Diarmaid Scannell

Tom Tierney names starting XV for do or die French clash

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 16, 2017 / Comments Off on Tom Tierney names starting XV for do or die French clash

Tom Tierney names starting XV as UL Bohemians Ciara Griffin and Nicole Cronin retaining places. Tom Tierney has made a few changes from the side that beat Japan 24-14 on…

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Pro 14 CEO claims Munster and Leinster “Biggest clubs in the World”

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 16, 2017 / Comments Off on Pro 14 CEO claims Munster and Leinster “Biggest clubs in the World”

Martin Anayi believes the best clubs in the world are in the Pro 14. There has been a lot of talk and coverage concerning the new Guinness Pro 14 after…

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Not looking too good for new South African Pro14 teams

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 16, 2017 / Comments Off on Not looking too good for new South African Pro14 teams

The Southern Kings are struggling to field a full squad less than 3 weeks out from their first fixture. Wales Online is reporting that the former Super Rugby side barely…

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Peter Stringer talks about his decision to stay alcohol free all his life

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 16, 2017 / Comments Off on Peter Stringer talks about his decision to stay alcohol free all his life

The 39 year recently signed a short term contract with Worcester Warriors in England. Stringer has had a very successful career since leaving Munster 6 years ago playing for English…

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WATCH: Ciara Griffin discusses Ireland’s 24-14 win over Japan on Sunday

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 14, 2017 / Comments Off on WATCH: Ciara Griffin discusses Ireland’s 24-14 win over Japan on Sunday

The UL Bohs player explains the half time message in the dressing room as Ireland struggled in the opening period. “We showed unity, we showed calm” Griffin was happy for…

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JKA World Championship coming to University of Limerick

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 14, 2017 / Comments Off on JKA World Championship coming to University of Limerick

The 14th Funakoshi Gichin Cup World Karate-do Championships will be hosted by at UL this week. The championships are to be held by JKA Ireland this week. Before the championships kick…

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WATCH: Limerick FC train ahead of Shamrock Rovers clash

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 14, 2017 / Comments Off on WATCH: Limerick FC train ahead of Shamrock Rovers clash

Limerick FC were training in UL on Sunday in preparation for a tough tie with Shamrock Rovers After a comprehensive first round FAI Cup tie win over Cobh Ramblers on…

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WATCH: Highlights of Ireland’s nervy win over Japan

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 14, 2017 / Comments Off on WATCH: Highlights of Ireland’s nervy win over Japan

Ireland beat Japan 24-14 yesterday to keep their World Cup dream alive. Ireland made it very difficult for themselves after conceding two first half tries and losing Katie Fitzhenry to…

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WATCH: Donal Óg Cusack questions Sunday Game punditry live on air

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 14, 2017 / Comments Off on WATCH: Donal Óg Cusack questions Sunday Game punditry live on air

Donal Óg Cusack was on the Sunday Game’s panel for the All Ireland Semi-Final and questioned some of the pundits past claims. Donal Óg Cusack was back on the Sunday…

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WATCH: Ireland women hit the gym ahead of Sunday’s clash with Japan

By Diarmaid Scannell / August 11, 2017 / Comments Off on WATCH: Ireland women hit the gym ahead of Sunday’s clash with Japan

The Ireland Women’s Rugby team were in UCD’s high performance gym this morning. After their vital win over Australia on Friday, Ireland were back in the gym today preparing for…

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