Bradley named Ireland ‘A’ coach

MICHAEL BRADLEY has been re-appointed Ireland ‘A’ rugby coach.

The IRFU yesterday confirmed several appointments for national representative sides ‘A’, U21 and U19 level.

Ireland ‘A’ will play three matches this season in the RBS Six Nations Championship, against France (away), Scotland (home) and England (away).

Connacht coach Bradley will be assisted by Ulster assistant coach Allen Clarke, with Joe Miles acting as manager to the team.

At U21 level, Mark McDermott has been confirmed as Head Coach with Niall O’Shea joining him as team manager.

The Ireland U19 team will be managed by Keith Patten and coached by Charlie McAleese.

He will be assisted by Bobby Byrne and the former Garryowen, Munster and Ireland international centre, Killian Keane.