Rugby 2018

[bob10]

http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/12/06/brumbies-2018-season-preview/

[bob10]

Have to get a hold of the rule book.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/world-rugby-announces-shorter-simplified-rule-book-for-2018/news-story/62840338d89c8fb64536c48a4afa580a

[bob10]

Possibly the best outcome for W.A. rugby.

Western Force, Rugby WA and Rugby Australia negotiations | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/force-set-to-continue-in-2018-as-rugby-wa-regain-franchise-licence/news-story/a917a3db1ea65b6da0a797135d8518a4)

[bob10]

http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/12/08/rugbywas-letter-community-exiting-voluntary-administration/

[bob10]

Tim Horan, legend.

From Frank’s Vault: South Africa vs Australia – 1992 | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/12/11/franks-vault-south-africa-vs-australia-1992/)

[bob10]

A failed Rugby League CEO , no rugby experience, the wolves will eat her.

Comment: I hope Raelene Castle ticks the crucial boxes, not just the right ones (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/comment-i-hope-raelene-castle-ticks-the-crucial-boxes-not-just-the-right-ones/ar-BBGCZSM?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

I wouldn't say her time at Canterbury was a success. Still, give her a go. However, I have a bad feeling about this.....





'They said the same thing when I joined the Bulldogs': Raelene Castle lashes critics of her rugby appointment (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-league/they-said-the-same-thing-when-i-joined-the-bulldogs-raelene-castle-lashes-critics-of-her-rugby-appointment/ar-BBGDs0o?ocid=spartandhp)

Every "I Have a Bad Feeling About This" in Star Wars - YouTube (https://youtu.be/S74rvpc6W60)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/injured-wallabies-star-jack-dempsey-eyes-scg-comeback-game/news-story/218fad6c223cc423821e7633c3076457

[bob10]

The new Boss makes all the right noises, don't know if she has worked with white ants, like those in Sydney rugby.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/what-we-learnt-from-raelene-castles-first-press-conference-as-rugby-australia-boss/news-story/4a62796f5f2599f2718492faef3311cb

[bob10]

Foley has always been the weak link.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/12/13/bernard-foley-nowhere-hide/

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-australia-launch-womens-competition-confirm-world-cup-bid/news-story/092662d7e4e228845148bb9c1c605d6e

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rebels-sign-former-scaffolder-michael-ruru-until-2019/news-story/8cda2046acecc12e2a6ac808d753502e

[bob10]

They changed the name from the ARU, to Rugby Australia, but the end result is still the same.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-australia-nonpayment-for-super-w-players-slammed/news-story/90dcae39fe99d4611fb3aa8940fb7aa9

[bob10]

Brumbies 2018 jersey.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/12/19/brumbies-announce-new-jersey-2018/

[bob10]

Merry Xmas from a rugby elf.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/12/21/lapland-set-hottest-exporter-rugby-talent-2018/

[bob10]

I would not like to be in Hunts boots, once the coach gets him.

Thorn’s big backline calls | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/04/thorns-big-backline-calls/)

[bob10]

Arguably the best test the Wallabies played.

From Frank’s Vault: Australia vs England (1991) | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/04/franks-vault-australia-vs-england-1991/)

[bob10]

Just a thought from left field, worst case outcome, would Bennett take him back?

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/former-wallabies-star-phil-waugh-says-karmichael-hunt-let-down-rugby-australia/news-story/6fab618cffdec3b669f759ce75a39349

[bob10]

Nic Stirzaker finds himself a new (temporary) home | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/04/nic-stirzaker-finds-new-temporary-home/)

[bob10]

Are the Wallabies overemphasising attack off the lineout? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/07/are-the-wallabies-overemphasising-attack-off-the-lineout/)

[bob10]

Cruden and the French connection.

Aaron Cruden, author of Beautifully Built Tries | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/08/aaron-cruden-author-beautifully-built-tries/)

[bob10]

The time has come, the Walrus said, to speak of many things, Of tight and loose head locks, of Eales and Itoje, Botha and Matfield, Rettalik and our man Brad.

The keys that are locks | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/12/the-keys-that-are-locks/)

[bob10]

Reds taken out of their comfort zone.

Reds change it up in search for surge | Rugby.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2018/01/11/reds-enoggera-barracks-preseason)

[bob10]

Wallabies abroad: Champions Cup, Top League finals take hold | Rugby.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2018/01/15/wallabies-abroad-jan-15)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/nsw-waratahs-sign-junior-all-blacks-hooker-jp-sauni/news-story/3ac3f40fe9614194f5d8681fe6fac356

[bob10]

Jones excited to extend England tenure | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/18/jones-excited-extend-england-tenure/)

[bob10]

Wallabies for the 2019 World cup?

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/18/show-players-bring-australia-2019-world-cup/

[bob10]

Flick South Africa from super rugby, go with the Pacific Nations instead?

What SANZAR did wrong to become SANZAAR | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/18/sanzar-wrong-become-sanzaar/)

[bob10]

Women's sevens TV series starts on fox sports today

ARU (http://view.e.rugby.com.au/?qs=835e76fb440750229878c64a1613b827051f6869787478 589030edb9502d4f8c6c028edd9d3ed772c88e15790be472b8 a023982ac2347b56d72ba9ce06fd10be1f9f338f3d8c31f3)

[bob10]

Ben Lucas, go, you good thing!

Lucas locked in for Reds | Rugby.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2018/01/18/ben-lucas-signs-for-reds)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/twotime-super-rugby-champ-jono-lance-leaves-melbourne-rebels-to-return-to-queensland-reds/news-story/dd536c51520ed27259aea7d5dba35e2a

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/new-zealands-super-rugby-sides-expecting-australian-teams-to-fire-in-2018-after-horror-year/news-story/df95adaf6f5e73ef9cfb18560faab2b7

[bob10]

Michael Lynagh's son playing for England. And Vice Captain.


https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/why-wallaby-great-michael-lynaghs-son-louis-is-lining-up-for-england/news-story/1279d51520c59cbe379fb6aedf0d0615

[bob10]

Super Rugby, preview Waratahs and Brumbies.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/23/super-rugby-2018-preview-waratahs-and-brumbies/

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/david-pocock-injury-shows-the-folly-of-rugby-australia-deal/news-story/798beb31f6d0c15311a5773b34657f1f

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/sydney-sevens-2018-australia-make-two-changes-to-mens-squad/news-story/c3f570e7d3de51393c1976df3c75361d

[bob10]

Isles and Baker fit, and in the run on side. Now, that would be something to see.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/usa-speed-freaks-carlin-isles-and-perry-baker-stand-in-australias-way-at-sydney-sevens/news-story/d87024768b801870c4f75d1d4a128ad6

[bob10]

Super Rugby 2018 preview: Reds and Rebels | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/24/super-rugby-2018-preview-reds-and-rebels/)

[bob10]

Wales loses first string players to injuries for the six nations.

