Marist Athlone, competiting in their seventh schools final, stayed in the fight until the end but lacked the finishing power of their opponents
Connacht Rugby
Ireland and Connacht back hopes to be fit for summer tour after dislocating his shoulder playing against Munster in the URC on New Year’s Day
Young centre has impressed for the province after being highlighted as a strong prospect at U20 level
Pete Wilkins’s side were deserving winners against the Welsh outfit
Both Byrnes start for Leinster as they visit Cardiff without Six Nations players
Forwards coach Colm Tucker says the news came just as Connacht players were about to start their scrummaging session
Western province welcome the return of Byron Ralston after suspension
The Counter Ruck podcast: Mike Bubbins joins the podcast to discuss the current state of Welsh rugby
Western province escape Wales with victory despite error-ridden display
Just three points separate Connacht in ninth position and Cardiff in 12th, so there is much at stake
Hooker Eoghan Clarke has signed a one-year deal for next season
Defence coach Scott Fardy says Six Nations has given Connacht the time to refocus preparations for the next block of URC games
Mack Hansen remains sidelined with no update on shoulder injury
Former Irish rugby international and sporting ecumenist Johnny O'Connor is enjoying his most reaching fitness coaching role – this time with Galway's hurlers
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