Crusaders northern ireland team news

The Crusaders are a professional rugby union team based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Here is the latest team news for the Crusaders:

Current Squad:

1. Stuart McCloskey (Hooker)
2. Tom Jackson (Prop)
3. Ricky Andrew (Prop)
4. Ross Kane (Lock)
5. Peter Browne (Lock)
6. Justin McPherson (Flank Forward)
7. Sean Reidy (Flank Forward)
8. Jordan Williams (Number 8)
9. Paul Boyle (Scrum-half)
10. Billy Burns (Fly-half)
11. Andrew Trimble (Winger)
12. Robbie Henshaw (Centre)
13. Michael Allen (Centre)
14. Jordan Stevenson (Winger)
15. Bradley Roberts (Full-back)

Recent Team News:

• The Crusaders have announced their squad for the upcoming Pro14 season, with several new signings and departures.
• Stuart McCloskey has been named as the team's captain for the 2022-23 season.
• The team has also announced that they will be playing their home games at Kingspan Stadium in Belfast, rather than their traditional home of scrum-half.
• The Crusaders have been drawn in Conference A of the Pro14, alongside Leinster, Munster, and Ulster.

Injuries:

• The Crusaders have been hit by a number of injuries to key players, including:
  • Stuart McCloskey (knee injury)
  • Tom Jackson (ankle injury)
  • Ross Kane (shoulder injury)
  • Justin McPherson (concussion)

Suspensions:

• The Crusaders have been dealt a blow with the suspension of several players, including:
  • Sean Reidy (red card suspension)
  • Jordan Williams (yellow card suspension)

Please note that team news is subject to change and may not be up to date. It's always best to check with the official Crusaders website or other reputable sources for the latest information.