# niamh briggs

This week

19th March 2023 - 23rd March 2023

# Womens Six Nations

'There’s definitely huge potential, you just want them to go and fulfil that'

Niamh Briggs and Maeve Óg O’Leary look ahead to a new Six Nations campaign.

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Tue 6:49 PM

Last year

2022

# niamh briggs

Former Ireland out-half takes over as new Munster senior women's coach

Niamh Briggs will combine the role with that of assistant coach of Ireland.

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Sep 28th 2022, 3:21 PM

# Fitness

Ireland hope key players Monaghan and Cronin will be fit for Scotland clash

There was a boost for Ireland with Sene Naoupu’s red card being rescinded.

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Apr 27th 2022, 7:00 AM

# Contracts

'Professionalism is going to be imminent' but has to be done right way, says Briggs

The Ireland assistant says Irish rugby would need to grow its player pool before splitting 7s and 15s players.

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Apr 26th 2022, 3:16 PM

# briggsy

'She was The Name I knew growing up and to be coached by her is really exciting'

Niamh Briggs has made a big impression in the Ireland coaching set-up thus far.

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Mar 24th 2022, 7:30 PM

# Addition

Stacey Flood hails elevation of Niamh Briggs to Irish role

Briggs has been added to Greg McWilliams’ international coaching ticket ahead of the forthcoming Women’s Six Nations campaign.

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Feb 18th 2022, 6:30 AM

# New gig

'When I was playing, I was ridiculously intense and just wanted to win all the time'

Niamh Briggs is excited and honoured to be back with Ireland as an assistant coach.

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Feb 17th 2022, 3:48 PM

# Give It Briggsy

Niamh Briggs appointed Ireland women’s assistant coach ahead of Six Nations

The former Ireland captain is a huge addition to the squad’s coaching unit.

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Feb 4th 2022, 3:49 PM

All time

# One Step Closer

Anthony Eddy and Niamh Briggs to take part in Women's Lions feasibility study

The group will be chaired by former British & Irish Lion Ieuan Evans.

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Oct 12th 2021, 10:39 AM

# Foundation

'We have a perfect storm... The game is changing and we need to change with it'

As Irish women’s rugby rebuilds, the AIL and inter-pros will play a key role.

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Oct 9th 2021, 10:00 AM

# Briggs gig

Niamh Briggs appointed head coach of UL Bohemians' women's team

The former Irish captain has taken her first head coach role.

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May 18th 2021, 7:17 PM

# Kicking On

Briggs urges Ireland to be brave ahead of 'incredibly important' showdown with Italy

The former out-half is expecting ‘a cracker’ in Donnybrook today.

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Apr 23rd 2021, 4:53 PM

# Spotlight

From the gainline to the frontline: Niamh Briggs on the huge opportunity for women's rugby

The tournament will be ‘front and centre’ for the next few weeks, according to the Irish rugby legend, who has been working as a garda through the pandemic.

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Apr 1st 2021, 5:02 PM

# Rugby

'I don't think an exception should be made for Zebo': Watch our Guinness Six Nations virtual preview

Former Ireland rugby internationals Andrew Trimble, Niamh Briggs and Ian Keatley were in top form on Thursday night.

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Oct 23rd 2020, 12:39 PM

# join us

Get free tickets for our Guinness Six Nations virtual preview with Andrew Trimble tomorrow evening

Ian Keatley and Niamh Briggs will also join The42′s Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey ahead of this weekend’s international rugby.

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Oct 16th 2020, 1:26 PM

# Injury Woes

'The doctor said 'have you still got that boot? Put it back on, your leg is still badly broken''

Niamh Briggs speaks to The42 about her recent injury setback.

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Mar 31st 2020, 3:29 PM

# terrible news

Serious leg injury another devastating blow for Munster's Briggs

The Ireland international sustained the injury on the opening weekend of the inter-pros.

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Aug 21st 2019, 5:05 PM

# Taking Charge

Briggs included in Munster Women's historic all-female coaching and management staff

The UL Bohs star has been appointed the technical skills coach for the U18 team.

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Jun 18th 2019, 12:48 PM

# the business end

Briggs on target as Bohs lead the way into women's AIL semi-finals

The defending champs secured top spot again with a win over Galwegians, while Old Belvedere defeated Blackrock to seal home advantage in the knockout round.

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Mar 25th 2019, 9:22 AM

# Class Act

In-form Niamh Briggs shines once again as UL Bohs beat Railway Union

Meanwhile, there were wins for Cooke and Blackrock in the Women’s AIL.

