New Wallaby coach announced

[bob10]

Dave Rennie, as expected, has been announced as the new Wallaby coach. Time to start a new thread about rugby, touch wood, turn three times, life's like a box of chocolates, you never know what you are going to get. But let's hoist the sail on the good ship wallaby, and motor after the dark side. EDIT


https://youtu.be/IjvBlclpq7c






Dave Rennie appointed Qantas Wallabies Head Coach

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Rugby Australia has today announced the appointment of Dave Rennie as Head Coach of the Qantas Wallabies.
Rennie will fulfil his current commitments with Glasgow Warriors before joining the Qantas Wallabies in July 2020 on a three-and-a-half-year deal that will see him leadAustralia at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
An accomplished and highly respected leader, Rennie joined the Chiefs as Head Coach in 2012 and enjoyed instant success winning back-to-back Vodafone Super Rugby titles in his first two years in charge. The Hamilton-based side played finals in each of the six seasons he spent with the Chiefs, a mark that is unmatched by any Head Coach in competition history.
Prior to the Chiefs, Rennie took the Wellington Lions to a first ITM Cup title in 14 years as Head Coach in 2000, and later steered New Zealand Under 20’s to three consecutive world titles from 2008 to 2010.
Rennie was named Head Coach of Glasgow Warriors for the 2017/18 season and in his second year he took the Scottish outfit to the Pro 14 Final and the Quarter Finals of theEuropean Champions Cup, the first time the Warriors have made the playoffs in both competitions.
Today’s announcement is the result of an extensive search which included in-depth analysis of all of the leading experienced coaching candidates in world Rugby.
Rugby Australia Chief Executive, Raelene Castle said: “This is a massive coup for Australian Rugby, Dave Rennie was the clear standout candidate for the job, and we’re thrilled to havesecured his services.”
“Dave’s coaching philosophy focuses equally on football and team culture, the key pillars to building sustainable success in any team. He has a proven track record in the Northernand Southern Hemisphere.
“Given incumbent Head Coach, Michael Cheika had indicated in early 2019 the possibility that he would not seek re-appointment for the role, we needed to identify a list of candidates that would be available to us, and suitable to work within our new High Performance framework. This search has been ongoing for the past six months.
“When Michael then confirmed he would not seek re-appointment following our Rugby World Cup exit, we moved to appoint our preferred candidate.
“I have had extensive conversations with Dave, and he was interviewed by Rugby Australia Chairman, Cameron Clyne and fellow Board Directors and former Wallabies, Brett Robinson and Phil Waugh before being appointed to the role.
“It was important to Dave to see out his contract with Glasgow and he will commence with the Wallabies at the completion of the Pro 14 season. Between now and June, the Wallabies Assistant Coaches and Director of Rugby, Scott Johnson will take the lead in working with the players under Dave’s guidance and direction.
“Dave and Scott worked closely together during their time in Scotland and will join forces once again to implement Rugby Australia’s National High Performance Plan. With Dave as Head Coach, and Scott managing our off-field program, the Wallabies have the right structure in place to build for the next era of sustained success,” said Castle.
Incoming Qantas Wallabies Head Coach, Dave Rennie said: “My wife, Steph and I have spent the past few months considering our future and we’re really excited about our decision.
“I’ve been coaching professionally for over 20 years and wherever I’ve gone, I’ve immersed myself in the community and culture. I believe I can make a difference here.
“There are some outstanding young men coming through the schools system. I want to create a strong connection with the Super Rugby and national age grade Coaches and help them achieve their goals, which will benefit the Wallabies in time.
“When I met Raelene Castle, I was really impressed with her plans for the future of Australian Rugby and I’m keen to be part of that.
“We’ve loved our time here in Glasgow. The Coaching group and management are absolutely world class. The work ethic and passion of the players has been incredible, and we will miss them,” said Rennie.

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UPDATE.

Sounds like what the wallabies need. Now all he has to do is negotiate the egos and State bias.

"What attracted me to Dave when I first put him on in Scotland in the Glasgow job, humble guy, really humble man who is a tracksuit coach who gets out there, encourages skill there's a lot of work on skill development, plays a very, very attractive way, what you see is what you get and that's where we are, that fits our dynamic," he said.


UPDATED: Wallabies win "significant fight" for Rennie's services after "late" All Blacks interest | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/11/19/Wallabies-coach-announcement)

[bob10]

Rennie has already spent more time talking with Raelene Castle than Cheika did during his whole time as coach.

Clean slate: Rennie appointment starts a new era for Australian rugby (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/21/clean-slate-rennie-appointment-starts-a-new-era-for-australian-rugby/)

[bob10]

Giteau's law, should it stay? albeit in a different form?

Don’t give Giteau’s Law the boot (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/22/dont-give-giteaus-law-the-boot/)

[bob10]

New International Rugby Academy of Australia backed by rugby greats.


Legends back new plan to make Wallabies great again (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/23/legends-back-new-plan-to-make-wallabies-great-again/)

[bob10]

More division in Australian Rugby. There doesn't seem to be any consultation.


Rugby Australia goes it alone (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/23/rugby-australia-goes-it-alone/)

[bob10]

The nay sayers cop a serve.


The Wrap: Australian rugby’s strange parallel universe (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/25/the-wrap-australian-rugbys-strange-parallel-universe/)

[bob10]

Rennie wants to develop local talent.

Rennie won't make excuses for rebuilding Wallabies (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rennie-wont-make-excuses-for-rebuilding-wallabies/ar-BBX6eDr?ocid=spartandhp)

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Mehrtens backs Rennie. I think that's a good thing...…


Mehrtens tips Rennie to revive Wallabies (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/mehrtens-tips-rennie-to-revive-wallabies/ar-BBXkBhM?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Wallabies attack coach in the bag.


Rugby AU edging closer to their preferred Wallabies attack coach (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/26/rugby-au-edging-closer-to-their-preferred-wallabies-attack-coach/)

[bob10]

Raelene Castle's greatest triumph. or biggest failure.


Trial by media: Australian rugby’s broadcast future to play out in public (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/26/trial-by-media-australian-rugbys-broadcast-future-to-play-out-in-public/)

[bob10]

Semi Radradra to play for Bristol.



Semi signs with Bristol (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/28/semi-signs-with-bristol/)

[bob10]

The All Blacks review after their loss to England.


What was said at the All Blacks' 'ruthless' review following their semi-final defeat to England (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/what-was-said-at-the-all-blacks-ruthless-review-following-their-semi-final-defeat-to-england/ar-BBXrAaj?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Latrell Mitchell for the Wallabies ?

Code swap? Latrell Mitchell reaches out to Rugby Australia (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/30/code-swap-latrell-mitchell-reaches-out-to-rugby-australia/)

[bob10]

Canterbury Crusaders keep the name, change the logo.

Crusaders to keep name but change logo (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/11/29/crusaders-to-keep-name-but-change-logo/)

[bob10]

Pocock shoots down Folau's claim he could be captain of the Wallabies.

David Pocock bemused by Israel Folau's captaincy claim (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/david-pocock-bemused-by-israel-folaus-captaincy-claim-1051367/)

[bob10]

Nathan Grey, high performance coach ? Kidding, surely.

Wallabies assistant Nathan Grey moves into high performance role (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/02/wallabies-assistant-nathan-grey-moves-into-high-performance-role/)

[bob10]

Suliasi Vunivalu contracted to the Qld. REDS 2021.


Rugby Australia and the Queensland Reds lure NRL star Suliasi Vunivalu back to Rugby | Rugby AU (https://australia.rugby/news/2019/12/03/Suliasi-Vunivalu-reds)

[bob10]

The Australian 7's squad.


Trae Williams to earn first Aussie 7s cap, Hutchison joins starting squad | Rugby AU (https://australia.rugby/news/2019/11/29/2020-mens-dubai)

[bob10]

The Wallabies must learn to defend. Defence is the foundation of every great Team. Edit. Exit Nathan Grey [ 35 points and 5 tries each game Vs All Blacks] Enter Matt Taylor.and thank goodness for that.


Dave Rennie’s Wallabies must mount a case for the defence in 2020 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/04/why-dave-rennies-wallabies-must-mount-a-case-for-the-defence-in-2020/)

[bob10]

Quade Cooper, his side of the story.

