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101 Great Irish Rugby Moments

Author: John Scally

Publisher: Black & White Publishing Ltd

Published: 2020-02-03

Total Pages: 345

ISBN-13: 1785302841

Here are Irish Rugby's most legendary, celebratory and brilliant moments from the 1940s to today. 101 Great Irish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the sport's most significant moments. Featuring: Munster's historic win over the All Blacks Ulster's victory in the European Cup Connacht winning the Pro 12 Leinster's unique European double The national women's team winning the Grand Slam Ireland's double defeat of the All Blacks . . . These epic moments are based on exclusive interviews with Mick Galwey, Ciaran Fitzgerald, David Humphreys, Brian O'Driscoll, Ronan O'Gara and many others from the great and good of Irish Rugby. Enjoy a host of brilliant anecdotes and remarkable insights into the controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these 101 GREAT IRISH RUGBY MOMENTS. 'The legendary Mike Gibson, once eloquently wrote that "rugby is like love, it is a game of touch and of feel and of instinct". I have no doubt that John Scally has written this book with those same qualities of love, touch, feel and instinct. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.' OLLIE CAMPBELL

101 Funny Irish Rugby Moments

Author: John Scally

Publisher: Black & White Publishing

Published: 2022-09-29

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 1785304097

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Irish rugby's most hilarious and outrageous moments 101 Funny Irish Rugby Moments is a collection of priceless anecdotes from the field, with interviews from Moss Keane, Mick Galwey, Peter Clohessy and plenty more, plus a foreword by the legendary Tony Ward. From Lansdowne Road to Thomond Park, from Connacht to Ulster and Leeside to the Lions, these are some of the most unexpected tales of Irish rugby legends, like when . . . - BRIAN O'DRISCOLL HOSTED A BOND GIRL - PAUL O'CONNELL MET PRINCE WILLIAM - RORY BEST TURNED INTO SLEEPING BEAUTY - AND JAMES LOWE MADE A STRANGE REQUEST OF THE GARDAÍ This book offers a unique glimpse into the funniest moments that have happened on and off the pitch with some of rugby's greatest characters.

100 Great Irish Rugby Moments

Author: John Scally

Publisher: Black & White Publishing

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781785302534

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100 Great Irish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the most significant moments of the sport from the 1940s to the present day: Munster's historic win over the All-Blacks; Ulster win the European Cup; Connacht win the Pro 12; Leinster's unique European double; The Irish ladies' win the Grand Slam, Ireland beat the All-Blacks twice; Grand Slam wins, and many more great epic days. Based on exclusive, engrossing and entertaining interviews with the great and the good of Irish rugby including Mick Galwey, Ciaran Fitzgerald, David Humphreys, Brian O'Driscoll, and Ronan O'Gara and many, many more who offer unique perspectives on their human and sporting dramas and a plethora of amusing anecdotes.The result offers remarkable insights into the myriad of controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests, and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these great moments.

101 EXTRAORDINARY GAA OCCASIONS.

Author: JOHN. SCALLY

Publisher:

Published: 2024

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781785305238

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The People's Games

Author: John Scally

Publisher: Black & White Publishing Ltd

Published: 2020-10-01

Total Pages: 301

ISBN-13: 1785303279

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For over 130 years the GAA has been at the heart of Irish life. Now, in The People’s Games, John Scally tells the compelling stories of the men and women behind the rich history of Gaelic Games. Since the introduction of television Gaelic Games have become a huge entertainment industry, yet at their core remain deeply embedded in the local community. They shape the national conversation and lift the mood of the country. Hurling, ladies’ football, camogie and Gaelic football are Ireland’s greatest national treasures. Gaelic Games are part of the DNA of the Irish Race, and the people are the beating heart of the Games. This comprehensive collection captures the GAA’s evolving history, the fabled heroes, the controversies, the scandals, the pulsating games, the fans, the centrality of the clubs, and the unending and heart-stopping drama. Full of fascinating insights, amusing anecdotes, thrilling tales and new revelations about famous incidents and epic encounters, this volume brings the people’s games alive in all their vibrancy. Based on exclusive interviews, this captivating compendium explores the rich history of the men and women of the GAA who made it all happen.

