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A strong start to both halves laid the foundations for Ballynahinch’s 27-17 victory over Buccaneers in the opening round of this season’s Ulster Bank League Division 1B played in near ideal conditions at sunny Dubarry Park, Athlone, on Saturday. On an emotional day for Hinch, their first outing since the tragic deaths of Nevin Spence, […]
Two long range penalties from full-back Mark O’Connor helped Rainey Old Boys over the line and open their AIL campaign with a much sought after victory, but a dogged Nenagh Ormond side threatened to spoil their day. It looked good for Rainey when they led 13 – 0 after 20 minutes at Hatrick Park, but […]
Ireland squad announced ahead of England game: Players battling for places in Belfast rugby league international The Ireland rugby league team has announced the squad for its upcoming two test series which culminates in a mouth-watering clash with the England Knights in Belfast this month. Coach Mark Aston’s squad sees a healthy mix of players […]
Prop Declan Fitzpatrick has been withdrawn from the starting team for the RaboDirect PRO12 derby against Connacht after aggravating a medial ligament injury in training on Thursday morning. John Afoa will now start in Friday’s game, Ulster’s first outing at home since the tragic passing of Nevin Spence. The fixture will also see fellow international […]
Mark Anscombe has made five changes to the starting team for the RaboDirect PRO12 derby against Connacht at Ravenhill on Friday (kick off 7.05pm). It promises to be an emotional occasion as it will mark Ulster’s first home game since the tragic passing of Nevin Spence. The fixture will also see fellow international Tommy Bowe […]