teams for this weeks NRC matches

[bob10]

Only Qld, I'm afraid, Bob:)


McInnes Wilson Lawyers Brisbane City team to play Melbourne Rising (http://www.redsrugby.com.au/ArticleDetails/tabid/526/ArticleID/12322/McInnes-Wilson-Lawyers-Brisbane-City-team-to-play-Melbourne-Rising.aspx)


Bond University Queensland Country team named to play University of Canberra Vikings (http://www.redsrugby.com.au/ArticleDetails/tabid/526/ArticleID/12323/Bond-University-Queensland-Country-team-named-to-play-University-of-Canberra-Vikings.aspx)


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[disco man]

This is the competition Australian rugby has been needing for a very long time.There is some raw talent out there and this comp is perfect for development of future Wallabies.And it's not a bad watch either.

[bob10]

Will Genia plays Saturday, keep an eye on Harry Parker, fastest man on the field, they call him the mini honey badger, Bob

[disco man]

One danger i do see with this comp is cashed up European and Japanese clubs and even the NRL poaching emerging talent.Not sure of the ARU's ability to compete with this threat.

[Redback]

Both Sydney teams aren't doing well:(

Baz.

[bob10]

Both Sydney teams aren't doing well:(

Baz.


They have the talent, I expect them to be much better by the end of the competition,. Bob

[bob10]

Qld teams for week 4, Bob


Bond University Queensland Country team named to play North Harbour Rays in Round 4 of Buildcorp NRC (http://www.redsrugby.com.au/News/NewsArticles/tabid/581/ArticleID/12369/Bond-University-Queensland-Country-team-named-to-play-North-Harbour-Rays-in-Round-4-of-Buildcorp-NRC.aspx)




McInnes Wilson Lawyers Brisbane City team to play NSW Country (http://www.redsrugby.com.au/News/NewsArticles/tabid/581/ArticleID/12370/McInnes-Wilson-Lawyers-Brisbane-City-team-to-play-NSW-Country.aspx)

[Alra]

One danger i do see with this comp is cashed up European and Japanese clubs and even the NRL poaching emerging talent.Not sure of the ARU's ability to compete with this threat.

Hi,

Hopefully the revival of this tier of Aussie Rugby will keep our talent in rugby. Talented club rugby players only had the option of overseas and rugby league if they didn't make it to Super Rugby. Now that the ARU isn't the sole money provider the NRC should be around for a while, hopefully. Foxtel and or free to air TV need to televise more games as well. Also, why isn't there any merchandise/memberships available?

Cheers,

Danial.

[bob10]

Good news, of a sort. The Western Sydney Rams are playing the Sydney Stars, Saturday, I think, and the game is being streamed live on their website www.ramsrugby.com.au (http://www.ramsrugby.com.au) Not much publicity for this comp, which is disappointing. Interesting to see if other web sites are showing live feeds, Bob
some interesting news in this;

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[bob10]

Teams for this round V Qld, Bob


Bond University Queensland Country team named to play Greater Sydney Rams in Round 5 of Buildcorp NRC (http://www.redsrugby.com.au/News/NewsArticles/tabid/581/ArticleID/12393/Bond-University-Queensland-Country-team-named-to-play-Greater-Sydney-Rams-in-Round-5-of-Buildcorp-NRC.aspx)

[disco man]

G'day Bob, What's your thoughts on the upcoming Wallaby tour of South Africa and Argentina?
And why do you think Mckenzie is not a 100% sure on the best position to play Will Skelton? I know he is still a bit raw but he has got some talent.

[bob10]

G'day Bob, What's your thoughts on the upcoming Wallaby tour of South Africa and Argentina?
And why do you think Mckenzie is not a 100% sure on the best position to play Will Skelton? I know he is still a bit raw but he has got some talent.


It will be a tough tour. Just what is needed before the Europe trip. When you think about it, the Wallabies have only lost one game out of the last eleven, & that was to the All Blacks, mind you, sometimes you have to wonder how they've won so many. Especially when its almost been a different side on the paddock each game, thru injury, or selection. The make up of the side for the World cup is still a mystery.


Skelton is only 22, but a huge young man. McKenzie is concerned about his fitness, he is carrying a lot of weight, and can't jump in the line out. At best he would get time off the bench on the tour, but he should get 3 full games in the NRC. He's still growing, both in body & experience. Pocock has to come back, but after his injury, talk is he may be lock. Hooper is playing the open side flanker game the Wallabies need, Pocock would be better value at No. 8 than Palu, is the opinion around the traps. Stephen Moore is regarded as the Captain needed for the World cup.


Genia, Cooper, Foley, Phipps, are tipped to tour Europe and the halves will be selected from them. Foley & Phipps are favourites, but you just never know. O'Connor is tipped as a certain winger, considering his form in France , and he can play other positions. Of course, a lot depends on injuries, & recovery from injury. Time will tell. But the Wallabies of next year will look different from this year. Bob