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Rugby League World Cup: Michael Ward, the Ireland prop who quit classroom for sporting dream
When an opportunity to play for Ireland in a Rugby League World Cup came calling for Michael Ward, there was no question what his answer would be.
Whilst the decision may have been difficult for some, the part-time Batley Bulldogs prop and full-time maths teacher wasted no time in handing in his resignation, joining up with Ireland and staking his…