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# suftum - Today’s News
Back row blow: Sean O’Brien ruled out of Pro12 final clash with Ulster
Warren Gatland revealed that the openside’s knee is badly bruised, but Brian O’Driscoll is set to return this week.
# suftum - Friday 10 May, 2013
Spence honoured as Trimble awarded Player of the Year in Ulster
‘Although he is no longer here in person, his spirit continues to inspire and motivate each and every member of the squad.’
# suftum - Tuesday 7 May, 2013
‘Rory Best didn’t have anyone fighting his Lions case, others did’
Ulster coach Mark Anscombe felt the need to speak up for his hooker following his exclusion for Warren Gatland’s home nations squad.
# suftum - Sunday 14 April, 2013
More of the same from try-scoring Bowe and he’ll be a Lion this summer
‘He will hopefully do enough to convince Warren Gatland he warrants a seat on the plane,” said the Ulster coach Mark Anscombe.
# suftum - Saturday 13 April, 2013
Anscombe: “We can rest over the weekend and smile, knowing we’re back on top”
Ulster’s home playoff destiny is securely in their hands after they recorded an emphatic, bonus point win over Newport Gwent Dragons.
# suftum - Friday 12 April, 2013
Welcome back, Tommy! Bowe on the mark as Ulster go top of the Pro12
Ulster claimed a bonus point win against the Dragons in Ravenhill tonight while Connacht beat Edinburgh on the road.
‘After last week, the guys want to prove a point’ – Ulster’s Robbie Diack
The back-row wants to put Dragons to the sword and confirm a Pro12 semi-final slot.
# suftum - Thursday 11 April, 2013
Young Player of the Year award to be named after Nevin Spence
Ulster’s Rory Best paid tribute to IRUPA for the honour and his dear departed teammate.
# suftum - Saturday 6 April, 2013
‘He’s a nightmare for anyone to be up against’ – Pienaar on Gilroy’s magic feet
It is almost a year since the Ulster winger announced himself to Europe with a stunning try against Munster.
# suftum - Tuesday 2 April, 2013
Heineken Cup: Marshall and Afoa ready to face Saracens at Twickenham
Ulster have been buoyed by a win in Dublin, positive fitness updates and reports of a large contingent of travelling fans.
# suftum - Wednesday 13 March, 2013
Eastern promise: Stephen Ferris linked with Japan switch
The injured blindside’s contract expires this summer.
# suftum - Thursday 7 March, 2013
Luke Marshall keen to put ‘surreal’ debut behind him and take on France
The young Ulster centre says Philippe Saint-Andre’s men will be ‘wounded and hurting’ as they hunt for their first points of this year’s tournament.
# suftum - Tuesday 15 January, 2013
‘This season feels different to others’ – Trimble on Ulster’s drive for success
The winger made his 150th cap for the province on Friday as Ulster beat Glasgow.
# suftum - Tuesday 8 January, 2013
Luke Marshall set for surgery as Ulster weigh up back-line options
The young centre fractured his finger on Friday and will not get a chance to join the international camp this month.
# suftum - Saturday 5 January, 2013
VIDEO: Andrew Trimble’s game-breaking try against Scarlets
Soft hands, tight angles, can’t lose.
# suftum - Thursday 3 January, 2013
Team news: Ruan Pienaar back to partner Paddy Jackson in table-toppers clash
The South African starts at scrum-half for the Friday visit of Scarlets to Ravenhill.
Heineken Cup battles look out of reach for injured Ferris
The Ulster flanker is hopeful of a return in time for Ireland’s Six Nations campaign.
# suftum - Sunday 30 December, 2012
Anscombe backs young Ulstermen after Thomond defeat
“It will count later in the year for us when we’ll need them again,” the Kiwi coach said after losing for the second time this season.
# suftum - Monday 24 December, 2012
Craig Gilroy: All I want for Christmas is Paddy Jackson
Looks like the flying Ulsterman might get his wish.
Half-term report: How our provinces have shaped up so far
We’re at the midway point of the season, time to see where we all stand.
