Rainey RFC Notes: Dawson McConkey, A Friend Passes + Reports From Across The Club + Pictures Of I & II XV v Armagh RFC

DAWSON McCONKEY The rugby fraternity in Ulster, and particularly in South Derry, has been deeply saddened by the recent passing of Dawson McConkey. His influence and contribution at all levels of the game has been immense and his name is well respected in rugby circles throughout the land. A native of Ballynahinch, he enjoyed Schools’ […]

Grosvenor Rugby Club Notes: I XV Crushing victory over Civil Service RFC I xV & Famous IV XV victory over Ards RFC IV XV: Reports + Pictures + Video Highlights

Crushing victory over Civil Service It took Grosvenor about ten minutes to shake off the rustiness of a four week lay-off before they cut loose against Civil Service and ran in a bagful of tries in both the first and second half periods. Their dominant set piece play gave them a steady stream of possession […]

Belfast Harlequins RFC Notes: I XV 9 v Ballymena RFC I XV 0 & YOUTH (U13,U15 &U17) TRAINING RECOMMENCES

Quins weather early Ballymena storm to secure a valuable AIL 1B win in this cracking derby match. Quins rushed to fourth spot in the league with a deserved victory over leaders and Ulster rivals Ballymena at Deramore Park. The first half was played in difficult weather conditions with Ballymena firing everything but the Kitchen sink […]