Realizations and reactions. They were the two themes of our columns in 2016. Some opinion pieces sprung to mind and created themselves through a sense of realization. The other two that made this list, well both simply had to be written, and written a lot sooner than we would have ever thought. These are … More Top Five Munster Haka Columns Of 2016
Half time and it’s 25-8 to Ireland. That familiar vibe of optimism was felt in the local pub’s atmosphere. Many were getting ready for history to be made. “I think we’re going to do it” was overheard, likewise however was, “it’s going to be 2013 all over again.” I was inclined to agree with the … More AT LAST: Ireland Vs New Zealand Thoughts And Reaction
Is there any feeling as good as hearing the strains of Toreador Song echoing around the fortress of Thomond Park on match day? Stan’ up an’ fight until you hear de bell, Stan’ toe to toe, trade blow fer blow. What victories Munster have tasted in these past years, but recently victory seem to … More David Madden Column: The Future of Munster Rugby
Thomond Park on a cold winter’s night in 2004. Harlequins v Munster in a Heineken Cup Pool game. The rain is coming in sideways and so cold I spotted one man pour tea on his feet at half time. We forever expected glamour games in those days as the Munster pot simmered away just waiting … More Keith Donovan Column: A Solution To Munster’s Problems
I write this with adrenaline and excitement coursing through my veins. I’ve just witnessed a spectacle full of courage, drama and composure from the Irish twenty three man squad. This has to be one of the most dramatic and action packed games of rugby the Irish team has been involved in and to come out … More Admin Max Column: Ireland V France in Review
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