The Energia AIL title race is tightening… but one team still hasn’t blinked.

In This Episode:

Maeve Óg O’Leary is joined by Christy Haney to break down Rounds 14 & 15 of the Energia AIL and the table is starting to show clear separation.

UL Bohemian remain perfect.

Blackrock College keep the pressure on.

Railway Union are peaking at the right time.

And Wicklow have thrown a serious curveball into the race.

With dominant scorelines, gritty defensive battles, and standout individual performances, we ask: are the tiers now locked in — or is there one more twist before the knockouts?

🔥 UL Bohemian go 15 from 15 with another ruthless display

💪 Railway Union drop 82 points and look dangerous heading into the run-in

⚫ Blackrock College continue their relentless chase

⚡ Wicklow stun Old Belvedere with a powerful second-half performance

📊 The league table taking real shape as semi-final spots tighten

🎯 Three hat-trick heroes: Leah Tarpey, Clara Barrett & Grace Browne Moran

🎙️ Christy Haney on the AIL as a proving ground and the rise of girls’ rugby

As we enter the closing rounds, the big questions are sharpening:

• Can anyone stop UL before the knockouts?

• Are Blackrock close enough to strike?

• Are Railway peaking at exactly the right time?

• Who grabs the final semi-final spot and with what momentum?

📺 Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJbsJJU7W-M

For Energia AIL highlights, Irish women’s rugby analysis, standout stars and club stories you’re in the right place.

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Episode 5 of the Her Sport Energia AIL Show is here!

Hosted by Maeve Óg O’Leary and joined in studio by Ireland international Eve Higgins, this is our first show of 2026 as we catch up on a huge block of league action and where the Energia All-Ireland League now stands after Round 13.

With nearly two months of rugby to unpack, patterns are emerging, pressure is building, and the race to the Aviva is starting to feel very real.

In This Episode:
🏉 Full Energia AIL Round 13 recap – key results, standout performances and what they mean
🔥 The top four pull clear – UL Bohemian, Blackrock College, Railway Union and Old Belvedere set the pace
⚡ Railway Union’s nine-game winning streak – momentum, confidence and control
📈 UL Bohemian remain unbeaten – can anyone stop them?
📉 Survival pressure builds – Ennis’ huge late away win, Cooke and Tullow under pressure
⭐ Standout Players from Round 13 and recent weeks
🎙️ Eve Higgins on Irish camp, Six Nations build-up and her own Energia AIL journey
💚 Beth Buttimer on her road to the green jersey, injury recovery and rugby inspiration
🔮 Round 14 preview – fixtures, match-ups and what to watch this weekend

If you’re looking for:Energia AIL highlightsIrish women’s rugby analysisPlayer interviews & behind-the-scenes insightWomen’s rugby news in Ireland

You’re in the right place.

Episode 4 of the Her Sport Energia AIL Show is here!

With a massive two-round breakdown of Ireland’s women’s rugby league. Maeve Óg O’Leary is joined by Old Belvedere star Ruth Campbell to unwrap all the festive chaos from Rounds 7 & 8 statement wins, late drama, standout tries, and the players shaping the title race heading into the mid-season break.

In this episode:

💥 Railway Union and UL Bohemian explode with back-to-back emphatic performances

🔥 A jaw-dropping Railway Union rout that lit up Round 7

😮 UL Bohemian pile on the points again with a relentless attack and clinical finishing

🟢 Old Belvedere complete a huge comeback to edge Galwegians in a thriller

📈 Blackrock College keep rolling with dominant wins and big individual showings

⚡ Wicklow bounce back in Round 8 with a seven-try surge

🎙️ Aoibheann Hahessy interview: Ennis insight, season journey & club life

🔮 Round 9 fixtures preview + key storylines to watch

For Energia AIL highlights, Irish women’s rugby analysis, standout stars, and club stories, you’re in the right place.

#WeAreRugby #ThinkOfThePossibilities

Episode 3 of the Her Sport Energia AIL Show is here!

Hosted by Maeve Óg O’Leary and joined this week by UL Bohemian star Alana McInerney, we break down two massive rounds of AIL action with HUGE scores, a FOUR-TRY performance, and one of the biggest shock results of the season.

This episode dives into everything from UL Bohemian’s unbeaten streak to Ennis’ historic Round 6 win, plus exclusive insight from Railway Union’s Hannah Scanlan on life inside one of Ireland’s top women’s rugby environments.

Two rounds. Big storylines. Rising stars. Serious rugby.

💥 98-0 shocker in Round 5 - the biggest statement win of the season

🔥 Emma Donnelly scores FOUR tries as Ennis make history

🟥 UL Bohemian stay UNBEATEN - title race pressure rising

📈 Old Belvedere & Blackrock heat up with back-to-back dominant wins

⚡ Railway Union build momentum with strong attacking performances

🎙️ Interview: Hannah Scanlan on her journey, leadership & club life

🌟 Standout Performers - the names you need to know from R5 & R6

🔮 Round 7 Preview - fixtures, predictions & key storylines

Energia AIL highlights

Women’s rugby analysis

Irish rugby news & player insights

Behind-the-scenes stories from Ireland’s top clubs

Emerging stars in Irish women’s rugby

You’re in the right place.

In This Episode:If you’re looking for:

Episode 2 of the Her Sport Energia AIL Show is here!

