Lam targets Zebre scalp to maintain play-off push
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe week may have started badly with star player Robbie Henshaw announcing his departure for Leinster, but Connacht coach Pat Lam wants it to finish on a high and break new ground for the province.
'Chilled' Marsh confident he can fill Madigan void
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentCathal Marsh's steady trajectory through the Leinster ranks has brought him to a crucial juncture in his fledgling career and there is a deep sense of self-awareness that a massive opportunity lies ahead.
Kearney aiming to make up for lost time
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentHave you heard there's a new Kearney in town? No. Well he's no relation to Messrs Rob and Dave. And come to think of it, he's not that new either but on Saturday he'll become the latest Kearney to pull...
Best wishes to Robbie on his RDS switch
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIt's finally over, the worst-kept secret is out, and Robbie Henshaw is on his way to Leinster for three years. I wish him the best and life will go on without him, writes Johnny O'Connor.
Byrne's balancing act on centre stage in 'The Academy'
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentSince the start of the season the Leinster Academy has provided unique and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Leinster TV and the second episode in a four-part documentary series called 'The Academy'...
Ahern try sets stage for epic title finale
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentLess than a month ago it looked as if the Leinster League Division 1A title was done and dusted: Enniscorthy enjoyed a 10-point lead over second-placed Gorey, but all of a sudden the two Wexford clubs...
RDS exhibition shows future is bright for women's rugby
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIt was with great excitement last Friday that four U-12 girls team left their respective clubs of Athy, Cill Dara, Tullamore and Wicklow to play the half-time exhibition games at Leinster's match against...
Yoann Maestri only warned for this off the ball shoulder on Johnny Sexton
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpSecond rower Yoann Maestri was issued with a Citing Commissioner warning following this off the ball bump on Johnny Sexton during France's 10-9 victory over Ireland in Paris on Saturday. Sexton played...
Payne Signs Two-Year IRFU Contract
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe IRFU and Ulster Rugby are pleased to announce that Jared Payne has signed a two-year Irish contract, which will keep him at Kingspan Stadium until June 2018.
Throwback Thursday: Ireland's U-19 World Championship Win In 1998
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsFootage of the Ireland Under-19s' World Championship win from 1998 - featuring, amongst others, future Ireland star Brian O'Driscoll on kicking duty - has surface on YouTube this week.
