Ballymena secured a place in the semi final of the Towns Cup with a convincing win against neighbours, Ballymoney. The final score of 39-12 is a fair reflection of Ballymena’s dominance in all areas of the game. The draw for the semi-final will be made on Monday, and will be posted here. Forster Cup – […]
Antrim RFC Notes Quarter Final I XV 10 v Ballynahinch RFC VII XV
Ballynahinch RFC 18 – 10 Antrim RFC After a positive week, off the field, Antrim resumed cup duties in the McCambley Cup quarter final trip to Ballynahinch. The Antrim lads bravely bowed out to an experienced and physical Ballynahinch side. Antrim put points on the board through a Neil Manson try and some impressive kicking […]
InTouch TV Interview Conor Shiels & Joel Stanbridge CAI players comments post Schools’ Cup Quarter Final
Total Est attendance 1200+ Game: Schools’ Cup Ulster Quarter-Final Players: Conor Shiels & Joel stanbridge In a top flight schools’ game to decide a semi final place in the Ulster Rugby Schools’ Cup (29 players on the current Ulster Rugby squad played in the schools’ cup) Conor & Joel comment post game, below the interview […]
Danske Bank Schools’ Cup Semi Final Draw HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Methodist College progressed to the semi finals of the Danske Bank Schools’ Cup with an extremely hard fought 6-8 win over fierce rivals Royal Belfast Academical Institution at Osbourne Park. They were joined in the last four by Wallace HS, Sullivan Upper and Coleriane Academical Institution. Danske Bank Schools’ Cup quarter final results: RBAI 6 […]
Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Round Up Saturday 22nd February 2014 by Barney McGonigle now includes shots links for Cup games + Interviews with CAI Coach & Players
Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Round Up Saturday 22nd February 2014 During the half term break some schools took the time to play a Danske Bank Ulster School’s’ Medallion Shield replay, a Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Medallion Plate game as well as a Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ 2ndxv Plate game. In the Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ […]
Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Cup Quarter-Final Previews February 2014 by Barney McGonigle
Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Cup Quarter-Final Previews February 2014 There are four Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Cup Quarter-Final games scheduled for Saturday 22nd February. Undoubtedly, the “Match of the Day” will take place at Osbourne Park where the Royal Belfast Academical Institution team will host their close rivals from Methodist College in a replay of […]
Alan Gilpin Appointed Head of Rugby World Cup
Alan Gilpin Appointed Head of Rugby World Cup The International Rugby Board has announced the appointment of Alan Gilpin as Head of Rugby World Cup. Vastly experienced and with an impressive sport and business track record, Gilpin will start his new role in May and joins the governing body at an exciting time for a […]
Qualifying League Preview Sat 22nd Feb 2014 by George Millar NOW LIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
There are only four Qualifying league games being played in Q 2,3 and 4 this weekend. In Qual Two, league leaders Ballyclare have the opportunity to open up a fourteen point league on second place Omagh, before the two sides meet at Omagh on the 1st March. In Qual Three league leaders Holywood can open […]
Record Testing Programme as IRB Reaffirms Keep Rugby Clean Commitment
Record Testing Programme as IRB Reaffirms Keep Rugby Clean Commitment The International Rugby Board has reaffirmed its commitment to the fight against doping in sport by undertaking a record level of education and testing in 2013. At its annual meeting in Dublin this week, the IRB’s Anti-Doping Advisory Committee (ADAC) announced that a record […]
Ruddock makes three changes to PwC Ireland U20 Team to face England
Ruddock makes three changes to PwC Ireland U20 Team to face England PwC Ireland U20 coach Mike Ruddock has made three changes to the side that were overcome by a powerful Welsh side last time out. Centre Dan Goggins is promoted from the bench and replaces Garry Ringrose while Adam Byrne replaces Ian Fitzpatrick on […]