Biggar injury adds to Welsh woes: report | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/24/biggar-injury-adds-to-welsh-woes-report/)

[bob10]

2018 Sydney 7s Day one: As it happened | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/01/25/Sydney-Sevens-2018-day-one-blog)

[bob10]

Australia win 2018 Sydney Sevens and silence critics once and for all (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/australia-win-2018-sydney-sevens-and-silence-critics-once-and-for-all/ar-BBIkp5G?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/28/queensland-reds-underrated-and-dangerous/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/28/queensland-reds-underrated-and-dangerous/)

[bob10]

Six Nations preview (Twilight at Twickenham) | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/30/six-nations-preview-twilight-twickenham/)

[bob10]

Rugby podcasts.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/30/11-rugby-podcasts-follow-season/

[bob10]

Team for Waratahs first trial.

Rona to make Waratahs rugby debut in trial (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rona-to-make-waratahs-rugby-debut-in-trial/ar-BBIsszi?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Tell him he's dreamin'.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/new-brumbies-coach-dan-mckellar-will-change-tactics-in-2018-in-attempt-to-win-super-rugby/news-story/b80140871b2e1ed9b0519ba943db01ec

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/brumbies-pumped-for-full-season-of-christian-lealiifano-after-cancer-survivor-turns-heads-in-ireland/news-story/e32912e03273d2ab2e1a039d0ab6581d

[bob10]

Whose who in the Aus. Super coaching zoo. Gotta love Brad Thorn, Our Brad.


www.theroar.com.au/2018/01/31/new-aussie-super-rugby-coaches-whos-rookie-zoo/

[bob10]

No Bledisloe test for Brisbane this year.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/nz-rugby-confirm-third-bledisloe-cup-test-in-yokohama-japan/news-story/ddd26c19ef535fa57073bfaf74ed4324

[bob10]

Aussie 7's player kicked by Russian needed stitches.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/australias-sevens-star-vani-pelite-needed-three-stitches-after-kick-to-the-head-against-russia/news-story/b52e1253f17cac349862bfd0c5d6dfe3

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/australian-sevens-cocaptain-shannon-parry-on-gender-parity-issue-in-world-series/news-story/ebf136bfc9600fe7212737b451ed5992

[bob10]

Aus. men's 7's side hit with injuries before the NZ leg.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/australian-mens-captain-lewis-holland-ruled-out-of-hamilton-sevens/news-story/5fcf260ad5448f5ad7f42ce452291047

[bob10]

Warrior's star defecting to rugby?

NRL: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck rugby deal report, agent denies Auckland Blues defection | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/nrl-roger-tuivasasheck-rugby-deal-report-agent-denies-auckland-blues-defection/news-story/114f984e132aad48192a69fa9734eded)

[bob10]

South Africa part with head coach Coetzee (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/south-africa-part-with-head-coach-coetzee/ar-BBIBtUG?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

7's rugby, the Fijian way.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/03/welcome-to-vaka-viti-rugby-sevens-the-fijian-way/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/03/welcome-to-vaka-viti-rugby-sevens-the-fijian-way/)

[bob10]

How to view the 6 Nations.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/03/how-to-watch-the-six-nations-in-australia-live-stream-or-watch-international-rugby-union-online-or-on-tv/

[bob10]

6 Nations preview.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/04/six-nations-championship-round-1-preview-north-powerhouses-go-head-to-head/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/04/six-nations-championship-round-1-preview-north-powerhouses-go-head-to-head/)

[bob10]

First trials for 2018.

Comment: Good signs for Brumbies and Rebels from first hit out of the season (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/comment-good-signs-for-brumbies-and-rebels-from-first-hit-out-of-the-season/ar-BBIJyzP?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

England hit the ground running.

Red-hot England run Italy ragged in Rome | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/05/red-hot-england-run-italy-ragged-in-rome/)

[bob10]

Talking World cup already.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/06/two-northern-hemisphere-teams-will-contest-2019-world-cup-semi-finals/

[bob10]

Waratahs flogged in trial, [bawl]

Tahs licking their wounds after Highlanders belting (http://www.theroar.tv/tahs-licking-their-wounds-after-highlanders-belting/)

[bob10]

Adam Coleman named Rebels captain (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/adam-coleman-named-rebels-captain/ar-BBIL2UO?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Reds pair Sautia, Daugunu in for big year (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/reds-pair-sautia-daugunu-in-for-big-year/ar-BBIP8o7?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

No Reds training return for Karmichael (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/no-reds-training-return-for-karmichael/ar-BBINqNO?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Squads for the Brisbane rugby 10's, men and women.

Brisbane Global Rugby Tens: Full squad, team lists for 2018 tournament | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/brisbane-global-rugby-tens-full-squad-lists-for-2018-tournament/news-story/a4711090558e76eb59de3d56e64d8917)

[bob10]

Peter de Villiers to coach Zimbabwe.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/former-springboks-mentor-peter-de-villiers-announced-zimbabwe-coach/news-story/0f01c2fae07a07d8f270f50d9ee496c7

[bob10]

Highly overrated, IMO. Goes missing against strong defence, the All Blacks have him worked out. Much like his mate, Quade Cooper.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/07/waratahs-lose-star-playmaker-for-brisbane-tens/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/07/waratahs-lose-star-playmaker-for-brisbane-tens/)

[bob10]

Refereeing the ruck, good luck with that.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/08/41-phases-closer-reinstating-breakdown-laws/

[bob10]

Rod Macqueen, father of the new English rugby style.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/08/rod-macqueen-unintended-man-behind-english-curtain/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/08/rod-macqueen-unintended-man-behind-english-curtain/)

[bob10]

Who won the off season?

