AIL can be alright on the night, says Ford

TOP Irish club rugby coach Steve Ford believes Friday or Saturday night fixtures could boost flagging crowd numbers in the AIB All-Ireland League (AIL).

Ford has coached in every division and makes his debut in Division 1A today when his Dolphin outfit face old rivals Cork Constitution at Musgrave Park (2.30pm).

This one is sure to bring out the fans, but Ford believes it is time to consider Friday night slots which have proved so popular at different levels of the game over the past few years.