Tadhg Peavoy

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  • The evolution of the Ireland lineout

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    A piece from a few weeks back about how Ireland’s lineout evolved at the start of the noughties to what it is today. Former Ireland hooker Frankie Sheahan the man with the info. http://www.rte.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/2015/0306/684993-the-evolution-of-the-ireland-lineout/ TP

  • Strength and conditioning in professional rugby

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    Technique, ball skills and tactics are all crucial elements of modern rugby. But fitness and strength and conditioning have become absolutely crucial elements of making a pro rugby team click. I spoke to Munster S&C man Aled Walters and the province’s scrum coach Jerry Flannery about how they go about getting their team in the…

  • Munster and Ulster face do or die European battles

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    Leinster and Connacht put the Irish provinces 2-0 for the weekend’s European rugby action on Saturday. Munster and Ulster go into battle with Clermont and Scarlets today looking to keep that winning record intact. http://www.rte.ie/sport/rugby/champions-cup/2014/1214/666745-do-or-die-for-munster-and-ulster/ TP

  • Pro12 previews

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    I reckon it could be three wins from four for the Irish provinces this weekend. Check out some thoughts here: http://www.rte.ie/sport/rugby/pro12/2014/1031/656056-leinster-and-connacht-under-friday-night-lights/ http://www.rte.ie/sport/rugby/pro12/2014/1031/656123-munster-and-ulster-face-welsh-opposition/ TP

  • PRO12 preview: week 2

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    Here are my thoughts on how Connacht, Munster and Ulster may fare this Friday. Leinster play on Saturday. http://www.rte.ie/sport/rugby/rabo-direct-pro-12/2013/0913/474060-pro-12-preview-connacht-face-tough-task/ TP