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# Ireland Women

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'I just screamed. I couldn't cope. It was a build-up of four years': Megan Connolly on a remarkable US triumph
The Republic of Ireland international discusses an incredible finale to her time in Florida and starting the next chapter.
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Dec 16th 2018, 8:00 PM
Spirited Ireland test England but run out of steam at Twickenham
Adam Griggs’ side scored three tries but suffered a 37-15 defeat in their second November international.
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Nov 24th 2018, 7:48 PM
Ireland's fixtures for 2019 U20 and Women's Six Nations announced
Both teams will get their campaigns underway on home soil next February.
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Nov 2nd 2018, 2:36 PM
Ireland women defeat Fiji in final World Rugby 7s group game
France and Canada enjoyed victories over the Irish earlier today.
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Oct 20th 2018, 10:31 PM
Ireland flanker Molloy jumps at chance to join Premiership side Wasps
The 30-year-old joins Ireland team-mate Cliodhna Moloney at the English club.
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Sep 3rd 2018, 4:36 PM
Eddy 'surprised' IRFU's decision to turn down Australia tour invite 'became an issue'
The IRFU’s strategic review on the women’s game is still in progress, but is due to be completed before the end of the summer.
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Jul 12th 2018, 3:34 PM
Ireland head coach Griggs makes three changes for England clash
Louise Galvin, Nicole Cronin and Ashleigh Baxter all come into the XV.
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Mar 15th 2018, 12:55 PM
'I don't think we turned up': One step forward, two steps back for sloppy Ireland
Adam Griggs says his side didn’t start playing until the final minutes against Scotland, by which stage it was too late to rescue the game.
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Mar 12th 2018, 6:30 AM
Error-strewn Ireland pay the penalty as Scotland end Triple Crown hopes
Adam Griggs’ side were unable to build on the recent wins over Italy and Wales at Donnybrook this afternoon.
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Mar 11th 2018, 3:20 PM
Griggs makes two changes for Scotland as Ireland seek third straight win
Ireland women continue their Six Nations campaign at Donnybrook on Sunday.
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Mar 7th 2018, 1:20 PM
'The players are starting to buy into it': New-look Ireland turn a corner under Kiwi Griggs
Two wins from three in this year’s Six Nations, Ireland are building confidence and momentum with each game.
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Feb 26th 2018, 6:45 AM
'Some of the drugs seemed to be making no difference. It was as bad a break as I've seen'
Alison Miller’s horrific injury took the gloss off Ireland’s win over Italy last weekend.
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Feb 16th 2018, 5:14 PM
Munster's Ciara Griffin appointed new Ireland captain
The flanker has 17 caps to her name and is described as a ‘natural leader.’
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Jan 15th 2018, 1:07 PM
'I love playing for Ireland but you have to really want to be there. I had no motivation to go again'
A draining World Cup experience has taken its toll as Jenny Murphy explains her decision to take a break from rugby.
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Jan 12th 2018, 7:52 AM
'It's nice to give something back': Ross joins Ireland coaching team for Women's Six Nations
The former Ireland and Leinster prop hopes to impart some of his vast knowledge and experience on the squad.
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Jan 8th 2018, 5:07 PM
Leinster's Adam Griggs named as new Ireland Women's XV head coach
New Zealander takes charge until the end of the 2018 Six Nations.
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Nov 10th 2017, 1:50 PM
Scrum-half Cronin handed debut as Ireland make 7 changes for Japan
Tom Tierney has rested some of his big names.
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Aug 12th 2017, 2:06 PM
The Rugby Show: Lynne Cantwell breaks down Ireland's nail-biting start to the Rugby World Cup
The former Ireland international joins Gavan Casey to break down Ireland’s 19-17 win against Australia.
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Aug 10th 2017, 7:58 PM
How a lack of English camogie clubs led Fiona Steed to play in 3 Rugby World Cups
The 62-times capped Ireland international chats to The42 about her rugby career.
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Aug 6th 2017, 10:00 AM
Ireland mount late comeback to beat World Cup opponents Japan at UCD
It was a valuable exercise for Tom Tierney’s side at the start of a six-day training camp.
