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Munster Build-Up To Leinster Home In Women’s Interprovincial Championship: Niamh Briggs – The Irish Examiner – August 15 2024

Posted on August 15, 2024 by admin

Contracted provincial system vital for women’s rugby in Ireland DAIRE WALSH Munster Women’s assistant coach Niamh Briggs has said a potential move towards a contracted provincial system will be a positive step in ensuring women’s rugby can thrive throughout the … Continue reading →

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Ireland Olympics Homecoming Piece From O’Connell Street: The Irish Examiner – August 13 2024

Posted on August 12, 2024 by admin

Thousands turn out on O’Connell St to welcome Olympians home Dublin singer Roisin O played out the event with a stirring rendition of ‘Grace’. DAIRE WALSH There was a carnival-like atmosphere in Dublin city on Monday afternoon as thousands of … Continue reading →

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Women’s Interprovincial Championship Round One Round-Up: The Irish Times – August 12 2024

Posted on August 12, 2024 by admin

Women’s Interprovincials: Leinster and Munster record wins Munster overcome spirited challenge from Ulster to win 29-22, while Leinster beat Connacht 38-19 Daire Walsh Defending champions Leinster and Munster recorded home wins over Connacht and Ulster respectively earlier today as the … Continue reading →

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The Big Interview: Clare Owens (Leitrim/St Joseph’s) – Media West Ireland – August 10 2024

Posted on August 12, 2024 by admin

‘Absolutely fantastic’ – Clare Owens reflects on Leitrim’s journey to All-Ireland Intermediate football glory Daire Walsh Having just missed out on her county’s previous success in the competition all the way back in 2007, Leitrim’s Clare Owens was deeply satisfied … Continue reading →

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Women’s Interprovincial Championship Build-Up Piece: Katie Whelan (Leinster) – The Irish Examiner – August 10 2024

Posted on August 12, 2024 by admin

Whelan using every chance to prove she can make Ireland breakthrough “Every time I get out onto that pitch, even training, I feel like it’s an opportunity to showcase what I can do.” DAIRE WALSH While doing her utmost for … Continue reading →

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Women’s Interprovincial Championship Build-Up: Fiona Tuite (Ulster) – The Irish Examiner – August 9 2024

Posted on August 10, 2024 by admin

Ulster aiming to continue upward momentum, says Tuite Women’s Interpros Daire Walsh Ulster’s Fiona Tuite has said the opening round of the Interprovincial Championship this weekend serves as the beginning of what she anticipates will be an exciting season for … Continue reading →

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UEFA Europa League Third Qualifying Round First Leg: NK Celje V Shamrock Rovers – The Irish Times – August 9 2024

Posted on August 8, 2024 by admin

Shamrock Rovers suffer narrow defeat to NK Celje in Europa League qualifying first leg Hoops well in the tie as they look to overturn one-goal deficit in Tallaght next week Europa League third qualifying round first leg: NK Celje 1 … Continue reading →

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Paralympic Ireland Send Off: Ronan Grimes & Chloe MacCombe – The Irish Examiner – August 8 2024

Posted on August 8, 2024 by admin

Paralympians taking inspiration from Team Ireland exploits Thanks to Kellie Harrington’s magnificent defence of her women’s 60kg title at Roland Garros on Tuesday night, Ireland have now won four gold medals at the Olympics and have an overall haul of … Continue reading →

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Women’s Interprovincial Championship Launch: Meabh Deely (Connacht) – The Irish Examiner – August 8 2024

Posted on August 8, 2024 by admin

Connacht’s Deely welcomes Duffy addition  A native of Ballina, Gavin Duffy had stints at full-back for the Connacht men’s team either side of a three-year stay in England with Harlequins – for whom he won a European Challenge Cup. DAIRE … Continue reading →

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Ohk Brand Ambassador Announcement: Caelan Doris – The Irish Examiner – August 7 2024

Posted on August 7, 2024 by admin

Jet-setter Caelan Doris recharged after ’55-week season’ By the time Doris returns to collective Leinster training on August 19, he will have had a whole five weeks away from the stresses of professional rugby. DAIRE WALSH Following an intense season … Continue reading →

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