Hosted by Maeve Óg O’Leary and joined this week by Irish Rugby star Niamh O’Dowd, we bring you all the action, insight and personality from the latest rounds of the Energia All-Ireland League Women’s Division and a look inside Niamh’s journey following the Rugby World Cup.

This week was packed with big score lines, breakthrough performances and emerging storylines as the league starts to take shape.

In This Episode:

🏉 Full Round 3 & Round 4 Energia AIL recap - scores, momentum shifts and key table changes

🔥 Galwegians & UL Bohemian continue their unbeaten run – who will blink first?

📉 Ennis face their biggest challenge yet after a tough Round 4

⚡ Railway Union score 99 points - is this the moment their season turns around?

🌍 Niamh O’Dowd joins Maeve to talk life after the Rugby World Cup, mindset, recovery, and what’s ahead this season

⭐ Standout Performers of the Week - top try scorers and game changers

🔮 Round 5 preview - fixtures, rivalries and what to watch out for

If you’re looking for:

1. Energia AIL highlights

2. Irish women’s rugby analysis

3. Player interviews & behind-the-scenes insights

4. Women’s rugby news in Ireland

You’re in the right place.

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Welcome to Episode 1 of the brand NEW season of the Her Sport Energia AIL Show, hosted by Maeve Óg O’Leary and joined on today's episode by Anna Caplice.

Recapping a HUGE summer of #WomensRugby from the #WomensRugbyWorldCup, to the Interpros and now BACK to where it all happens, CLUB rugby in the #EnergiaAIL.

In this episode we cover:

The Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025; record breaking crowds, the Green Wave, the Red Roses and the standout moments

We turn our attention to the Energia AIL Round 1 and 2, hearing about Ennis' dream start and more... including Cooke's best post-match food!

Tune in, you won't want to miss this.

If you’re searching for women’s rugby analysis, Irish rugby news, or Energia AIL highlights, this is your home for it.

#WeAreRugby #ThinkOfThePossibilities

Co-owner of Her Sport, Niamh Tallon, spoke with Darina Dunne, Chairperson of the Irish Physical Activity Alliance (IPAA), about Budget 2026 and how it could shape the future of public health, fitness, and the wellness sector in Ireland. In this insightful conversation, Darina discusses how government policy and fiscal decisions can influence the nation’s approach to physical activity from potential tax relief on gym memberships and funding for community fitness programmes to the broader role of sport and exercise in preventive healthcare.

Irish multi-event athlete Kate O'Connor joins us to reflect on her historic European Indoor bronze medal and what it means to her. She shares insights into her training, mindset, and support as she prepares for the World Championships in China. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with one of Ireland’s brightest athletes!

The AIL season is heating up with high-stakes battles, relegation drama, and teams fighting for their place! Plus, major buzz around the Lions Tour and a rugby pundit scandal shaking the sport. We break it all down—don’t miss it#ThinkOfThePossibilities #EnergiaAILWicklow RFC feature: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEaqzs1Nzs4Time Stamps 00:00 Intro 01:03 Carol Isherwood & Lions Tour04:05 Celebrity Scrum05:15 Round 15 Review07:11 Round 16 Review10:38 Lindsay Peat Interview 14:39 Round 16 17:18 Match Fixtures19:41 Womens RWC20:27 Alex O'Brien Interview25:49 US Rugby Surge27:06 Ilona Maher departure from Brisol Bears28:04 Pundit Scandal28:29 OutroKeep Up To Date With The Latest Women's Sport Newshttps://hersport.ie Check out the Her Sport channelsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hersport.ieTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hersportTwitter - https://twitter.com/HerSportDotIEWho Are We?Her Sport is a media platform dedicated to highlighting the latest news in Irish and international women’s sports. Her Sport aims to empower women in sport, inspire more female participation, increase opportunity and level the playing field for future generations by creating real and tangible change in the realm of sports in Ireland and beyond. Contact us:[email protected]

CO hosts Niamh Tallon and Hannah Tyrrell break down the biggest moments in women's rugby, from the Celtic Challenge to the Guinness Women’s Six Nations squad announcement!Celtic Challenge Update – Irish Wolfhounds & Clovers dominate! 🏆Six Nations Squad Revealed – Who made the cut? Who’s missing? AIL Round 12 & 13 Recap – Key results, top try-scorers & league standings International Rugby News – Fiji Rugby controversy & USA’s first pro women’s rugby league Plus, we highlight standout performances from Dannah O’Brien, Maggie Boylan, and many more!Round 14 Preview – What to expect this weekendTimestamps0:00 Intro0:46 Celtic Challenge8:24 Six nations announcement16:00 Round 12 Review17:46 Goat of Rugby19:10 Round 13 Review31:30 Round 14 Preview32:35 Fiji Rugby Union Director Fired38:34 Relationships within teams43:15 Women's first professional rugby league46:14 Threats that other international leagues have on Ireland51:12 Leinster documentary Series52:38 Eimear Considine reason for retiring Keep Up To Date With The Latest Women's Sport Newshttps://hersport.ie Check out the Her Sport channelsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hersport.ieTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hersportTwitter - https://twitter.com/HerSportDotIEWho Are We?Her Sport is a media platform dedicated to highlighting the latest news in Irish and international women’s sports. Her Sport aims to empower women in sport, inspire more female participation, increase opportunity and level the playing field for future generations by creating real and tangible change in the realm of sports in Ireland and beyond. Contact us:[email protected]