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# Sophie Spence

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New Role
Ex-Ireland star Spence joins Wales women's coaching staff
The former back-row has been appointed coach intern ahead of next year’s Rugby World Cup.
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Dec 9th 2020, 11:33 AM
Irish Rugby
Spence finds green pastures in coaching after sour end to international career
Having thrived in the engine room with Ireland, Spence is coaching with Penclawdd men’s team in Wales.
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Jul 2nd 2019, 10:35 PM
next chapter
Former Irish Grand Slam winner lands coaching role with newly-promoted Welsh outfit
Sophie Spence has been appointed the forwards coach with Penclawdd RFC.
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May 3rd 2019, 7:26 PM
disappointing
'A massive opportunity missed' - IRFU turn down offer of women's Test series in Australia
Former Ireland international Sophie Spence has spoken out on the decision.
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Jun 7th 2018, 5:04 PM
Game Over
'You don't expect that call. I just said 'thank you' as it's very difficult to process it on the phone'
A month has passed since Sophie Spence’s international retirement was fast-tracked by a phone call from new Ireland head coach Adam Griggs. She has regrets over the way it ended, but is now looking to move on and focus on the next chapter.
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Jan 30th 2018, 7:51 AM
lock out
Sophie Spence announces retirement from international rugby after omission from Six Nations squad
‘I had hoped to finish my career after playing in one last Six Nations, but it is not to be.’
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Dec 22nd 2017, 1:34 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
Opinion
Improvements and another deep dig, but nowhere near enough to cope with ferocious French
Ireland ended the match, and their World Cup chase, lamented another opening half in which they were second best.
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Aug 17th 2017, 11:48 PM
turn the air bleu
Ireland miss out on World Cup semis as France overpower hosts in UCD
Tom Tierney’s side were 21 points down at the break, and had to wait until the last play of the game to register their first score.
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Aug 17th 2017, 9:41 PM
Tick tock
Sophie Spence eagerly, nervelessly embracing countdown to World Cup
Bring it.
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Aug 2nd 2017, 7:00 PM
Interview
'I left my job and my home. I dropped everything to move over here but it's a risk that has paid off'
Ireland second row Sophie Spence talks to The42 about her late introduction to rugby, decision to move over to Dublin and inspiring the next generation.
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Apr 30th 2017, 8:55 AM
Table Toppers
Ireland lead the Six Nations after their great escape in Scotland
Jenny Murphy’s return was among the positives in a poor performance from Tom Tierney’s side.
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Feb 6th 2017, 7:00 AM
On Home Soil
'We're training to be world champions' - Ireland lock Spence
The Old Belvedere clubwoman would love the opportunity to turn professional.
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Sep 20th 2016, 3:00 PM
Role Model
'People coming up to you in the street is nice reward for all the hard work'
Sophie Spence is enjoying the limelight but remains focused on bringing women’s rugby to a new level.
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Mar 22nd 2016, 1:00 PM
Talent
The future's bright: 7 Irish sports stars who made 2015 their own
It was a very special year for these athletes.
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Dec 31st 2015, 12:00 PM
They're all winners...
Who do you want to win RTÉ Sports Person of the Year?
Should McIlroy retain his crown….have your say?
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Dec 19th 2015, 7:00 AM
Stepping Stone
'It's a huge thing for us and women's rugby' Spence hoping for more women's tests
The World Player of the Year nominee says Donnybrook move is huge for the game.
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Oct 9th 2015, 2:56 PM
Winner winner
Paul O'Connell picked up another award for the mantelpiece this evening
O’Connell and Sophie Spence were honoured by the Rugby Writers of Ireland.
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Aug 11th 2015, 9:00 PM
lock of flair
Every moment is really special and every bit of playing time is precious
With Ireland on the brink of another championship Sophie Spence is relishing every minute.
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Mar 21st 2015, 9:00 AM
Round-Up
Imperious Old Belvedere put Railway to the sword - Women’s AIL Division 1A round-up
Led by Nora Stapleton, Old Belvedere handed promoted Railway an emphatic first defeat.
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Nov 10th 2014, 4:30 PM
coygig
Spence in a good place as Ireland prepare for Kiwi test at World Cup
The 27-year-old lock explains how she became part of a hugely professional set up.
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Aug 4th 2014, 8:30 AM
In pics
Ireland Women hit the gym as they prepare for New Zealand clash
Strength and conditioning coach Marian Earls led the session at Marcoussis this morning.
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Aug 3rd 2014, 2:42 PM
game plan
Analysis: Ireland Women show tactical intelligence in victory over the US
There were positives to be taken from Friday’s win, but improvement will be needed ahead of the New Zealand clash.
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Aug 3rd 2014, 1:56 PM
BePartOfIt
VIDEO: Ireland Women call for support ahead of history-maker against Italy
This weekend’s Six Nations clash will be the first time a women’s international has been held at the Aviva Stadium.
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Mar 4th 2014, 12:00 PM
Sevens Heaven
Lightning strikes: Irish Sevens team shock French women to finish on a high
The ladies of Ireland came a cropper against Canada and Spain but defeated France (twice), Wales and the not-so-mighty Germans.
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May 21st 2012, 9:44 PM