Horan eager to kick on again in derby showdown
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentShannon coach Marcus Horan says his side need to build on their recent good form when they take on Dolphin in their Ulster Bank League Division 1B Munster derby at Coonagh tomorrow (2.0).
Alzheimer Society launches Rugby Memories to aid dementia sufferers
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe Alzheimer Society of Ireland, one of two charity partners to Leinster Rugby, has launched a new pilot initiative called Rugby Memories.
Victor Costello: Cullen must make forwards his coaching priority if Blues are to recover lost ground
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentLeinster's performance last weekend against Bath from the outset was better than the low standard set the week before against Wasps.
Big-game experience can swing this Munster's way
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe B&I Cup clash against Yorkshire Carnegie was quite useful for Munster last weekend, but that was a once-off. I would prefer to see players playing for their clubs in the Ulster Bank League, rather...
Player Diary: Our focus was quick to change to Connacht after Paris cancellation
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentLast weekend was a mix of positives and negatives for all of us. We were on a high after the win against Treviso and we were really looking forward to facing into a big challenge away to Stade Francais....
'Everyone is here to compete and to win silverware'
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster speed merchant Ronan O'Mahony cannot remember where he was when they last won the European Cup.
Young stars can bank on success of new Clubs Competition
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe province-wide club competition at U-16 and U-18 level is an exciting new venture for the game in Munster.
Serious test awaits as we prepare to face leaders
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe cancellation of last weekend's Champions Cup fixture with Stade Francais has thrown up an interesting fixtures dilemma for us, but it also afforded us the chance to rest up a few weary bodies in preparation...
Copeswood Leprechaun blitz a roaring success
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster Rugby recently hosted a Leprechaun Rugby Blitz for primary school pupils at Copeswood Gaels RFC in Pallaskenry.
Academy players thriving in B&I Cup
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster elite player development officer Colm McMahon believes the B&I Cup presents his Greencore Academy youngsters with the ideal outlet to hone their skills.