'Enough's enough': O'Neill tried to stop Cooper abuse at RWC 2011 (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/enoughs-enough-oneill-tried-to-stop-cooper-abuse-at-rwc-2011/ar-BBXNpqP?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

RA says Folau payment not excessive.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/05/castle-insists-folau-settlement-cost-less-than-going-to-court/

[bob10]

One change that can ensure Wallaby success. I agree.


The one change that can ensure Wallabies success (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/09/the-one-change-that-can-ensure-wallabies-success/)

[bob10]

Why Scott Barrett should captain the All Blacks.

Why Scott Barrett should captain the All Blacks (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/09/why-scott-barrett-should-captain-the-all-blacks/)

[bob10]

Aus. players facing a big season.

Brett Mackay.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/10/its-a-big-super-rugby-season-ahead-for/

[bob10]

Game of codes podcast. MCG pitch debacle, and where will both rugby codes be in 10 years.

Lachie Whitfield, the MCG pitch debacle and where both rugby codes will be in ten years (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/10/lachie-whitfield-the-mcg-pitch-debacle-and-where-both-rugby-codes-will-be-in-ten-years/)

[bob10]

Ian Foster to coach the All Blacks.

Ian Foster to coach All Blacks (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/ian-foster-to-coach-all-blacks/ar-AAK0ddC?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Wallabies clear the decks. I have a good feeling about this. Doesn't matter if they don't win everything, it's how they play the game.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/12/wise-choice-scott-wisemantel-new-attack-coach-as-wallabies-confirm-multiple-appointments/

[bob10]

The greatest All Blacks since 1970 ?

Who are the greatest All Blacks since 1970? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/17/greatest-all-blacks-since-1970/)

[bob10]

Men's Rugby 7's to expand.


Promotion and relegation in as World Rugby Sevens expands (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/18/promotion-and-relegation-in-as-world-rugby-sevens-expands/)

[bob10]

SOME of the recommendations from the 2019 RA rugby review



​Rugby AU publishes recommendations from 2019 Wallabies review (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/19/rugby-au-publishes-recommendations-from-2019-wallabies-review/)

[bob10]

Foster officially unveils new AB's assistant coaches. The battle lines are drawn, and it's going to be as hard as ever. But, we wouldn't have it any other way. [edit I just thought " easy for me to say, I'll be in my longue room. ][biggrin]


Foster officially unveils new set of All Blacks assistants (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/19/foster-officially-unveils-new-set-of-all-blacks-assistants/)

[bob10]

Time for World Rugby to come to grips with time wasting scrums,


Too right Richie! World Rugby need to get a grip on time-sucking scrums (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/20/too-right-richie-world-rugby-need-to-get-a-grip-on-time-sucking-scrums/)

[bob10]

Women's rugby can help Australia get back to the top in World rugby. From Nicholas Bishop.

How women’s rugby can help Australia return to the top of the global game (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/01/how-womens-rugby-can-help-australia-return-to-the-top-of-the-global-game/)

[bob10]

Ex All Blacks coach, Hansen, Knighted in NZ new years honours list.

Former All Blacks coach Hansen knighted (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/31/former-all-blacks-coach-hansen-knighted/)

[bob10]

Matt Taylor new Wallaby defence coach


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/12/27/wallabies-reveal-new-defence-coach/

[bob10]

Scott Fardy on playing in Ireland.

The Australian view from across the water: Scott Fardy (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/08/the-australian-view-from-across-the-water-scott-fardy/)

[bob10]

Liam Wright to Captain the REDS.

Liam Wright named new Reds skipper (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/08/liam-wright-named-new-reds-skipper/)

[bob10]

New rugby laws to be trialled

'Waist-high' tackles among new rugby laws to be trialled (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/14/waist-high-tackles-among-new-suite-of-rugby-laws-to-be-trialled/)

[bob10]

George Gregan, Wallaby legend.


YouTube (https://youtu.be/y5hx85nL76k)

[bob10]

Hooper steps down as Waratahs Captain.

Super Rugby: Michael Hooper steps down as Waratahs captain just a week out from season opener (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/super-rugby-michael-hooper-steps-down-as-waratahs-captain-just-a-week-out-from-season-opener/ar-BBZc6qA?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

REDS defeat WARATAHS in a trial at Dalby. Early days yet, but a good start.

Reds impressive in trial defeat of Tahs (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/reds-impressive-in-trial-defeat-of-tahs/ar-BBZhV26?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Super Rugby, New Zealand conference.


Super Rugby 2020 preview: New Zealand conference (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/24/super-rugby-2020-preview-new-zealand-conference/)

[bob10]

Super rugby, the REDS.

Super Rugby 2020 preview: Queensland Reds (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/27/super-rugby-2020-preview-queensland-reds/)

[bob10]

What coach Rennie wants from the Wallabies. I like the sound of him.


Rennie's Wallabies need success from Australia's Super Rugby teams (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/27/rennies-wallabies-need-success-from-australias-super-rugby-teams/)

[bob10]

Crusaders coaches talk about cohesion and Team Work Index. Wise words.

The 1014 Rugby Show : Cohesion & TWI on Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/336741675)

[bob10]

Super rugby, the Rebels.



Super Rugby 2020 preview: Melbourne Rebels (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/29/super-rugby-2020-preview-melbourne-rebels/)

[bob10]

Super rugby, the Brumbies. Can't wait to see Nick Frost in action, when he gets a game.

Super Rugby 2020 preview: ACT Brumbies (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/30/super-rugby-2020-preview-act-brumbies/)

[bob10]

Finally, super rugby, the teams , the games, the times.
Round one. 5 debutantes for the REDS. Against Canberra, consider it a learning curve.

Super Rugby Round 1 teams: Four new faces for Waratahs, Nawaqanitawase to start (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/01/29/super-rugby-round-1-teams-lolesio-named-at-10-for-brumbies-up-to-five-debutants-for-reds/)

[bob10]

Sunwolves defeat REBELS.


Rebels lose Super opener to Sunwolves (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rebels-lose-super-opener-to-sunwolves/ar-BBZxe8V?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Brumbies defeat REDS, but a good game from the REDS.


Brumbies beat Reds in Super opener (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/brumbies-beat-reds-in-super-opener/ar-BBZvGYT?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

The 'Tahs have to step up.

Tahs can’t afford another Newcastle stumble (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/07/tahs-cant-afford-another-newcastle-stumble/)

[bob10]

The intensity of a schoolboy rugby match in New Zealand.


YouTube (https://youtu.be/bDgKTVclKEw)

[bob10]

The six Nations, what we have learned so far.


Six Nations: what have we learnt so far? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/11/six-nations-what-have-we-learnt-so-far/)

[bob10]

Why Warren Gatland is winning the battle of the basics.



Why Warren Gatland is winning the battle of the basics (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/12/why-warren-gatland-is-winning-the-battle-of-the-basics/)

[bob10]

Can RA sort out the TV rights mess?


O'Neill calls for RA 'lame ducks' to stand down from TV deal talks (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/oneill-calls-for-ra-lame-ducks-to-stand-down-from-tv-deal-talks/ar-BBZSLDi?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

VALE, Shane Nightingale.

Rugby has lost one of its gladiators (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/14/rugby-has-lost-one-of-its-gladiators/)

[bob10]

Dunedin's waning interest in Super Rugby. What's happening in Rugby's heartland.?



Super Rugby’s waning interest levels in Dunedin (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/13/super-rugbys-waning-interest-levels-in-dunedin/)

[bob10]

New Australian national club competition in the works?

RA confirms national club competition in the works; NRC future unclear (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/13/ra-confirms-national-club-competition-in-the-works-nrc-future-unclear/)

[bob10]

Springbok's Coach's talk to his team, pre world cup final. [ translator may be needed]



https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/vision-emerges-of-springbok-coachs-epic-world-cup-speech-1062721/

[bob10]

Australian super rugby teams can't cut the mustard. Sad, but a fact of life. The REDS played well in the first half, but fell to pieces under pressure in the second. No other way to say it.


