The weather was wet, cold and very blustery and Larne opted to play with the wind advantage in the first half. Grosvenor initially soaked up the early pressure and then worked their way upfield with some great forward charges from Stoopsy, Kells and Pearce and great support from the rest of the pack. After fifteen […]
This was a very workmanlike league win with plenty of good rugby on view from both sides. Instonians were in control after a converted try by captain Cameron Williams after just 45 seconds. They kept Portadown on the back foot and won most of the important breakdowns. Instonians showed good structure and cohesion with some […]
Limavady travelled the long journey to Lisburn and started the match slowly. They took a bit of time before they got into the game but made it difficult for themselves with some basic handling errors. The travelling team needed a bit of inspiration and it came in the form of Connor Graham & Robbie Oliver […]
Randalstown members were saddened to learn on Saturday evening of the death of Leslie (Red) Bell. The club extends their sympathy to his wife Shirley, son Ivan, daughter Linda and the family circle at this time. Leslie was a club stalwart for many years, and when he hung up his boots acted as fixtures secretary […]
• Ever thought about refereeing? • Are you a Teacher, Coach or keen follower of Rugby? You should take advantage of a free opportunity to learn more about the laws of the game, and get accredited as an Ulster Branch Associate Referee. As you may be aware it’s IRFU policy (since 2005) that all rugby […]
Saturday 26th November saw Conference League Toppers. Donegal travel to Deramore Park to Play Quins 2’s on what could be said was the wettest and windiest day of the season so far. Quins were expecting a hard encounter, Donegals record this season so far. and the fact Quins had not played as a team since […]
At the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, British & Irish Lions Manager, Andy Irvine, today revealed the 10-match tour schedule for the highly anticipated tour to Australia in 2013. The British & Irish Lions and the Australian Rugby Union have agreed a programme of nine matches for the Tour in Australia, including three Test matches. The […]
RAINEY IV 17 – 13 PORTADOWN Minor League 19th November 2011 Scorers: Walker(1*Conv), Scullion(1*Try), McElhone(1*Try), Martin(1*Try) The lead changed several times at Hatrick Park where Rainey OB IV rallied to beat Portadown V by 17-13 in the rain. While the kicking was poor, the tackling could not be faulted and the Rainey pack stood up […]
Virginia RFC Under 10’s enjoy a day in Balbriggan. Virginia under 10’s travelled to Balbriggan on Sunday last the 20th of November . After two cancelled games the previous week the lads were really up for a game . First up was the hosts Balbriggan within one minute Paddy Nagle crossed the line for the […]