1. Tom Homer aims to be big for England in Japan

Tom Homer is aiming to kick start England Under-20s’ challenge in the IRB Toshiba Junior World Championship.

2. Bob Casey scores first try for Ireland

Bob Casey marked his return after a nine-year absence from international rugby by scoring his first Test try for Ireland in their 27-10 win over USA.

3. London Irish in friendly with Euro champs

London Irish will face 2008 European champions Munster and newly crowned Heineken Cup winners Leinster in pre-season friendlies.

4. Homer helps kick England U-20s into final

Tom Homer top scored with 20 points as England Under-20s booked their place in the final of the Junior World Rugby Championships in Japan.

5. London Irish hooker Clark signs for Nottingham

Promising young hooker James Clark is leaving London Irish to play for Nottingham next season.

6. Tom Homer has world at his feet

Tom Homer will be aiming to win a Junior World Championship medal on Sunday.

7. Irish get champions Leinster

London Irish have been drawn in the same pool as European champions Leinster in the Heineken Cup.

8. Kennedy set Saxons on way to Churchill Cup win

9. Delon Armitage working hard on defence

Delon Armitage has warned his England team-mates that they cannot afford to rest on their laurels despite recording a convincing win over Argentina.

10. London Irish start with Saracens at Twickenham

London Irish face a challenging start to the 2009/10 Guinness Premiership season.