins The Irish Rugby Football Union today announce the Girls’ Sevens squad to take part in the FIRA underage European Championships in Sweden from 12th – 15th September. The 12 strong squad includes seven girls from the Irish U18s […]
IRFU Web Shop re-launched in partnership with Canterbury The IRFU, in partnership with official kit supplier – Canterbury, aim to significantly increase its online sales of official IRFU merchandise through a brand new web shop which is fully integrated into irishrugby.ie – the union’s official website. Over 300 products will be available to purchase on […]
The IRFU and Leinster are pleased to announce that Jonathan Sexton has signed a contract with the IRFU, until the end of November 2019, which will see him re-join Leinster for the 2015/16 season. Jonathan made 110 appearances for Leinster between 2006 and 2013 scoring 1,015 points for the province. While at Leinster he won […]