Ulster named team of the month for October

Ulster were today rewarded for their unbeaten run throughout October by being named Kukri Celtic rugby team of the month.

Ulster were today rewarded for their unbeaten run throughout October by being named Kukri Celtic rugby team of the month.

Alan Solomons side top the Celtic League and have reached the Celtic Cup semi-finals following a heartstopping clash with Leinster in the last eight which saw them progress courtesy of a superior try-count.

Solomons said: "We've certainly had a good run over the past few weeks and confidence within the side is high. What is particularly pleasing is how our youngsters have come through. They've been given an opportunity and have taken it."

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