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# John Hayes

Last year
2022
Sculptor behind design destroyed by fire vows to return '50 times' if he has to
Gardaí have launched an investigation after the large wooden sculpture on Waterford’s Greenway route was destroyed by fire.
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Oct 4th 2022, 1:47 PM
'I got as much out of myself for what talent I had, so I'm happy enough'
John Hayes is happy with life on the farm and coaching in Bruff RFC these days.
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Feb 5th 2022, 7:00 AM
All time
'He did the jobs you don't get huge praise for. He was world-class at those things'
John Hayes was indispensable for Munster and Ireland across the course of a decade.
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Mar 16th 2021, 8:00 PM
John Hayes backs Andrew Porter to pass Italian and French exams
Porter struggled for Leinster against Saracens in last month’s Champions Cup quarter-final but Munster and Ireland legend Hayes believes the tight-head will thrive in the Six Nations.
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Oct 23rd 2020, 7:20 AM
The year that changed Irish rugby forever
In the 1990s, Irish rugby was a byword for failure, but within six months of the new century a new era had dawned. Twenty years on, The42 reflects on the most important season in Irish rugby history
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Jan 6th 2020, 8:30 PM
After 30 years of voluntary service, Tipperary ditch hurling team kit man Hotpoint Hayes
It’s believed to be part of backroom shake-up by manager Michael Ryan.
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Oct 11th 2017, 6:00 AM
The epic story of the Vikings in Ireland - as depicted on a 23-metre chainsaw-carved tree
Professional tree carver John Hayes is out to impress at this year’s National Ploughing Championships.
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Sep 20th 2017, 3:56 PM
How John Hayes became a prop at the end of the world in New Zealand
The Ireland and Munster legend head to Invercargill as a second row in 1995.
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Jun 24th 2017, 7:00 AM
Attacking duo Horgan and Hayes land Cork GAA club awards
Patrick Horgan helped Glen Rovers triumph while John Hayes starred for Carbery Rangers.
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Dec 7th 2016, 12:25 PM
Ross rising from junior club to Cork senior champions and set for Munster campaign
Cork All-Ireland John Hayes wants his club to seize their provincial chance.
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Oct 30th 2016, 8:15 AM
Ireland's top chainsaw craftsman gave us a masterclass in carving
He started us off with a “tiny fairy chair”.
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Sep 22nd 2016, 6:58 PM
Greystones is getting an immense tree carving 'in honour of Apple's €13bn'
Carver John Hayes is hard at work.
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Sep 2nd 2016, 10:05 AM
The Bull takes a #PenaltyForAutism, nominates POC and Keith Earls
John Hayes proves he is a man of many talents.
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Jul 21st 2015, 10:44 PM
A new statue at Shannon airport is marking one of Irish sport's most iconic moments
Paul O’Connell’s famous line-out has been turned into a sculpture.
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Jul 17th 2015, 5:04 PM
8 years ago today the Bull's tears inspired a nation
And it feels like just yesterday.
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Feb 24th 2015, 1:06 PM
Paul O'Connell on injuries, the 2015 World Cup, Mils Muliaina and his 'John Hayes attitude'
The Munster star looks ahead to the future and reflects on what lies ahead for Munster and Ireland.
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May 8th 2014, 9:00 AM
This umpire wasn't happy with John Hayes pointing for Cork against Dublin last Saturday
That’ll teach him not to score against the Dubs.
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Mar 5th 2014, 5:13 PM
Comeback kid - John Hayes makes his mark for Cork three years after his last league start
The 29 year-old scored 1-3 for Cork in last Saturday’s win over Dublin in Croke Park.
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Mar 4th 2014, 7:00 AM
All you’ll ever need to know about Shannon RFC
The Limerick club has produced Munster and Ireland stars such as Alan Quinlan, Anthony Foley and Mick Galwey.
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Nov 30th 2013, 2:46 PM
Ray Carey and John Hayes return to Cork senior football squad
The 2010 All-Ireland winners will link up for the 2014 season.
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Nov 15th 2013, 2:50 PM
'Would someone just get a shepherd's hook and get him out of there' - Hayes on Bowe's Grand Slam ditty
‘The Bull’ revealed that he was a horrified TV viewer at home when his Ireland teammate took to the stage to sing Black Velvet Band.
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Oct 10th 2012, 9:50 PM
Top dog: Kearney named Players' Player of the Year
Rob Kearney took home two of the big prizes from last night’s IRUPA Rugby Players’ Awards in Dublin.
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May 10th 2012, 10:15 AM
John 'The Bull' Hayes to join Irish rugby Hall of Fame
The 38-year-old Munster and Ireland legend will become the 12th entrant into the IRUPA Hall of Fame next week.
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May 3rd 2012, 11:23 AM
I'll be back: 'The Bull' Hayes hints at future coaching role
Munster and Ireland legend John “The Bull” Hayes promises that he’ll be back in rugby sooner rather than later.
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Jan 11th 2012, 4:33 PM
Irish rugby stars pay tribute as John Hayes plays for the final time
Tributes have been pouring in for John Hayes after the Limerick man played his 212th and final game in Munster colours on Monday evening.
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Dec 27th 2011, 10:58 AM
Hayes bows out as Munster cruise to win over Connacht
Munster cruised to an easy win over beleaguered Connacht at Thomond Park, as John Hayes made his final appearance for the province.
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Dec 26th 2011, 9:41 PM
Pro12 Cheat Sheet: your guide to the Christmas rugby action
After a brief Heineken Cup hiatus, the Pro12 returns on St Stephen’s Day with two mouth-watering interprovincial clashes. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Dec 23rd 2011, 1:37 PM
In pictures: John ‘The Bull’ Hayes bids a fond farewell to Munster
One of Munster rugby’s finest servants took part in his final training session for the province this afternoon.
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Dec 22nd 2011, 7:43 PM
Munster name Zebo in squad for Scarlets trip
Thomond Park wing finished yesterday’s training session at the University of Limerick on crutches after he went over on an ankle.
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Dec 7th 2011, 4:05 PM
Munster duo to miss Heineken Cup pool stages
David Wallace and Felix Jones have been ruled out European action until the new year, while there was a surprise recall for one old favourite.
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Oct 21st 2011, 12:46 PM
Heartbreak hotel: Why these 6 stars won't be travelling to New Zealand
We take a look at some of the men who didn’t make the cut.
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Aug 22nd 2011, 2:06 PM
Hayes, Stringer set to miss out on RWC
Several Munster stars have already been told that their services won’t be needed in New Zealand.
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Aug 20th 2011, 1:47 PM
Holidays are over, lads - Kidney names side for summer training camps
Next stop New Zealand as Ireland’s rugby stars gear up for September’s trip to the southern hemisphere.
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Jun 17th 2011, 12:52 PM
The Morning Score: Wednesday
United and Arsenal get the job done, Galvin set for college competition and the Sky scandal rumbles on.
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Jan 26th 2011, 9:21 AM
Heineken Cup team news: O'Connell, Ferris and O'Brien in
It’s a massive weekend of rugby for the Irish provinces in the Heineken Cup. Here’s the latest team news.
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Jan 14th 2011, 12:44 PM
Munster name squad for Italian newcomers
Welcome returns for The Bull and Marcus ‘needs-a-nickname’ Horan.
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Sep 2nd 2010, 10:20 AM