'It's been a mixed bag' - Prendergast named Six Nations' Rising Player for 2025

Sam Prendergast picks up top award after 'tough experience' of first Six Nations

Sam Prendergast described his first Six Nations as a ‘mixed bag’ after receiving a top award after Ireland’s tournament finale against Italy. The young out-half had started the first four games of the tournament for Simon Easterby before making way for Jack Crowley for Saturday’s trip to Rome to take on Italy. Crowley operated at No10 to begin with against the Italians before Prendergast came into the action to add his nous with 16 minutes remai…

Irish Rugby | Prendergast Wins Inaugural BKT Rising Player Award

After playing his part in four wins out of five, Ireland out-half Sam Prendergast has won the inaugural BKT Rising Player award in the Guinness Men’s Six Nations Championship. The BKT Rising Player award was introduced this year to celebrate players who have made significant contributions to their team throughout the Six Nations, and celebrate […]

'It's been a mixed bag' - Prendergast named Six Nations' Rising Player for 2025

The 22-year-old Ireland out-half was in reflective form after two difficult weeks for Simon Easterby’s side.