Johnston kicks 17 points as Ulster A notch impressive win over Leinster
Aaron Sexton scored two tries from fullback, while captain David McCann was superb for Ulster.
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Aaron Sexton scored two tries from fullback, while captain David McCann was superb for Ulster.
The likes of Jordan Duggan, Jack Aungier, Sean Masterson, and Cian Prendergast took their chances.
The academy out-halves could be set for opportunities after Ben Healy’s injury.
There had been clamour for 21-year-old halfbacks Craig Casey and Harry Byrne to be included.
Many of Noel McNamara’s young squad are already making progress with their provinces.
Meanwhile, the ‘eye-opening’ Stephen Larkham is making a big impact on the squad.
Hoskins Sotutu, Caleb Clarke, Marino Mikaele Tu’u, Will Jordan and Cullen Grace have looked good.
The western province have brought eight new players on board.
Scott Buckley and Alex Kendellen have also been signed up.
The 22-year-old centre has been excellent for Cork Con.
22-year-old Conor Fitzgerald is another youngster impressing for Andy Friend’s side.
There’s a strong Connacht contingent included in Peter Smyth’s 26-man group.
Noel McNamara’s side are two wins from two in the Six Nations so far.
Nathan Doak, son of former Ulster coach Neil, was influential again in UL.
The northern province have brought six youngsters into Year 1 of their academy programme.
Eoghan Barrett and Ben Roche are heading to France to pursue professional rugby careers.
Hooker Ronan Kelleher and scrum-half Jonny Stewart have returned to the starting XV.
Noel McNamara’s squad includes 11 players previously capped at this level.
A number of talented fringe Dublin players will be hoping to impress Jim Gavin in the O’Byrne Cup tonight.
Head coach Kieran Campbell has included some highly-promising players.
Tommy O’Brien and Caelan Doris also showed their great promise.
Rob Lyttle and Jacob Stockdale are in impressive form early this season.
Cathal Marsh, Ross Byrne and Joey Carbery are competing for the 10 shirt.
The IRFU performance director feels earlier intervention can produce better professionals.
Keep an eye on this trio as the UK-based promotion makes its return in London.
Two Ireland U18 squads will take part in the 5 Nations and Tri Nations Festivals.
Cillian Gallagher, Adam McBurney and Andrew Porter were impressive.
Will Connors, Conor O’Brien and James Ryan were all excellent in Donnybrook.
Captain James Ryan was excellent for Nigel Carolan’s men.
Nigel Carolan’s men will be frustrated by the manner in which they conceded scores.
The latest U20 squad has several promising forwards.
Leinster lock James Ryan will captain a squad that includes some big forwards.
The likes of Ultan Dillane, Josh van der Flier and Garry Ringrose are all exciting prospects.
The biggest match-up in college sports takes place this evening.
‘We want players fighting for their place,’ says head coach Leo Cullen.
What’s next in line for the Ireland head coach?
Leinster underage products Conor Oliver and JP Phelan will make the move south.
The Irish side face two tough fixtures against England and France early next month.
Stephen Fitzgerald was the pick of the Ireland team on a disappointing evening.
There were a host of excellent performances at the RDS as Roscrea beat Belvedere.