Connacht – The Team That Refused To Die
A fascinating new book is soon to be launched which outlines how Connacht twice came back from the brink of extinction to capture the Pro12 crown in such glorious fashion last May. The famous march by over 2,000 supporters to the IRFU headquarters helped save Connacht in 2003, but details…
Connacht name team to face Leinster
Ahead of tomorrow’s Guinness PRO12 round 7 clash with Leinster at the RDS, Pat Lam has made three personnel changes to his Connacht side that defeated Zebre in Europe five days ago. Tiernan O’Halloran, who missed out last week through injury, returns to the starting lineup and will take his…
Sligo RFC U15s win again to go top of the table
In perfect conditions at Hamilton park on Saturday last Sligo U15s continued their unbeaten run with another emphatic win over a strong Westport side. Sligo started the stronger and controlled most of procession throughout the first half. Tries from King, Broaders, Cregg and Marren put Sligo 22 points ahead at the…
Sligo RFC U10s enjoy Ballina blitz
Sligo’s U10 boys travelled to neighbours Ballina RFC on Sat morning 22nd Oct for the Annual Aviva Connacht Blitz. The faced their counterparts from Westport RFC in their 1st game followed by games against Loughrea, Corinthians & Claremorris RFC. The boys played exceptionally well resulting in 4 wins from 4.…
Aki and Dillane sign new deals with Connacht
Connacht Rugby and the IRFU have announced the contract renewals of senior players Bundee Aki and Ultan Dillane. Commenting on the latest contract news, Connacht CEO Willie Ruane said: “Both Bundee and Ultan made it clear from the start that they were keen to stay and play their rugby…
Sligo’s Stephen Kerins helps Irish U20s into championship final
Sligo’s Stephen Kerins put in another stellar display as the Irish U20s booked their place in the World Championship final on Monday. Kerins played 72 minutes at scrum-half, before he was withdrawn with Ireland already 30 points to seven ahead against Argentina at the Manchester City Academy Stadium. The Irish…
Sligo pair rested as Ireland U20s target semi-final spot
The Irish under 20s complete their World championship pool with a game against Georgia this evening in Manchester. A win guarantee’s a semi-final spot for Ireland, kick off is at 5.30. Head coach Nigel Carolan has made 13 changes to the team that beat New Zealand last time…