The Xcessible Youth Sport Initiative, launched by the IRFU and CARA in January, is taking off around the country. One example of its success is Our Lady of Good Counsel School in Ballincollig where Munster Rugby recently introduced an adapted version of Tag rugby to the pupils.

Portumna have made great strides in building girls rugby in the area this season. Ireland international Nora Stapleton visited the club recently to see how they are getting on.

The IRFU Medical Department has developed a series of videos highlighting the importance of proper management of concussion in the domestic game.

Rory Scannell of Dolphin RFC has been announced as the Ulster Bank League Division 1A Rising Star of the Month for January. He will now be shortlisted for the overall Ulster Bank Rising Star of the Year honour at the Ulster Bank League Awards, taking place in May.