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# Philosophy

'I'd always looked at Leinster as being the role model' - Gregor Townsend

The Glasgow Warriors coach tells TheScore.ie about his coaching journey ahead of his side’s clash with Munster.

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May 15th 2014, 8:00 AM

# Interview

'He's almost got eyes on the back of his head' - Schmidt pushing Bowe to next level

The Ulster wing has hit the 30 mark, but insists there is always scope for improvement amidst the competition out wide.

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Apr 14th 2014, 12:08 PM

# long read

'Super-human' Ruan Pienaar targets second Heineken Cup final in three seasons

Former Ulster teammate Adam D’Arcy caught up with the South African ahead of this weekend’s Heineken Cup clash with Saracens.

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Apr 4th 2014, 4:50 PM

# good reads

A deadly own goal, doping at the World Cup and choke tackles; the week's best sportswriting

There are also pieces on Six Nations ball carrying stats, El Clásico and the kind-hearted Hartlepool manager.

4.9k

Mar 30th 2014, 8:30 AM

# Interview

Foley: 'If you don't have the core skills, there's no point in having an overall philosophy'

The Munster head coach-to-be discusses his coaching beliefs and the challenges that await.

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Mar 6th 2014, 7:30 AM

# Sportswriting

The tale of Jean-Pierre Adams and disproving your own beliefs; this week’s best sportswriting

This week’s most enjoyable reads include an examination of the state of UFC and Jonathan Wilson’s Sunderland-based concerns.

4.9k

Mar 2nd 2014, 8:30 AM

# Looking Back

To those who would call me a thug or worse: Some of the week's best sportswriting

Grab a coffee, relax and enjoy the best sports journalism on the web.

3.8k

Feb 2nd 2014, 8:30 AM

# long read

'Whether people believe it or not, professional rugby is a tough, tough sport'

We spoke to Munster Academy Manager Peter Malone about what goes into producing a professional player.

8.7k

Jan 12th 2014, 9:30 AM

# high Performance

‘Successful teams have a consistency of thought’ – George Gregan

The Australian World Cup winner provides some insight into how coaches set the standards for their players.

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Dec 21st 2013, 8:15 AM

# long read

Interview: The 21-year-old Irish author who's written a book on Jose Mourinho

Galway native Ciaran Kelly speaks about his book on one of the world’s most famous sports personalities.

3.7k

Dec 15th 2013, 7:00 AM

# Interview

Graham Hunter on the greatest achievement in the history of international football and why England can dominate one day

We spoke to the Spanish-based Scottish journalist about his new book.

5.4k

Nov 24th 2013, 10:15 AM

# long read

Alan McLoughlin on the goal that sealed Ireland's World Cup place, 20 years ago today

It was a tense night at Windsor Park but Jack Chalton’s Boys in Green got out of Belfast with the point they needed on a dramatic night.

5.3k

Nov 17th 2013, 8:27 AM

# Interview

Jim McGuinness dreaming of Donegal dynasty

The All Ireland winning manager takes his satisfaction from helping players make the most of their time in the Donegal shirt.

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Jun 30th 2013, 11:06 AM

# sporting highlights

I was there: Leinster's heartbreaking RaboDirect Pro12 final defeat

Gather round, for a tale of sunshine, scrums and Shane.

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Dec 26th 2012, 12:04 PM