Horror weekend for Australian Super Rugby teams makes Castle's broadcast rights a hard sell (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/17/horror-weekend-for-australian-super-rugby-teams-makes-castles-broadcast-rights-a-hard-sell/)

[bob10]

The wrap, Sunwolves ,and the shame file.


The Wrap: The Sunwolves and Super Rugby’s shame file (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/17/the-wrap-the-sunwolves-and-super-rugbys-shame-file/)

[bob10]

Eddie Jones being Eddie Jones.


Eddie Jones apologises for racism joke (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/21/eddie-jones-apologises-for-racism-joke/)

[bob10]

GO THE REDS !!! It might only be the Sun wolves, but I'll take it. Reds 64, Sunwolves 5.


Reds shatter records in stunning 64-5 annihilation of the Sunwolves (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/reds-shatter-records-in-stunning-64-5-annihilation-of-the-sunwolves-1064434/)

[bob10]

Should the Brumbies and the REDS provide the bulk of the Wallabies?

The Brumbies and the Reds should provide most of Rennie's Wallabies (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/24/the-brumbies-and-the-reds-should-provide-most-of-rennies-wallabies/)

[bob10]

James O'Connor is re-invented. A much better version.

The spiritual third-coming of James O’Connor (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/25/the-spiritual-third-coming-of-james-oconnor/)

[bob10]

Australia's attack coming together. Slowly.



Can Noah Lolesio be Australia’s triple threat at No.10? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/26/can-noah-lolesio-be-australias-triple-threat-man-at-number-10/)

[bob10]

A mixed weekend for the Saffer sides,


Super Rugby: Stormers suffer first defeat as Bulls lose again (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/super-rugby-stormers-suffer-first-defeat-as-bulls-lose-again/ar-BB10zbSm?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

The REDS are still only a 60 minute side. I liked most of their first half, but at times in the second half, they played like schoolboys. They are boys, time they played like men.



The time for positive affirmations is over for the Reds (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/02/the-time-for-positive-affirmations-is-over-for-the-reds/)

[bob10]

Super Rugby: Five talking points from Round 5 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/02/super-rugby-five-talking-points-from-round-5/)

[bob10]

Ireland blow their chance to defeat South Africa in the LA 7's. by clockwatching.

Ireland blow chance for an upset LA Sevens win after rookie clock-watching error (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/ireland-blow-chance-for-an-upset-la-sevens-win-after-rookie-clock-watching-error-1065635/)

[bob10]

Super rugby round 5 teams.

Super Rugby Round 5 teams: Four huge ins for Rebels, Reds name strong bench (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/02/27/super-rugby-round-5-teams/)

[bob10]

Stormers suffer an injury blow to Du-Toit, on top of injury to Kolasi, and a season ending injury to Mbonambi.

https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/stormers-suffer-injury-blow-as-du-toit-goes-under-knife-twice/ar-BB10Gzir?ocid=spartandhp

[bob10]

Coronavirus leaves 6 Nation fate in the balance.


Coronavirus leaves Six Nations' fate in balance at Paris meet (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/coronavirus-leaves-six-nations-fate-in-balance-at-paris-meet/ar-BB10BLTI?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Round 6 super rugby teams. This weeks .



Super Rugby Round 6 teams: Beale to skipper injury-hit Waratahs, huge injury blow for Reds (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/04/super-rugby-round-6-teams/)

[bob10]

The Crusaders rest two in form players for the REDS clash. I wish they would rest a few more.

Crusaders rest game-breakers for Reds game (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/crusaders-rest-game-breakers-for-reds-game/ar-BB10IvG4?ocid=spartanntp)

[bob10]

The Chiefs want a fast start against the Waratahs.


Chiefs target fast start against Waratahs (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/chiefs-target-fast-start-against-waratahs/ar-BB10Ia7X?ocid=spartanntp)

[bob10]

Waratahs experienced players letting the side down.

Waratahs' experience counting for not very much at all (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/10/waratahs-experience-counting-for-not-very-much-at-all/)

[bob10]

The Wrap, round 6.

The Wrap: Super Rugby splits into two (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/09/the-wrap-super-rugby-splits-into-two/)

[bob10]

Points for the Wallaby coach to consider.

Half a dozen rounds in, here are six Super Rugby takeaways for Dave Rennie and the Wallabies (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/11/half-a-dozen-rounds-in-here-are-six-super-rugby-takeaways-for-dave-rennie-and-the-wallabies/)

[bob10]

Super rugby round 7 teams.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/11/super-rugby-round-7-teams/

[bob10]

Super rugby competition suspended . That would be right, the REDS are starting to hit their straps.

Coronavirus: Super Rugby 2020 season to be suspended following weekend action (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/coronavirus-super-rugby-2020-season-to-be-suspended-following-weekend-action/ar-BB11bkgx?ocid=spartanntp)

[bob10]

Reds fight back.

Reds smash Bulls in Super Rugby comeback (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/reds-smash-bulls-in-super-rugby-comeback/ar-BB11bcJk?ocid=spartanntp)

[bob10]

No local rugby until May.


All community rugby in Australia put on hold until May (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/17/all-community-rugby-in-australia-put-on-hold-until-may/)

[bob10]

NZ, local competition to replace super rugby in NZ.


New Zealand comp in planning to replace Super Rugby (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/18/new-zealand-comp-in-planning-to-replace-super-rugby/)

[bob10]

Claudia Bell, doing it for the Aussie Women.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/19/claudia-bell-recognised-at-her-sport-her-way-awards/

[bob10]

The great Australian open side debate. Part 2.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/25/the-great-australian-openside-debate-round-2/

[bob10]

The first Wallabies, 1899 to 1919

The Wallabies’ pioneers first XV (1899-1919) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/30/the-wallabies-pioneers-first-xv-1899-1919/)

[bob10]

Wallaby Pioneers 2nd 15. What is interesting here is the All Blacks played with a scrum formation of 2/3/2 with a loose forward allowed to stand off. Hence the term " loosies " I guess.

The Wallabies' Pioneers second XV (1899-1919) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/03/31/the-wallabies-pioneers-second-xv-1899-1919/)

[bob10]

Canberra candidates at no. 6.

The raw and the cooked: Canberra candidates at number 6 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/01/the-raw-and-the-cooked-canberra-candidates-at-number-6/)

[bob10]

How to watch a game of rugby.


How to watch a game of rugby: Part 3 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/03/how-to-watch-a-game-of-rugby-part-3/)

[bob10]

R.A.'s ugly in-fighting just got uglier.

The Wrap: Rugby’s ugly in-fighting just got uglier (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/06/the-wrap-rugbys-ugly-in-fighting-just-got-uglier/)

[bob10]

Wallaby revivalists 2nd 15. 1920-1939


The Wallabies' Revivalists second XV (1920-1939) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/05/the-wallabies-revivalists-second-xv-1920-1939/)

[bob10]

Wallaby revivalists first 15, 1920-1939


The Wallabies' Revivalists first XV (1920-1939) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/04/the-wallabies-revivalists-first-xv-1920-1939/)

[bob10]

The Wallaby Diehards, 1940 - 1959


The Wallabies' Diehards first and second XVs (1940-1959) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/16/the-wallabies-diehards-first-and-second-xvs-1940-1959/)

[bob10]

World rugby announces coronavirus relief package.

World Rugby announces $100m virus relief plan (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/world-rugby-announces-dollar100m-virus-relief-plan/ar-BB12JhT6)

[bob10]

The Wallaby reformists, 1st and 2nd 15's. 1960-79.



The Wallabies' Reformists first and second XVs (1960-1979) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/20/the-wallabies-reformists-first-and-second-xvs-1960-1979/)

[bob10]

Why defence will be the best form of attack for Rennies Wallabies.


Why defence will be the best form of attack for Dave Rennie’s new Wallabies (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/22/why-defence-will-be-the-best-form-of-attack-for-dave-rennies-new-wallabies/)

[bob10]

Castle's gone, whose next ?


Hunt begins for Castle’s replacement (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/24/hunt-begins-for-castles-replacement/)

[bob10]

Not Phil Kearns, surely?


Phil Kearns won't be the Rugby Australia CEO (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/24/phil-kearns-wont-be-the-rugby-australia-ceo/)

[bob10]

Paul Mclean lashes out at the bullying of Castle.


