# Skills

Last year

2022

# Analysis

Furlong's stunning pass and Beirne's sleight of hand show point of difference

The multi-skilled Ireland forwards picked up where they left off in November.

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Feb 6th 2022, 9:02 PM

# offloads

'They back us to use our skills, I think that's very apparent'

Gavin Coombes is an effective offloader of the ball, as we saw against Ulster last weekend.

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Jan 13th 2022, 9:00 AM

All time

# The42 Reads

Why Ireland's Tadhg Furlong is the best tighthead prop in the world

The Wexford man finished a strong 2021 with outstanding performances for Ireland in November.

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Dec 26th 2021, 8:00 AM

# Analysis

Ireland's attack flourishes as it becomes less reliant on Johnny Sexton

With ball-playing forwards and new playmakers in the backline, Ireland are more unpredictable.

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Nov 14th 2021, 5:12 PM

Voices

Opinion: The future of Ireland's economy depends on the digital education of our children

Gavin Molloy of Olus Education says the schools’ curriculum needs to keep up to prepare for the careers of tomorrow.

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Oct 21st 2021, 7:00 PM

# Fitness

Playmaking 12 Frawley 'developing nicely' as he gets set for Leinster return

The 23-year-old Skerries man has had a frustrating time with injury.

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Mar 16th 2021, 6:30 AM

# wide role

O'Mahony enjoying chances to show 'the skills and the football' for Ireland

The Munster man is often tasked with holding width in Ireland’s attacking shape.

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Feb 3rd 2021, 3:31 PM

# playmaker

'I'd be really hungry to get back in the squad and be starting for Ireland'

28-year-old Jack Carty is determined to add to his 10 Ireland caps.

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Dec 17th 2020, 6:30 AM

# Stepper

Hot-stepping Lyttle honing in on rounding out his skillset with Ulster

‘I’m not the biggest so I have to avoid people some way.’

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Nov 28th 2020, 7:30 AM

# openside

'We don't just see him as a chop tackler' - Ireland back Connors' attacking skills

Attack coach Mike Catt also believes newcomer Hugo Keenan has “a huge future.”

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Oct 23rd 2020, 1:13 PM

# Analysis

McFarland's Ulster keep the faith in collective speed and ball-handling skill

The northern province stuck to their philosophy as they mounted a dramatic comeback last night.

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Sep 6th 2020, 2:30 PM

# Skills

Analysis: Connacht's attack suggests 2020/21 could be a very exciting season

The western province delivered an impressive performance as Irish rugby restarted.

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Aug 26th 2020, 7:44 PM

# classic

When brilliant assists from Mafi and ROG helped Munster to beat Leinster

The 2011 Magners League final in Thomond Park was a thrilling affair.

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May 2nd 2020, 3:04 PM

# Basic Skills

Half of primary school students unable to kick a ball properly, study finds

Half of children studied were found to be unable to kick a ball properly.

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Jan 27th 2020, 8:51 AM

# Handling

Cooney's try the latest example of the Ulster forwards' ever-improving skills

Dan Soper, formerly an AIL coach with Ballynahinch and Banbridge, is having a big impact.

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Jan 16th 2020, 9:00 AM

# Skills

'I'm probably the last guy to try and offload' - Stander embracing Munster attack

The number eight says Stephen Larkham has been giving the players confidence to play.

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Dec 6th 2019, 5:00 AM

# Skills

Larkham enthusiastic about Munster's attack progress as Racing come to town

The Australian has made a positive impact since joining during the summer.

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Nov 23rd 2019, 9:00 AM

# Skills

'I wasn't happy with how my lungs were burning' - Healy motivated for Samoa

The 32-year-old loosehead is enjoying his time in Japan with Ireland.

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Oct 7th 2019, 6:30 AM

# Second five Eighth

'Rory is just amazing' - Larkham impressed with Scannell's skills

Johann van Graan name-checked some of the promising young players in the province.

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Aug 30th 2019, 1:09 PM

# Coaching

'The role of that U10s coach is just as important as Leo Cullen's role'

IRFU head of coach development, Matthew Wilkie, told The42 about his work around the country.

