Category Archives: U20 Six Nations Rugby

The son of Ulster’s Heineken Cup hero seeking U20 Six Nations glory Bryn Ward’s father Andy also earned 28 senior international caps for Ireland from 1998 to 2001. WHEN IT COMES to learning about the intricacies of being an openside … Continue reading →

Bryn Ward: ‘Fitness could be a big part of it this week, so we can take them to that place where they can’t cope’ DAIRE WALSH When it comes to learning about the intricacies of being an openside flanker at … Continue reading →

‘The best decision for me’ – Ireland U20 star flourishing after Connacht move Finn Treacy says he has settled in well in Galway as he prepares to face England in the U20 Six Nations. DESPITE BEING A newcomer to the … Continue reading →

‘I always wanted to be a good coach’: Ian Keatley embracing new challenge with U20s Grand Slam bid Ireland U20s take on Italy in Cork later this evening. SINCE BRINGING A long and varied playing career to an end in … Continue reading →

Wilhelm de Klerk: South Africa’s loss is Ireland’s gain as U20s chase another Slam “It’s our shot. It’s our year to do it,” says Ireland U20s centre ahead of Friday’s meeting with Italy. SOUTH AFRICA’S LOSS is proving to be … Continue reading →

Ireland U20s ‘in a strong position’ as defence of Grand Slam begins Having been part of the Grand Slam successes that the Irish have enjoyed at this age grade in the past two seasons, the ex-flanker would dearly love to … Continue reading →

The former Cork underage hurling star now looking to hit big time with Ireland Ben O’Connor won All-Ireland minor and U20 championship titles but is now starting in the Six Nations U20s opener in France. IT WAS A decision that … Continue reading →

‘We haven’t spoken about a third Grand Slam in a row. That has never once come up’ Brian Gleeson and the Ireland U20s begin their Grand Slam defence in France on Saturday evening. HE WAS AN integral part of a … Continue reading →

Jack Murphy ready to follow footsteps of brother Ben Murphy always had his sights set on making the cut for the Ireland U20s. DAIRE WALSH If he is selected to face France at Stade Maurice David in Aix-en-Provence next Saturday, … Continue reading →

Gavin: I was fairly into GAA, but rugby had my heart from start Daire Walsh He may come from a part of Galway with a strong GAA tradition, but for Salthill native Hugh Gavin – rugby was always going to … Continue reading →