Casey takes Ireland A stateside

Thursday 15th May 2008

Bob Casey: Coming to America (and Canada)

Bob Casey: Coming to America (and Canada)

London Irish skipper Bob Casey has been named captain of Ireland A for next month's Churchill Cup.

The 28-year-old lock will link up with the squad after his involvement with the senior side's match against the Barbarians on May 27.

Former Ireland scrum-half Dave O'Mahony has also been confirmed as coach Allen Clarke's assistant for the tournament.

Ireland A will play USA and England Saxons in Canada on June 11 and14, respectively, with the competition's final scheduled to take place in Chicago on June 21.

Gallery - Durban painted gold

Gold rush: Lote Tuqiri dots down for Australia Captain's innings: Stirling Mortlock seals it for the Wallabies Disgruntled skipper: Victor Matfield is booed off the field