Colmán Stanley

Dublin

Sports Writer at Sports JOE

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Munster have new coach lined up but won't reveal identity

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

With head coach Graham Rowntree and forwards coach Andi Kyriacou having left Munster back in October, the province have been without a permanent forwards coach for a significant portion of the season. Ireland women’s forwards coach, Alex Codling, has stepped up in the meantime, but is now focused on his main job with the Six Nations in full swing. Former Munster backrower, Tommy O’Donnell, has also been helping out.
Pete Wilkins steps down as Connacht head coach

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins has stepped down with immediate effect. The Englishman had been on sick leave for the last four games. Scrum coach Cullie Tucker will now take charge of the province for the rest of the season. 45-year-old Wilkins had been at Connacht for eight years, working as defence coach under both Kieran Keane and Andy Friend, before stepping up into the lead role in 2022.
All Black star confirms shock move to Leinster to replace Jordie Barrett

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

In a rather unexpected announcement, All Black Rieko Ioane and his club, the Blues, have confirmed that he will be replacing Jordie Barrett at Leinster next season. The 28-year-old partnered Barrett in the centre when New Zealand defeated Ireland at the 2023 World Cup in France, and like Barrett, he will be arriving midway through the 2026-27 season, after the Super Rugby season finishes.
Rory McIlroy's sports psychologist explains his 'no talk' gameplan

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

One of the main talking points after Rory McIlroy’s win at the Masters on Sunday, were the post-round comments of his playing partner Bryson DeChambeau. The American revealed that there were no words between the two golfers during the 18 holes. He was asked how McIlroy was feeling ahead of his play-off, after the Northern Irish man missed a par putt on 18 to win the tournament. He responded: “No idea. Didn’t talk to me once all day…..
Padraig Harrington points out 'terrible' part of Rory McIlroy's game

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

One of the most knowledgable heads in the game and one of the most willing to share their expertise, Padraig Harrington, sat down with the Indo Sport podcast, to relive Rory McIlroy’s historic Masters win. With the victory, he became the first European golfer to complete the career Grand Slam of majors. However, he nearly threw it away on multiple occasions while defending leads.
IRFU make big central contract change to boost Munster, Ulster & Connacht

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

The IRFU have announced that from August 2026, 40% of the wages of central contracts must be paid by the player’s province, an increase to the current figure of 30%. In a statement, the IRFU performance director, David Humphreys, revealed that the extra money will go directly into ‘pathway initiatives’ for Connacht, Munster, and Ulster.
Evan Ferguson linked with Premier League and Championship clubs

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

Reports have emerged that David Moyes’ Everton could reignite their pursuit of on-loan West Ham striker Evan Ferguson. TEAMtalk understands that the Meath native is not wanted on a permanent basis by the Hammers, and that his parent club, Brighton, are looking to sell him for around £45 million. The 20-year-old has struggled over the last few seasons, and it was thought that a move away from the Seagulls would reignite his career.
Rory McIlroy 'set to receive knighthood' after Masters heroics

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

According to a report from the Telegraph, Rory McIlroy is likely to be put forward for a knighthood as part of the honours list for the King’s birthday in June. The Northern Irishman became just the sixth golfer to win all four majors and achieve a career Grand Slam after his dramatic victory in the Masters. McIlroy, 35, followed in the footsteps of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods. Dreams do come true.
Rory McIlroy 'set to receive knighthood' after Masters heroics

1 week ago | joe.ie | Colmán Stanley

According to a report from the Telegraph, Rory McIlroy is likely to be put forward for a knighthood as part of the honours list for the King’s birthday in June. The Northern Irishman became just the sixth golfer to win all four majors and achieve a career Grand Slam after his dramatic victory in the Masters. McIlroy, 35, followed in the footsteps of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods. Dreams do come true.
Shane O'Donnell provides injury update and training details

1 week ago | sportsjoe.ie | Colmán Stanley

Clare hurler and reigning Player of the Year, Shane O’Donnell, has provided an update on his injury situation. We initially reported back in February that he would miss the 2025 season after having shoulder surgery. However, more recent reports claimed that he was back in non-contact training and that it was unclear whether he had even had the surgery.