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby-2018-transfers-who-won-the-offseason-ins-and-outs/news-story/17757dca603537ef03308df25036d68d

[bob10]

Brisbane Global Rugby Tens live stream: how to watch, blog, coverage, when is it on TV, teams, video, highlights, scores | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/brisbane-global-rugby-tens-2018-live-coverage-from-suncorp-stadium/news-story/fc0934fd1cab386cc417411c4525052e)

[bob10]

The proof will be in the pudding. I'll be watching the Reds Rebels & Brumbies closely.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/teams/reds/queensland-reds-coach-brad-thorn-very-tempted-for-tens-run/news-story/949e892db471e06a66d5330777f8e2f3

[bob10]

The Red's and Waratah's CEO's.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/09/the-ceos-part-two-how-your-team-will-win-you-back-in-2018/

[bob10]

Ireland and Italy, and what about Ian Mckinley's protective goggles?

Ireland and Italy name teams for Dublin clash | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/02/08/SIx-Nations-Ireland-Italy-teams)

[bob10]

Care and Joseph in for England, Vs Wales.

Care and Joseph in for England | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/02/08/Six-Nations-England-Wales-team)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/david-pocock-says-gap-year-gave-him-greater-perspective-on-life-eyes-early-return-from-knee-injury/news-story/15d0f12c14881fe8daa0abdd27eb7917

[bob10]

We should never believe pre-season hype. It's going to be a long season.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/brisbane-global-rugby-tens-2018-live-coverage-from-suncorp-stadium/news-story/fc0934fd1cab386cc417411c4525052e

[bob10]

Should be interesting to follow these new boys. Whether we have the coaches to get the best out of them is still a matter for debate. A question, I believe, that has not been properly addressed by the ARU.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/brisbane-global-rugby-tens-the-five-australian-rookies-to-watch/news-story/cab3abf60081e54307c76ff0ad94b035

[bob10]

Eddie Jones and the England attack.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/10/analysis-eddie-jones-two-prong-england-attack/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/10/analysis-eddie-jones-two-prong-england-attack/)

[bob10]

Brisbane schoolgirl star born in NZ, but they are not getting her back. The standout of the tournament, male or female. The women's comp. was better than the men's IMO.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-tens/queensland-schoolgirls-impressive-pedigree-shines-through-at-rugby-tens/news-story/def2757bb59fe4f7474fa4e222e8898c

[bob10]

Disappointed with the Reds Friday, but happy with their effort Saturday. I had to keep reminding myself most of the team were last years under 20's. Carmichael will not be missed.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/izzy-perese-gives-reds-a-glimpse-of-what-might-be-with-high-octane-display-at-brisbane-tens/news-story/da39e8ab6e62d81551037497b217371d

[bob10]

Deep thinking in Saffa land.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/11/south-african-renaissance-just-another-tangled-labyrinth/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/11/south-african-renaissance-just-another-tangled-labyrinth/)

[bob10]

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/12/wrap-eddie-jones-delighted-proper-test-match-win-wales/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/12/wrap-eddie-jones-delighted-proper-test-match-win-wales/)

[bob10]

Making Ballymore a centre for rugby excellence , where pacific island teams could base themselves , perhaps while playing in the NRC, could vastly improve their 15 a side game.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/12/rugby-au-eyeing-off-football-alliance-to-redevelop-ballymore/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/12/rugby-au-eyeing-off-football-alliance-to-redevelop-ballymore/)

[bob10]

Vale Sir Nick Shehadie.


https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-mourns-death-of-sir-nick-shehadie-former-wallaby-captain-and-world-cup-creator/news-story/cfac68822a08b1b0fb85ee0f50076b3e

[bob10]

The English media VS Jones. had to happen. FWIW, I believe Wales scored THAT try.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/you-guys-are-unbelievable-eddie-jones-lashes-home-media-as-england-scrape-home-against-wales/news-story/61bbef6e206e31067cf4c713a1b3d72f

[bob10]

Eddie says " Georgians biggest, ugliest, strongest."

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/biggest-ugliest-strongest-eddie-jones-invites-georgia-to-pack-down-midweek-with-england/news-story/038d943b35ffd1924d69a858c9c24827

[bob10]

200 Aussie players playing overseas, 350 Saffas, perhaps 350 Nz's, that's 9 Saffa provincial teams, 5 Aussie NRC teams. But, the sobering fact is, if they stay home, they play for nothing.


www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/13/answer-world-rugby-clear-regulate-perish/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/13/answer-world-rugby-clear-regulate-perish/)

[bob10]

Check this young prop out.

www.theroar.tv/destructive-schoolboy-prop-is-most-the-versatile-big-boppa/ (http://www.theroar.tv/destructive-schoolboy-prop-is-most-the-versatile-big-boppa/)

[bob10]

Aukland Blues.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby-spotlight-blues-hunt-finals-berth-after-brisbane-tens-triumph/news-story/6f12570fa30d17966325dd61af51a000?nk=2efd80f0fc3a95 bb3aff813d67acdd6a-1518569779

[bob10]

The Highlanders,

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby-spotlight-aaron-mauger-takes-coaching-reins-at-highlanders/news-story/12a7ed8f353eb1dcca361004fcae3285

[bob10]

Ireland.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/14/analysis-irelands-decoy-and-splitter-variants/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/14/analysis-irelands-decoy-and-splitter-variants/)

[bob10]

Eddie Jones coaching points, England VS Scotland.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/14/eddie-jones-coaching-points-england-vs-scotland/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/14/eddie-jones-coaching-points-england-vs-scotland/)

[bob10]

Do England have what it takes to defeat the All Blacks?

Do England have what it takes to topple the All Blacks? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/14/do-england-have-what-it-takes-to-topple-the-all-blacks/)

[bob10]

The Chiefs

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby-spotlight-colin-cooper-takes-the-chiefs-reins-in-2018/news-story/0be12a78deb4c02f998c0a9537feddba

[bob10]

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/15/leaner-super-rugby-season-gets-first-test/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/15/leaner-super-rugby-season-gets-first-test/)

[bob10]

New weight for age rules for juniors. A good idea. Some children mature and grow quicker than others.


