Time to dust off the Christmas cobwebs and get back at it. Here is a collection of some pretty good articles from elsewhere over the past few weeks.
Anthony Watson Out To Seize Chance by Donald McRae
Nice interview with England’s newest winger who looks certain to make the World Cup.
There Is Life After A Drugs Ban by Jim White
Harry Allen has returned to rugby with London Irish after a year of purgatory.
Size Doesn’t Matter by Chris Hewett
The case for Christian Wade’s inclusion in the England side.
The 2014 Eagles Awards by Alex Goff
A few too many ‘participation’ categories, but some deserved winners otherwise.
Teams Have Worked Me Out by Delme Parfitt
Not much writing here, just Alex Cuthbert coming to grips with his stale form. Time for a change of scenery?
Rugby Emerging As A Global Sport by Emma Storey
Another rugby piece in the NY Times has to be a good thing. Some interesting answers in this Q&A.
French-Born Kerryman Destined For The Top by Declan Rooney
A good introduction to promising Connacht second row Ultan Dillane.
The Colossus At Glasgow’s Heart by Tom English
Josh Strauss has been excellent for Warriors. Next up Scotland?
Benvon Parfrey Quietly Had A Big Impact On Rugby by John Browne
Condolences to one of the pillars of the Canadian rugby fraternity.
A Wonderful Window Into The Heart Of Professional Sport by Liam Toland
…and as well to Leinster for the passing of Anne McInerney.