'Dark forces': McLean slams Castle abusers (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/dark-forces-mclean-slams-castle-abusers/ar-BB137yMw?ocid=spartanntp)

[bob10]

Well, let's just get on with it, shall we?


Right then Australian rugby, let’s get on with things, shall we? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/28/right-then-australian-rugby-lets-get-on-with-things-shall-we/)

[bob10]

The new wine must shun the old bottles in Australian rugby,


Why new wine must shun the old bottles in Rugby Australia’s new era (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/29/why-new-wine-must-shun-the-old-bottles-in-rugby-australias-new-era/)

[bob10]

Rennie gutted, but still wants to coach.

"Gutted" Rennie remains committed to coaching Wallabies (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/04/29/gutted-rennie-remains-committed-to-coaching-wallabies/)

[bob10]

Why would any one want to coach this train wreck.

Clarke promises to stamp out RA factions (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/07/clarke-promises-to-stamp-out-ra-factions/)

[bob10]

All time greatest Springboks, open for discussion.


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FhrC1Rs8Os)

[bob10]

Monday night rugby, with Brian O'Driscoll .


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJOy0ge3ooU)

[bob10]

The greatest rugby match?


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YALDB3wNIws)

[bob10]

Rugby to start in NZ.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/11/new-zealand-reveals-domestic-super-rugby-competition-start-date-draw/

[bob10]

Australian domestic rugby to start in july.

July start for an Australian domestic comp, and it can’t come a moment too soon (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/12/july-start-for-an-australian-domestic-comp-and-it-cant-come-a-moment-too-soon/)

[bob10]

Nic White, Wallaby Captain ?


Why Nic White should be the next Wallabies captain (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/13/why-nic-white-should-be-the-next-wallabies-captain/)

[bob10]

World Rugby approves a change to the rugby try-scoring law.

World Rugby approves change to try-scoring law (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/13/world-rugby-approves-change-to-try-scoring-law/)

[bob10]

New Chairman for RA announced.

Hamish McLennan confirmed as new Rugby Australia chairman as World Rugby funding lands (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/more-sports/hamish-mclennan-confirmed-as-new-rugby-australia-chairman-as-world-rugby-funding-lands/ar-BB1474wV?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

10 minutes of Referee Nigel Owens being Nigel Owens.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yf3NdyeGtgU)

[bob10]

How Faf De Klerk gave England a halfback masterclass .


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XanqCKOr2VU)

[bob10]

Where are the Wallabies' big wingers?

Why the Wallabies need their big winger back (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/20/why-the-wallabies-need-their-big-winger-back/)

[bob10]

Greatest Wallaby team of the super rugby era, as voted.


The greatest Wallabies team of the Super Rugby era, as voted by you (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/21/the-greatest-wallabies-team-of-the-super-rugby-era-as-voted-by-you/)

[bob10]

A guide to the various sub-species of the forward pack. An enlightened view.


A guide to the various sub-species of the forward pack (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/21/a-guide-to-the-various-sub-species-of-the-forward-pack/)

[bob10]

Rennie free to coach the Wallabies .


Dave Rennie finishes at Glasgow, free to coach Wallabies early (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/05/27/dave-rennie-finishes-at-glasgow-free-to-coach-wallabies-early/)

[bob10]

The overhaul of Rugby Australia on the way. Don't hold your breath.

RA to reveal details of overhaul (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/06/01/ra-to-reveal-details-of-overhaul/)

[bob10]

Rennie takes a 30% pay cut.


Coronavirus: New Australia coach Dave Rennie to take 30 per cent pay cut (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/coronavirus-new-australia-coach-dave-rennie-to-take-30-per-cent-pay-cut/ar-BB155Ovw?ocid=spartanntp)

[bob10]

New draw for Aus. rugby announced.

Rugby Australia locks in Super Rugby AU draw (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/06/11/rugby-australia-locks-in-super-rugby-au-draw/)


Aus. rugby and Aotearoa draw.

Super Rugby AU and Aotearoa draw and fixtures 2020 (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/super-rugby/super-rugby-fixtures/)

[bob10]

One talking point for each super Aotearoa team.

One talking point for each Super Rugby Aotearoa team (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/06/11/one-talking-point-for-each-super-rugby-aotearoa-team/)

[bob10]

Cheika denies O'Connor's World Cup claims. I wish he would just move on, Cheika put AR back years, IMO.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/06/18/cheika-denies-oconnors-world-cup-claims/

[bob10]

What we know ahead of Super rugby round one.

What we know ahead of Super Rugby AU Round 1 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/06/30/what-we-know-ahead-of-super-rugby-au-round-1/)

[bob10]

A Chiefs fans tribute to Dave Rennie. Now I am excited. We can only hope.

A Chiefs fan’s tribute to Dave Rennie (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/06/29/a-chiefs-fans-tribute-to-dave-rennie/)

[bob10]

O'Connor steps up.

O’Connor kicking goals in Super return (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/07/04/oconnor-kicking-goals-in-super-return/)

[bob10]

German sevens rugby disappointment a step back for international rugby.

A double whammy for German rugby and its sevens team (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/07/07/a-double-whammy-for-german-rugby-and-its-sevens-team/)

[bob10]

Australia's other forgotten man. by Nicholas Bishop. The tackle on McDermott by Maddox in the game on the weekend was first class.

Australia’s other forgotten man stands up at Suncorp (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/07/08/australias-other-forgotten-man-stands-up-at-suncorp/)

[bob10]

Who will wing it for the All Blacks in 2020?

Who will wing it for the All Blacks in 2020? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/07/15/who-will-wing-it-for-the-all-blacks-in-2020/)

[bob10]

Changing of the RED guard may be good for the Wallabies. Nicholas Bishop.

Changing of the red guard bodes well for the Wallabies (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/07/22/changing-of-the-red-guard-bodes-well-for-the-wallabies/)

[bob10]

RA and Dave Rennie get under South Sydney's guard, to sign Joseph Suaallii , but deny the reported cost.

RA and Dave Rennie get in under Souths' guard to nab teenage sensation (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/07/22/ra-and-dave-rennie-get-in-under-souths-guard-to-nab-teenage-sensation/)

[bob10]

Australian team changes for the weekend's games.

Super Rugby AU Round 4 teams: Changes aplenty across all four sides (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/07/23/super-rugby-au-round-4-teams-changes-aplenty-across-all-four-sides/)

[bob10]

Fiji and Japan join the six Nations for an Autumn tournament..

Eight nations: Japan and Fiji to join European rugby union tournament (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/news/eight-nations-japan-and-fiji-to-join-european-rugby-union-tournament/ar-BB17fy7S?ocid=msedgdhp)

[bob10]

Young boys and girls turning to Rugby in the bush. Hopefully rugby will support them so they enjoy it and stay when junior league kicks off again out there.

In rugby league heartland, another footy code is gaining ground (https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/australia/in-rugby-league-heartland-another-footy-code-is-gaining-ground/ar-BB181JTJ?ocid=msedgdhp)

[bob10]

How good game planning kept the REDS season alive. Now all they have to do is learn how to change tactics on the run during a game to get the best result.

How good game planning kept the Reds season alive (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/08/27/how-good-game-planning-kept-the-reds-season-alive/)

[bob10]

Ooops. wrong place my bad

[bob10]

Good news, Schoolies has been cancelled.

Schoolies cancelled as Queensland's virus emergency spreads (https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/queensland/2020/08/28/schoolies-queensland-virus/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=News%20Alert%20-%2020200828)

[bob10]

An Aussie abroad, Tala Gray.

Aussie abroad: Tala Gray (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/01/aussie-abroad-tala-gray/)

[bob10]

Super rugby AU, round 10, teams.

Super Rugby AU Round 10 teams: Haylett-Petty back for Rebels, Brumbies stock up for blockbuster (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/03/super-rugby-au-round-10-teams-haylett-petty-back-for-rebels-brumbies-stock-up-for-blockbuster/)

[bob10]

Seven new players in the All Blacks rebuild.

Seven new players in All Blacks rebuild (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/07/seven-new-players-in-all-blacks-rebuild/)

[bob10]

The REDS have the skills, but are they switched on for 90 minutes?

