Laois's newest Irish rugby international Will Reilly on journey so far, GAA background and high hopes

<p>Following the last quiet weekend on the GAA front for the foreseeable future, we have a very special interview for Monday's edition of the Talking Sport Podcast. </p> <p>Ballyfin's Will Reilly, Laois's newest Irish rugby international, joins Alan Hartnett to discuss his journey so far. </p> <p>Reilly's rise through the ranks has been very impressive over the last number of years. </p> <p>Success with Portlaoise RFC followed on to North Midlands and then eventually led him to Leinster. </p> <p>At the same time, Reilly was competing well on the GAA front as he represented the Laois minors and his club. </p> <p>The defining moment came for him in May when he secured a place in the Ireland squad for the U-20 Six Nations. </p> <p>In the same week, Reilly signed a pro contract with the Connacht Rugby academy. </p> <p>His career is certainly on an upward trajectory and Will has big hopes for the future too. </p>