Rugby launches new size-for-age guidelines and concussion blue card system (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rugby-launches-new-size-for-age-guidelines-and-concussion-blue-card-system/ar-BBJ9RK8?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

This bloke is poison too any side foolish enough to take him on.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/stars-aligning-for-shock-jarryd-hayne-fiji-rugby-switch-ahead-of-2019-rugby-world-cup/news-story/4197861a36acbfe20fe5daaa80bc4344?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/16/reds-hang-on-for-17-15-trial-win/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/16/reds-hang-on-for-17-15-trial-win/)

[bob10]

Scroll through this, enough to satisfy most rugby tragics.

Home | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/)

[bob10]

Reds just beat Fiji,

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/queensland-reds-edge-out-fiji-in-last-trial-before-super-rugby-season/news-story/9f6e9d79a7b400dfd1f45f4cbedd4004

[bob10]

This young bloke is a genuine star of the future, hope he gets a run with the Chiefs.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rising-nrl-star-etene-nanaiseturo-released-by-warriors-to-join-new-zealand-rugby/news-story/e6f3041c037ab388befe2b150c373447?utm_source=weeken d_sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Lions VS Sharks, result.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/18/lions-vs-sharks-super-rugby-live-scores-2/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/18/lions-vs-sharks-super-rugby-live-scores-2/)

[bob10]

Suck it up, Waratahs. I nearly had to reach for the tissues after reading this.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/19/is-sanzaar-the-worst-organisation-in-world-sport/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/19/is-sanzaar-the-worst-organisation-in-world-sport/)

[bob10]

The Wrap: Will reversion to 15 teams be enough to revive Super Rugby? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/19/wrap-will-reversion-15-teams-enough-revive-super-rugby/)

[bob10]

Goodbye, Mr Hunt. Close the door after you.

Karmichael Hunt cocaine: star linked to England, French clubs | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/teams/reds/karmichael-hunt-linked-to-european-clubs-after-avoiding-conviction-for-cocaine-possession/news-story/73fd26aaf6a94aefb92766824f1dcad6?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm)

[bob10]

No waiting in the wings – the devil takes the hindmost on defence! | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/21/no-waiting-in-the-wings-the-devil-takes-the-hindmost-on-defence/)

[bob10]

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/20/rod-macqueen-concerned-by-new-rugby-union-laws/

[bob10]

Wallabies Rona and Simmons among new Tahs (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-rona-and-simmons-among-new-tahs/ar-BBJrhaa?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/former-wallabies-give-super-rugby-predictions-pick-breakout-stars/news-story/412bb6823e3fbccb0f4d5d51298a4ba5?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

The Brumbies.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby-spotlight-brumbies-primed-for-2018-success-after-return-of-star-duo/news-story/d4cb127e4921caafc788e702397e5f94?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Young Aussies to watch.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/23/top-five-australian-young-guns-watch-super-rugby-season/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/23/top-five-australian-young-guns-watch-super-rugby-season/)

[bob10]

Brumbies VS Sunwolves. A close call.

ACT Brumbies beat Japan Sunwolves in Super Rugby opener, but only just (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/act-brumbies-beat-japan-sunwolves-in-super-rugby-opener-but-only-just/ar-BBJvTvh?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

REDS VS REBELS. hard to play with only 13 men. I thought the REDS defended well, they scored 2 tries when down to 13 men, a game they could have won with 15 on the field. The REBELS should not get too far ahead of themselves.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/24/rebels-rout-reds-to-open-super-season/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/24/rebels-rout-reds-to-open-super-season/)

[bob10]

EDDIES BOYS LOSE.......To Scotland!

Finn Russell masterminds historic Scotland victory over England (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/finn-russell-masterminds-historic-scotland-victory-over-england/ar-BBJx5VL?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Brumbies fear teenage debutant knee woe (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/brumbies-fear-teenage-debutant-knee-woe/ar-BBJAE78?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Ireland VS Wales.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/six-nations/six-nations-2018-ireland-beat-wales-3727-at-lansdowne-road/news-story/0c783a5082b212141ca201dcf1cf8eed?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

6 Nations wrap up.


http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/26/reflections-excellent-six-nations-weekend/

[bob10]

Brumbies V Sunwolves.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/26/brumbies-vs-sunwolves-five-things-learned/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/26/brumbies-vs-sunwolves-five-things-learned/)

[bob10]

I must agree.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/26/rebels-brumbies-waratahs-just-okay-need-red-card-reform/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/26/rebels-brumbies-waratahs-just-okay-need-red-card-reform/)

[bob10]

The REDS keep finding ways to lose. The surprise was that down to 13 men, they were still scoring tries. But you can't win matches without 15 on the field. I was impressed with their defence , though.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/queensland-reds-captain-scott-higginbotham-suspended-for-three-weeks-for-dangerous-tackle/news-story/a15ed769a771e1eda55dd348800166a2?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Highlanders V Blues.


www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/27/aaron-mauger-wins-midfield-tactical-battle-tana-umaga/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/27/aaron-mauger-wins-midfield-tactical-battle-tana-umaga/)

[bob10]

The advantage rule is killing Super Rugby | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/27/advantage-rule-killing-super-rugby/)

[bob10]

www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/28/brad-thorn-right-dump-quade-cooper-karmichael-hunt/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/02/28/brad-thorn-right-dump-quade-cooper-karmichael-hunt/)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/teams/reds/queensland-reds-lock-lukhan-tui-guilty-of-dangerous-tackle-suspended-for-three-matches/news-story/20ccc1f67f4c53fd389e4fc57b7f5efc?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Expect a re-invigorated side.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/former-springboks-loose-forward-johan-rassie-erasmus-confirmed-as-new-south-africa-coach/news-story/c71fce6988ef8f64391f405704aa0442?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

A thoughtful article from Tipsy McStagger.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/02/australia-finally-master-plan-now-must-abandon/

[bob10]

Brad Thorn, Brumby buster. Get the set piece right, the rest will follow.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/03/rookie-reds-scrum-dominated-brumbies/

[bob10]

Super rugby, a ballad?

