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# WRWC

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# the making of
Wimbledon-style tickets, single purpose stands and transforming UCD from campus to World Cup
Tournament director Garrett Tubridy is ready to host A tournament small on scale, but overflowing with international flavour.
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Jul 25th 2017, 3:00 PM
# bring it
'It focuses the mind, there’s no easy lead-in': Ireland relishing defining World Cup opener against Australia
Captain Niamh Briggs is leading a ‘no excuses’ attitude as Ireland embrace the challenges ahead.
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Jul 25th 2017, 7:00 AM
# bring it
'We have to embrace and cherish that pressure': Briggs relishing home WRWC
Ireland captain Niamh Briggs is fit again and ready to lead her side next month.
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Jul 24th 2017, 5:43 PM
# squad goals
Adaptability key for Tierney in selecting the best women for the job
The uncapped Nicole Cronin represents a considerable amount of Sevens blood running through the squad of 28.
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Jul 24th 2017, 1:14 PM
# 28-strong
Injury returnees and one uncapped player in Ireland squad for home World Cup
This is the squad carrying Ireland’s hopes in next month’s home tournament.
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Jul 24th 2017, 11:28 AM
# 28-strong
World Cup squad on the board leaves nervous wait behind Ireland's elite women, but tough tasks all ahead
Ashleigh Baxter has had to adapt her game since starring in the 2014 World Cup.
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Jul 23rd 2017, 10:45 AM
# ireland 2017
'It will be absolutely huge for sport here' - The legacy of the Women's Rugby World Cup
Elaine Buckley of the Fair Game podcast spoke to The42 this week.
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Jul 22nd 2017, 8:30 AM
# last last chance saloon
WRWC to run ticket exchange, so don't give up hope of seeing Ireland's pool matches just yet
Proceeds from the ‘Wimbledon style’ re-sales will go to the IRFU Charitable Trust.
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Jul 19th 2017, 2:47 PM
# ireland 2017
Black Ferns and Ireland's pool rivals Australia have named their WRWC squads
World champions England have also unveiled a massively experienced side for next month’s tournament on these shores.
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Jul 5th 2017, 10:35 AM
# bring the noise
Ireland's World Cup pool games sell out six weeks in advance
All 16,000 tickets for the games against Australia, Japan and France have been snapped up.
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Jun 29th 2017, 11:34 AM
# WRWC
Time is everything as Ireland's World Cup countdown gathers pace
Maz Reilly tells us what it takes to get the Ireland engine room up and running.
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Jun 25th 2017, 1:02 PM
# Tickets there
Extra capacity added after 'unprecedented demand' for Women's Rugby World Cup tickets
The UCD Bowl will have an increased capacity for the poll stages.
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Jun 12th 2017, 12:15 PM
# Back in business
'You go from really excited to be leading a World Cup at home to not knowing if you’ll play again'
Ireland captain Niamh Briggs is nearing her full return following a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
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May 27th 2017, 7:45 AM
# On Home Soil
Teenage out-half Higgins included in extended Ireland World Cup squad
Tom Tierney has named a 48-woman group to prepare for the home tournament.
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May 2nd 2017, 3:41 PM
# ireland 2017
Ireland to face France and Australia in Women's Rugby World Cup pool
Tom Tierney’s side have a tough task ahead of them next August.
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Nov 9th 2016, 11:19 AM
# green light for 2017
Ireland will host the Women's Rugby World Cup in 2017
The IRFU revealed their bid for the international tournament to be successful in Dublin this afternoon.
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May 13th 2015, 3:04 PM
# Home Soil
Ireland has bid to host the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup
The campaign involves locations in both Dublin and Belfast.
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Mar 2nd 2015, 12:43 PM
# Oral History
The unforgettable day Ireland beat New Zealand at the World Cup
Fiona Coghlan and Lynne Cantwell look back on a superb afternoon for Irish rugby.
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Dec 27th 2014, 12:00 PM
# coygig
Ireland have automatically qualified for the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup
Changes to the qualifying process announced by World Rugby mean good news for Tom Tierney’s side.
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Dec 18th 2014, 7:19 PM
# European Rugby
Opinion: Now is the time to start organising a women's 'Heineken Cup'
Six countries, 12 teams, three pools: let’s get it on!
