Three former sevens players who look set to play in the World Cup
1 decade agoBernard FoleyFoley spent two seasons with the Australian Sevens from 2009-2011. After being named Australian Sevens player of the year in 2011, he earned a move to the Waratahs. He became a regular starter...
Ireland U-20s refusing to look beyond Italy clash
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAfter Ireland's impressive showing at last year's Junior World Cup, you could be forgiven for forgetting that prior to that, the Six Nations campaign was a huge disappointment.
Moloney: Our aim is to claim Six Nations U-20 crown
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentOn the face of it, a fourth place finish at the Junior World Cup would signify a major achievement for Ireland's U-20s side but the sense of disappointment still lingers.
Doping in rugby
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldIn the April 2014 edition of Rugby World, we ran the below investigation into the state of doping in rugby. England have filed their annual report since then, but the issues are still relevant. Keep rugby...
South African Howard To Join Munster On Short Term Deal
1 decade ago by Rugby Banter PageMunster have today confirmed that they will sign Western Province and former South Africa U20 centre Patrick Howard on a three month deal.Howard, 22, was a part of the the Springboks victorious Junior...
Ireland v South Africa Preview
1 decade ago by Ciaran FallonAfter 6 Nations success in Paris last March, Ireland return to the Aviva Stadium to take on the Springboks on Saturday. After defeating a second string Argentinian side in the Summer, Ireland now face...
Hotshots: Leinster back-row Peadar Timmins
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldPowerhouse: Timmins first played rugby at Clongowes Wood CollegeHow long have you played for Ireland U20? Since last year’s Junior World Cup. I played this year’s Six Nations …Continue reading...
Hotshots: Saracens winger Nathan Earle
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldWinning smiles: Maro Itoje and Nathan Earle (right) celebrate Junior World Cup victoryYou were born in Hong Kong? Yes. Dad was working there and I started rugby there when I was three. …Continue...
Hotshots: Gloucester back-row Ross Moriarty
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldOn the charge: Moriarty on his way to Junior World Cup victoryWhat was it like to win the Junior World Cup last year? It was quite surreal. We had a really …Continue reading »
Hotshots: young Leinster prop, Peter Dooley
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldProp star: Dooley in action against Fiji at the Junior World CupHave you always been a loosehead? No, I started at No 8. It was a tough move to make but …Continue reading »
