Sunday, November 26, 2006

IRB Awards

The IRB Awards in association with Emirates Airline take place in Glasgow, Scotland on Sunday night when the winner of the prestigious IRB Player of the Year will be announced.

New Zealand fly half and previous winner Dan Carter, Australia full back Chris Latham, New Zealand captain Richie McCaw, Ireland second row Paul O’Connell and South Africa scrum half Fourie du Preez are all nominated for the top individual accolade at the Awards, being held this year at the historic Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in the heart of Glasgow city centre.

The IRB Player of the Year is one of 12 categories of awards that include the IRB Coach of the Year, IRB Team of the Year, IRB Sevens Player of the Year, IRB Sevens Team of the Year and IRB Women’s Personality of the Year. The event also recognises Age Grade Rugby and there is a special Spirit of Rugby award which honours outstanding contribution to the Game.

The glittering ceremony will also see the announcement of the inaugural inductees into the IRB Hall of Fame.

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