The Brumbies just don't have the tools to compete with the Reds (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/06/the-brumbies-just-dont-have-the-tools-to-compete-with-the-reds/)

[bob10]

RA changes the Giteau law for 2020;

Rugby Australia changes Giteau Law for 2020 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/10/breaking-rugby-australia-changes-giteau-law-for-2020/)

[bob10]

The French rugby revival.

The French rugby revival (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/10/the-french-rugby-revival/)

[bob10]

" Bespoke "quarantine arrangements for the Wallabies in NZ for test matches.

'Bespoke' quarantine rules when Australia heads to NZ for Test matches (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/union/2020/09/15/nz-virus-rules-bledisloe-cup/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Morning%20News%20-%2020200916)

[bob10]

5 talking points from the Aus. GF.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/20/five-talking-points-from-the-super-rugby-au-final/

[bob10]

The rugby championship fixtures 2020, Saturday double headers, games in Brisbane, Sydney and Newcastle. The All blacks are understandably not happy with the timing.

New Zealand Rugby unhappy as SANZAAR releases 2020 Rugby Championship draw (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/24/host-cities-locked-in-as-sanzaar-releases-2020-rugby-championship-draw/)

[bob10]

South Africa pulls out of Super Rugby. Goes to Europe instead.

Super Rugby as we know it all but over after South Africa votes to quit, send teams to Europe instead (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/09/30/super-rugby-as-we-know-it-all-but-over-after-south-africa-votes-to-quit-send-teams-to-europe-instead/)

[bob10]

A leaked document adds to the tension between the ARU and NZ rugby.

Leaked document adds further tension to Australia-NZ rugby row (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/01/leaked-document-adds-further-tension-to-australia-nz-rugby-row/)

[bob10]

The Springboks go back to the future, finally the Springbok/All Black games will be the magnificent contests they used to be.

Up north, South Africa will be kicking, and they will be hitting anybody foolish enough to be underneath the stampede of hooves when the ball comes down. And they will be doing it all quite unapologetically, without even the hint of a smile.

The contest between two different visions of the game will, at last, be fully and vividly alive – the Springboks looking to kick and hit and hurt, the All Blacks and Wallabies running and passing for their lives. That is, after all, just as it should be. Nothing else will do.[biggrin]

Why South Africa was right to move north (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/07/why-south-africa-was-right-to-move-north/)

[bob10]

Wallabies team for Bledisloe named.

https://ci4.googleusercontent.com/proxy/wlXKOF-i2WTM0IQ1mqRY-cWzYz5heORcPPJpktQdaDyMShEkJ_Wwymk1mQh5HeLeyB0mDka 5SmtwSvy9-vpDr1SmPTYMzpm0-l6-YVA_r82ZWejXFshydaJ5NRjxQkBYwSDm1OQv0bAj0P1yIX8kTY gI=s0-d-e1-ft#http://image.E.rugby.com.au/lib/fe9512727166037974/m/5/326c6a17-e246-47ad-8221-53d71a00d235.jpg

Four debutants named, Petaia ruled out: Rennie names Wallabies side to take on All Blacks in Bledisloe I | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2020/10/08/Wallabies-team-named-to-play-All-Blacks-in-Bledisloe-Cup-2020-Wellington)

[Saitch]

Can you believe that, with 10 minutes to go, I had to attend to a matter of importance, which consumed 13 minutes of my life.:dbcry::dbcry::dbcry::dbcry::dbcry::dbcry:

[bob10]

Well, I didn't expect that. I've had a big few days building a fence, and after we drove to Caloundra this morning to check out the van park, [ and have a beer in the Surf club] I fell asleep during the game. Woke up at 13 all, then O'Connor kicked a penalty, then the All Blacks kicked one, then came one of the best extra time moments for a long time. It seemed both sides were intent on playing running rugby , and declined the field goal. 88 minutes it went for, what a start to the new Coach's reign. Rennie is the first Islander coach to coach a tier 1 level team. And he said the team was not satisfied with the draw. In the past they would have been happy just to get close. Lots of improvement needed, but it's doable. Thank goodness I taped it.[biggrin]

'We're certainly not celebrating in the dressing-rooms': Wallabies left 'disappointed' after incredible draw against All Blacks | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2020/10/11/bledisloe-cup-2020-wallabies-all-blacks-live-scores-report)

[bob10]

All Blacks invite the Wallabies into their dressing room after the game.

All Blacks invite Wallabies into their dressing room after intense draw (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/all-blacks-invite-wallabies-into-their-dressing-room-after-intense-draw-1097055/)

[bob10]

How the Wallabies moved on from Cheika-ball at the cake tin

How Dave Rennie’s Wallabies moved on from Cheika-ball at the Cake Tin (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/14/how-dave-rennies-wallabies-moved-on-from-cheika-ball-at-the-cake-tin/)

[bob10]

Ballymore gets election promise upgrade.
Ballymore’s long wait for an upgrade is a step closer after a $15 million pre-election state government promise that would see Brisbane rugby’s heartland become the home of the Wallaroos.
The Australian women’s rugby team would join the Queensland Reds at the $30 million National Rugby Training Centre to give the once-proud venue new life after years of decay.
The venue could host multiple sports if Brisbane’s 2032 Olympic bid is successful and also bolster Australia’s 2027 Rugby World Cup hosting hopes and act as a training base for the Wallabies or touring Test nations.



Ballymore redevelopment gets big pre-election funding promise (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/13/ballymore-redevelopment-gets-big-pre-election-funding-promise/)

[bob10]

A South African supporter picks his Springbok team. Those here who remember the Boks of old will relish the possibility of the new and revitalised Springbok team going back to the future. Can't wait.

"One of my earliest rugby memories was pre-TV with my ears glued to shortwave radio. I was listening to the brainstrust of Dawie de Villiers and Piet Visagie tying the Wallabies, All Blacks, France and England into knots behind a hard driving monster pack.They had a rock solid defence while playing the territory game with pin-point kicking and de Villiers sniping breaks while Visagie was the deadly goal kicker and seamless link to legendary outside backs like John Gainsford, Mannetjies Roux and Tom van Vollenhoven.
This came from a long-gone era when the Boks dominated the world game like a colossus; much like the past decade and a half’s All Blacks vintage of Henry-Hansen domination.
The cool winds of isolation started stunting our rugby and our ivory tower was demolished by Willie-John McBride’s Lions in 1974; much like they did to the All Blacks four years prior.
The take-out from that is that we didn’t have a top flyhalf. The selectors picked four different fly halves in four Tests while the most gifted player of his era, Peter Kirsten, was deemed too small and young."


A scintillating Bledisloe icebreaker and what becomes of the injured Boks? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/15/a-scintillating-bledisloe-icebreaker-and-what-becomes-of-the-injured-boks/)

[bob10]

Willy-John McBride, the Irish legend, when British and Irish rugby was the best in the World. Bring back the glory days. EDIT. Have to laugh when a player turned to McBride during the first test against the All Blacks V British Lions, and said " count their players, I've tackled 35 of them! ." [bigrolf]

The Story of Willie John McBride - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvHqA7CoR64)

[bob10]

We beat the All Blacks. Llanelli, Wales, 1972. After the win the town drank every pub in town dry. And they had two breweries!.


We Beat the All Blacks (Llanelli vs the All Blacks 1972) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0Kv9FXqs1k)

[bob10]

10 minutes of Nigel Owens being Nigel Owens. Nigel is a proud gay man, and one of the best refs in Rugby. [ at the lineout he says " I'm straighter than that ". Good one Nige. ]

10 Minutes of Nigel Owens being Nigel Owens | The Referee Grand Master - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yf3NdyeGtgU)

[bob10]

Rennie makes 4 changes for the Eden test. And it makes the team better, IMO. Ned Hanigan is back, I rate him highly [ FWIW]
Queensland captain Liam Wright has taken Rob Valtini’s place on the bench, and while Hunter Paisami has retained the no.13 jersey, Jordan Petaia will make his return from a hip flexor injury amongst the reserves. Noah Lolesio, who was an unused substitute last week, has dropped out of the side.



