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# next gen

'We’ve got a good academy and I’m looking at putting these guys through as quickly as possible'

Munster boss Graham Rowntree was impressed by debutants Pa Campbell, Conor Phillips and Ruadhán Quinn against Zebre.

10.9k

Oct 3rd 2022, 9:00 AM

# next gen

From 'sh****ng it' meeting Katie Taylor as a 14-year-old to fighting on her Madison Square Garden undercard

Australia’s Skye Nicolson, whose boxing brothers died tragically before she was born, is hellbent on carrying their legacy to new heights.

15.6k

Apr 30th 2022, 7:30 PM

All time

# next gen

Seventeen-year-old Gavi scores wonderful solo goal as youngsters spare Barca's blushes again

Another teenager, Nico Gonzalez, scored a late winner as Barca earned a much-needed victory.

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Dec 19th 2021, 12:22 AM

# next gen

Róisin Ní Riain claims another PB to finish fifth in 400m freestyle final

The Limerick teenager is having a memorable week in Tokyo.

1.6k

Aug 27th 2021, 12:39 PM

# next gen

Predicting Ireland's first-choice XV for the 2023 Rugby World Cup

Bernard Jackman, Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey had several different visions as they gazed into the future.

19.3k

Jul 9th 2020, 4:07 PM

# next gen

Cork Con's Crowley starts at 10 as Ireland U20s begin Grand Slam defence

Noel McNamara has picked five of last year’s crop to start this year’s Six Nations, all in the pack.

10.5k

Jan 30th 2020, 10:05 AM

# effort

McNamara driving zero-talent traits to leave 'no ceiling' on latest Ireland U20 crop

Only seven players remain from last year’s crop, but hard work will underpin their ‘defence’ of the Six Nations title.

6.7k

Jan 21st 2020, 6:00 AM

# 2020 20s

Ulster's McCann named captain as McNamara unveils 37-strong Ireland U20 squad

Leinster prop Tom Clarkson will be vice-captain and one of seven men who helped seal a Grand Slam last year.

9.6k

Jan 20th 2020, 1:14 PM

# next gen

Ospreys outing is a chance for van Graan to blood Munster's promising young guns

The likes of Jack O’Sullivan and Shane Daly have impressed when given opportunities.

11.9k

Jan 13th 2020, 7:39 PM

# next gen

16-year-old Fati stars as Barca thump Valencia without Messi

Albert Celades’ Valencia reign began with a 5-2 loss to Barcelona, in which Ansu Fati once again made headlines.

11.6k

Sep 14th 2019, 10:14 PM

# next gen

Johnny Ward: Horses do the talking for shrewd, young trainer Emmet Mullins

This has been an extraordinary year for Mullins and young owner Paul Byrne.

8.8k

Sep 6th 2019, 3:27 PM

# baring teeth

Ulster academy have their 'act together' and are ready to unleash pack mentality

Academy manager Kieran Campbell is confident that the province’s production line will deliver consistently.

9.1k

Aug 3rd 2019, 7:15 AM

# Young Guns

Cody's brilliant goal helps DJ Carey's Kilkenny past Galway and into Leinster U20 final

The Cats now face Wexford in a south-east derby decider.

29.9k

Jul 4th 2019, 10:08 PM

# next gen

Senior-capped Beibhinn Parsons leads Ireland U18 7s at World Games

This year marks the fifth edition of the multi-sport event in Paris.

3.8k

Jul 3rd 2019, 3:34 PM

# next gen

Stevie G's cousin helps Liverpool to FA Youth Cup victory over Man City

Bobby Duncan struck late to level the final at 1-1 and force extra-time before the Reds won on penalties.

9.8k

Apr 25th 2019, 10:47 PM

# next gen

'It’s all downhill from here' - Joseph O'Brien on making his own way in the training game and early success

The young trainer already has a hugely impressive CV.

5.2k

Apr 10th 2019, 4:18 PM

# next gen

'This is the kid who made me leave Arsenal' - Vieira 'blames' Fabregas for Gunners exit

The Frenchman won the Premier League as captain in 2004 but left the following season.

16.8k

Mar 27th 2019, 2:33 PM

# time on their side

Van Graan sees bright future for Grand Slam-winners, but won't rush them into action

The head coach preached patience as he hinted last year’s U20s still lead the queue for first team honours.

12.1k

Mar 21st 2019, 5:55 AM

# next gen

Try-scorer Foley the sole change for Ireland U20 after England win

Noel McNamara’s men go to Scotland on Friday looking to back up their brilliant opening night performance.

