The Graduate’s Memorial Building is famed predominantly for the Wednesday and Thursday night debates held by the College’s Historical and Philosophical societies, respectively. It is a landmark associated with rhetoric, oratory, wine receptions, guest speakers and intellectual exercise. However, once …
Sport
Three in a row: A conversation with Trinity’s own All Ireland Winner
Rachael Fleming talks about her love of sport, the excitement of the final and the work still to do in promoting women’s sports
Over the course of the summer, it is impossible to live in Dublin without noticing the hustle and bustle generated by the final stages of the All Ireland competitions. Drumcondra residents dare not move their cars as the masses descend …
Despite a brief comeback, brave DUFC fall to UCC
An early deficit proved too much for the home side in atrocious conditions
DUFC: 20
UCC: 30
A late comeback was not enough for Dublin University FC (DUFC), who kicked off their All-Ireland League campaign today with a loss at home to University College Cork (UCC). A torrential and consistent downpour left loyal …
Stephen Kenny brings a new era of Irish Football
Can Ireland master the free-flowing football of the under-21 side?
Over the years, Irish soccer fans have become accustomed to a brand of football which, to be generous, lacks any entertainment value. For decades, Irish teams have set up to defend against minnows and superpowers alike, have been more effective …
Out of left field: Trinity Touch Rugby
A closer look at one of Trinity’s newest societies
Rugby in Ireland has never been bigger. With domestic and national teams excelling at every level, it is almost impossible not to get caught up in the swell of excitement. However, one of the major objections people have when it …
Wheelchair fencing rolls up in style at DU Fencing
The club details why other sport societies should make accessibility a priority
You’ve heard of wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby and many other paralympic sports, but wheelchair fencing is not something that quickly springs to mind when we think of wheelchair sports. DU Fencing hopes to change this perception with their introduction of …
Wanderers’ birthday ruined by Trinity triumphs
Both the Men’s and Women’s teams were victorious in the Aviva
Wanderers Women – 7 Wanderers Men – 13
DUFC Women – 36 DUFC Men – 33
Walking into the Aviva was a surreal experience. A small dedicated crowd of fans and family walked into a huge, empty stadium awaiting the …
Erica Markey: Trinity’s Latest Hockey Heroine
The Ladies Co-Captain discusses her Euros experience, the season ahead, and the exciting future for women in sport
Erica Markey’s rise to the forefront of Trinity’s eclectic sports scene has been rapid, but far from surprising. This becomes apparent as soon as one takes a closer look at her upbringing. When quizzed about how she got into sport, …
Rugby World Cup 2019: Ireland’s quest to conquer the quarter finals
With a clash looming against either New Zealand or South Africa, can Ireland manage to break their curse?
Ireland have appeared at every Rugby World Cup since the competition’s inception in 1987. Now as the ninth iteration of the tournament approaches, Ireland are still searching for their first quarter final victory. Circumstances and excuses abound every four years …
The Curious Case of Megan Rapinoe
The polarising US soccer star who is transcending her sport
Following the USA’s second consecutive triumph at the Women’s World Cup in July, Megan Rapinoe has become a household name. Despite being the top scorer in the tournament with six goals and the Golden Ball winner, Rapinoe’s rapid rise to …