News

Empowering the Future | Ulster Rugby & Virginia RFC launch TryLeadHER

In an exciting collaboration, Ulster Rugby and Virginia RFC have secured PEACEPLUS funding, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), to deliver TryLeadHER.

Empowering the Future | Ulster Rugby & Virginia RFC launch TryLeadHER

25 February

Rugby in Ulster

Nutty Krust Tournament launches for its 46th year

The tournament was launched in Irwin’s Bakery on Tuesday 10 February. This season 6 teams have been invited to enter and the organisers have decided to schedule the opening series of games on a round-robin basis. This will ensure each team will play at least two games in the tournament.

Nutty Krust Tournament launches for its 46th year

18 February

News

Woods and Gordon join Ulster Rugby Academy

Ulster Rugby can confirm that Irish-Qualified talents, Paddy Woods and Rynard Gordon, have joined the Academy as first-year players.

Woods and Gordon join Ulster Rugby Academy

11 February

News

Ulster Rugby Honours Jack Kyle with Blue Plaque at Affidea Stadium

Ulster Rugby has today proudly unveiled a blue plaque at Affidea Stadium to honour the life, achievements and enduring legacy of Jack Kyle (1926–2014), widely regarded as one of the greatest players ever to represent Ulster, Ireland and the British & Irish Lions.

Ulster Rugby Honours Jack Kyle with Blue Plaque at Affidea Stadium

10 February

News

Five Ulster players named in Ireland Club XV Squad to take on Scotland Clubs at Energia Park

Head Coach Adam Craig has named the Ireland Club XV Match Day Squad for Friday’s clash with Scotland Clubs, which takes place at Energia Park on Friday, February 13 (kick-off 6.30pm, live on IrishRugby+).

Five Ulster players named in Ireland Club XV Squad to take on Scotland Clubs at Energia Park

10 February

News

Sport 4 Peace Officially Launched in Belfast

Last Thursday Ulster Rugby joined sporting partners from across the island at the official launch of Sport 4 Peace, a major four-year initiative using sport to promote positive relations, inclusion and lasting community connections.

Sport 4 Peace Officially Launched in Belfast

5 February

News

Ulster Junior Cup Match Report | Enniskillen 48 – 14 Ballynahinch 2XV

Enniskillen produced a dominant display of clinical finishing and defensive grit to secure the Ulster Junior Cup with a 48-14 victory over Ballynahinch 2XV at Affidea Stadium.

Ulster Junior Cup Match Report | Enniskillen 48 – 14 Ballynahinch 2XV

27 December

News

Bank of Ireland Senior Cup Match Report | Instonians 14 – 19 Ballynahinch

Ballynahinch RFC successfully defended their title at Affidea Stadium today, overcoming a resilient Instonians side 19-14 in a physical and closely-contested final.

Bank of Ireland Senior Cup Match Report | Instonians 14 – 19 Ballynahinch

27 December

News

BOI Senior Cup, Junior Cup and Junior Shield | Match Preview

The stage is set for the Christmas triple-header here at Affidea Stadium, with teams battling it out for the Junior Shield, Junior Cup & Bank of Ireland Senior Cup.

BOI Senior Cup, Junior Cup and Junior Shield | Match Preview

19 December

News

The Northwest's new rugby force | Letterkenny RFC's Women's Team

Letterkenny RFC, a club with a long and proud history, has experienced a remarkable revival on its pitches thanks to the success of its new Senior Women’s team. What began as an exciting proposal has rapidly developed into an “absolute success story,” establishing Letterkenny as a key centre for women’s rugby in the Northwest.

The Northwest's new rugby force | Letterkenny RFC's Women's Team

16 December

News

Nine Ulster players named in Ireland U19 squad for National Camp in HPC

The Ireland U19 squad selected to attend the upcoming national camp, in the IRFU High Performance Centre, has been named. The U19 squad, sponsored by PWC, will attend a three day camp over the Christmas break, from Sunday 28 to Tuesday 30 December.

Nine Ulster players named in Ireland U19 squad for National Camp in HPC

15 December

News

Excitement building for Hinch’s shot at Energia Bateman Cup glory

If Ballynahinch play their cards right, they could see out 2025 with two major cups in their trophy cabinet. They contest their first ever Energia Bateman Cup final this weekend, before trying to retain the Bank of Ireland Ulster Senior Cup just after Christmas.

Excitement building for Hinch’s shot at Energia Bateman Cup glory

11 December

News

Local artist Kathryn Callaghan honours son’s rugby career with heartfelt artwork donation

Celebrated local artist, Kathryn Callaghan, has donated three original pieces of her artwork, titled ‘In the Thick of It’, to Ulster Rugby, Ards RFC, and Regent House Grammar School. The donation was made to commemorate her son, Matthew’s, impressive rugby career to date and to celebrate the institutions that have supported his journey.

Local artist Kathryn Callaghan honours son’s rugby career with heartfelt artwork donation

11 December

News

Dromore make it to Men’s Energia All Ireland Junior Cup semi-final

Dromore look to go one step further than last year in the All Ireland Junior Cup as they battle it out in the semi-final against Cregg’s RFC this Saturday.

Dromore make it to Men’s Energia All Ireland Junior Cup semi-final

8 December

News

International Volunteer Day | Ashley Mulligan

Ashley Mulligan is a valued member of the Malone Tornadoes, a Mixed Ability Rugby team based in Belfast, at Malone RFC. We caught up with Ashley about what it means to him to volunteer.

International Volunteer Day | Ashley Mulligan

5 December

News

Meet our Volunteers | Robert McKenzie

Today is International Volunteer Day, and so we want to celebrate some of our amazing volunteers across the province. Meet Robert from Instonians.

Meet our Volunteers | Robert McKenzie

5 December

News

Meet our Volunteers | Mervyn Watts

Today is International Volunteer Day, and so we want to celebrate some of our amazing volunteers across the province. Meet Mervyn from City of Armagh.

Meet our Volunteers | Mervyn Watts

5 December

News

Empowering the Future | Ulster Rugby & Virginia RFC launch TryLeadHER

Nutty Krust Tournament launches for its 46th year

Woods and Gordon join Ulster Rugby Academy

Ulster Rugby Honours Jack Kyle with Blue Plaque at Affidea Stadium

Five Ulster players named in Ireland Club XV Squad to take on Scotland Clubs at Energia Park

Sport 4 Peace Officially Launched in Belfast

Ulster Junior Cup Match Report | Enniskillen 48 – 14 Ballynahinch 2XV

Bank of Ireland Senior Cup Match Report | Instonians 14 – 19 Ballynahinch

BOI Senior Cup, Junior Cup and Junior Shield | Match Preview

The Northwest's new rugby force | Letterkenny RFC's Women's Team

Nine Ulster players named in Ireland U19 squad for National Camp in HPC

Excitement building for Hinch’s shot at Energia Bateman Cup glory

Local artist Kathryn Callaghan honours son’s rugby career with heartfelt artwork donation

Dromore make it to Men’s Energia All Ireland Junior Cup semi-final

International Volunteer Day | Ashley Mulligan

Meet our Volunteers | Robert McKenzie

Meet our Volunteers | Mervyn Watts

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