7.6k

Feb 6th 2019, 3:31 PM

# green vest

Sonia O'Sullivan's daughter to make Ireland debut at U18 European Championships

16-year-old Sophie will run over 800 metres in Hungary next month.

83.1k

Jun 22nd 2018, 12:00 PM

# Champions

Future is bright as Schmidt's Ireland look towards building on Grand Slam success

The Ireland boss was ‘proud of how some guys got thrown in there and survived.’

21.8k

Mar 18th 2018, 7:00 AM

# Big Jack

Jack O'Sullivan powers Ireland U20s to bonus point win over Scotland

The powerful Munster number eight ran in two of Ireland’s four tries.

11.9k

Mar 9th 2018, 9:08 PM

# next gen

Munster's young players will learn a lot from heavy Glasgow defeat, insists Rassie

The Reds boss left a lot of his big names at home.

8.6k

Sep 23rd 2017, 10:31 AM

# next gen

Bill Johnston among five academy players awarded Munster contracts

Conor Oliver, Stephen Fitzgerald, Dan Goggin and Brian Scott have also been rewarded.

9.7k

Jun 1st 2017, 11:45 AM

# next gen

Tana Umaga's nephew and more players to watch out for at the U20 World Cup

Here are five non-Irish players we’re looking forward to seeing in action from tomorrrow.

6.7k

May 30th 2017, 9:00 AM

# Interim

Pete Malone takes charge of Ireland for this summer's U20 Championship

Munster’s player development manager will take the role on an interim basis for the tournament in Georgia.

4.9k

Mar 23rd 2017, 2:49 PM

# just warming up

Six of the best: Terry Kennedy scored a hat-trick in each half of Ireland U20's rout today

Nigel Carolan’s men were too good for a Leinster development XV today.

12.6k

Dec 22nd 2015, 8:31 PM

# next gen

'To fill Paul O'Connell's boots would be impossible': Henderson a unique talent ready to step up

Ireland will proceed in the World Cup without the captain, but with the excellent partnership of Henderson and Toner.

13.9k

Oct 12th 2015, 1:32 AM

# next gen

6 U20s who impressed during Ireland v New Zealand

We’ve picked three Irish players who put in a promising shift against the best team in the world.

10.7k

Jun 10th 2015, 10:52 PM

# next gen

Leinster dominate Ireland u19 Sevens squad for this weekend's European Championship

Hugh Hogan’s side will face eastern European opposition in Saturday’s pool stage.

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Apr 22nd 2015, 4:08 PM

# next gen

Dublin name unchanged side for Leinster U21 sem-final clash with Longford

Cormac Costello has been left out.

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Mar 17th 2015, 9:05 PM

# next gen

Seve's son Javier Ballesteros turns professional

‘Whether I will succeed or not, time will tell, but I do not want to regret not having tried my best and must give it a go.’

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Nov 15th 2014, 12:17 PM

# eight ball

Jack Conan could be natural successor to Heaslip at number eight -- Kevin McLaughlin

The 22-year-old will make his third start for Leinster at the RDS tomorrow night.

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Oct 30th 2014, 7:50 PM

# The Future

O'Donoghue captains Munster A while Leinster begin title defence

All four provinces have named their teams for the opening round of the British & Irish Cup.

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Oct 10th 2014, 5:28 PM

# next gen

'Our heads were in the clouds' -- Wexford won't be complacent again says U21 star McDonald

The Yellowbellies face Galway today, having been caught by Antrim in last year’s semi-final.

3.3k

Aug 23rd 2014, 10:00 AM

# next gen

Ireland's Kevin LeBlanc holds his nerve to win the Junior Open Championship

While the overnight leaders fell away in the final round, LeBlanc scrambled around the course in 74.

5.6k

Jul 16th 2014, 6:44 PM

# Project Tango

Google unveils prototype 3D-mapping tablet that can sense its surroundings

The Project Tango tablet prototype will be made available to those attending Google’s developer conference later this month and will cost €750.

5.9k

Jun 6th 2014, 12:48 PM

# Technology

Collision and scrum analysis takes Ireland's GPS system to the next level

Mark Geraghty of STATSports joins TheScore.ie to explain the latest fascinating developments.

10.3k

May 4th 2014, 10:30 AM

# Young Stars

5 Under 20s who shone through the mud as Ireland overpowered Scotland

Mike Ruddock’s men scored four tries and dominated their visitors in the Six Nations.

7.2k

Jan 31st 2014, 10:51 PM

# schools cup

Scott signals Crescent intent as Clongowes hit the ground running

There were six big games in the Senior Cups of Munster and Leinster.

8.7k

Jan 29th 2014, 6:17 PM