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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Munster star ‘surprised' to overcome Leinster rivals to be named Irish rugby men's player's player of the year
TADHG Beirne was recognised by his fellow players as the OCC Consulting Men's XVs Players' Player of the Year 2025. He was up against clubmate Tom Farrell as well as provincial rivals Jamison Gibson-Park and Caelan Doris to win the award. 2 There were plenty of options for the award from the triple crown winning team 2 Tadhg Beirne was deservedly voted the winner The Munster second-row commented 'I'm honoured to be named as the OCC Consulting Men's Players' Player of the Year. "It comes as quite a surprise given that Caelan, Tom and Jamison have all had brilliant seasons. "To be chosen by my fellow Rugby Players Ireland members makes this award even more meaningful, and I really appreciate their support and acknowledgement.' Beirne was a stalwart in the Irish team and a crucial part to the Read more on Rugby The lock played all but 10 minutes of the campaign scoring a crucial try against Tom Farrell was an unexpected addition to the nominations list, having not been selected for Simon Easterby's side this season. The centre had an impressive debut season with Munster, starting in all their Champions Cup and URC games and scoring 10 tries, including a hat-trick It came as no surprise that Ireland out-half Sam Prendergast was named as the Nevin Spence Men's XVs Young Player of the Year. Most read in Rugby Union The 2022 winner of the award and also brother of Sam, Cian Prendergast presented the award to his younger brother. Dan Sheehan came away with the MSL Mercedes-Benz Ballsbridge Men's XVs Try of the Year for his unbelievable effort off the bench against England. 'Jack Crowley he's coming for you' jokes Peter O'Mahony's wife Jess as son practices his rugby skills The try which saw Sheehan start, continue and finish the move started with a line break pass to Jack Conan which then led to Sheehan again picking out James Lowe with a long pass before receiving the ball back off Lowe, fighting off two players and getting to the line. There was more good news for Leinster as Aoife Dalton won OCC Consulting Women's XVs Players' Player of the Year, Erin King was named Energia Women's XVs Young Player of the Yearand Anna McGann was the winner of the AIB Corporate Banking Women's XVs Try of the Year Upon collecting the award Aoife Dalton said 'It's a very exciting time to be involved with this group of players. "To be recognised by them at such a crucial time for this team is hard to put into words. "When I first came into camp, I could sense that something was beginning to build and I think we have started to see the fruits of that over recent months both collectively and individually, through the performances of my fellow nominees Amee-Leigh, Niamh and Dorothy.' Dylan O'Grady who was named as the possibly last ever TritonLake Men's 7s Players' Player of the Year and Lucinda Kinghan was named the TritonLake Women's 7s Players' Player of the Year. Rugby Players Ireland Executive Board Member and Ulster lock Iain Henderson said: 'While this season has brought its share of challenges both on and off the field, it's also been a year marked by plenty of individual standout achievements across the game. It's important that we celebrate them and use this as an opportunity to look ahead with real optimism. There's still work to do, but through the support of Rugby Players Ireland, the steps being taken show a collective commitment to moving the game forward.'
Irish Examiner
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Munster's Tadhg Beirne named Players' Player of the Year
Tadhg Beirne was named Men's XVs Players' Player of the Year at the Rugby Players Ireland awards at the Aviva Stadium on Wednesday night. The Munster second row beat competition from provincial teammate Tom Farrell and Leinster duo Caelan Doris and Jamison Gibson-Park, who were also nominated. Berine started every game for Ireland in this Six Nations, and has featured 16 times for Munster in his first season as the province's captain. Earlier this month, his form was rewarded with a place in the Lions squad for this summer's tour of Australia, while in February he signed a new two-year extension with the IRFU and Munster. 'I'm honoured to be named as the OCC Consulting Men's Players' Player of the Year," said Beirne. "It comes as quite a surprise given that Caelan, Tom and Jamison have all had brilliant seasons. To be chosen by my fellow Rugby Players Ireland members makes this award even more meaningful, and I really appreciate their support and acknowledgement.' The women's award was claimed by Leinster centre Aoife Dalton. The 22-year-old from Offaly has become a key player for Ireland. Amee-Lee Costigan, Niamh O'Dowd and Dorothy Wall were the others nominated. 'It's a very exciting time to be involved with this group of players," said Dalton. "To be recognised by them at such a crucial time for this team is hard to put into words. When I first came into camp, I could sense that something was beginning to build and I think we have started to see the fruits of that over recent months both collectively and individually, through the performances of my fellow nominees Amee-Leigh, Niamh and Dorothy.' Erin King won the Women's Young Player of the Year award while Sam Prendergast took the men's equivalent. Ireland and Leinster out-half Prendergast was presented with the award by his older brother Cian, the Connacht captain, who was a previous winner in the category. Two scores from the Six Nations were named the tries of the year. Dan Sheehan starting and finishing off a team move against England back in February won in the men's category. Anna McGann touching down to finish what was also a team move against Italy, one which sealed her hat-trick in the game, was named Women's Try of the Year. Eimear Considine, who retired from rugby in November after 10 years at the top level of the women's game in Ireland, won the Zurich Contribution to Irish Society Award for her contributions to mental health discourse. On behalf of the Irish men's team, Caelan Doris accepted the Moment of the Year award for Ireland's Triple Crown win in the Six Nations. Rugby Players Ireland Awards winners OCC Consulting Men's XVs Players' Player of the Year: Tadhg Beirne; OCC Consulting Women's XVs Players' Player of the Year 2025: Aoife Dalton; Nevin Spence Men's XVs Young Player of the Year: Sam Prendergast; Energia Women's XVs Young Player of the Year: Erin King; MSL Mercedes-Benz Ballsbridge Men's XVs Try of the Year: Dan Sheehan (v England); AIB Corporate Banking Women's XVs Try of the Year: Anna McGann (v Italy); Tritonlake Men's 7s Player of the Year: Dylan O'Grady; Tritonlake Women's 7s Player of the Year: Lucinda Kinghan; Zurich Contribution to Irish Society Award: Eimear Considine; Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort Moment on the Year: Ireland's Triple Crown Success (accepted by Caelan Doris.)