BREAKING: Ned Hanigan returns as Dave Rennie makes four changes to Wallabies team for Bledisloe 2 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/16/breaking-dave-rennie-makes-four-changes-to-wallabies-team-for-bledisloe-2/)

[bob10]

The All Blacks make some telling changes for the Eden Test. If only it was played at Suncorp/ Lang Park. [happycry]

All Blacks make raft of changes for Eden Park Bledisloe showdown (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/16/all-blacks-make-raft-of-changes-for-eden-park-bledisloe-showdown/)

[bob10]

The six Nations competition, in Australian time.

2020 Six Nations fixtures in Australian time (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/six-nations/)

[RANDLOVER]

The All Blacks make some telling changes for the Eden Test. If only it was played at Suncorp/ Lang Park. [happycry]

All Blacks make raft of changes for Eden Park Bledisloe showdown (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/16/all-blacks-make-raft-of-changes-for-eden-park-bledisloe-showdown/)

For those of you distracted on Aulro the game is about to kick off on Ch 10 Bold, as I type.

[bob10]

For those of you distracted on Aulro the game is about to kick off on Ch 10 Bold, as I type.

Watching the Haka, they frighten me. Don't know how the Wallabies feel. :eek2:

[bob10]

21 missed tackles, some silly offside play, but I like what I see with the Wallabies. I don't expect them to win this game, but the improvement in two games with the new coach is evident.

[bob10]

Well, Calum Clark, the difference in the first half, the aggressive AB defence in the second , which forced the Wallabies into a deeper attack profile, which gave the AB's time , you give the AB's time, you pay the price. Still, the Wallabies didn't fall away, last year the AB's would have put 50 on them. The Wallabies sorted the lineout problems in the second half, but poor passing and ball control [ because of the defence] took away the Wallabies time in attack. Still, I'm impressed with the attitude and commitment of the Aussies. Better things to come.

[Saitch]

Still, I'm impressed with the attitude and commitment of the Aussies. Better things to come.

Too right, Bob! I now have some useful material, other than cricket, to use when discussing 'Australia v England' sport with my pommy mate, in the UK. [thumbsupbig]

[bob10]

Welcome competition in the rugby broadcast rights race - and a farewell, for now… (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/27/welcome-competition-in-the-rugby-broadcast-rights-race-and-a-farewell-for-now/)

[bob10]

All Blacks without 2 key players for the 3rd Bledisloe.

All Blacks will be without two key players for Bledisloe 3 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/25/all-blacks-will-be-without-two-key-players-for-bledisloe-3/)

[bob10]

Ireland, a pivot problem ?

The solo pivot: The Irish attack that isn't working as well (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/25/the-solo-pivot-the-irish-attack-that-isnt-working-as-well/)

[bob10]

Why the Wallabies need To'omua . Nicholas Bishop.

Why it takes To'omua to tango (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/10/28/why-it-takes-toomua-to-tango/)

[bob10]

The Wallabies team for the next match against the AB's.

Bledisloe bombshells! Brumbies duo thrown in the deep end as O'Connor ruled out against All Blacks | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2020/10/28/Wallabies-team-named-to-play-All-Blacks-in-Bledisloe-III-Sydney-2020-Noah-Lolesio)

[bob10]

Back to the drawing board for the baby Wallabies, as the attacking maul is back.
Two common factors throughout this Bledisloe Cup reign are the All Blacks, every time they are challenged, ramping up attrition levels in the pack, and unleashing superior scoring strike power.
This Wallabies’ pack is a work-in-progress and, for as long as Brodie Retallick remains in Japan, the difference is not profound. What is harder to bridge is the deficit in all-round skill, pace and confidence; the ability to flick a switch, go up a couple of gears, and put 14 points into the match in an instant.



The Wrap: Wallabies mauled by resurgent All Blacks (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/02/the-wrap-wallabies-mauled-by-resurgent-all-blacks/)

[bob10]

A long way to catch up, but denial is not helping.

Australia seems to be living in another world when it comes to the All Blacks (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/03/australia-seems-to-be-living-in-another-world-when-it-comes-to-the-all-blacks/)

[bob10]

The Wallaby team for the weekend's game.

TEAM RUGBY (http://view.e.rugby.com.au/?qs=4c61c0bf1d53ea6b36dbaa8b19f605eb63befd2815d72d 002ddb772992b1ed34f43d712b7a72d1b87ac1cd0a782890f7 b3076bb02c0cfcd00a25bbdc9f5437f1b5d73e37eebe74e2be ec09ab90081160)

[bob10]

New free to air rugby broadcast deal.

OFFICIAL: Rugby AU locks in new free-to-air broadcast deal as Nine launches Stan Sport (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/09/official-rugby-au-locks-in-new-free-to-air-broadcast-deal-as-nine-launches-stan-sport/)

[bob10]

What the Argentine team had to go thru before playing the All Blacks. Adversity can make you stronger. They played magnificently.

This is what Argentina had to go through before beating the All Blacks (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/this-is-what-argentina-had-to-go-through-before-beating-the-all-blacks-1103880/)

[bob10]

Are the All Blacks staring into the Abyss?

Are the All Blacks staring into the abyss? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/18/are-the-all-blacks-staring-into-the-abyss/)

[bob10]

The Wallaby team to take on the Pumas.

TEAM RUGBY (http://view.e.rugby.com.au/?qs=0a55f34b97bdf3888873c6ec8ead2992867c6c18ea2344 0d2152a9a4d04365edc4b0d05280379387262e901b4424fa8c a165bdd9e5f185159bb03fa843da48ae6d79cdc20159e0ab32 30770ddf0445ac)

[bob10]

The incomplete Welsh attack.

The dual pivot: The incomplete Welsh attack (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/19/the-dual-pivot-the-incomplete-welsh-attack/)

[bob10]

All Blacks Captain savages ' Brutal " NZ fans.

All Blacks captain savages 'brutal' fans after team's back-to-back losses (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/all-blacks-captain-savages-brutal-fans-after-teams-back-to-back-losses-1104185/)

[bob10]

Where it all began to go wrong for the All Blacks.

Where it all began to go wrong for the All Blacks (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/19/where-it-all-began-to-go-wrong-for-the-all-blacks/)

[bob10]

Where Australia vs Argentina will be won and lost (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/20/where-australia-vs-argentina-will-be-won-and-lost/)

[bob10]

Australia and New Zealand drawn in the same women's RWC pool.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/20/australia-and-nz-drawn-in-the-same-womens-rwc-pool/

[bob10]

Fiji rugby fans seek answers.

Fiji rugby fans seek answers (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/20/fiji-rugby-fans-seek-answers/)

[bob10]

Dan Leo's documentary 'Oceans Apart. ' Part one.




Oceans Apart - Rupeni Caucaunibuca (https://www.rugbypass.com/news/oceans-apart-rupeni-caucaunibuca/#:~:text=In%20the%20first%20episode%20of%20the%20O ceans%20Apart,players%20to%20grace%20the%20field%2 0%E2%80%93%20Rupeni%20Caucaunibuca).Trending on RugbyPass


4:15pm, 29 May 2019In the first episode of the Oceans Apart Series, Dan Leo, Director of the Pacific Rugby Players Welfare organisation, travels to a remote and isolated village in Fiji (https://www.rugbypass.com/internationals/teams/fiji/) to speak with one of the most talented and exciting players to grace the field – Rupeni Caucaunibuca.
With no education, and no support mechanisms, Rupeni was ill-equipped to deal with his meteoric rise to stardom. Now retired, Rupeni currently lives in his village with little means of income.

[bob10]

Oceans Apart, part two.

Trevor Leota: Oceans Apart #2 - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTfjS-6z5VQ)

[bob10]

Oceans Apart, part three.
Mental Health, is particularly important in today’s landscape, and given all of us have experienced isolation in some form or another through this lockdown, it’s something we can all relate to.In this episode, we seek to lift the stigma associated with Mental Health in Pacific communities but most importantly, we must act upon it. As former Fijian captain Sunia Koto says- a few minutes of your time used to check-in on someone might make all the difference.




Mental Health in Rugby: Oceans Apart #3 - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeE9Acfmowc)

[bob10]

Waisale Serevi, the Fijian magician.

