In what was considered by Rainey as the break through season to establish themselves as a major force in Ulster Rugby after the undefeated promotion winning season last year they have absolutely smashed their way into AIL Division 2A announcing very clearly in the early part of the season that they have prepared all summer […]
Rugby World Cup 2015 hosting preparations have been further boosted by the appointment of TF1 as rights holding television broadcaster for the French market by tournament owners Rugby World Cup Limited (RWCL). The deal, which represents a significant financial commitment for the rights, follows a highly-competitive tender process for the French rights, which are among […]
Rugby World Cup Limited (RWCL) and Rugby Travel and Hospitality Ltd (RTH) are pleased to announce the appointed Official Travel Agents (OTAs) for Rugby World Cup 2015 in England. The appointment of leading agents from 10 nations and territories follows a comprehensive tender evaluation and selection process by RTH, the company appointed by RWCL to […]
President of the European Olympic Committees joins world-class line-up for IRB World Rugby Conference and Exhibition With just one week to go, the International Rugby Board (IRB) has today confirmed that Patrick Hickey, President of the European Olympic Committees, will join a stellar line-up of speakers at the inaugural IRB World Rugby Conference and Exhibition. […]
Queens City 50pts, City of Derry RFC 15pts Match Report by; George Walker City of Derry travelled to Belfast on Saturday last for an Ulster League Fixture on a perfect autumn afternoon for Rugby but came away having been beaten comprehensively by eight try’s to two. Derry entered the game with ten changes from the […]
Section One side Coleraine eased into the semi- final of the Millar, McCall and Wylie Junior Cup with a 29-7 victory, at home to Grosvenor F.P. Injury and unavailability meant that both clubs were under-strength for this fixture and the outcome was a scrappy encounter with each XV keen to handle and provide width to […]
Ballyshannon RFC Minis The Ballyshannon minis travelled to Sligo It for a blitz hosted by Sligo Rugby Club on Saturday last. A large number of players travelled and the club was well represented in the under 12’s, 10,s and 8s The players were accompanied by coaches Martin O’Halloran, Katrina Dolan and Simon Foster, Martin McGlynn, […]