Luke Liddy

Rassie Erasmus on upcoming Glasgow Warriors game – “It will be a massive challenge”

By Luke Liddy / September 22, 2017 / Comments Off on Rassie Erasmus on upcoming Glasgow Warriors game – “It will be a massive challenge”

Only four teams remain unbeaten as the Guinness PRO14 season begins to take shape after three rounds of league action. Two of those sides, Munster and Glasgow Warriors will clash…

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WATCH – Munster academy prop Liam O’Connor gives his thoughts ahead of fourth straight start

By Luke Liddy / September 22, 2017 / Comments Off on WATCH – Munster academy prop Liam O’Connor gives his thoughts ahead of fourth straight start

WATCH – Academy prop Liam O’Connor gives his thoughts ahead of fourth straight start. Set for his fourth start in as many games, it’s been a fruitful the month for…

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One change for Munster as Rory Scannell makes first start of the season

By Luke Liddy / September 21, 2017 / Comments Off on One change for Munster as Rory Scannell makes first start of the season

Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus again keeps faith with largely the same side that has recorded three wins from three to date in naming his side for tomorrow night’s Guinness…

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Anthony Foley honoured with Richard Harris Patrons’ Award

By Luke Liddy / September 21, 2017 / Comments Off on Anthony Foley honoured with Richard Harris Patrons’ Award

Former captain and coach Anthony ‘Axel’ Foley was honoured with the Richard Harris Patrons’ award at the annual Munster Rugby London Dinner last night, his parents Brendan and Sheila Foley…

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Darren Sweetnam – “There’s serious competition in the squad”

By Luke Liddy / September 21, 2017 / Comments Off on Darren Sweetnam – “There’s serious competition in the squad”

Darren Sweetnam – “There’s serious competition in the squad, it’s what you need.”. Flying winger Darren Sweetnam is settling back into competitive action this season following a breakthrough year in…

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Sporting Limerick’s George Lee remembers the great Jimmy Magee

By Luke Liddy / September 20, 2017 / Comments Off on Sporting Limerick’s George Lee remembers the great Jimmy Magee

Since early morning today tributes have been pouring in for the late broadcaster Jimmy Magee. It seems like Bono everyone has a Jimmy Magee story. In fact I have two.…

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This Friday’s PRO 14 tie will mark 10 years since Billy Holland’s full Munster debut – He gives his thoughts on the coaching situation at the province

By Luke Liddy / September 20, 2017 / Comments Off on This Friday’s PRO 14 tie will mark 10 years since Billy Holland’s full Munster debut – He gives his thoughts on the coaching situation at the province

This Friday veteran forward Billy Holland will celebrate 10 years to the date since making his senior competitive debut in the Magners League against Llanelli Scarlets at Musgrave Park on…

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Legendary RTE sports commentator Jimmy Magee passes away

By Luke Liddy / September 20, 2017 / Comments Off on Legendary RTE sports commentator Jimmy Magee passes away

Former RTE sports commentator Jimmy Magee has passed away following a lengthy illness. ‘The Memory Man’ who joined RTE in 1956 commentated on 11 Olympic Games and 12 World Cups.…

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No fresh injury concerns for Munster ahead of top of the table clash

By Luke Liddy / September 18, 2017 / Comments Off on No fresh injury concerns for Munster ahead of top of the table clash

Munster began their preperations at UL today for Saturday’s Guinness Pro14 top of the table clash with Glasgow Warriors at the Scotstoun. The medical team were happy to report a…

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LIT Celtics prepare for first home game of the season

By Luke Liddy / September 18, 2017 / Comments Off on LIT Celtics prepare for first home game of the season

LIT Celtics take on Killarney in their opening Home game this Saturday night following a loss against the EJ Sligo All-Stars last Saturday. The Limerick side came out on the…

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