The Irish Times

Damian de Allende and Joey Carbery remain out of action for Munster

Munster confirm defence coach JP Ferreira is to join Johann van Graan at Bath

Tue Jan 18 2022 - 14:25

Smarting Munster looking to extend Thomond Park run as Ulster come calling

Johann van Graan’s side will need a vastly improved performance after Connacht defeat

Sat Jan 08 2022 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: Simon Zebo’s return looks like good business all round

The 31-year-old has a few more rugby itches to scratch and plenty to motivate him

Thu Apr 15 2021 - 06:00

Five academy players in Munster squad to take on Zebre

Michael Bradley has seen his options decimated for Monday’s trip to Thomond Park

Mon Nov 30 2020 - 06:00

Rugby Stats: Celtic Cup and the AIL providing vital outlet for upcoming talent

Academy system by its very nature imperfect and can only accommodate so many

Thu Dec 05 2019 - 07:00

Evan Mintern still weighing up the pros but Con and college the focus just now

Former Ireland U20 secondrow is looking forward to the Cork club’s AIL title defence

Tue Oct 01 2019 - 20:34

Ireland U-20s’ injury toll raises player welfare concerns

Congested fixture schedule in Argentina meaning injuries are mounting up

Fri Jun 14 2019 - 06:00

Injuries make Ireland U20s’ Italian job even harder

Team need bonus-point victory to have chance of making last four at World Championship

Wed Jun 12 2019 - 01:00

Injury ravaged Ireland Under-20s name XV for Italy finale

Stewart Moore and John Hodnett head home but Ryan Baird has escaped suspension

Tue Jun 11 2019 - 16:47

Ireland aiming to take a giant step towards World U20 semi-final

Coach McNamara makes two enforced changes for the clash with Australia

Sat Jun 08 2019 - 06:02

Ireland Under-20s forced into changes for Australia

Sean French and Iwan Hughes both ruled out of the remainder of the tournament

Fri Jun 07 2019 - 13:55

Four of Ireland’s Grand Slam heroes to miss World Championships

Harry Byrne, Scott Penny, David Hawkshaw and Conor Phillips out of U-20 World Championships

Wed May 15 2019 - 14:45

Cork Constitution take their chances and claim a sixth All-Ireland League title

Clontarf left to rue a number of missed opportunities in Aviva stadium decider

Sun May 05 2019 - 19:54

Hayes relishing playing with his Con band of brothers

Cork club braced for another All Ireland League final clash with old rivals Clontarf

Thu May 02 2019 - 06:00

Cork Con set to pose toughest exam possible for Trinity in semi-final

14 of Trinity’s matchday 23 will take exams on Saturday before heading south

Fri Apr 26 2019 - 17:18

Ireland’s sonic youth: The inside story of the U-20s Grand Slam

Ireland’s Under-20s secured just a second Six Nations Grand Slam in history. This is their story

Wed Mar 27 2019 - 15:06

The Offload: Consistency in interpretation needed to protect players

It’s important to recognise the role of clubs in Ireland’s Under-20 Grand Slam triumph

Mon Mar 25 2019 - 09:39

Ireland complete Under-20 Six Nations Grand Slam triumph

Noel McNamara’s side secure come from behind victory in Colwyn Bay

Fri Mar 15 2019 - 21:18

Meet the Irish team chasing Grand Slam glory in Wales

John O’Sullivan profiles the Irish U-20s side who will win the Grand Slam if they beat Wales on Friday night

Thu Mar 14 2019 - 17:48

Ireland Under-20s refuse to buckle beneath French onslaught

Dogged side show their character to wear down visitors and earn a shot at history

Fri Mar 08 2019 - 22:35

Unbeaten Ireland braced for visit of U-20 world champions France

Absence of injured captain Hawkshaw a huge loss for McNamara’s team

Fri Mar 08 2019 - 06:00

French replaces injured Hawkshaw for France encounter

Ireland skipper set to miss last two games of U20 Six Nations with knee injury

Wed Mar 06 2019 - 15:47

Ireland U20 skipper David Hawkshaw a doubt for France game

Centre suffered a knee injury in training for Friday’s game in Cork

Mon Mar 04 2019 - 19:13

Holders PBC and CBC cruise into Munster Schools Senior Cup semi-finals

Cork schools joined in the last four by Crescent who defeated Rockwell

Wed Feb 07 2018 - 20:55

Pres Cork top of the class in Munster

Glenstal denied a piece of history as Pres claim 29th Munster title

Fri Mar 17 2017 - 18:29

Pres Cork and Glenstal both have motivation to claim Munster title

Preview: Munster Schools Senior Cup final, PBC v Glenstal Abbey, Thomond Park, 4pm

Fri Mar 17 2017 - 01:00

PBC turn table on Bandon to book Munster final place

Two second-half tries give Cork city school upper hand at Musgrave Park

Wed Mar 01 2017 - 18:19

Munster Schools Senior Cup: Ardscoil Rís spring surprise with defeat of holders CBC

Maurice Noonan lands touchline penalty to seal win while Glenstal Abbey beat Rockwell College

Wed Feb 01 2017 - 18:57

Cork elects first Sinn Féin lord mayor in 90 years

Cllr Chris O’Leary vows to help fix the housing crisis

Sat Jun 13 2015 - 12:01