The Ireland U-20 team, sponsored by PwC, has been named for the opening game of the 2012 Junior World Championship in Danie Craven Stadium. Hooker Niall Scannell will captain the side for the opening game against host country South Africa. JJ Hanrahan has been named at out-half and will act as vice captain. Hanrahan is […]
• 3 Year Agreement Signals Greater Collaboration between both Organisations • Increased Funding to Support Expansion of IRUPA Player Services Programmes • Increased Focus on Education, Personal Development and Financial Planning • IRUPA to Introduce New Agent Accreditation Scheme by End of 2012 The Irish Rugby Football Union and the Irish Rugby Union Players Association […]
The remaining places in the Ireland touring squad to New Zealand have been confirmed. Several spots were left unfilled as players were given further time to prove their fitness in the game against the Barbarian’s. Chris Henry and Brett Wilkinson both came through the game after recent injury concerns and will take their places among […]
The Ireland XV for the game against the Barbarians in Gloucester on Tuesday has been named. Ireland’s most capped player Ronan O’Gara will captain a side that contains a blend of youth and experience. O’Gara is partnered in the half backs by Conor Murray. Paddy Wallace and Darren Cave form the centre partnership. Keith Earls […]
Reaction from Rob Kearney of Leinster Rugby who was named today (Monday, 21 May ) as ERC European Player of the Year 2012 “This is a massively proud moment for me. To be recognised for your performances throughout the season is a dream come true especially when it’s in a European context. While I’m delighted […]
Ireland head coach Declan Kidney has named a 29 man squad that includes three uncapped players for the three test tour of New Zealand in June. Declan Fitzpatrick and Mike Sherry are included up front while Simon Zebo is named in the backs as is Darren Cave, who won two caps on the North American […]