Humphreys boost for Ulster
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentHaving struggled to field a recognised out-half of late, Ian Humphreys' return to full fitness is a significant boost for Ulster as Cardiff visit Belfast.
Munster bid for historic high five
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster will this evening bid to equal their best ever start to the league when they travel to Scarlets looking for their fifth win of this season's Pro12.
The future is bright: Rory Scannell (Third year academy)
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentI am from Douglas in Cork. I attended PBC, Cork where I played junior and senior cup rugby. I played most of my school rugby at out-half and made a transition to the centre. I was capped for Ireland at...
Time to change philosophy and leave percentages behind
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThis World Cup has really highlighted the need for a change of mindset in the Northern Hemisphere, and hopefully Ireland can lead the way with a new style of play.
David Wallace: Munster can lift Irish spirits if they trust in system
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThat was a massive come-down last weekend; the World Cup semi-finals will take place without Ireland. Everyone expected to cheer the team for at least one more game but it's over for another four years.
Wins are all that matters - Keatley
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentA try, five conversions and a man of the match award left Ian Keatley satisfied with his evening's work against Cardiff last time out, but the Ireland international has moved on quickly and is targeting...
Boost for Stade ahead of Paris derby
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentStade Francais got themselves off the bottom of the Top 14 and moved up to tenth with an impressive 22-9 home win over Castres.
Victor Costello: Leinster youngsters must seize final opportunity before big names return
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThey say leagues can't be won at this stage of the season but unfortunately they can be lost. For the younger members of the Leinster squad, last Friday's game against Scarlets was a harsh lesson on the...
Team spirit encourages McQuilkin
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentKurt McQuilkin is accentuating the positives as Leinster look to build on a second-half rally against the Scarlets last weekend and the imminent return to action of Ireland's World Cup players.
Molony's drive stands out in Blues engine-room
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFor a man new to this rugby lark Ross Molony is at ease with himself. Still a member of the Leinster Academy but very much in the mix for tonight's visit of Pro12 champions Glasgow Warriors to the RDS.