Great Moments in Irish Rugby

Author: Sportsfile

Publisher: O'Brien Press

Published: 2019-06-10

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781788491334

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Ireland is now playing at the top table in world Rugby, with clubs and country considered among the toughest around. It wasn't always like this, and for decades we propped up the bottom of the tables, with moral victories often the most we could hope for. Ray McManus and his team at Sportsfile have been there throughout, passionately following the boys in green (and blue, red, white and the dark green of Connaught), capturing the essence of this physical, punishing sport and those who play it. With reminiscences from photographers and players alike, this book is a look back over the decades at the legendary players, matches and moments that have contributed to the narrative of our contribution to one of the world's most exciting sports. A must for rugby fans wherever they are. Paperback edition updated to include Ireland's historic home win over New Zealand in September 2018 and the 2019 Six Nations.

100 Irish Rugby Greats

Author: John Scally

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2011-08-04

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1780571429

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Bursting with humour and full of amusing anecdotes, 100 Irish Rugby Greats is a unique celebration of the most significant stars of the sport from the 1930s to the present day. A veritable who’s who of Irish rugby, it takes in all of the true greats, including Jack Kyle, Tony O’Reilly, Mike Gibson, Willie John McBride, Moss Keane, Keith Wood, Brian O’Driscoll and Paul O’Connell. Many of the in-depth and revealing profiles are based on interviews with the legends themselves, as well as with those who have lined up against them. The result offers remarkable insights into the myriad controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field in which each player has been involved. Written with an insider’s knowledge, 100 Irish Rugby Greats will prove to be a thrilling read for all fans of the sport.

Incredible Moments in Sport

Author: Ian Slatter

Publisher: Ian Slatter

Published: 2017-01-02

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1539897982

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The unbelievable roar as Mo Farah sprints clear to claim 10,000 metre gold on Super Saturday. A nation holds its breath as Andy Murray has Championship Point at Wimbledon. Europe's golfers come back from the dead to win the Ryder Cup. Lewis Hamilton clinches the World Championship on the final corner of the final race. Bradley Wiggins crosses the line on the Champs Elysees to become the first British Tour de France winner. Some sporting events stick in the memories of sports fans forever - sometimes for the right reasons, sometimes the wrong ones. Incredible Moments in Sport is the perfect reminder of the 101 Biggest Moments in British and World Sport, featuring greats such as : - Usain Bolt - Muhammad Ali - Ian Botham - Torvill and Dean - Jesse Owens - Borg and McEnroe - Diego Maradonna - Red Rum - Michael Phelps - Steve Redgrave - And many, many more. With 101 incredible stories from the worlds of football, rugby, cricket, tennis, boxing, cycling, swimming, athletics, horseracing, motor racing and other sports - the build-up, the events themselves and the aftermath. If you're a sports fan - this book is for you!

100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments

Author: Stewart Weir

Publisher: Black & White Publishing Ltd

Published: 2019-08-15

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 178530285X

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Here are Scottish rugby's most legendary, celebratory and brilliant moments from the last 50 years. 100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the sport’s most significant moments. Including: • Andy Irvine's kick to beat England in 1974 • The 1984 Grand Slam • David Sole, Tony Stanger and the 1990 Grand Slam • Toony, Paris and that pass • The great Bill McLaren’s final commentary• Doddie Weir's Big Entry • The 2019 Calcutta Cup – a match like no other . . . These epic moments feature exclusive interviews with Gregor Townsend, Jim Telfer, Ian Robertson, Ian McLauchlan, Andy Irvine, Alan Lawson, Iain Milne, Jim Calder, John Rutherford, Finlay Calder, Craig Chalmers, David Sole, Tony Stanger, Scott Hastings, Gavin Hastings, Doddie Weir, Rob Wainwright, Gary Armstrong, Kenny Logan, Bryan Redpath, Chris Paterson, Al Kellock, Sean Maitland and many others. Enjoy a host of brilliant anecdotes and remarkable insights into the controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these 100 GREAT SCOTTISH RUGBY MOMENTS. "All the key moments from the last 50 years of Scottish rugby are captured . . . 100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments will definitely bring back some truly great memories for you." GARY ARMSTRONG OBE

Simply Red

Author: John Scally

Publisher: Black & White Publishing Ltd

Published: 2021-11-18

Total Pages: 309

ISBN-13: 1785303317

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'It's a funny old game.' - JIMMY GREAVES From golden balls to golden balls-ups, this kit bag of double entendres, outrageous quips and quotes is guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. A must for all Man Utd fans. 'SIMPLY RED captures many of the laughs associated with Manchester United.' - KEN DOHERTY 'A must-read not just for United fans, but for every football fan out there!' - SIMON DELANEY