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Hugo Keenan Aiming To Hit The Ground Running At Sevens World Cup

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Hugo Keenan believes Ireland can channel the spirit of Wales' successful class of 2009 when they make their long-awaited return to the Rugby World Cup Sevens tournament in San Francisco this weekend.

IRTV: Give It A Try In Wicklow RFC

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Over one thousand girls are taking part in the the Give It A Try Summer 2018 programme at 38 clubs around Ireland. Irish Rugby TV went along to a session in Wicklow RFC to see how their 60 girls are getting...

Samoa's Qualification Completes Ireland's RWC 2019 Pool

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Samoa will be Ireland's final opponents in the pool stages of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, following their qualification for the tournament in Japan via a two-legged play-off against Germany.

Ian McIlrath Elected 131st President Of The IRFU

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Ian McIlrath, the former Ireland centre, was elected the 131st President of the Irish Rugby Football Union at their annual Council Meeting in the Aviva Stadium today.

IRFU Posts 1.2 Million Euro Profit For 2017/18 Season

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

A historic year for Irish Rugby on the pitch has resulted in a quicker-than-forecast return to profit for the Irish Rugby Football Union, who will report a 1.2 million euro surplus for 2017/18 at today's...

Support 'Wheels In Green' For Their First Ever Wheelchair Rugby World Championship

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland's Wheelchair Rugby team are getting ready to play in their first ever Wheelchair Rugby World Championship in Sydney, Australia from August 2-10. You can support the #WheelsInGreen with donations...

In Pics: Ireland U-18 Women Win Home Nations Sevens In Edinburgh

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The Under-18 Women's Home Nations Sevens tournament is a new addition to the summer schedule, and the Adam Griggs-coached Ireland team took the honours in the first leg in Edinburgh last weekend. Check...

Connacht sign Colby Fainga’a from the Melbourne Rebels

8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Fainga’a will reunite with his former coach Andy Friend at the Sportsground.

Eddy Readies Ireland Sevens Squads For World Cup Challenge

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

As the Rugby World Cup Sevens in San Francisco come sharply into focus, Anthony Eddy, the IRFU's Director of Women's and Sevens Rugby, believes the Sevens code is continuing to grow and gain popularity...

Connacht Snap Up Back Rower Fainga'a

8 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Connacht Rugby have announced the signing of back rower Colby Fainga'a from Australian Super Rugby side the Melbourne Rebels. He will join up with the Connacht squad on the conclusion of the Rebels' Super...