# Home Soil

Last year

2022

Irish Open: Crowds turn out for Lowry, Power and co. but unlikely names steal the show

Adam McKendry sets the scene from day one at the Irish Open.

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Jun 30th 2022, 7:59 PM

Breen keen on England test after 'unbelievable' experience in Musgrave Park

The 22-year-old UL Bohs centre could come into the starting XV this weekend.

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Apr 21st 2022, 6:30 AM

Former All Blacks coach Wayne Smith brought in by Black Ferns

The World Cup-winning coach will help New Zealand prepare for this year’s World Cup on home soil.

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Apr 4th 2022, 3:49 PM

All time

Vicky Phelan to return to Ireland after six months of treatment in the US and 'relentless' side effects

Last November, Ms Phelan disclosed that she has developed a new tumour for the first time in over two years.

71.8k

Jul 4th 2021, 8:12 PM

Three home wins the target for Ireland Women in important 2020 Six Nations

After a very poor championship in 2019, Ireland have hopes of a big improvement.

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Jan 23rd 2020, 6:15 AM

'It would mean the world': McIlroy out to end Major drought at Portrush

The Northern Irishman is the bookmakers’ favourite to get his hands back on the Claret Jug this week.

2.8k

Jul 16th 2019, 8:47 AM

Teenage out-half Higgins included in extended Ireland World Cup squad

Tom Tierney has named a 48-woman group to prepare for the home tournament.

5.3k

May 2nd 2017, 3:41 PM

7 of Ireland's most perfect days on home soil

The defeat of Holland in 2001 and other memorable occasions for the Boys in Green.

10.6k

Nov 17th 2015, 6:06 PM

Ireland has bid to host the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup

The campaign involves locations in both Dublin and Belfast.

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Mar 2nd 2015, 12:43 PM