In pictures: A day in the life of Ireland kitman Paddy 'Rala' O'Reilly
The kitman is somewhat of a legend in the Irish coaching set-up, having been with the team for over 15 years.
2.52pm, 21 Sep 2011
IRELAND BAGGAGE MASTER Paddy ‘Rala’ O’Reilly has been with the Irish team for the past 15 years, and is one of the most popular members of the coaching set-up.
He is currently working at his fourth World Cup and was appointed Baggage Master for the British and Irish Lions’ tour in 2009.
In addition, he got his nickname when attempting to spell the Irish equivalent of O’Reilly on a school blackboard.
Below is a series of photos depicting a day in the life of the ex-Terenure student:
In pictures: A day in the life of Ireland kitman Paddy 'Rala' O'Reilly
IRELAND BAGGAGE MASTER Paddy ‘Rala’ O’Reilly has been with the Irish team for the past 15 years, and is one of the most popular members of the coaching set-up.
He is currently working at his fourth World Cup and was appointed Baggage Master for the British and Irish Lions’ tour in 2009.
In addition, he got his nickname when attempting to spell the Irish equivalent of O’Reilly on a school blackboard.
Below is a series of photos depicting a day in the life of the ex-Terenure student:
(All photos taken by INPHO/Dan Sheridan)
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