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Ulster

We are Ulster

The only thing stranger than the unerring optimism of the Ulster fan after one victory is the despair that one poor performance (or rather, half of…

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Ulster

On our way

There is something beautiful, and almost haunting in the unerring and often baseless optimism of the Ulster Rugby fan; one fine win against Guinness Premiership opposition…

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Ulster

Something to look forward to

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Ravens v leinster
Following 2 wins over Bedford and Moseley, and a win over Ireland U20s, Ulster Ravens will travel to Navan RFC, on Thursday 4th February to face Leinster 'A' (KO: 6.30pm) in a 'friendly' interprovincial fixture. The Ravens have previously lost to Munster 'A' in a close fought game, but this next interpro is a chance to make amends against a strong Leinster side.

The squad of 22 will be named this week.

Bath 10 - 28

Ulster's rejunenated team blasted past a respectful Bath team to win their first game in England, with three trys and some fantastic rugby. Although 4 trys and a bonus point were needed at the outset, Ulster were unlikely to get above Stade Francais at the top of Group 4. Nevertheless, they showed real grit and determination, Andrew Trimble making a stunning run from inside his own half to score the 1st try.

Further fine efforts by SimonDanielli to release Darren Cave, and Paddy Wallace's insightful drive culminated in 2 more trys before the end.

The second half was scrappy. Ulster couldn't get out of their own half as 14 man Bath applied plenty of pressure, However, they didn't have it all their own way, as Ulster battled through to the final whistle, showing how this young side have grown under Brian MacLaughlin's tuteledge.

Match Report
Match Thread

Bath v

Brian MacLauglin has named his team to take on Bath this Saturday in the return European fixture at the Recreation Ground. One significant change has been made, with Niall O'Connor starting instead of Ian Humphreys is in the replacements. lets hope he has a cunning plan in mind, as Bath have named a full-strength side for this important encounter.

Ulster:
(15 - 9) Jamie Smith, Andrew Trimble, Darren Cave, Paddy Wallace, Simon Danielli, Niall O'Connor, Isaac Boss

(1 - 8) Tom Court, Nigel Brady, BJ Botha, Dan Tuohy, Ed O'Donoghue, Stephen Ferris, David Pollock, Chris Henry (Capt)

Replacements:
(16 - 23) Andi Kyriacou, Bryan Young, Declan Fitzpatrick, Ryan Caldwell, TJ Anderson, Cillian Willis, Ian Humphreys, Timoci Nagusa

Bath
15. Joe Maddock, 14. Michael Stephenson, 13. Matt Carraro, 12. Shontayne Hape, 11. Matt Banahan, 10. Nicky Little, 9. Michael Claassens, 1. David Flatman, 2. Lee Mears, 3. David Wilson, 4. Danny Grewcock, 5. Stuart Hooper, 6. Andrew Beattie, 7. Jules Salvi, 8. Luke Watson,

Replacements
16. Pieter Dixon, 17. David Barnes, 18. Aaron Jarvis, 19. Peter Short, 20. Jonny Fa'amatuainu, 21. Scott Bemand, 22. Ryan Davis, 23. Jack Cuthbert

Forum Discussion

21 - 13

Darren Cave got Ulster's fightback against Edinburgh in the European Cup back on track as the Men in White stayed ahead to gain a precious 4 points.

An extremely windy Ravenhill proved a tough proposition, as the cross-wind meant that both teams had to play with the ball in hand. Ulster were against the gales in the 1st half, and Edinburgh failed to capitulate.

Issac Boss was outstanding throughout, commanding the direction and run of play. It was his incisive running that lead to the 1st try by Darren Cave. LAter he scored the 2nd Ulster try to take the result beyond any doubt, and Ulster still in with a chance at qualification.

Match report
Positives v Negatives

Ulster are determined that the Edinburgh game will go-ahead. Plans have been taken to get the Ravenhill pitch perfect for Friday's important clash.

However, even if the game is called off,alternative provision is being considered at Croke Park, in a possible double-header with the Leinster match.

Forum Discussion

v ospreys

Ulster v Ospreys - Cancelled!

from UR
The Ulster v Ospreys Magners League fixture, due to take place on Friday 8th January 2010, kick off 7.05pm, has now been officially cancelled. A pitch inspection was undertaken at Ravenhill today, by the IRFU Referees' department, who based on the current condition of the playing surface and the weather forecast for the next few days', have deemed the pitch at Ravenhill Stadium unplayable, for Fridays scheduled fixture. The match will be rescheduled for another date. Tickets purchased for Friday's Ulster v Ospreys match will be valid for the rearranged fixture date.

http://www.ulsterrugby.com/11197.php
Forum Discussion

15 - 10 turnips

4 points and a win for Ulster as they closed Munster out in the end. A hard fought game, exhausted players in cold weather, but Ulster managed to do what they set out to..

Many changes were made, Ulster continuity was lacking, but despite Munster pressure at the breakdown, Ulster font five were excellent, their scrum dominant, and Ulster backs exciting when they attacked. Trimble and Court on the homour roll for MOTM Roll on Ospreys next week.

Match report
Forum Discussion

Game on!

Despite the cold conditions, a final pitch inspection has passed the pitch as playable.

Ulster v Munster KO 6pm

Forum Discussion

Ladyboys 15 - 3

Ulster put in a performance worthy of winners tonihgt,but stymied by the ref and some individual errors, they didn't manage to break the Leinster line.

Several good attempts though and lots of positives to take from the game. Good performances, from Smith at FB,Humphreys when he came on, and strong running / stamina for the full 80 minutes by the whole team. Darren Cave went off injured early in the 1st, and Nagusa and Humph picked up a couple of knocks.

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	Team	Pld	Pts
1	Warriors	10	31
2	Ospreys	10	29
3	Leinster	10	26
4	Munster	10	26
5	Edinburgh	10	24
6	Ulster	10	23
7	Dragons	10	23
8	Blues	10	19
9	Scarlets	10	17
10	Connacht	10	9


	Team - Pool 4	Pld	Pts
1	Stade Francais	4	13
2	Ulster	4	9
3	Edinburgh	4	9
4	Bath	4	6











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