Ward hoping a win will put the spring back in his step

ULSTER captain Andy Ward will have a chance to savour the unique atmosphere of Thomond Park from the stand before entering the fray in tonight's (7.35) Celtic League semi-final against Munster.

Fri, 03 Jan, 2003 - 00:00

Charlie Mulqueen

The New Zealander has been troubled by a heel injury and coach Alan Solomons

decided the wisest course of action was to use him sparingly in this crucial game for the northern province.

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