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Jun 4th 2017, 1:46 PM
Ireland recover from 14 point deficit to defeat Fiji in Canada 7s opener
Ireland enjoyed a 19-14 win with three late tries.
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May 27th 2017, 7:57 PM
'They are the dirt off the FAI's shoe': Women's national team demand improved treatment
14 members of the squad were present at a press conference this morning as they outlined the conditions they play under.
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Apr 4th 2017, 1:23 PM
Ireland come up short but reasons to be positive for home Women's World Cup
England remain the standard setters, but Tom Tierney’s side have plenty to build on.
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Mar 17th 2017, 10:14 PM
'It's a cup final, it's winner takes all': Ireland primed for Grand Slam decider against England
Nora Stapleton says ‘it’s about time we get the buzz back’ as Ireland look forward to their biggest game of the Six Nations.
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Mar 16th 2017, 6:30 AM
'Vegas 3' return as Ireland head to Wales with Grand Slam dream still alive
Alison Miller, Sene Naoupu and Hannah Tyrrell all return for Saturday’s game.
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Mar 8th 2017, 4:15 PM
'She'll always be with us': Tragic death of 20-year-old gives Wales a mission against Ireland
Talented back Elli Norkett was involved in a fatal car crash in south Wales last weekend.
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Mar 3rd 2017, 12:08 PM
'If you really want to support us, please come down to Donnybrook and put your arse on a seat'
Lindsay Peat has urged supporters to put the developments of the last week to one side and get behind the team for today’s crucial Six Nations game.
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Feb 26th 2017, 8:30 AM
Tierney continues to ring the changes as Ireland team named for France while trio confirmed in 7s squad
As expected, Sene Naoupu, Alison Miller and Hannah Tyrrell have all switched from the Six Nations squad to the sevens.
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Feb 23rd 2017, 3:59 PM
Kicked to touch? An open letter from frustrated supporters of women's rugby in Ireland
Frustrating inconsistency is hampering Ireland ahead of home Rugby World Cup.
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Feb 23rd 2017, 1:03 PM
IRFU to pull three key Ireland players from Six Nations to go on 7s duty
Tom Tierney’s side are set to lose Sene Naoupu, Alison Miller and Hannah Tyrrell.
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Feb 21st 2017, 6:04 PM
The last play of Ireland Women v Italy was one of the moments of the weekend
Some very quick thinking earned Ireland their fourth try against Italy.
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Feb 13th 2017, 2:00 PM
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
Niamh Briggs out of Ireland's Six Nations opener against Scotland
Tom Tierney has named his XV for Friday’s game.
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Jan 31st 2017, 11:17 AM
Tickets for this year's Women's Rugby World Cup in Ireland go on sale tomorrow
And the hosts will meet Australia on day one as the pool schedule is confirmed.
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Jan 8th 2017, 3:31 PM
Schmidt watches on as clinical Black Ferns have too much class for Ireland
Ireland couldn’t cope with the searing counter attack of the Kiwi visitors.
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Nov 27th 2016, 3:59 PM
Stephanie Roche on target as Ireland women give Sue Ronan the perfect send-off
Ireland recorded a 2-1 victory over the Basque Country at Tallaght Stadium today.
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Nov 26th 2016, 6:35 PM
Video analysis: Ireland's expansive ideas excite at start of World Cup year
Tom Tierney’s side were ambitious with their use of the ball against England last weekend.
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Nov 17th 2016, 8:19 AM
Impressive new caps the positives from Ireland's opening November Test
Nicole Fowley, Leah Lyons and Chloe Pearse all impressed on their international bows.
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Nov 13th 2016, 8:54 PM
Ireland narrowly lose out to world champions England in first November Test
Nora Stapleton scored all of Ireland’s points in a 12-10 defeat at the UCD Bowl.
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Nov 13th 2016, 4:59 PM
A disappointing Euro campaign comes to end for Ireland as Portuguese conjure crucial win
The 1-0 defeat meant Sue Ronan’s side finished fourth in Group 2 as the guests sneaked a play-off spot.
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Sep 20th 2016, 8:35 PM
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