IRUPA Becomes "Rugby Players Ireland"

The Irish Rugby Union Players Association has been re-named 'Rugby Players Ireland'. Rugby Players Ireland, the member association for Ireland's past and present professional rugby and female international players, has stated their intention of making Ireland the best place in the world to play the game - on and off the pitch. Chairman Rob Kearney unveiled the new name and vision founded on their belief of the important role Ireland's players have as key stakeholders in developing rugby in the country. First established in 2001 following discussions between Donal Spring, Peter McKenna, Liam To…