Nacewa bags Player of the Year gong

ISA NACEWA capped a glittering night for Leinster as he became the first overseas player to be named Bord Gáis Energy Irish Rugby Union Players’ Association (IRUPA) Players’ Player of the Year.

Nacewa bags Player of the Year gong

The Auckland-born full-back — one of five players from the province to pick up an award last night, topped the poll after a season where he has played a crucial part in helping the Blues reach the Heineken Cup final and the Magners League play-off.

However, Nacewa, who also helped Leinster to 2009 Heineken Cup success, was keen to share the plaudits with his team-mates.

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