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Aug 20th 2014, 11:26 AM
# going pro
Ambitious McWilliams pursues American Dream of coaching with Yale
The young Irish coach is heading for the States after four years with Ireland Women.
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Aug 19th 2014, 8:52 AM
# Growth
Fitzpatrick feels underage structures are key to ensuring Irish progress
The St. Mary’s back row was a standout performer for Ireland at the World Cup.
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Aug 18th 2014, 6:14 PM
# dream team
Three Irish players in the IRB team of the Women's Rugby World Cup
Player of the tournament nominee Niamh Briggs was named a fullbck.
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Aug 18th 2014, 5:53 PM
# On the up
IRB promise to do 'everything' possible to continue growth of women's rugby
Meanwhile, Canada’s Magali Harvey edged out Niamh Briggs to be named world player of the year.
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Aug 18th 2014, 4:50 PM
# Inspirational
28 pictures to chart Ireland's brilliant journey to 4th in the Women's Rugby World Cup
Ireland Women, we can only thank you.
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Aug 18th 2014, 10:23 AM
# central role
Murphy a key part of the future as Ireland look for new leaders
The 25-year-old inside centre is likely to be an important part of the Ireland team for years to come.
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Aug 18th 2014, 8:00 AM
# winners
Scarratt class drives England to World Cup final success over Canada
The Lichfield centre scored 16 of the English points in a 21-9 victory at Stade Jean-Bouin.
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Aug 17th 2014, 7:44 PM
# Unbowed
Doyle buoyed by Irish resilience in face of formidable French size
The retiring head coach rated his side’s performances at this World Cup as positive overall.
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Aug 17th 2014, 7:08 PM
# Legend
Ireland captain Coghlan retires on losing note but with immense pride
The 33-year-old prop has played her last game for her country, finishing on 85 caps.
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Aug 17th 2014, 6:13 PM
# Physicality
Ireland squeezed out by French power in World Cup third place play-off
Despite tries for Niamh Briggs and Grace Davitt, Ireland were out-muscled by les Bleues in Paris.
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Aug 17th 2014, 5:20 PM
# goose
Doyle steps away hoping to see IRFU drive women's rugby forward
The Ireland head coach has brought about major improvements since first taking the job in 2003.
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Aug 17th 2014, 9:19 AM
# last leg
'You feel like you’ve let everyone down' - Ireland out to finish on a high
Philip Doyle’s side face France for third place at the World Cup in Paris this afternoon.
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Aug 17th 2014, 7:30 AM
# TNT
'I love defence, I love tackling' - Ireland hooker Bourke suited to French test
The UL Bohemians and Munster front row works as a performance analyst when she’s not playing.
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Aug 16th 2014, 3:52 PM
# WRWC
A day in the life: Behind the scenes in Ireland's World Cup camp
TheScore.ie tagged along with Philip Doyle’s squad as they prepare to face France for third place.
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Aug 16th 2014, 3:00 PM
# Third Place
Jenny Murphy starts as Ireland make two changes ahead of France clash
Philip Doyle and his coaching team have made two changes ahead of Ireland’s closing World Cup fixture.
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Aug 16th 2014, 11:39 AM
# WRWC
Women's rugby makes major progress and Ireland have played their part
The quality of play in this tournament has drawn in new fans to the sport.
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Aug 14th 2014, 12:26 PM
# Tackles
Defensive disappointment hurts most for Ireland after World Cup defeat
England thrived as Ireland’s ‘passive’ defence gave up metres all evening.
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Aug 14th 2014, 8:30 AM
# Growth
Ireland hopeful that World Cup journey has inspired female players
Their campaign came to a bitter end in Stade Jean Bouin, but Ireland have made a positive impact overall.
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Aug 14th 2014, 8:00 AM
# Consolation
Ireland to face hosts France for third place at Women's Rugby World Cup
Les Bleues were narrowly beaten by Canada in a thrilling second semi-final at Stade Jean-Bouin.
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Aug 13th 2014, 9:38 PM
# Disappointment
'It was a complete lack of performance from our side' - Ireland coach Doyle
Ireland’s passive defence was of particular annoyance to players and coaches alike.
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Aug 13th 2014, 8:02 PM
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