Waisale Serevi: The Fijian Magician | World Rugby Films - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tFHiT_CqbY)

[bob10]

Wallabies Vs Argentina, some thoughts. Where oh where is there a Michael Lynagh, or John Eales , a captain who can stick to the game plan, and not let the team drift away . The game was Australia's for the winning, but they allowed themselves to be dopes in the rope a dope Argentina played.[Tongan Thor, take note.]Hooper should be set out to pasture. O'Connor and Toomua are needed to give the backline some direction. [ but their replacements are desperately needed , to be given experience at that level. ] One that got away, and the new coach must be fuming. I expect some radical changes in the team.

[bob10]

Where is the big beast of the Wallaby second row.? Nicholas Bishop.

6-6-6: Where is the big beast of the Wallaby back row? (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/25/6-6-6-where-is-the-big-beast-of-the-wallaby-back-row/)

[bob10]

The tri-nations equations, what each team has to do to win the cup.

The Tri Nations equations: What the Wallabies, Pumas and All Blacks need to do to win (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/11/24/the-tri-nations-equations-what-the-wallabies-pumas-and-all-blacks-need-to-do-to-win/)

[bob10]

All Blacks make three changes for the Pumas clash.

All Blacks make three changes for Pumas (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/all-blacks-make-three-changes-for-pumas/ar-BB1bmLKc?ocid=msedgntp)

[bob10]

How the All Blacks found their wings in Newcastle. The All Blacks once again take tactics to a new level. We can only watch in awe. From Nicholas Bishop.

How the All Blacks found their wings in Newcastle (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/02/how-the-all-blacks-found-their-wings-in-newcastle/)

[bob10]

Big future for Wallaby centres,- O'Connor.


Big future for Wallabies centres: O'Connor (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/01/big-future-for-wallabies-centres-oconnor/)

[bob10]

The Wallaby side to play the PUMAS this weekend.

O'Connor, Salakaia-Loto return from injury as Rennie names Wallabies team for Tri Nations finale | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2020/12/03/Wallabies-coach-Dave-Rennie-names-team-to-play-Argentina-Pumas-Tri-Nations-2020?utm_source=TeamRugby&utm_medium=edm&utm_campaign=WallabiesTeamAnnounced)

[bob10]

Pablo Matera not playing for the Pumas.

“At the time of preliminary issuance, the Disciplinary Committee has considered and assessed the attitude of the three players during this process, and understands that they have not repeated similar actions during these more than eight years, and that they have shown during this time to be people with firm and upright values, worthy of being part of our team.”



Pablo Matera back as Pumas captain, but not for Wallabies clash (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/03/pablo-matera-back-as-pumas-captain-but-not-for-wallabies-clash/)

[bob10]

The anthem was sung in the Aboriginal Eora clan language, for the first time. I suppose it was about time, but I'm not sure. There are literally hundreds of aboriginal dialects, how can you choose just one. ?

Wallabies anthem success may force change (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-league/wallabies-anthem-success-may-force-change/ar-BB1bFiTX?ocid=msedgdhp)

[bob10]

The Wrap: Wallabies fans, stop me if you’ve heard this one before (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/07/the-wrap-wallabies-fans-stop-me-if-youve-heard-this-one-before/)

[bob10]

The same old questions need to be answered.

A promising Wallabies start leaves us with the same unanswered questions (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/08/a-promising-wallabies-start-leaves-us-with-the-same-unanswered-questions/)

[bob10]

Why defence is trending ahead of attack in modern rugby. Nicholas Bishop.

Why defence is trending ahead of attack in modern rugby (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/09/why-defence-is-trending-ahead-of-attack-in-modern-rugby/)

[bob10]

Where have all the great centres gone?

Where have all the great centres gone? (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/09/where-have-all-the-great-centres-gone/)

[bob10]

James O'Connor to play for the Chiefs next year?

O’Connor’s vision is what the game needs (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/13/oconnors-vision-is-what-the-game-needs/)

[Saitch]

Just found this while going through a few things so thought I'd throw it on for a pic.
166796

Bob, I'd like to know your thoughts on the modern game.
I was brought up with Rugby at school and played a few games with the 'Sea Snakes'. I remember when the kerfuffle started with the 'Redcliffe Sevens' comp and the two breweries. My brother played with Teachers for a few years and a pommie born, brother-in-law played 1st Grade in Rocky. I used to love going to Ballymore to watch the big games, especially Queensland v British Lions.
Presently, regarding the modern 'Interpretations' of the game, the three of us have generally lost interest in international rugby.

[bob10]

Just found this while going through a few things so thought I'd throw it on for a pic.
166796

Bob, I'd like to know your thoughts on the modern game.
I was brought up with Rugby at school and played a few games with the 'Sea Snakes'. I remember when the kerfuffle started with the 'Redcliffe Sevens' comp and the two breweries. My brother played with Teachers for a few years and a pommie born, brother-in-law played 1st Grade in Rocky. I used to love going to Ballymore to watch the big games, especially Queensland v British Lions.
Presently, regarding the modern 'Interpretations' of the game, the three of us have generally lost interest in international rugby.

Well, you've got me thinking. I recently saw a game, a final, played in NZ between North Auckland and the Marco's. [ think that was it.] A free flowing game , high scoring , physically tough. Some great tries scored, general handling and ruck & maul play good. The scrums a good contest for the ball, skillful lineout play, great to watch. Compare that with the similar level of the game in Aus. and you get box kicks, dropped ball, scrum resets ad infinitum, Stop start play, kicks in general play, ruck infringements ad nauseum, did I mention kicking? We seem to have lost most of the basic skills in the game, hookers who can't throw the ball in straight to save themselves, halfbacks who are too slow passing from set plays, No .10's who can't/ won't tackle, the list goes on. Some blame the referee's interpretation of the rules, and in some cases that may be correct. But we see the top NZ sides , when their game plan is not working, change their game plan on the run. Our sides ,with the exception of perhaps the Brumbies, don't seem to be able to do that successfully.

Years ago, when I played, the Kiwi's called us back yarders. In other words, good players but really had little idea of the finer nuances of the game. Good description really. Where oh where are the John Eales's, Nick Farr Jones's , Michael Lynagh's and yes, the Campese's .I don't remember seeing a decent back line movement this year. Having said that, a new coach, some exciting new players, a new year next year.....but that's what we said last year, and before that.....

New Zealand have the foundations of their game spot on. They develop players to be good people, as well as good players. Australia has to accept what they have, a la Kurtley Beale. It used to be said in a test match even though NZ could find many more good players than Aus. all we had to do was find 18 good players to match them. Not any more. Their best 18 are heads and shoulders over ours. How was this allowed to happen? Grass roots rugby in Australia is dying. Go to any club out west[ if you can find them] and the backbone of the club are usually from across the ditch. Well that's enough grumbling. I'll keep watching, hoping for a miracle. Here is an open letter to World Rugby , which has some very good points.

An open letter to World Rugby: Part 1 (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2020/12/15/an-open-letter-to-world-rugby-part-1/)

[bob10]

I almost forgot. When a ROAR article is posted, scroll down to the comments , there are some very experienced men making comment. Some not as well.

[bob10]

The London IRISH game set down for Boxing Day has been cancelled, due to players testing positive to the virus.

Rugby-London Irish's Boxing Day game at Bath called off due to COVID-19 cases (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/other/rugby-london-irish-s-boxing-day-game-at-bath-called-off-due-to-covid-19-cases/ar-BB1caTW8?ocid=msedgntp)

[bob10]

Israel Folau, coming back to Rugby?

Folau linked with shock rugby union return (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/folau-linked-with-shock-rugby-union-return/ar-BB1cLMLT?ocid=msedgdhp)

[bob10]

Time to talk about the REDS!

Time for the Reds to shine in 2021 (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/01/25/time-for-the-reds-to-shine-in-2021/)

[bob10]

Wallabies to revert back to the old gold colour of the jersey. And about time.

Wallabies jersey to revert to 1991 golden glow (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/more-sports/wallabies-jersey-to-revert-to-1991-golden-glow/ar-BB1dbo8L?ocid=msedgntp)

[bob10]

What is the role of the modern rugby referee?

What is the role of the modern rugby referee? (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/02/what-is-the-role-of-the-modern-rugby-referee/)

[bob10]

Winners and losers from the Roger Tuivasa Scheck code switch.


