A cousin of mine is fond of telling a story from a day in school long ago, when her class was tasked with a question to take home to their parents: what was the most memorable event in their lives?

If the big matches are confined to Thomond Park then a sense of detachment is encouraged, particularly if a larger facility is available in Cork, writes Michael Moynihan.

Last week, Colm Greaves had a terrific piece in this paper speculating on what Charles Haughey’s political and personal career would have been like if he’d retained a financial interest in a lucrative filly he sold on, Ballidaress.

It was another time and another place. The proof? Yours truly in a position of responsibility, teaching a class in northern California, writes Michael Moynihan.

This week Michael Moynihan tackles the controversial issue of gender equality in sport.

How tricky is it for these managers to deal with players from a different generation, asks Michael Moynihan.