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/03/ballad-super-rugby/


Queensland is not just a place; it’s a mood, a resolve, a cry.
A lament, a heat, an anti-everything except sun and sex and surf.
Fast-breaking, good-vibrating, sleek-sliding rugby is the ticket
On Brisbane’s smooth pitch; rugby union posing as a triathlon

[bob10]

www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/04/bernard-foleys-boot-grabs-draw-durban/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/04/bernard-foleys-boot-grabs-draw-durban/)

[bob10]

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/04/super-rugby-round-3-five-things-we-learnt/

[bob10]

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/05/wrap-unloved-super-rugby-coaches-strike-back/

[bob10]

RED's coach leads the way. Wouldn't expect any more, really. Massive hurdle for the REDS this weekend.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/queensland-reds-coach-brad-thorn-joins-side-in-gym-after-maiden-super-rugby-win/news-story/bfe2a40990010e02d2038272dc6ad950?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Crusaders star breaks jaw, some one else will step up to the mark, they always do.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/crusaders-injury-crisis-deepens-as-richie-mounga-suffers-broken-jaw-during-big-win-over-stormers/news-story/58444a7392fea72260933db70f6ec488?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

BOD, on Irelands grand slam hopes.

WATCH | BOD ON IRELAND'S GRAND SLAM HOPES - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j53yRBDiYTs)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-waratahs-bracing-for-mario-ledesmas-jaguares-to-attack-them-up-front-at-setpiece/news-story/fbb669eccc4ded1b7416e4c849a62e2b?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-team-of-the-week-rebels-star-jack-maddocks-earns-selection/news-story/febe42cb0e219ef964cb434b19bbbc46

[bob10]

Super rugby team rankings

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-power-rankings-new-zealand-set-the-pace-melbourne-rebels-make-flying-start/news-story/711c8b8efff3c314fdd87962b2e6d753?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Forrest to start a new comp, a new Force team.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/06/western-force-to-return-in-new-comp-launched-by-andrew-forrest/

[bob10]

How Scotland beat England.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/07/foretaste-blacks-scotland-broke-england-defence-murrayfield/

[bob10]

To be sure, to be sure.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/08/wallaby-dempsey-sees-the-light-at-last/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/08/wallaby-dempsey-sees-the-light-at-last/)

[bob10]

Gavin Hastings on Scotland Vs Ireland. Love to be in Dublin for this one. Especially at the renamed " Flower of Scotland " Dublin pub.

Gavin Hastings: Scotland will fancy a cut at Ireland - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdqLA360PuE)

[bob10]

Irelands team, Vs Scotland. Ireland come to Aus to play 3 tests soon, it would pay to watch them closely.

Joe Schmidt on Ireland's attack, Ringrose's return, and Ireland's starting XV - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV_2EuzKsPU)

[bob10]

Super rugby teams for round 2.


https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/teams/super-rugby-teams-round-four-squads-injuries-referees-kickoff-times/news-story/5bfcf1f6fc8a25368aaa7f05f4bfb080?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Hugo Porta on Argentine rugby.

The continuous conflict in Argentine rugby | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/09/continuous-conflict-argentine-rugby/)

[bob10]

Rebels impressive.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/10/rebels-run-riot-brumbies-fall/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/10/rebels-run-riot-brumbies-fall/)

[bob10]

Ireland, or Scotland?

Ireland set to smother Scottish hopes | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/10/ireland-set-smother-scottish-hopes/)

[bob10]

IRELAND!

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/11/irish-bag-title-as-england-slump-in-france/

[bob10]

The Reds are not flash, but they get the job done.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-queensland-reds-beat-bulls-2014/news-story/0fcab6e4cad853fd797a300e8d14875c?utm_source=weeken d_sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

Ireland are coming.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/six-nations/ireland-claims-six-nations-after-bonus-point-win-over-scotland-and-on-track-for-grand-slam/news-story/9fa2b0193c558a6bc1621c8f154a0827?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm

[bob10]

The Rebels impress.

www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/13/moment-illustrated-gulf-within-australian-rugby-three-weeks/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/13/moment-illustrated-gulf-within-australian-rugby-three-weeks/)

[bob10]

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/12/wrap-crazy-beautiful-rugby-weekend/

[bob10]

BULA! the Fijian rugby ethos. My Fijian rugby story consists of the afternoon touch football game each day at the Naviti hotel, between Aussies and Kiwis. As you do . There were no rules about numbers on the field, more the merrier. Late in the afternoon, Fijian workers and some from the adjoining village joined in, and it was Fiji against the rest. One afternoon, a tall lanky Fijian worker , with a rake over his shoulder, and wearing gum boots, was encouraged by his mates to have a run. And run he did. We couldn't catch him, at all. And he didn't take his gum boots off. Turns out he was the local village hero, a member of that years Fijian 7's team. I retired to the room balcony, with a cold beer, and watched.

http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/14/welcome-vaka-viti-rugby-sevens-fijian-way/

[bob10]

www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/15/rebels-play-bigger-back-row-hand-aami-park/ (http://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/15/rebels-play-bigger-back-row-hand-aami-park/)

[bob10]

Eddies mouth gets him in strife again.

Jones apologises about comments of Irish and Wales (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/jones-apologises-about-comments-of-irish-and-wales/ar-BBKdOpn?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Commonwealth Games 7's squads picked.

Australia names its rugby sevens squads for the Commonwealth Games | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/15/australia-names-its-rugby-sevens-squads-for-the-commonwealth-games/)

[bob10]

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/18/ireland-grand-slam-six-nations/

[bob10]

So far, so good for the REDS.

Higginbotham to bolster high-flying Reds (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/higginbotham-to-bolster-high-flying-reds/ar-BBKnOmW?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

David Nucifora, next Wallaby coach?

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/19/grand-slam-winning-ireland-coming-hopefully-next-wallabies-coach-david-nucifora/

[bob10]

Carmichael Hunt, could play again for the REDS.

Hunt fined $10 thousand by Rugby Australia (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/hunt-fined-dollar10-thousand-by-rugby-australia/ar-BBKpnBV?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

South Africa Rugby plays dirty tricks. They have history here, after all they poisoned the All Blacks.

Reds denied entry to South African flight (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/reds-denied-entry-to-south-african-flight/ar-BBKpmxb?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Hunt, to be or not to be, that is the question.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/wallaby-karmichael-hunt-free-to-make-super-rugby-return-but-fined-10000/news-story/491e5a61bde013c12660b7ffe6e3f411?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

New coach for men's sevens team.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/six-nations/tim-walsh-out-to-replicate-womens-success-after-being-named-australian-mens-sevens-coach/news-story/122b4e9080bf9c6a8cddcc1fb26e24c5?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/21/waratahs-find-a-kicking-game-to-contest-the-australian-conference/

[bob10]

Ireland are coming, and they are ready.

