The lure of Test rugby has seen the ambitious Ben Healy agree a move from Munster to Scotland this summer:
IT’S SATURDAY 7 October at Stade de France and we’re into the closing minute of a nail-biting clash in Pool B of the 2023 World Cup.
Dramatic divination perhaps but this scenario has now become possible after Healy’s move to Edinburgh was officially confirmed today. The 23-year-old Tipperary man will leave Munster at the end of this season and begin his new adventure in Scottish rugby. Healy has continued to improve over the past two-and-a-half years. His consistency means he has made the same number of senior appearances for Munster as Joey Carbery, both men at the 47 mark right now. But this season has seen Jack Crowley shift up the pecking order at out-half for the province and in the Ireland set-up, the Cork man making his Test debut last autumn. Healy hasn’t had a look-in with the national set-up.Ben Brady / INPHO Healy's passing and running have continued to improve.
The reality is that Healy wants to be in the most prominent role possible. He is an incessantly driven and ambitious character. Healy has great confidence in his current ability and further potential. He sees himself as a Test player and it’s clear to him right now that Scotland is his best bet. Even if he’s a Tipp farmer’s son, he has a genuine connection to Scotland through his mother.
For Scotland and Edinburgh, Healy is a sharp signing. His place-kicking and kicking in play [off both feet] are elite. His passing game continues to improve, with his bridge passes over the head of wide defenders a major strength. Healy has worked hard to be a greater threat to the defence himself, while he has a big enough frame to be a strong defensive contributor too. Mentally, he has an edge with his composure and understanding of the game.
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