Esteemed Guests attending Pre-Match Reception
The Palace Grounds prior to game: Armagh v Tullamore
(Ulster Bank All-Ireland league Section 2B)
COUNCILLOR ROBERT TURNER, LORD MAYOR OF ARMAGH CITY & DISTRICT
John Afoa: Age 30 Place of Birth Auckland New Zealand.
Position Prop Forward
Currently Ulster Rugby
John first represented New Zealand in November 2005 when he played against Irelan in Lansdowne Road. He first played representative rugby when he was selected to play for the N Z under 16 side. In 2003 he played in the under 21 world cup tournament. They went on to win the tournament! Since 2011 he has played for Ulster on many occasions.
Nick Williams: Age 29 Place of Birth: Auckland New Zealand.
Position: Number 8
Currently: Ulster rugby
Nick has represented New Zealand when he was selected for the Junior All-Blacks in season 2005-06. Also played for The Blues and North Harbour teams in the famous super 14’s tournament. Having played his rugby in New Zealand up to 2008 he signed for Munster. He then moved on to The Italian side, Aironi. Returning to sign for Ulster for the 2012 season where he has played to date.
Nick is a crowd favourite at Ravenhill with his barnstorming runs and his ability to swot players away with ease. His form in the 2012-13 season saw him named as Rabodirect pro 12 player of the year!
