The first 20 minutes of the game was a scrappy affair with Academy competing vigorously at the breakdown and generally making life difficult for their south Belfast neighbours. It was not until some 25 minutes of play that Cooke flanker McVicker made a break in Academy territory. His ever-present pivot, Bennett was in close support […]
Boxing Day is the traditional date for the Kyle Cup, although in recent years it has been the 2nd XVs of Dungannon and Ballymena who have contested the trophy. This year Ballymena brought the cup back to Eaton Park with a 38-15 win. Captain John Nicholl is pictured receiving it from Dungannon President John Beattie.
The Ireland Under-20 team to take on a Leinster development side tomorrow at 2.00pm in Donnybrook has been named. The now traditional training game against Leinster is part of their preparations for the 2012 Under-20 Six Nations Championship, which begins against Wales in Dubarry Park, Athlone of Friday, 3rd February. Head Coach Mike Ruddock’s squad […]
500+ Guests gathered at Banbridge Rugby Club to enjoy their Question Of Sport night in aid of the IRFU Charitable Trust. WHAT A SUCCESS! Hog on the spit, fiddler & country music + bar not to mention the immensely enjoyable quiz which brought the house down through out what was a great evening. We managed […]
We watched some of these guys @ a similar event last year & with Sky Sports Tyrone Howe Presenting along with the panal this will be quite a night! For further information see the leaflet below which also links through to Banbridge Rugby club website for any further information. This event is supporting the IRFU […]