Stephen Byrne presents The Knock On with Scoreline.ie, our regular look at what's happening in the world of rugby in Kilkenny, Carlow and beyond.
Scoreline.ie: The Knock On Rugby Podcast
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Stephen Byrne presents The Knock On with Scoreline.ie, our regular look at what's happening in the world of rugby in Kilkenny, Carlow and beyond.
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Recent Episodes
March 27, 2026
The Knock On - Season 5 - Episode 8
<p>This week on The Knock On, KCLR Sport’s weekly rugby podcast, Stephen Byrne is joined by Paddy Browne of Tullow RFC to break down all the latest action from across the local rugby scene.</p><p><strong>On This Week’s Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Derby Fever:</strong> It’s the big one! We preview the massive <strong>Towns Cup Quarter-Final</strong> as Tullow hosts Carlow. With Tullow coming off a season-best performance against De La Salle Palmerston and Carlow fresh and hungry, will match fitness or freshness win the day?</li><li><strong>History in the Making:</strong> We celebrate a landmark moment as the <strong>Tullow Women</strong> secure their first AIL win in two years. We look ahead to their high-stakes relegation battle against Ennis.</li><li><strong>Underage Excellence:</strong> A massive roundup of the youth circuit—from the U13s reaching a Leinster semi-final to the U16s' thrilling victory over Carlow.</li><li><strong>The Province & The Philosophy:</strong> The lads talk <strong>Leinster</strong>, the loss of RG Snyman, and the big debate: Is Jacques Nienaber’s defensive philosophy holding back Leinster’s natural attacking flair?</li><li><strong>Junior Rugby Roundup:</strong> Updates on the Seconds and Thirds as cup action heats up across the board.</li></ul><p><strong>Don’t miss the crack on the sideline!</strong> Whether you’re heading to the Black Gates or tuning in on the radio, we’ve got everything you need to know before kick-off, the game is also live on KCLR Radio.</p><p><br>We also bring you all the latest youth rugby news and updates from around the region.</p><p>All that and more on The Knock On.</p>
March 20, 2026
The Knock On - Season 5 - Episode 7
<p>This week on The Knock On, KCLR Sport’s weekly rugby podcast, Stephen Byrne is joined by Tom Crotty of Carlow Rugby Club, James Blanchfield from Kilkenny RFC, and Paddy Browne of Tullow RFC to break down all the latest action from across the local rugby scene.</p><p>This week on the pod, we are diving into one of the busiest windows in Leinster rugby. </p><p>We break down <strong>Tullow 1st XV’s</strong> high-stakes trip to Newbridge this Saturday—a must-win play-off against DLSP to keep their Division 1A status alive.</p><p>We also look ahead to the "Big One" at the Black Gates on March 29th. Tullow's <strong>Paddy Browne</strong> tells us why he’s looking over his shoulder at a surging <strong>Co. Carlow</strong> side. Can the Oak Park men pull off a heist in Tullow?</p><p><br><strong>Also in this episode:</strong></p><ul><li> Sean O'Brien is back on the pitch for the Tullow J3s against Navan.</li><li>A massive AIL clash for Tullow vs Cooke, while Kilkenny Women face a top-of-the-table showdown at Foulkstown.</li><li>SETU Head Coach John Farrell and a host of Carlow locals prepare to host UCC in the Division 1 All-Ireland Final this Wednesday. We review the SETU Ladies' brave performance against UCD under Keeva Owens and Paddy Moss.</li></ul><p>We also bring you all the latest youth rugby news and updates from around the region.</p><p><br></p><p>All that and more on The Knock On.</p>
March 6, 2026
The Knock On - Season 5 - Episode 6
<p>This week on The Knock On, KCLR Sport’s weekly rugby podcast, Stephen Byrne is joined by Tom Crotty of Carlow Rugby Club, James Blanchfield from Kilkenny RFC, and Paddy Browne of Tullow RFC to break down all the latest action from across the local rugby scene.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Kilkenny’s Promotion Party:</strong> The Kilkenny Women are officially Division 2 bound! After a clinical 36–0 dismantling of MU Barnhall, they’ve secured the <strong>Leinster League Div 3 title</strong> with a game to spare. We also discuss the big news off the pitch as Steve Ashmore is confirmed as Director of Rugby for next season.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Carlow’s Super Sunday:</strong> Oak Park is buzzing after the J2s claimed their league title in a gritty win over Kilkenny. We also pay tribute to <strong>Wes Shirley</strong>, who looks set to hang up the boots after a legendary shift. Plus, we recap the Men’s 1st XV’s physical 21–0 win over Kilkenny and the ongoing success of the <strong>Bees’ inclusive team</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Tullow’s Tightrope Walk:</strong> It was a week of extremes at the Black Gates. After a high-scoring win over Wexford, a heavy defeat to Suttonians has left the 1sts fighting for their <strong>Division 1A survival</strong>. Can they find their form before a daunting trip to title-contenders Boyne?</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Towns Cup Preview:</strong> It’s Round 2 of the Provincial Towns Cup this Sunday! We preview the massive local derbies: <strong>Tullow vs. Kilkenny</strong> at the Black Gates and <strong>Carlow vs. Wicklow</strong> at Oak Park.</p><p><br></p><p>We also bring you all the latest youth rugby news and updates from around the region.</p><p><br></p><p>All that and more on The Knock On.</p>
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