I'm absolutely delighted if that' true about Heenan. Always thought the idea of him going to Munster was far fetched
I think the guy on boards who first posted the story about him leaving, should be a little more cautious with posting everything he hears.

that's great news about Heenan, I've noticed since he's returned that I he's slightly modified his game in order to protect himself. not a bad thing. Himself and Nepia can do a great job for us, in fact I would'nt be surprised to see Muldoon playing a few games less next year with Heenan switching to No.6, I would still like us to sign a big bulldozing no.8. I suppose maybe someone who can play 2nd row as well.

Shelflife wrote:
Heenan U turn apparently, seems like hes staying now.

That would be absolutely fantastic news.

Cant see why Cooney would go to Ulster to sit behind Ruan.

His best option is to stay in Connacht and have a run at Marmion, Leinster didnt want him so going back there he will always play second fiddle as well.

Hope he stays as I think hes a cracking player.

Heenan U turn apparently, seems like hes staying now.

sligsup wrote: There are rumours on the Leinster board that John Cooney is heading for Ulster.

Ulster fans can't seem to decide whether they're getting Porter or Cooney.

They're certain that something is a "done deal", but they're just not entirely sure what.

I'd say there's a good chance that whichever one we hold onto will surpass the other next season.

There are rumours on the Leinster board that John Cooney is heading for Ulster.

Evil_g wrote: www.the42.ie/conor-carey-connacht-dave-h...nan-2646841-Mar2016/

Interestingly for Connacht fans, CEO Willie Ruane has promised that there will be confirmation of further new signings in the coming weeks.

“Recruitment and retention is ongoing and as our squad continues to evolve, we intend to have more announcements in the coming weeks,” said Ruane.

You'd sort of expect some alright, especially with a Champions Cup place nearly in the bag and so many players likely being tied up by the National Team Squad demands.We need a bit more resiliency next season especially when we remember that this season over half the whole squad was on the treatment table and unavailable the week we played Newcastle away in Challenge Cup..

Definitely well-deserved for Dave Heff, he's been brilliant this season. Don't know much about Carey but glad to get him in the squad. I was still feeling a lingering annoyance about Rodney leaving until witnessing his 'cameo' in Edinburgh. Shocking altogether.

www.the42.ie/conor-carey-connacht-dave-h...nan-2646841-Mar2016/

Interestingly for Connacht fans, CEO Willie Ruane has promised that there will be confirmation of further new signings in the coming weeks.

“Recruitment and retention is ongoing and as our squad continues to evolve, we intend to have more announcements in the coming weeks,” said Ruane.

connachta wrote:

sea_point wrote:

connachta wrote: I posted this one month and five days ago on the "new TH" thread

connachta wrote: Conor Carey is the one to enlist. Nottingham TH, highly rated 24 y o, probably on low money...

Woohooo I was right, in Carey we trust :woohoo:

Not sure what you're most happy about Connachta...

Good signing though, will be interesting to see what Pat, Jimmy and skills team can do to improve his skills in line with a very different style of play to Championship...

I love good predictions, but I love Connacht more!!
He'll be 25 (not 24) when the season starts. New Bealham prospect, same age!

Ah, but I didn't say which September.... :lol:

Don't now anything about him but he is young and Irish so hopefully can be developed along.

I hope this is the start now of announcing contracts and new signings.

I would certainly hope for at least one exciting new signing. Perhaps not going to be a Craig Clarke or Bundee Aki type of signing but someone exciting that adds to the momentum, rather than squad fillers.

Feels a bit like that early ACT Brumbies team lately!!!

Lods of those videos. Don't forget he was only 21 at the time, and was playing for relegated Ealing

sea_point wrote:

connachta wrote: I posted this one month and five days ago on the "new TH" thread

connachta wrote: Conor Carey is the one to enlist. Nottingham TH, highly rated 24 y o, probably on low money...

Woohooo I was right, in Carey we trust :woohoo:

Not sure what you're most happy about Connachta...

Good signing though, will be interesting to see what Pat, Jimmy and skills team can do to improve his skills in line with a very different style of play to Championship...

I love good predictions, but I love Connacht more!!
He'll be 25 (not 24) when the season starts. New Bealham prospect, same age!

connachta wrote: I posted this one month and five days ago on the "new TH" thread

connachta wrote: Conor Carey is the one to enlist. Nottingham TH, highly rated 24 y o, probably on low money...

Woohooo I was right, in Carey we trust :woohoo:

Not sure what you're most happy about Connachta...

Good signing though, will be interesting to see what Pat, Jimmy and skills team can do to improve his skills in line with a very different style of play to Championship...

salmson wrote: Heffernan re-signs. Did I spell that right?

Conor Carey, ex-Ulster academy TH signs from Nottingham.

No detail on length of contract so probably one year for both.

www.connachtrugby.ie/#ConnachtNews

Teacher is happy...

Good stuff, happy for Heff. Tend to forget how young he is in Hooker years...

Carey looks like a useful signing, 24 in September he's been a consistent starter for both championship sides Nottingham & Ealing , Outside of Pro2 it's probably the best learning ground for young forwards, good mix of almost premiership quality and slightly weaker sides....

Had there really been more business done this time last year or does it just seem that way?




[Sorry E_g, that table was killing my eyes...had to do it... ]