# suftum - Saturday 22 December, 2012
VIDEO: This Andrew Trimble try was the best thing about Ulster’s win over Leinster
Watch out for the massive dummied pass from Paul Marshall.
Pro12: We wanted to use our scrum as a weapon says victorious Court
The Ulster prop feels the 27-19 win over Leinster proves his side are genuine trophy contenders.
# suftum - Wednesday 19 December, 2012
Heineken Cup: Castres flanker Diarra suspended for Ulster clash
The French international was today handed an eight-week ban for stamping during Sunday’s win over Glasgow.
Leinster looking to laugh off defeat as attention turns north
“What’s done is done”, say Eoin Reddan as he focuses on the imminent Pro12 clash with ulster.
# suftum - Friday 14 December, 2012
Heineken Cup: 3 things to look out for this weekend
European dreams could be shattered for three of Ireland’s four representatives.
The Saints are coming: Henderson moves to lock as Ulster make just 1 enforced change
Chris Henry will captain the side as they look to take another step towards sealing a home quarter final.
# suftum - Wednesday 12 December, 2012
Trimble to hold off Gilroy challenge and win 50th European cap
The Ulster winger has responded positively to his international axing.
# suftum - Saturday 8 December, 2012
‘A bit of a statement’: Ulster show their worth
There was nothing lucky about Ulster’s 13th consecutive win, this was an exceptional tactical display.
# suftum - Friday 7 December, 2012
As it happened: Northampton v Ulster, Heineken Cup
We brought the minute-by-minute coverage, Ulster brought the house down.
Heineken Cup: 3 key battles Ulster must win against Northampton
There’s more than just a winning streak on the line.
# suftum - Tuesday 4 December, 2012
Heineken Cup: Anscombe certain Ulster can move out of survival mode
This Friday’s away trip to Northampton will require the continent’s in-form team to up their game even further.
# suftum - Thursday 29 November, 2012
‘Paddy Jackson has a serious international career ahead of him’ – Paul Marshall
The Ulster out-half will soon provide Jonathan Sexton with the main threat for the Ireland 10 jersey.
# suftum - Wednesday 28 November, 2012
It’s impossible for Kidney to ignore young Ulster stars – Ian Humphreys
The London Irish out-half has predicted bright international futures for his former teammates.
# suftum - Tuesday 27 November, 2012
Back to the day job: Craig Gilroy digs in for Ravenhill revamp
And there’s *fully qualified digger operator Rory Best in the background. (*Double-check with Ulster)
# suftum - Sunday 25 November, 2012
‘I can’t control it’: Gilroy walking on air after debut dream come true
The winger was determined to make the most of his chance yesterday, saying, “who knows when I’ll get that opportunity again?”
# suftum - Sunday 18 November, 2012
Pro12: Ulster leave it late, but keep up perfect start to season
A late Niall O’Connor conversion sealed the 25-27 win in Parma.
# suftum - Thursday 1 November, 2012
Pro12: Ulster pair Marshall and Pienaar as half backs for Edinburgh visit
Ricky Andrew will start at fullback as the impressive Jared Payne moves into the centre to partner Paddy Wallace.
# suftum - Wednesday 31 October, 2012
Pro12: Ireland trio granted leave to line out for Ulster on Friday
Stephen Ferris, Paul Marshall and Craig Gilroy have been allowed to play Edinburgh at Ravenhill.
# suftum - Monday 22 October, 2012
Heineken Cup: Winning ugly is a thing of beauty for unbeaten Ulster
The wins just keep on coming for Mark Anscombe’s men and the Dragons are next to be slayed.
# suftum - Tuesday 16 October, 2012
Ferris and Williams in contention to face Glasgow Warriors
The back row duo have handed Ulster coach Mark Anscombe a boost ahead of their Pool 4 clash.



























