Scotsman
4 days ago
- Sport
- Scotsman
Hibs contract latest for season 2025/26
Some have been locked down more securely than the crown jewels. Others are, regardless of their contract status as signed-on employees of Hibernian Football Club, a good deal more loosely connected to their current employers. Hibs boss David Gray has made great play out of the importance of retaining key figures as he heads into his second season as Hibs boss. Which means sporting director Malky Mackay working overtime to do some sort of deal - whatever it takes, effectively - that would bring Nectar Triantis back to Easter Road for another season, at least. Over to Sunderland and the player himself on that one, right? With Rocky Bushiri and Junior Hoilett both effectively out of contract and considering their options, Hibs fans will know to expect a summer of some uncertainty. But the club HAVE tied down a number of key performers to long-term deals over the past year or so, avoiding the very prospect of over a dozen players entering free agency all at the same time. Here's how the squad looks at the moment, then, complete with contract details. If you've forgotten about one or two of the Hibs players loaned out last season, well, that's entirely forgivable. 1 . Rocky Bushiri – Up in the air Out of contract in a matter of days, Bushiri has been free to talk to other clubs since January. Named Players' Player of the Year by his team-mates, the big central defender has options in Belgium – and Egyptian club Zamalek had a bid knocked back by Hibs mid-season. A lot of factors at play here. | SNS Group Photo Sales 2 . Lewis Miller – Sticking around Aw yeah? Hibs triggering the one-year extension in his existing contract was a bit of a no-brainer. Versatile defender is here for another season at least. | SNS Group Photo Sales 3 . Jordan Smith – Long term deal signed Arrived as a back-up. Steadied the ship at a vital moment. Signed a new deal tying him to Hibs until 2028. Will probably face competition for a start as Hibs enter the market for another goalie this summer. | SNS Group Photo Sales 4 . Dylan Levitt – No movement Under contract until the end of next season. Might be one Hibs look to tie down, depending performances once the new campaign kicks off. | SNS Group Photo Sales
Daily Record
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
East Kilbride Rugby Club coach praises 'outstanding' star as he scoops two awards
Loose-head prop Alistair Marriott won big at the club's annual awards East Kilbride Rugby Club head coach Franklin Clark heaped praise on player of the year Alistair Marriott after the loose-head prop claimed two prizes at their annual awards night. Marriott won Player of the Year and Players' Player of the Year in a season where the club reached the National Shield final and finished fifth in West Region One. Clark said: 'Ally has been absolutely outstanding in just about every game he has played. Everything you would want out of a guy as a rugby player, he brings it. "He does everything he is asked to do, he carries hard, he tackles hard and encourages all the other players. 'He is a model team-mate and player, so he thoroughly deserves both of his awards.' There were plenty of other awards handed out on the night, as scrum half Justin Ludick won Young Player of the Year after a fine first season since moving from South Africa to study. Clark said: 'Justin has had a great season. He is only a young kid who has come to Scotland this past year to study. He has fitted in really well and become an integral part of the team, so he has been really good. 'It has got to have been difficult for him, coming to a different country and trying to fit into a new team when he doesn't know anybody. 'He says he will stick around next season after he goes back home in the summer to see his family.' Most Improved Player went to Craig McKenzie and Clark said: 'Craig has just done everything asked of him. He is quite a good organiser in defence.' There was a joint award in the category of Top Try Scorer with Evan Martin and Ross McKeown sharing the prize, while Rory Blackwood won the Top Points award. Clark said: 'Both Evan and Ross have had great seasons. Evan probably would have scored more tries but he got injured. He got injured in the Shield semi-final and missed the final. "He only came back in our last game and he was determined to get two tries to finish top scorer, but he only managed the one. 'Ross has been immense. I think he has scored a try in just about every game he has played this season. He is full of heart and running, a great ball carrier, and just what we were needing this season.' Meanwhile, it was announced that Mark Ellison has decided to hang up his boots after 15 years and 200 appearances with the club, which included winning promotion to National League Three and captaining the side to their 2019 West Shield victory. He was presented with a special 200th cap to make the milestone and it was presented by Robert MacKinnon, who has been made honorary vice president for life following 23 years of service.
The Courier
21-05-2025
- Sport
- The Courier
Jordan McGhee's Dundee departure confirmed as long-serving star says 'all good things must end'
Jordan McGhee says 'all good things must come to an end' after he said his goodbyes to Dundee FC. The 28-year-old spent six years at Dens Park and played under four managers, winning promotion twice. The former Hearts and Falkirk defender played 197 times for the Dark Blues, scoring 21 goals. McGhee was Dundee's Players' Player of the Year in his debut season for the club and this term won the Goal of the Season award for a fine strike at Dundee United. He played a key role in the 2020/21 promotion through the play-offs after being transformed into an effective box-to-box midfielder, scoring three goals across the semi-final and final. And in the past two Premiership seasons he has notched 10 goals for Dundee, including a double in the 4-2 win at Tannadice in March. The versatile defender is expected to join Motherwell this summer. 'All good things must come to an end,' McGhee said. 'I feel the time has come to move on and face a fresh challenge in my career. 'It's been a rollercoaster since I joined almost six years ago and what a journey it's been together. 'Thank you to all my teammates over the years, managers, the amazing staff behind the scenes and the fans for your continued support through the highs and lows. 'We've shared some amazing memories together. Ones that I'll never forget.'
