McGahan talks up Ulster with early HC salvo

MUNSTER sampled the latest facilities at the University of Limerick on the new, beautifully laid-out full-size all-weather pitch today.

Coach Tony McGahan must have been impressed as he delivered some early comment on the April Heineken Cup quarter final against Ulster in Thomond Park.

"We're certainly very aware of the of the sort of challenge Ulster will provide and recognise the quality they have in their squad.

"To come out of the group they were in was one thing but to produce the performances they did, especially that win over Leicester Tigers in Ravenhill, shows exactly what a good side they are.

"And their performance at the weekend in Clermont indicates they are comfortable on the road and won't be at all fazed by having to travel for the quarters.

"But that's some time off. There's internationals to be played and RaboDirect PRO12 matches so we'll see how players come through that phase of the season before turning our attention back to Heineken Cup."