Women s Six Nations: 10 players to watch as the tournament kicks off at last
We look at some of the most exciting players ready to take the stage in this year’s tournament. By Ciarán Kennedy Friday 2 Apr 2021, 10:48 AM 19 hours ago 854 Views 0 Comments
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THE 2021 WOMEN’S Six Nations is finally upon us, with the rescheduled, new-look tournament kicking-off this weekend.
The jejigged format,which sees the six sides split into two pools of three teams each, means Adam Griggs’ Ireland aren’t in action until 10 April, when they take on Wales before hosting France in Energia Park a week later, ahead of a final round of play-off fixtures.
Ireland star Parsons honoured to follow in footsteps of her idols Independent.ie 21/01/2021 Cian Tracey
Ireland star Beibhinn Parsons was delighted to follow in the footsteps of her idols as the Ballinasloe winger was named Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland Women s Player of the Year.
After enjoying an impressive breakthrough season, which was halted due to her Leaving Certificate before Covid-19 intervened, Parsons showed why she is one of the most exciting young players in the country with a string of fine performances.
The 19-year-old hopes to kick on again in a huge season for Ireland, with the Six Nations and World Cup due to take place later in the year.
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Garry Ringrose and Béibhinn Parsons with their awards
Garry Ringrose has been named as the Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland Men s Player of The Year following a stellar season for province and country.
The 25-year-old centre was one of the brightest sparks during Ireland s Rugby World Cup journey in Japan and brought his form home with him as Leinster went unbeaten in this year s Guinness Pro14.
Ringrose is currently recovering from a broken jaw but has set his sights on Ireland s opening Six Nations game against Wales on 7 February.
He said: I know I ve to hit a few markers this week to be able to be available but it s just on that edge; unless things go horribly wrong this week, I d consider myself available.
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