It’s been a tough few months for Irish rugby, as you get the feeling that the tide is beginning to go out, and several parts of our game are getting unexpectedly exposed. Projects that appeared well-constructed during high-performance director David Nucifora’s 10-year reign are now looking about as sturdy as a house of cards in a hurricane. A Triple Crown for the senior men’s team and 15 Lions selections are the main highlights in recent months. Add in the current financial pressures; a poor performance against France and Italy; a Wooden Spoon for the U20s; a deflating loss to Scotland for the women’s team; Leinster’s European exit; three provinces treading water in the URC; and a revolving door of the coaching staff…

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