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Connacht senior coach fell out of love with game in his 20s after failing to make it as a player
Pierre Villepreux
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Ireland are repeatedly ignoring the essential lessons inside the gain line theory
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Playing in the summer the tip of the iceberg as game drifts further from its core values
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Former stalwarts like ex-Bandon RFC coach Sonnes helping club reclaim its old identity
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Despite their history, famous club no longer enjoy the inherent advantages of yore
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Former Ireland outhalf’s time with Crusaders helping him to master his new trade
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Success built on famed academy and grassroot culture of the club
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French rugby not in a great current state but one lapse in concentration and they remain capable of stealing a match
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