Wednesday Night Rugby | LIVE - Australia beckons and Pro14 returns. - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGs1IXijZJQ)

[bob10]

More on Ireland. I like this side, everything will depend on which side Australia selects. I am not confident, but bring it on.

The Grand Slam: Irish Depth | Schools Success | Key Players | Schmidt Prep | England Despair - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTNkiTfQ5as)

[bob10]

Rebels bounce back.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-live-blog-rebels-v-sharks-in-melbourne/news-story/6aeea46a9862b00088c26144b5f24b48?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Meanwhile, just over the horizon, the bogeymen wait. Aussie team wins mean nothing if they can't beat the NZ sides. [ well, at least some of them. [bighmmm]]


https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-live-blog-crusaders-v-bulls-in-christchurch/news-story/bf705dce77f0c93a86b9c155fc7bf098?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

REDS just couldn't hold out. We'll blame the travel.

Reds lose to Stormers in Super Rugby (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/reds-lose-to-stormers-in-super-rugby/ar-BBKEcTA?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Could not agree more.

Will Michael Cheika avoid the ‘Eddie Jones mistake’ with his 2018 Wallabies squad? | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/26/spiro-will-michael-cheika-avoid-the-eddie-jones-mistake-with-his-2018-wallabies-squad/)

[bob10]

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/27/five-young-aussies-stood-first-month/

[bob10]

New Wallabies forwards coach.



https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/wallabies/former-fijian-international-simon-raiwalui-named-wallabies-forward-coach-replacing-mario-ledesma/news-story/35bd367e04b22f970a204395f13d57da?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Real rugby, magic moments.

#partofmore (http://www.rugbyaustralia.com.au/communityrugby/partofmore)

[bob10]

Who has been tampering with Taniela Tupou? | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/03/28/tampering-taniela-tupou/)

[bob10]

The Rebels coach.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/teams/melbourne-rebels/former-springbok-peter-grant-shares-insight-into-rebels-coach-dave-wessels/news-story/5c9545d1e288a9c58891b34f346c8d44?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Whatever you do, Rebels, don't tamper with the oppositions balls. [ besides they are Kiwis, they might like it.]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-teams-round-seven-injury-news-referees-previews/news-story/05ea886070024cc072b765d2e9b10f5d?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

The Gospel of Rugby, By Alan Jones ,I tend to agree.

'Throw away the walky-talkies' by Alan Jones - PlayersVoice (https://www.playersvoice.com.au/alan-jones-throw-away-walky-talkies/?utm_source=Direct#V5U4c3JsO571vbys.97)

[bob10]

Stannard out of 7's rugby, coward punched by a drunken Pom.

Sevens captain James Stannard has fractured skull after one-punch hit (https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/australia/sevens-captain-james-stannard-has-fractured-skull-after-one-punch-hit/ar-AAvgv3G?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Rebels get a reality check.

Hurricanes give Rebels Super reality check (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/hurricanes-give-rebels-super-reality-check/ar-AAvhpk4?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Rauwalui to concentrate on the back five, and the Polynesians.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/wallabies/how-leftfield-bolter-simon-raiwalui-won-wallabies-job/news-story/da4e279d34911671db438e550c5b0d43?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Chiefs beat Highlanders.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-live-coverage-of-chiefs-v-highlanders-clash/news-story/b2420a6e21077cb7b14bd73a70926f26?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

The rise and rise of Rugby in the USA.

The growth of rugby in the United States - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gXYpKqc9XM)

[bob10]

European World Cup rugby game under scrutiny.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/03/rugby-world-cup-qualifiers-turmoil/

[bob10]

The state of rugby in Australia. Time to put to bed the fantasy of numbers playing the game in Aus. VS playing the game in NZ., methinks.

Analysing the state of rugby in Australia | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/03/analysing-the-state-of-rugby-in-australia/)

[bob10]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/dan-carter-cameo-sees-racing-past-clermont-scott-fardy-helps-leinster-beat-saracens-in-european-champions-cup-quarterfinals/news-story/8b388a96a00453b22df055fc9b67357a?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Jesse Parahi to Captain the Aus. sevens side


https://www.foxsports.com.au/commonwealth-games/sports/rugby/jesse-parahi-to-lead-australian-mens-sevens-team-at-commonwealth-games-in-absence-of-james-stannard/news-story/907170a4c4f8a8beef354479857b9cae

[bob10]

If they are good enough, they are old enough. REDS player could be the youngest to play for Qld in super rugby.

Reds name youngest Super Rugby debutant in history | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/04/05/Super-Rugby-Reds-Brumbies-Canberra-team-announcement)

[bob10]

The women's 7's are ready.

Sykes inundated with support as Aussies tune up on Sunshine Coast | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/news/2018/04/06/sykes-pelite-commonwealth-games-aussie7s)

[bob10]

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/12/perseverance-the-key-in-maurice-longbottoms-rise/

[bob10]

Commonwealth Games LIVE: Day one | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/04/13/Commonwealth-Games-day-one-LIVE)

[bob10]

Comment: Rugby Australia as top-heavy as they come and the gamble is falling flat (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-league/comment-rugby-australia-as-top-heavy-as-they-come-and-the-gamble-is-falling-flat/ar-AAvQ0LM?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Israel tells it as it is.

Israel Folau breaks silence, says he would walk away from Australian rugby, criticises Raelene Castle (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/israel-folau-breaks-silence-says-he-would-walk-away-from-australian-rugby-criticises-raelene-castle/ar-AAvWyBQ?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Super Rugby Power Rankings: Hurricanes, Crusaders, Highlanders, Waratahs, Reds, Rebels, Blues, Bulls, Brumbies | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-power-rankings-waratahs-into-top-four-rebels-slide-and-watch-out-for-the-bulls/news-story/156f1c2a891c1c989ae2a350fc620b82?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control)

[bob10]

I tend to agree, and with a Kiwi, no less. Although on rugby matters, I normally do. No Nation in rugby knows how to handle Polynesian players like NZ. And they don't do it with spin [ not much, anyway]

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/16/spiro-new-article-still-writing-israel-folau-is-an-incredibly-talented-footballer-but-a-very-very-good-person-too/

[bob10]

This is reported as a good news story, but it is all that is wrong with Australian rugby. He is not playing golden oldies, but 5th grade. Yes 5th grade is traditionally for has beens and newby wannabes, but WTF.

