Richard McElwee

Director of Communications & Legal Affairs 🎤🗂🏉@RugbyPlayersIRE - All views my own.

[Richard McElwee @mceltweets]

My family have served the #local #community for almost 50 years and continue to do so, especially today.

Please be mindful of #pharmacy (& all) protocol at this time.

I know you’re doing what you can to protect loved ones.

So am I.

#COVID2019IRELAND #Coronavirus

[Ulster Rugby @UlsterRugby]

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Ulster Rugby player, Russell Nelson.

Russell made 30 senior appearances for the province after joining Ulster in 2000. Alongside his provincial career, Russell captained Ballymena RFC to All-Ireland League success in 2003, an achievement that holds a special place in the club’s history and stands as a lasting testament to his leadership and character.

He will be remembered with great respect by teammates, supporters and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Our heartfelt condolences are with Russell’s family and friends during this difficult time.

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

"It is incumbent on us to engage with the relevant stakeholders to ensure steps are taken to better safeguard our athletes and provide them with the environment to thrive in their sports and in their lives."

@PFAIOfficial @gaelicplayers @Irish_Jockeys
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[Laois Today @LaoisToday]

CJ McCann was just 21-months-old when he lost his battle with ATRT...

https://t.co/s4qyMLZw6k

[European Athletes & Players Association @EUAthletes]

A New Identity ⚡️

We may look a little different but our mission remains the same.

We look forward to empowering, supporting & advocating for our athletes & players as the European Athletes & Players Association 🤝

#BeyondAthletes

[RTÉ News @rtenews]

Parents of child cancer patients have described their "upsetting and frustrating" experiences of delayed medical appointments https://t.co/PGH1EMNb7k

[TYF @TYFIreland]

“As a child I quickly realised that the goal wasn’t to run up the hill, it was to run over it”🏃🏻‍♀️

Honoured to have met @soniaagrith at a #wellbeing session facilitated by @Zurich_Irl

Don’t just get through the challenge, conquer it 👍🏻

#TackleYourFeelings

[RL Cares @RLCares]

We are thrilled to be teaming up with our friends at @RugbyPlayersIRE for a fantastic 300-mile cross-code cycling challenge in the Emerald Isle in June, the #WildAtlanticAdventure!

#rugbyleague #rugbyunion

Full details here 👇

https://t.co/tLntfEp7VP

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

We are delighted to be the first country to launch a new #BrainHealth Service in partnership with @WorldRugby

The initiative has been developed to support former elite players who have concerns about their brain health.

#MoreThanAPlayer
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[TYF @TYFIreland]

On the Road Again 🛣️

Temi, Aitzol & TYF visited @mercynewross who have completed the TYF Schools Programme.

The girls were keen to learn with questions ranging from dealing with pre-match nerves… to how many #weetabix the lads will have for breakfast! 🥣

#TackleYourFeelings

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

Creating an Environment that allows our Players to Thrive.

At a meeting of our Executive Board, we discussed the importance of our Collective Bargaining Agreement with @IrishRugby 🤝

#MoreThanAPlayer

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

Representative Bodies unite to form Irish Athletes Alliance ☘️

Our athletes will benefit from shared knowledge and collective lobbying.

@RugbyPlayersIRE 🤝 @gaelicplayers 🤝 @Irish_Jockeys 🤝 @PFAIOfficial

More here👉 https://t.co/Pw3A5f3cge

#MoreThanAPlayer

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

From humble beginnings to a leading force on the global rugby stage 🌍

By uniting our players, we believe Ireland is the very best place in the world to play rugby 🏉

Represent. Develop. Engage.

#MoreThanAPlayer

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

Strategy Planning ♟️

Our thanks to @TomParsons_8 of @gaelicplayers for facilitating our discussions.

@druidsglen delightful hosts 🙌🏻

#MoreThanAPlayer

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

"We feel this CBA addresses the needs of players at all professional levels in Ireland."

Renewal of Collective Agreement between @IrishRugby & @RugbyPlayersIRE features enhanced benefits for all contracted rugby players in Ireland.

#MoreThanAPlayer
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[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

“I'm not the kind of person to give up."

Following the demise of @JerseyRedsRugby, @Peter_Sullivan1 is ready and waiting for his next opportunity.

#MoreThanAPlayer

Read⬇️
https://t.co/0fkou8Bf4F

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

With a degree in Chemical Engineering coming not long after agreeing a new @UlsterRugby deal, @Jake99Flannery is proof that success on and off the field is possible 🌟

Great to chat to Jake about his journey through @UL 🟢

#MoreThanAPlayer
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[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

"I’ve had my moments. 9 months is a long time if you look at it that way but I've started to reframe it as an opportunity"

Days after #Olympic qualification, Anna McGann sustained a long-term injury. We wish her a speedy recovery 🫶

📰➡️https://t.co/W3pF11X7bB

#MoreThanAPlayer

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

🤝 Empowering Ireland's Rugby Players! 🤝

Rugby Players Ireland is thrilled to join forces with @MSLMotorGroup

Together we aim to empower Ireland's #rugby players at every stage of their journey 🏉💚

#MoreThanAPlayer #GoGreen

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

Share the Load 💚

With #RWC2023 kicking off as schools reopen, @TYFIreland brought @tadhgfurlong back to @GCC_NewRoss a little early to reflect on his time as a student & the supportive role played by his teachers.

#TackleYourFeelings

[RugbyPlayersIreland @RugbyPlayersIRE]

🙌🏻 Although it may have been a lonely journey at times, it’s been a journey that has changed Irish women’s sport.

☘️☘️☘️ Come on you girls in green!

@gaelicplayers