Ireland Legend Paul O’Connell Joins Test Coaching Staff
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyPaul O'Connell will join the Ireland coaching team with immediate effect ahead of the 2021 Six Nations. Former Ireland captain Paul O’Connell has joined the Ireland national coaching group...
Paul O’Connell Joins Ireland Coaching Group
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsFormer Ireland captain Paul O’Connell has joined the Ireland national coaching group as forwards coach with Simon Easterby to focus on defence. Paul was capped 108 times by Ireland and captained the...
Easterby: It’s Really Important We Back The Players Selected Originally
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsSimon Easterby has insisted Ireland’s coaching team will continue to back the players to make their own decisions on the pitch. Following last weekend’s 18-7 defeat to England, Andy Farrell’s...
‘Don’t Underestimate What This Group Can Do’ – Easterby
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsSimon Easterby has absolute confidence that the ‘single-mindedness’ of the Ireland players will help them to withstand the physicality of a powerful France team tonight. Ever since Ireland...
Easterby: Getting Off To A Good Start Will Be Crucial
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsForwards coach Simon Easterby says that Ireland will target a strong first quarter at the Stade de France tomorrow as they bid for Guinness Six Nations glory on ‘Super Saturday’. Despite losing...
15 years on from Dan Carter's masterclass against the British and Irish Lions
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOn 2 July 2005, the rugby world watched in awe as a 23-year-old flyhalf by the name of Daniel Carter almost single-handedly tore the British and Irish Lions apart. The Lions headed into the game...
