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Back to School with Ritchie McMaster (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Stand Up Ulster Rugby Podcast, we sit down with Ritchie McMaster for a wide-ranging chat about schools rugby in Ulster.Ritchie reflects on the experience of winning the Schools’ Cup with Campbell College, sharing some of the lessons, memories and moments that helped shape that successful campaign.We also look beyond results and trophies to discuss the bigger picture of developing young rugby players. Ritchie offers his thoughts and advice for coaches and parents, including
3 new players Ulster fans should be excited about this season... (opens the original)
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Gareth Steenson and Peter Lockhart discuss three key new players that will make a difference to Ulster this season...
3 Things Ulster Must Get Right in Pre-Season (opens the original)
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Gareth Steenson and Peter Lockhart sit down for a chat about what Ulster should be focusing on during pre-season ahead of the new campaign. From managing the season in blocks and keeping players fresh, to improving tackle technique and bringing back the maul, we look at some of the key areas Richie Murphy and his coaching staff will be working on. Recorded at Hearth Pub, Ballyhackamore. Subscribe for more Ulster Rugby discussion, interviews and analysis from Stand Up: An Ulster Rugby Podcast.
From Armagh to Ulster: Niamh Marley’s Remarkable Rugby Journey (opens the original)
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This week on The Stand Up , Ulster Women's Player of the Season Niamh Morley joins the podcast to tell one of the most unique stories in Irish rugby. After more than two decades playing Gaelic football with Armagh, Niamh made the switch to rugby after the pandemic and hasn't looked back. She reflects on earning her first Ulster cap, battling back from a third ACL injury, and why representing Ireland remains her biggest ambition. The team discuss the challenges of changing sports later in life, h
Alan Solomons: Lessons from Solly (opens the original)
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What made Ulster Rugby such a force in the early years of professionalism? This week, former Ulster Head Coach Alan Solomons joins the podcast to look back on one of the province's most successful eras, sharing the philosophies and leadership principles that helped turn Ravenhill into one of the toughest places to play in Europe. From building a formidable pack and creating a winning culture to developing future stars like Tommy Bowe, Neil Best and Roger Wilson, Solomons reflects on his time in
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