Diageo to meet London Irish over “serious concerns” about Paddy Jackson signing
The drinks company said they had “serious concerns” about the move. Diageo, the brand behind Guinness, have confirmed that they will meet with rugby club London Irish in order to discuss the signing of Paddy Jackson. In a statement issued on Monday, Diageo confirmed: “We are meeting the club this week to discuss our serious […]
7 years ago
Paddy Jackson reported to have signed a deal with English rugby team
His former team-mate Stuart Olding is reported to follow. Paddy Jackson is to join the English Premiership team Sale Sharks on what is being called a “cut-price” deal. According to reports in The Telegraph, Jackson has agreed to a deal with the team and is due to sign shortly, with Stuart Olding expecting to follow. […]
8 years ago
Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding release statements after being sacked by Ulster and the IRFU
Jackson said he was “deeply disappointed” with the outcome. Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding have released statements after Ulster Rugby and the IRFU confirmed that their contracts had been revoked on Saturday morning. Both players issued statements to the Press Association that were released almost immediately after news that their contracts had been revoked was […]
8 years ago
Paddy Jackson releases first statement since Belfast rape trial: “Criticism of my behaviour is fully justified”
Jackson has said that he has “betrayed his family’s values.” Paddy Jackson has released a statement this Friday afternoon addressing public discourse against his name and voicing his sentiments on one of the biggest court cases of the decade. Ireland and Ulster rugby duo Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding were declared not guilty of raping […]
9 years ago
Anatomy of a night out: Read the WhatsApp and text messages sent by Jackson, Olding, McIIroy, Harrison and others as heard by the jury
It was a night out that began with pizza, chicken wings and Carlsberg in Blane McIlroy’s house. It is a night out that in many ways is still ongoing. N.B. This article first appeared on JOE on 2 March, 2018 Accounts of the night have been heard in court through the witness statements of the […]
9 years ago
A week inside Courtroom 12 for the Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding trial
In Laganside Court Complex in Belfast, the defendants in criminal cases come in through the main door and use the same facilities and seating as everyone else. That Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding are on trial for rape, Blane McIlroy for indecent exposure and Rory Harrison for obstructing justice, only becomes apparent when inside Courtroom […]
9 years ago