Is this bloke Australia's oldest rugby player? (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/is-this-bloke-australias-oldest-rugby-player/ar-AAvXnXj?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

NSW Waratahs make changes to forward pack (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/nsw-waratahs-make-changes-to-forward-pack/ar-AAw000N?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Israel has opened a can of worms. On the one hand, he is entitled to his belief, but on the other , he should respect others beliefs. And , not surprisingly, it works the other way.

Israel Folau’s confusion proves good intentions are no match for bad ideas | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/19/israel-folaus-confusion-proves-good-intentions-no-match-bad-ideas/)

[bob10]

Tell them they're dreamin.

No Genia, no worries for Rebels: Hodge | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/19/no-genia-no-worries-for-rebels-hodge/)

[bob10]

Round 10 news.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-teams-round-ten-injury-news-referees-previews/news-story/76a5942791b1d3105367e604c8d0c7cf?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Final of the women's comp, watching it at the moment, Qld don't have a good kicker, but have played better rugby.

Mary’s Wonder Women: Super W grand final – tonight! | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/20/marys-wonder-women-super-w-grand-final-tonight/)

[bob10]

A sobering take on Israel's message.

Forty years ago, we were all in Hell | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/21/forty-years-ago-hell/)

[bob10]

Waratahs kept pointless against Lions in Super Rugby reality check | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/waratahs-crash-back-to-earth-as-they-go-pointless-for-first-time-in-super-rugby-history-against-lions/news-story/5c783c37fa1fb6fbf0b6d26451afb3ff?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control)

[bob10]

Well, 3 Aussie sides well beaten so far, axing the Force made no difference to the Aussie conference, it seems. The Aussie game needs an overhaul, from the grass roots up. Fat chance of that.

Rugby - Bulls win a third in a row as they beat Rebels (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rugby-bulls-win-a-third-in-a-row-as-they-beat-rebels/ar-AAw9Fq7?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Well said.

The Waratahs’ pointless performance begs questions | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/22/waratahs-pointless-performance-begs-questions/)

[bob10]

I agree.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/23/oh-no-waratahs-0-happened-skills-coaching-australian-rugby/

[bob10]

England to tour South Africa.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/changing-of-the-guard-looms-as-england-captain-dylan-hartley-ruled-out-of-springboks-series/news-story/9fafdbc69d8b259adbb196240edeb412?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Wallaroos to play their first test in Australia for decades in a Bledisloe double header.

Wallaroos and Wallabies to play All Blacks in Bledisloe double header | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/watershed-moment-as-wallaroos-to-play-first-test-in-a-decade-on-home-soil-with-bledisloe-double-headers-announced/news-story/250c06f0b4fdbfeb3b7ddbde51bf7932?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control)

[bob10]

Tell him he's dreamin'. NZ will do nothing that will weaken their dominance in World Rugby.

Why aspiring Wallabies should go to school in New Zealand | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/25/why-aspiring-wallabies-should-go-to-school-in-new-zealand/)

[bob10]

Round 11, news, previews.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-teams-round-11-injury-news-referees-previews/news-story/ab93d19fbf60ed8afc3ea61c50764ec6?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

J O'connor, great footballer, not much between the ears.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/former-wallaby-james-oconnor-admits-injecting-painkillers-for-two-years/news-story/5c642252133aba4aa58ca89988306479?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

And the beat goes on.

Rebels downed by Stormers in Super Rugby (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rebels-downed-by-stormers-in-super-rugby/ar-AAwrjaB?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Stormers vs Rebels: Five things we learned | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/news/2018/04/27/stormers-rebels-five-things-we-learned)

[bob10]

New faces in the Wallaroos squad.

New faces in Wallaroos' extended squad | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/04/25/Wallaroos-2018-extended-squad-announcement)

[bob10]

Looking for excuses already? Surely not. Doesn't make it easy though, as if it was ever going to be.

Tight schedule puts the heat on Wallabies before Irish Test opener (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/tight-schedule-puts-the-heat-on-wallabies-before-irish-test-opener/ar-AAwrxfE?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Oh me of little faith, I didn't think they could do it. Even the Lions coach praised them for their spirit. Well done REDS.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-reds-upset-lions-2722-at-brisbanes-suncorp-stadium/news-story/bbb66b0a8781b591cf06faa222683494?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Brunbies couldn't score, even with the Crusaders playing with 13 men, with 2 in the bin.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-crusaders-beat-brumbies-2013-to-go-top-of-table/news-story/e5e61308e67aa4c7cf8f15c716b81c49

[bob10]

Jaguares first win against a NZ side.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-jaguares-beat-blues-2013-in-first-win-against-nz-team/news-story/b810afbb19439c42b5f930e9504b1424

[bob10]

Rugby sevens, Aussies clean sweep their pool in Tim Walsh's first tournament as coach.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/six-nations/singapore-sevens-australia-set-up-cup-quarterfinal-clash-with-spain/news-story/8e5f6ac5d563b909b42ca006c7d0fd8c

[bob10]

The quarter finalists.


#HSBC7s hashtag on Twitter (https://twitter.com/hashtag/HSBC7s'src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

[bob10]

It's rugby, glorious unadulterated rugby.

Reds tame the mighty Lions, thousands left disappointed | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/04/30/reds-tame-mighty-lions-thousands-left-disappointed/)

[bob10]

Hands off , Aussie Brad is ours.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/teams/reds/brad-thorn-on-kiwis-coaching-radar-after-impressive-start-to-rookie-season/news-story/e46da7fdd0f380e8fbf7cf4644307744?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Running on empty, injuries galore, Aussies almost roll the mighty Fijians.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/six-nations/singapore-sevens-live-coverage-of-2018-world-series-tournament/news-story/60aa4bab0dbc14d77c13b1bf6deeca0b?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

A Waratahs scandal before the REDS match. Tame by NRL standards, but hey, it's North Shore, you know. On a more serious note, Waratahs play the Blues at Brookvale. The field is undergoing investigation over the large number of ACL injuries lately. Recognised as one of the worst fields in the NRL comp., it will be interesting to see how the teams handle it.