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Feb 11th 2019, 8:26 AM

# a little patience

Ireland not rushing Six Nations start for Miller after 10-month lay-off from horrific injury

The star winger has been named on the bench for England’s visit on Friday while Niamh Briggs remains in contention for a return to the squad.

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Jan 30th 2019, 7:30 AM

# Interview

'I'm not angry or bitter. I'm fit, healthy and happy again and that's important'

After questioning whether she’d ever play again, Niamh Briggs has bounced back from two injury-ravaged seasons to rediscover her love of rugby, even after being overlooked for Ireland’s Six Nations squad.

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Jan 20th 2019, 11:50 AM

# fresh faces

Briggs misses out as Ireland name nine uncapped players for November

There are three ‘development players’ included in Adam Griggs’ selection.

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Sep 24th 2018, 1:09 PM

# Decider

Leinster trust in defence for clash with Munster and their 10/12 playmaking duo

The Women’s Inter-provincial Series goes down to the wire in Donnybrook tomorrow night.

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Sep 14th 2018, 9:02 AM

# Wrap

Convincing wins for Leinster and Munster in women's inter-pros

Connacht and Ulster came out second best in their respective matches this weekend.

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Sep 1st 2018, 6:33 PM

# fit and fresh

'There were some really dark days' - Niamh Briggs finds a new lease of life

The Ireland out-half suffered with serious injury issues and missed last year’s home World Cup.

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Mar 10th 2018, 7:30 AM

# Overdue

'There are people coming from New Zealand and Australia to get their caps'

Niamh Briggs is delighted that over 100 female players will finally be awarded caps for playing for Ireland.

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Mar 9th 2018, 3:06 PM

# new cap

Belvo wing Megan Williams set for Ireland debut against France

The 7s international will win her first cap for Ireland in 15s.

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Jan 31st 2018, 4:08 PM

# Squad

9 uncapped players as Ireland Women build up to Six Nations without Spence and Murphy

New head coach Adam Griggs has plenty of experienced talents in his 38-strong squad.

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Dec 22nd 2017, 12:37 PM

# The Time Is Now

'They'll just be dying to get onto the pitch and do the nation proud'

Ireland international rugby player Kim Flood looks ahead to the Women’s World Cup.

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Aug 8th 2017, 1:54 PM

# Leader

With Briggs injury setback, Ireland turn to Molloy as Women's Rugby World Cup captain

The 29-year-old will replace Niamh Briggs who was forced to pull out of the tournament last week.

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Aug 2nd 2017, 3:00 PM

# Road To Recovery

Injured Ireland skipper Briggs vows to return for Six Nations

The goal-kicking fullback suffered an ankle injury in training over the weekend.

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Aug 1st 2017, 1:11 AM

# wrwc 2017

Briggs injury increases onus on playmakers and robs Ireland of priceless weapon

Captain, leader, goalkicker, playmaker: There’s no understating the blow Briggs’ injury is to Ireland.

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Jul 31st 2017, 3:00 PM

# Injury blow

Niamh Briggs ruled out of World Cup with injury

The Ireland captain missed the Six Nations with a separate injury.

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Jul 31st 2017, 1:05 PM

# bring it

'We have to embrace and cherish that pressure': Briggs relishing home WRWC

Ireland captain Niamh Briggs is fit again and ready to lead her side next month.

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Jul 24th 2017, 5:43 PM

# squad goals

Adaptability key for Tierney in selecting the best women for the job

The uncapped Nicole Cronin represents a considerable amount of Sevens blood running through the squad of 28.

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Jul 24th 2017, 1:14 PM

# WRWC 17

Captain Briggs proud of Ireland's mental strength as she leads drive for home World Cup

‘We won games we had no right to win. And sometimes you need that stomach, that grit.’

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Jul 23rd 2017, 10:00 PM

# stamp of approval

One for the collection! Ireland captain Briggs immortalised with Rugby World Cup stamp

The special commemorative €1 stamp was unveiled ahead of Ireland’s hosting of the Women’s World Cup.

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Jul 13th 2017, 1:28 PM

# Back in business

'You go from really excited to be leading a World Cup at home to not knowing if you’ll play again'

Ireland captain Niamh Briggs is nearing her full return following a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

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May 27th 2017, 7:45 AM

# Bad news

Hammer blow for Ireland as captain Briggs ruled out of Six Nations

The fullback has been sidelined with a hamstring problem.

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Feb 16th 2017, 6:25 PM