October 2010 saw the launch of the Donaghadee Seaside Sharkies; a tag rugby team specifically catering for young people with special needs within the Ards and North Down areas. Organised by a small group of local young professionals, the Sharkies became only the 2nd team of their kind in Ireland and are a shining example […]
Playing their first match since the hard-earned victory against Clogher, Skins had to make no fewer than ten changes to their team. The early kick-off gave the visitors little time for preparation and conditions were vile. Playing with the elements Skins took an early lead with a Neil Carleton penalty but just as quickly conceded […]
The improved weather conditions on Saturday 15th January ensured that all the scheduled Northern Bank Ulster Schools’ Round 2 games were completed on Saturday 15th January. There were a number of non-cup games played on Saturday 15th as well as several midweek fixtures. Omagh Academy and Rainey Endowed played their postponed Northern Bank Ulster Schools’ […]
Superb game by Cooke Ladies, a full 80 minutes of almost complete domination. First half, 90% possession, including a significant number of turn overs. A complete performance. Pictures & Videos of some tries and an excellent conversion below 13 v 0 in the first half 10 v 3 in the 2nd half. Click Here for […]
Due to the persistent inclement weather rugby had not been seen at the Palace Grounds since the Junior Cup semi-final when, after extensive snow-clearing efforts, Armagh defeated Dromore on November 27th. For a variety of reasons, Armagh have now missed some four fixtures. This is almost certainly bound to cause serious fixture congestion later in […]
Welcome to Blog 3 of coaches corner: Question – What is it? Answer – A weekly blog exploring and developing the theme of COACHING. Video Analysis, Ideas, Opinions, Facts, the melting pot is explored here. Written & compiled by: Nathan Moore: BSc (Hons) Sports Science, P.G.C.E Founder of NM Sports Performance, Video analyst and Coach […]
A superb first half by the Ravens, and a blistering pace throughout the game, the guys where absolutely gutted to not win. Not a great second half for the Ravens. The Ulster Ravens have such an immense depth of talent. The first half was an absolutely superb display with 2 or three tries lots of […]
Next fixture Sunday 30 January 2011 v Banbridge at Belfast Harlequins grounds at Deramore Please note this is a home fixture with Belfast Harlequins grounds at Deramore the venue. Further details click here Casino night – 11 March 2011 at Shandon Park Golf Club A casino night to support the Newforge Taggers Tag Rugby Team […]
Larne Grammar School travelled to Enniskillen to play Portora Royal School on Saturday 15th January. The Larne team had trained well in the lead up to the game and travelled in a confident mood. The long journey did not seem to impact on the Co Antrim team who started the game strongly. In difficult conditions […]