Waratahs' Phipps thrown out of pub for urinating on bar (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/super-rugby/waratahs-phipps-thrown-out-of-pub-for-urinating-on-bar/ar-AAwxA34?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Go the REDS. 9 players under 21, a team for the future.

Rugby - 'Tongan Thor' Tupou relishing Reds revival (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rugby-tongan-thor-tupou-relishing-reds-revival/ar-AAwxroM?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Penrith Emus cut from the Shute shield comp.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/sydney-rugby-union-cuts-penrith-emus-but-plans-underway-to-see-a-club-in-the-region-return-to-the-competition/news-story/48bd869ddbbc43ca6a4fcaade76eaa0b?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Reds’ upset of character as Brumbies’ decision-making sinks season | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/05/01/reds-upset-character-brumbies-decision-making-sinks-season/)

[bob10]

Come home, Izzy.

Folau considering leaving Waratahs (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/folau-considering-leaving-waratahs/ar-AAwUL4j?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Always interesting to read what this fellow has to say.

Jaguares make the case for defence in Super Rugby | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/05/09/jaguares-make-the-case-for-the-defence-in-super-rugby/)

[bob10]

Lealiifano back to play against the Rebels.

Lealiifano refreshed after reality check | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/05/11/Lealiifano-Muirhead-Brumbies-captains-run-pre-Rebels)

[bob10]

Danny Cipriani returns to the England squad.

Cipriani returns to England fold | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/05/10/June-Series-England-South-Africa-Cipriani-squad)

[bob10]

Women's sevens, new coach, new players, go you good things!

McGregor going from 'Michelle' to 'Beyonce' | Rugby.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2018/05/11/Aussie-womens-sevens-langford-Page-Mcgregor)

[bob10]

Kiwi halfback for the Wallabies ?

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/wallabies/new-zealand-born-michael-ruru-in-line-for-surprise-wallabies-call-up-for-ireland-test-series/news-story/e1477fed28ed4a0e5071bfbff2e7a268?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Brad Shields, Hurricanes captain to play for England.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/new-zealand-rugby-extremely-disappointed-as-eddie-jones-england-call-up-hurricanes-skipper-brad-shields-for-springboks-series/news-story/11ac0945ff3720e5e00ba7d6b1427ec4?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

REDS flogged. A fiasco.

Reds' Super season hits new low in Tokyo (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/reds-super-season-hits-new-low-in-tokyo/ar-AAx987u?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Ireland awaits
https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/wallabies/the-three-selection-areas-that-wallabies-coach-michael-cheika-must-get-right-for-threematch-test-series-against-ireland/news-story/04ce1eae592e98f844ee4284a5bd6c94?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Glen Ella on England's backline.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/former-wallaby-glen-ella-says-england-coach-eddie-jones-must-settle-on-his-backline-formation/news-story/a7e0b4cf116e2a70719b13fd29bfdf57?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

It's official. Kiwis cheat better than we do.

Waratahs v Crusaders Super Rugby video: Joe Moody elbows Kurtley Beale in jaw, SANZAAR officials, New Zealand rugby | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/sanzaar-officials-have-case-to-answer-after-new-zealand-referees-miss-red-card-offence-from-all-black-joe-moody-on-kurtley-beale/news-story/79706411f2d8f77df8f3d07a1ca98f13?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control)

[bob10]

Rugby in Australia in its death throes.

Canberra crowds disappear as Brumbies crash to frustrating loss (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/canberra-crowds-disappear-as-brumbies-crash-to-frustrating-loss/ar-AAx9NNd?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

In three years the REDS could have a world class forward pack........Do we have the patience?

https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/05/13/righting-reds-ship/

[bob10]

Cheating Kiwi thug finally spotted.

Crusaders Joe Moody cited for cheap shot on Waratah Kurtley Beale | Fox Sports (https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/joe-moody-to-pay-price-for-cheap-shot-on-kurtley-beale-but-all-too-late-for-waratahs/news-story/0c0a6958c399c3a2a014d4598aba62d9?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control)

[bob10]

Michael Cheika’s 2018 Wallabies need another captain – and some new talent | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/05/14/michael-cheikas-2018-wallabies-need-another-captain-new-talent/)

[bob10]

Scott Fardy playing well in Europe.


https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/wallaby-scott-fardy-helps-leinster-seal-european-glory-over-injuryravaged-racing-92/news-story/a188e0250e6a5cfc8802960a268ff052?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Romania disqualified from the World cup. Pity, we could have beat them.

Romania controversially out of rugby World Cup (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/romania-controversially-out-of-rugby-world-cup/ar-AAxkUVV?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Should Kiwi Brad Shields play for England?

Should Brad Shields play for England? | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/05/16/should-brad-shields-play-for-england/)

[bob10]

Wallaby hooker spot up for grabs


https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/wallabies/wallabies-hooker-job-up-for-grabs-after-tatafu-polotanau-ruled-out-of-ireland-series/news-story/2b40541b4599d993cb3f4e7ec629df5d?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Round 14 news

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-teams-round-14-squads-injury-news-referees/news-story/caa26b3fcd7bd224d89c510dea72de41?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Scott Fardy, doing well in Ireland.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/podcast-how-unloved-wallaby-scott-fardy-became-irish-cult-hero-with-leinster/news-story/5985c0b7e878df83514365a8d1e54a31?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

Inexperience and silly mistakes cost the REDS, but they really put the effort in. Consistency is the problem at the moment, IMO.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/super-rugby-live-coverage-of-hurricanes-v-reds-round-14-clash/news-story/d4679f43d0cc0cdef700bbefe5c815c0?utm_source=daily_ sportsmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=crm&utm_content=control

[bob10]

5 things we learned from the REDS Vs Hurricanes match.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/five-things-we-learned-from-reds-v-hurricanes-clash/news-story/fd14c0f7ef4a635512b6e5b6e61af96f

[bob10]

This makes sense to me.

It’s time for a rugby revolution in the southern hemisphere | The Roar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2018/05/19/time-rugby-revolution-southern-hemisphere/)