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Great delight as Ailish called into Ireland training camp
Michael Gallagher27 Jun - 10:04
One of our own called into Ireland training squad ahead of two big games
Ballina RFC is in celebratory mood this morning after one of our own was called into the Ireland Women's training camp. Ailish Quinn is one of four new faces added to the squad as they continue preparations for two warm-up matches, which form part of their preparations for this year’s Rugby World Cup in England.
Ailish along with her Connacht colleague Faith Oviawe, Munster’s Kate Flannery, and Exeter Chiefs’ Irish-qualified centre Nancy McGillivray are the new faces brought in by
head coach, Scott Bernard.
We're all very proud of Ailish and wish her every success as her career continues to flourish. It is another big step forward for the hugely talented forward who has already carved a special niche for herself in the history of Ballina RFC.
It is a hugely exciting development for Ailish, her hugely supportive family and all who coached and supported her along the way.
Ireland have already completed the first block of their pre-season training at the IRFU’s High Performance Centre, and the second block begins on Monday next when Ailish will join up with the squad.
Speaking about their preparations so far, Bemand said: “We assembled at the start of June, refreshed and ready to go for our first stint in camp as we look to build towards the Rugby World Cup in August and September.
“We had plenty of new faces in training, and with some players heading to the Six Nations Summer Series in Wales, I am really happy to be able to bring in some new names, as we look to continue to build depth within our playing group.
“We will be keeping a close eye on the Under-20 tournament, which is a fantastic opportunity for some of our younger players to put into practice things they have learnt over the past few weeks.
“There has been huge excitement and plenty of energy since we got back together, and we are really looking to push on now again over the next few weeks.
“Returning to Cork and Belfast for our two warm-up games, two grounds we know well and that have seen some great performances from us over the past two years, is perfect preparation for what lies ahead.
“We really hope the Irish public will come out in force, join our ‘Green Wave’, and give the team a great send-off before we head for England and the World Cup.”
Ireland welcome Scotland to Cork’s Virgin Media Park on Saturday, August 2, with the game kicking off at 2pm. The teams met recently in the final round of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations where Scotland struck with a late try to win 26-19.
Canada are the visitors to Belfast for the second Summer Series fixture, on Saturday, August 9 with a 12pm kick-off, which will provide the last opportunity for players to stake a claim for a Rugby World Cup squad place. The squad will be announced 48 hours later.
The teams faced off in WXV1 in Vancouver last October, with Canada coming away with a 21-8 victory on home soil despite a spirited performance from the girls in green.
Ailish along with her Connacht colleague Faith Oviawe, Munster’s Kate Flannery, and Exeter Chiefs’ Irish-qualified centre Nancy McGillivray are the new faces brought in by
head coach, Scott Bernard.
We're all very proud of Ailish and wish her every success as her career continues to flourish. It is another big step forward for the hugely talented forward who has already carved a special niche for herself in the history of Ballina RFC.
It is a hugely exciting development for Ailish, her hugely supportive family and all who coached and supported her along the way.
Ireland have already completed the first block of their pre-season training at the IRFU’s High Performance Centre, and the second block begins on Monday next when Ailish will join up with the squad.
Speaking about their preparations so far, Bemand said: “We assembled at the start of June, refreshed and ready to go for our first stint in camp as we look to build towards the Rugby World Cup in August and September.
“We had plenty of new faces in training, and with some players heading to the Six Nations Summer Series in Wales, I am really happy to be able to bring in some new names, as we look to continue to build depth within our playing group.
“We will be keeping a close eye on the Under-20 tournament, which is a fantastic opportunity for some of our younger players to put into practice things they have learnt over the past few weeks.
“There has been huge excitement and plenty of energy since we got back together, and we are really looking to push on now again over the next few weeks.
“Returning to Cork and Belfast for our two warm-up games, two grounds we know well and that have seen some great performances from us over the past two years, is perfect preparation for what lies ahead.
“We really hope the Irish public will come out in force, join our ‘Green Wave’, and give the team a great send-off before we head for England and the World Cup.”
Ireland welcome Scotland to Cork’s Virgin Media Park on Saturday, August 2, with the game kicking off at 2pm. The teams met recently in the final round of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations where Scotland struck with a late try to win 26-19.
Canada are the visitors to Belfast for the second Summer Series fixture, on Saturday, August 9 with a 12pm kick-off, which will provide the last opportunity for players to stake a claim for a Rugby World Cup squad place. The squad will be announced 48 hours later.
The teams faced off in WXV1 in Vancouver last October, with Canada coming away with a 21-8 victory on home soil despite a spirited performance from the girls in green.
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