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Dublin: 17 °C Thursday 20 June, 2013

Today’s News

From The Score O’Gara: I’m not going to France to be Jonny Sexton’s kicking coach Interview

O’Gara: I’m not going to France to be Jonny Sexton’s kicking coach

Ronan O’Gara talks retirement, his move to Racing Métro, working with Jonny Sexton and his ambitions for the future.

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From The Score O’Gara rejected ‘tasty’ French offers so that he could bow out at Munster ROG

O’Gara rejected ‘tasty’ French offers so that he could bow out at Munster

“It was always important for me just to play for one club for my whole career,” former Munster and Ireland out-half Ronan O’Gara said today.

Tuesday 18 June, 2013

From The Score What is the ‘Heart of the Game’ handbook — and how can it help Irish football? Explained

What is the ‘Heart of the Game’ handbook — and how can it help Irish football?

The new 68-page handbook was launched by Minister of State for Sport Michael Ring TD this afternoon.

From The Score 7 things you (probably) didn’t know about the man who decides the Premier League fixtures Computer Says No

7 things you (probably) didn’t know about the man who decides the Premier League fixtures

Before the 2013/14 fixtures are announced, the Premier League gives us a glimpse at the science behind the schedule.

From The Score Daryl Horgan’s contender for Airtricity League Goal of the Season Mazy This post contains videos

Daryl Horgan’s contender for Airtricity League Goal of the Season

The Cork winger channeled his inner Duffer in Turner’s Cross last Friday night.

From The Score Best pics: Lions hit a speedbump in Brumbies defeat Lions 2013 This post contains images

Best pics: Lions hit a speedbump in Brumbies defeat

It wasn’t a great morning for the tourists in Canberra. Next up: Australia.

From The Score The Chronicle are really nailing their Joe Kinnear coverage JFK

The Chronicle are really nailing their Joe Kinnear coverage

It’s safe to say that Big Joe doesn’t have too many friends on Tyneside.

From The Score Steven Reid signs new West Brom deal Transfer Window

Steven Reid signs new West Brom deal

“If he has better luck with injuries, Steven will have a big part to play here in the new season,” Baggies boss Steve Clarke said.

From The Score Breakfast with Lions: Waking up to the storm before the storm Lions 2013 This post contains videos

Breakfast with Lions: Waking up to the storm before the storm

Rory Best captains the Lions in their final warm-up ahead of Saturday’s first Test. Here’s what you need to know.

From The Score Poll: Would you prefer to see more weeknight games in the GAA? Friday Night Lights This post contains a poll

Poll: Would you prefer to see more weeknight games in the GAA?

Dr Cullen Park will host the first Friday night Championship match on 28 June — but would you like to see more games during the week?

From The Score Lions feeding on 2009 pain ahead of first Oz Test Mind Games

Lions feeding on 2009 pain ahead of first Oz Test

“There’s almost an arrogance running off them and they believe that they can win this series,” says Shane Williams.

Monday 17 June, 2013

From The Score Test foot forward: Wade can play himself into contention v Brumbies Wing And A Player

Test foot forward: Wade can play himself into contention v Brumbies

Shane Williams has urged young wing partner Christian Wade to take his chance against the Brumbies tomorrow morning.

From The Score Cookson ‘disturbed’ by Bergen dossier UCI Presidency

Cookson ‘disturbed’ by Bergen dossier

Brian Cookson says he has been assured that the document discussed by UCI management last week will be properly investigated.

From The Score Ireland’s James McGee beaten in Wimbledon qualifiers Wimbledon 2013

Ireland’s James McGee beaten in Wimbledon qualifiers

The Irish number one was beaten in straight sets by Paul Capdeville of Chile this afternoon.

From The Score Shane Williams: If I felt I wasn’t good enough, I would’ve told them where to stick it Lions 2013

Shane Williams: If I felt I wasn’t good enough, I would’ve told them where to stick it

Good news for Brad Barritt too — his boots made it to Australia.

Sunday 16 June, 2013

From The Score 2 tries for Keatley as Emerging Ireland finish runners-up at Tbilisi Cup Six Tries

2 tries for Keatley as Emerging Ireland finish runners-up at Tbilisi Cup

Allen Clarke’s men finished the tournament with a high-scoring win.

Saturday 15 June, 2013

From The Score 8 sporting gifts to avoid this Father’s Day You're Welcome

8 sporting gifts to avoid this Father’s Day

Most of this advice should go without saying but just in case you’re about to make a terrible mistake, read this first.

From The Score Breakfast with Lions: Cheika and chums ready as Seanie snuggles down Lions 2013 This post contains videos

Breakfast with Lions: Cheika and chums ready as Seanie snuggles down

Can Simon Zebo force his way into the Test team? It’s all up for grabs as the Lions take on the NSW Waratahs in Sydney this morning.

From The Score Horschel joins Mickelson to share overnight lead at US Open US Open 2013

Horschel joins Mickelson to share overnight lead at US Open

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods are still very much in contention, four shots off the lead after two days at Merion.

