Gold Cup-winning jockey Cooper retires from the saddle
Cheltenham Gold Cup-winning rider Bryan Cooper has announced his retirement from the saddle with immediate effect.
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URC team news: Mike Haley and Dave Kilcoyne back for Munster, Connacht make five changes, Duane Vermeulen captains Ulster
Ireland internationals Mike Haley and Dave Kilcoyne are among three Munster changes for Saturday's BKT United Rugby Championship showdown against Glasgow Warriors at Thomond Park (5.15pm, live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player).
Will Smallbone eager to test himself against France after impressive Ireland bow
Will Smallbone is desperate to test himself against the might of France just days after making his senior Republic of Ireland debut.
Thomas’ leadership, freshmen arrivals already improve Notre Dame’s receivers room
As much criticism as Drew Pyne and Tommy Rees received for Notre Dame’s ground-bound offense last season, much of that approach was due to a reality beyond their control. The former Irish quarterback and offensive coordinator could not run the routes or catch the passes.
Bok duo Arendse, Moodie start for Bulls at Jake White rings changes for Ulster battle
Springbok duo Kurt-Lee Arendse and Canan Moodie feature the Bulls starting line-up for Saturday's URC clash against Irish side Ulster in Belfast.
Crisis-hit Donegal hopeful Lacey will reconsider position
Donegal GAA say they have agreed on "a pathway forward" for their crisis-hit academy and are hopeful former Head of Academy Development Karl Lacey will return to his position.
Kilkenny's dead-eye Billy Drennan in demand at all levels
Billy Drennan has already made a big impact in his first senior season with Kilkenny.