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Aug 10th 2019, 7:30 AM

# Jouez

'My fear is that with talented players, if you over-coach them, you'll kill the instinct'

Nigel Osborne runs the skills-based Rugby and French camps every summer near Biarritz.

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May 26th 2019, 11:30 AM

# Skills

Sean O'Shea proves sideline score was no fluke with latest effort against Monaghan

The Kerry footballer scored 0-8 during the Kingdom’s win this afternoon.

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Mar 3rd 2019, 9:44 PM

# Hurt

Analysis: Outstanding Caplice and Lyons lead the way for Ireland Women

The tighthead prop and blindside flanker were superb in the win over Scotland.

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Feb 12th 2019, 1:27 PM

# Turned Over

Analysis: Joe Schmidt's Ireland beat the All Blacks at their own game

The Ireland forwards showed off their handling skills to go along with the physicality.

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Nov 19th 2018, 5:55 PM

# jvdf

Fit and firing Josh van der Flier looking to play 'old-school seven role'

The 25-year-old has returned from a long-term ACL injury in impressive fashion.

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Oct 31st 2018, 7:00 PM

# Skills

'I don't think there's many front rowers who could do that in the world'

Tadhg Furlong’s involvement in the build-up to Luke McGrath’s second try for Leinster was impressive.

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Oct 14th 2018, 8:43 AM

# Skills

Watch: Simon Zebo produces moment of magic in last Munster appearance at Thomond Park

Zebo put on a nice exhibition of skill in front of the home fans.

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May 5th 2018, 4:56 PM

# Interview

'Always being the little kid, you have to try and find a way not to get hit too hard’

Instinct, intelligence, analysis: What makes Joey Carbery the player he is?

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Apr 7th 2018, 9:00 AM

# totemic

Toner back up Schmidt's pecking order thanks to his 'particular set of skills'

The stalwart of Ireland’s second row echoed Bryan Mills as he prepares to get to grips with Scotland.

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Mar 9th 2018, 8:02 AM

# another string

CJ Stander pushes passing skills as opposition analyse his ball-carrying

The number eight says Munster boss Johann van Graan has helped him to develop.

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Feb 20th 2018, 6:25 PM

# house of cards

Would you like to work in Leinster House? A new apprenticeship programme could be on the way

Apprenticeships could be offered in parliamentary affairs, public administration and political communications.

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Jul 8th 2017, 6:00 AM

# Skills

Rugby nause Sinckler and Furlong are the new breed of Lions props

The 24-year-old England international is something of a Lions speech expert.

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Jun 1st 2017, 10:15 PM

# Skills

A garda and a nun playing a game of keepie-uppies is the most Limerick thing to ever happen

We’ve seen it all now.

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Jun 1st 2017, 10:10 AM

# live a better life

Live A Better Life: 6 things you need to know about using your phone less

Want to use your phone less? We found out how.

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May 12th 2017, 12:50 PM

# hard knock life

The 4 major life skills to learn by the time you are 18

A former Ivy League admissions interviewer says that these help students to thrive.

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Jan 3rd 2017, 6:00 PM

# know how

Ex-Leinster skills coach 'Mick the Kick' back in ancestral home with Wallabies

The former Australia Rules player has major experience in rugby coaching.

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Nov 24th 2016, 7:15 AM

# facing history

Munster cult hero 'Dutchy' Holland pushing the Hurricanes to new heights

The 44-year-old helped the Wellington-based side to the 2016 Super Rugby title.

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Oct 28th 2016, 2:41 PM

# factcheck

FactCheck: Does Ireland really have the "highest education" in Europe?

Junior Minister Eoghan Murphy made an effort to impress international viewers on CNBC this week. But did he over-state the case?

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Sep 25th 2016, 9:30 PM

# Change generation

Bored and broke? Here are some free things to do this weekend

Bored and out of money? We’ve got some suggestions for free things to do.

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Sep 23rd 2016, 11:00 AM

Voices

Should students chase jobs when applying for college courses?

Betty McLaughlin from the Institute of Guidance Counsellors says that there is more to college than preparing for a job.

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Aug 23rd 2016, 6:00 PM