Friday 14 June, 2013

From The Score Airtricity League: Dundalk end Pat’s unbeaten run as Derry close the gap League Of Ireland

Airtricity League: Dundalk end Pat’s unbeaten run as Derry close the gap

Derry City move to within three points of the summit as John Sullivan’s goal condemns Pat’s to their first defeat since April.

From The Score 7 All-Ireland titles later, Juliet Murphy retires from football Retirement

7 All-Ireland titles later, Juliet Murphy retires from football

LGFA President Pat Quill saluted the Cork legend as “one of the best players ever to play the game.”

From The Score Carl Pettersson’s ball hit mid-swing — by a tee shot from another hole US Open 2013 This post contains videos
From The Score World’s fastest man Usain Bolt to visit Donegal next year Bolt

World’s fastest man Usain Bolt to visit Donegal next year

Irish manager Patsy McGonagle, who receives the Freedom of Donegal County today, says one of sport’s biggest names is heading to the hills next year.

From The Score ‘It needs a bit of lead’: Joe Canning’s verdict on the Happy Gilmore hurley putter Hurley Putter

‘It needs a bit of lead’: Joe Canning’s verdict on the Happy Gilmore hurley putter

We’re expecting to see this Frankenputter in Shane Lowry’s bag before the year is out.

From The Score Ó Sé reluctant to rush into Championship revamp Munster Matters

Ó Sé reluctant to rush into Championship revamp

Kerry’s Marc Ó Sé hopes to get plenty of homework done when Clare meet Cork in the Munster SFC semi-final this weekend.

From The Score 5 things to look out for in this weekend’s Airtricity League games League Of Ireland

5 things to look out for in this weekend’s Airtricity League games

With 10 domestic games down for decision over the weekend, we look at some of the League of Ireland’s key talking points.

From The Score Joe Canning on Kilkenny’s ‘slow’ start, switching between the lines, and Sunday’s semi-final Talk To Joe

Joe Canning on Kilkenny’s ‘slow’ start, switching between the lines, and Sunday’s semi-final

Galway’s star man talks us through the first weeks of the Championship summer and looks ahead to Sunday’s meeting with Laois.

From The Score ‘I’d like to give it a go’: Ciaran Kilkenny keeping his dual ambitions alive Dubs

‘I’d like to give it a go’: Ciaran Kilkenny keeping his dual ambitions alive

Ciaran Kilkenny wants to keep his options with the Dublin senior hurlers open.

Thursday 13 June, 2013

From The Score Bubba Watson and Rickie Fowler wait out US Open delay — by photobombing TV interviews US Open 2013 This post contains videos

Bubba Watson and Rickie Fowler wait out US Open delay — by photobombing TV interviews

It was a case of “nothing to do and all day to do it” earlier at Merion.

From The Score Liverpool reach deal to sign Iago Aspas Transfer Window

Liverpool reach deal to sign Iago Aspas

The Spanish striker will move to Anfield subject to documentation being completed.

From The Score 5 holes that will separate the best from the rest at the US Open Course Guide This post contains images

5 holes that will separate the best from the rest at the US Open

Merion Golf Club in Philadelphia is one of the world’s most famous courses and, as you’ll see this week, it has its fair share of challenges too.

Wednesday 12 June, 2013

From The Score Lazio fans held a mock funeral for rivals Roma last weekend Trolling This post contains videos

Lazio fans held a mock funeral for rivals Roma last weekend

When you beat your nearest and dearest rivals in a cup final, you really need to make the most of it.

From The Score ‘Intuition’ helping BOD and Jamie’s double-act to thrive Making A Splash

‘Intuition’ helping BOD and Jamie’s double-act to thrive

Brian O’Driscoll hopes that himself and Jamie Roberts will get another chance to show what they can do in midfield.

From The Score 7 groups to follow when the US Open tees off on Thursday US Open 2013

7 groups to follow when the US Open tees off on Thursday

Tiger, Rory and Adam Scott take top billing for the first two days at Merion — but who else should you be keeping tabs on?

From The Score Zlatan throws ball in goalkeeper’s face, because Zlatan is Zlatan Zlatan This post contains videos

Zlatan throws ball in goalkeeper’s face, because Zlatan is Zlatan

Suspend him for the game against Ireland and we’ll call it quits.

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From The Score Spurs score a record amount of 3-pointers, trounce helpless Heat in Game 3 NBA Finals This post contains videos
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From The Score US Open expert view: Rory, the rain, and a 70/1 shot who could spring a surprise US Open 2013

US Open expert view: Rory, the rain, and a 70/1 shot who could spring a surprise

Sky Sports analyst Ewen Murray marks our card as golf’s elite prepare to tee off at a soggy Merion Golf Club.

Tuesday 11 June, 2013

From The Score Legendary racing trainer Sir Henry Cecil has died aged 70 RIP

Legendary racing trainer Sir Henry Cecil has died aged 70

Cecil died this morning following a long battle against cancer.

Monday 10 June, 2013

From The Score Goalkeeper Aaron McCarey faced the dreaded Ireland initiation song today Choon This post contains videos

Goalkeeper Aaron McCarey faced the dreaded Ireland initiation song today

21-year-old McCarey is in the squad ahead of tomorrow night’s friendly against Spain.

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