The IRFU has signed a relationship with Pitch International for the sale of broadcast rights to Irish international matches outside Ireland and the UK until 2018. The move is seen as a boost for Irish fans living abroad who will be able to see live action from matches across a variety of international markets. Pitch […]
Avan Lee, the IRB’s general manager of sevens, believes the Twenty20 of rugby will continue its rapid growth because of Olympic inclusion Photo: IRB / MARTIN SERES LIMA Avan Lee is a man on a mission. His task, to improve the popularity of sevens, has been aided considerably by the decision to include the sport […]
Rugby League to Return to Tallaght In 2014 Rugby League Ireland will take international rugby league back to Tallaght when they take part in the European Championships against France, Scotland and Wales. In the 1990’s a rugby league development project was in full swing in the West Dublin town of Tallaght. The result of this […]
Bangor’s connection with South Sea Islanders continues with the news that Jack Prasad, a former Fijian international, has signed for the club. Known as a deceptively fast and strong fly-half, Jack has played his club (colonial) rugby with the Stallions, Highlanders and Sharks, as well as his international caps for Fiji. We’re delighted to welcome […]
Name: Larissa Muldoon Age: 23 Club: Cardiff Met and Bristol Position: Scrumhalf Q: Who is the best player you have ever played with or against? That would be Alison Miller, a privilege to play alongside, a true friend 🙂 Q: What has been the biggest support to your rugby career? My friends and family, obviously […]
Scarlets confirm release of Simon Easterby to take up international coaching role with Ireland The Scarlets have agreed to release their Head Coach Simon Easterby to support him in taking up a role with Ireland’s international coaching set-up next season and further his development and experience of top flight coaching and management. The move, which […]
RDS and Redevelopment Plans Announced The Royal Dublin Society (RDS) and Leinster Rugby have today announced the launch of an international architectural design competition, the first step in the redevelopment of the RDS Arena, home to both Leinster Rugby and the Dublin Horse Show. This is the first architectural competition of its kind for sports […]
Ballymena Bears shine at Ravenhill International Tag Rugby Festival A wet day on Saturday did nothing to dampen spirits at the Wooden Spoon International Tag Rugby Festival hosted by Ulster rugby at Ravenhill stadium. Over 350 players from 44 teams across the entire island of Ireland, England, Scotland & Wales were in attendance each playing […]
Wooden Spoon International TAG tournament Come along to Ravenhill from 10.00am on 07 June 14 to see an international array of teams, compete in a Wooden Spoon supported TAG rugby tournament for those with learning disabilities. Put some support back into the game that we all love. Ruan Pienaar and Sparky team up to launch […]