Stay to play or stray and play?
Danny Brosnan It’s been there for quite a few years. Not exactly officially but always used. The “no province, no call up” rule. Why I get it has it’s merits and disadvantages. It’s seems to have suited us well in certain regards. Obviously there are people who would rather see the rule abolished completely and […]
A win for Ireland and a record breaker.
James Grennan at the Dexcom Highly entertaining game in the Dexcom Playing in front of a roaring Galway crowd, hometown hero Béibhinn Parsons cemented her status as an all-time great by becoming the all-time record try scorer for the Ireland women’s game. The local winger put on a spectacular masterclass, scoring two breath taking tries […]
A tough opening night for Connacht.
Photo credit to RTE. James Grennan at the Dexcom Connacht suffered a bitterly disappointing 29-15 defeat against the DHL Stormers on the opening night of the URC here in Dexcom Stadium. Despite the heavy scoreline, the boys showcased incredible resilience in their defensive game, marked by a stunning, last-ditch defensive effort from Hansen the opening […]
A Comprehensive Victory for Connacht Rugby
James Grennan live from the Dexcom Connacht Eagles secured a comprehensive 59-0 victory over Ulster following a dominant attacking performance. The match began as a cagey affair, with both teams struggling to find a breakthrough during a scoreless opening 15 minutes. Connacht centre Sean Walsh opened the scoring by crossing for the first try, which out-half […]
A Double header for Connacht rugby.
James Grennan Dexcom Stadium in Galway is set for a massive rugby double-header this Saturday, 5 September 2026, offering fans a full day of action as squads finalize their preparations for the upcoming season. Connacht Eagles v Ulster ‘A’ (2:00 PM k/o) The afternoon kicks off with a developmental showcase as the Connacht Eagles host […]
An inspired Ulster team take 3rd place.
James Grennan live from the Dexcom It was a thoroughly disappointing afternoon for Connacht at the Dexcom Stadium as they fell to a heavy 10-29 defeat against an inspired Ulster side. Entering the 3rd/4th place play-off of the Vodafone Women’s Interprovincial Championship, we were hoping to finish our campaign on a high, but it was the […]
Clinical Munster win in the Dexcom.
James Grennan at the Dexcom Connacht delivered a promising start at Dexcom Stadium, with debutant hooker Uillin Eilian scoring a third-minute try from a powerful maul, before a 30-metre interception try by Munster’s Alana McInerney shifted the momentum. Despite strong work at the breakdown, further first-half scores from Alisha Flynn and Caitríona Finn saw the […]
U18s – Connacht Clinch Stunning Interpro Comeback Victory Over Munster.
James Grennan at the Dexcom Stadium GALWAY — Connacht U18 girls pulled off a sensational 20-14 comeback victory against tournament favourites Munster in a thrilling Interprovincial clash. Munster dominated the opening half, though Connacht stayed in touch with a well-worked first-half try from Loughrea’s Rhea Sestak. The clinical visitors capitalised on their early pressure to head […]
2026/27 Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup Pools confirmed.
EPCR Media release The countdown to the start of the 2026/27 Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup officially began today as the Pool Draws for the competitions took place at the Premier Sports studios in Dublin. Hosted by presenters Elma Smit and Benjamin Boyet (beIN SPORTS), the event featured Premier Sports pundit and former […]
A review of the last round of the URC.
Frank Schnittger The last round of the URC went about as well as could have been hoped for the Irish provinces. Leinster had a facile win over a game Ospreys side to secure home knock-out matches up to the final. You have to feel for the constant humiliation of Welsh fans. Connacht and Munster had […]