Winners and losers from the Roger Tuivasa-Sheck code switch (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/01/31/winners-and-losers-from-the-roger-tuivasa-sheck-code-switch/)

[bob10]

Scotland defeat England at Twickenham. Eddie blames himself.


Eddie Jones blames himself for England’s shock defeat by Scotland: ‘This stays with you for a long time’ (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/news/eddie-jones-blames-himself-for-england-s-shock-defeat-by-scotland-this-stays-with-you-for-a-long-time/ar-BB1ds4Ox?ocid=msedgntp)

[bob10]

Wing Duhan van der Merwe scored the only try but this was a heroic showing from Scotland, with the seasoned Exeter stars Stuart Hogg and Jonny Gray to the fore, third-choice hooker George Turner excellent, and centre Cameron Redpath sparkling on debut.




Scotland upset woeful England in Six Nations opener to seal first Twickenham win since 1983 (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/news/scotland-upset-woeful-england-in-six-nations-opener-to-seal-first-twickenham-win-since-1983/ar-BB1dsb20?ocid=msedgntp)

[bob10]

It was a typically uncompromising encounter between the sides. Three players were replaced by half-time because of injury with Johnny Sexton following one minutes from the end after taking a knee to the head that makes him doubtful for their next match against France.




Wales grind out Six Nations win as O'Mahony red card costs Ireland (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/news/wales-grind-out-six-nations-win-as-o-mahony-red-card-costs-ireland/ar-BB1dtwNc?ocid=msedgntp)

[bob10]

The Herald has learnt Vunivalu will be one of a handful of headline Reds stars who will face the Waratahs in Narrabri on Friday.


‘He's a specimen': Reds to roll out Vunivalu for debut in Waratahs trial (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/hes-a-specimen-reds-to-roll-out-vunivalu-for-debut-in-waratahs-trial/ar-BB1dkZwQ?ocid=msedgntp)

[bob10]

RTS to play for the Auckland Blues.;


Auckland Blues win Tuivasa-Sheck’s signature for 2022 (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/07/auckland-blues-win-tuivasa-shecks-signature-for-2022/)

[bob10]

Wallabies take a pay cut for the good of the professional players.;


Wallabies take hit for rugby pay relief (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/06/wallabies-take-hit-for-rugby-pay-relief/)

[bob10]

Back row opportunities for Australia looking good,;

Back-row opportunities in Australian rugby have never been greater (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/11/back-row-opportunities-in-australian-rugby-have-never-been-greater/)

[bob10]

Eddie plays safe against Italy.

Eddie Jones plays it safe with England selections (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/12/eddie-jones-plays-it-safe-with-england-selections/)

[bob10]

Six Nations round two wrap.

Six Nations: Round 2 talking points (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/15/six-nations-round-2-talking-points/)

[bob10]

Super Rugby preview, Waratahs.

The Roar's Super Rugby AU season preview: NSW Waratahs (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/15/the-roars-super-rugby-au-season-preview-nsw-waratahs/)

[bob10]

Super rugby Aotearoa, team by team.

Super Rugby Aotearoa: Team by team (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/15/super-rugby-aotearoa-team-by-team/)

[bob10]

France's 6 Nations Rugby coach tests positive for COVID.

France's Six Nations squad isolating after coach tests positive for COVID (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/17/frances-six-nations-squad-isolating-after-coach-tests-positive-for-covid/)

[bob10]

Super rugby team preview, Melbourne Rebels.

The Roar's Super Rugby AU season preview: Melbourne Rebels (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/17/the-roars-super-rugby-au-season-preview-melbourne-rebels/)

[bob10]

Good game from the REDS, but really only for the first half. The second half was ordinary, from both sides. Way to go yet.

Five talking points from Super Rugby AU Round 1 (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/24/five-talking-points-from-super-rugby-au-round-1/)

[bob10]

Why Jim Mckay is the best attack coach in Australian rugby. By Nicholas Bishop. An excellent article , disecting the game REDS V Waratahs.


Why Jim McKay is the best attack coach in Australian rugby (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/24/why-jim-mckay-is-the-best-attack-coach-in-australian-rugby/)

[bob10]

The Andy Marinos view for Australian rugby.

Build it and they will come: The Andy Marinos view for Australian rugby (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/23/build-it-and-they-will-come-the-andy-marinos-view-for-australian-rugby/)

[bob10]

British and Irish Lions consider Jesey as a base if this summer tour of South Africa is moved to the British Isles.


British and Irish Lions consider base in Jersey as contingency plan for tour (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby/british-and-irish-lions-consider-base-in-jersey-as-contingency-plan-for-tour/ar-BB1e3vVF?ocid=msedgdhp)

[bob10]

England V Wales, Ireland V Italy.

England sunk by Wales while Ireland lash Italy (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/02/28/england-sunk-by-wales-while-ireland-lash-italy/)

[bob10]

The battle of the blindside enforcers. From The ROAR.

Battle of the blindside enforcers: Why the power lies in Canberra (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/03/battle-of-the-blindside-enforcers-why-the-power-lies-in-canberra/)

[bob10]

ALL Blacks lock in Aaron Smith for the next World Cup.

All Blacks lock in Aaron Smith for next Rugby World Cup (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/02/all-blacks-lock-in-aaron-smith-for-next-rugby-world-cup/)

[bob10]

Lions watch. Picking a forward pack to take on the Boks.

Lions watch: Selecting a forward pack to take on the Boks (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/05/lions-watch-selecting-a-forward-pack-to-take-on-the-boks/)

[bob10]

The state of South African rugby, pre-Lions 2021 tour.

The state of South African rugby pre-Lions 2021 tour (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/04/the-state-of-south-african-rugby-pre-lions-2021-tour/)

[bob10]

Locking horns with the 'Boks , the Lions best bet for second row.

Locking horns with the Boks: The Lions’ best bet for second row (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/11/locking-horns-with-the-boks-the-lions-best-bet-for-second-row/)

[bob10]

Vunivalu to start against the Brumbies. Can't wait.

Reds' Vunivalu to start against Brumbies (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/11/reds-vunivalu-to-start-against-brumbies/)

[bob10]

Well, the Reds pipped the Brumbies in the last minute. [ 40- 38] Very enjoyable rugby game, James O'C. captained well, played well. Still too much ball dropped in defence to suggest either side can challenge teams like the Crusaders across the ditch. The scores indicate good attack, but also not so good defence. Still, a pleasure to watch.

Six talking points from Super Rugby AU and Aotearoa (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/15/six-talking-points-from-super-rugby-au-and-aotearoa-3/)

[bob10]

The Wallaroos see the postponement of RWC 2021 until 2022 as an opportunity for improvement, not a set back.

Time will benefit Wallaroos Rugby World Cup campaign (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/15/time-will-benefit-wallaroos-rugby-world-cup-campaign/)

[bob10]

England beat France, Wales are up for the Grand Slam.

England sink France while Wales are up for the slam (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/14/england-sink-france-while-wales-are-up-for-the-slam/)

[bob10]

Lucy Lockhart, for the love of rugby.

Lucy Lockhart pursues Rugby World Cup dream for the love of rugby (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/18/lucy-lockhart-pursues-rugby-world-cup-dream-for-the-love-of-rugby/)

[bob10]

14 man Ireland rout England in the 6 Nations.

14-man Ireland rout England in Six Nations (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/21/14-man-ireland-rout-england-in-six-nations/)

[bob10]

Despite penalties and dropped ball aplenty, the REDS win again. The Force do look the goods, and with two new forward recruits on the way [ both test players], they can't be taken lightly. Toomea is firing for the rebels, and Canberra are still in the hunt , at least for the AU series. How our teams will front up to the top NZ sides is the unknown, but I haven't seen anything to suggest they will survive the relentless pressure the NZ sides will put on them.We can only hope.

The Reds have an opportunity to not just win but dominate Super Rugby AU (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/22/the-reds-have-an-opportunity-to-not-just-win-but-dominate-super-rugby-au/)

[bob10]

NSW Coach sacked.

The decision to sack Rob Penney was shameful. But you already knew that (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/30/the-decision-to-sack-rob-penney-was-shameful-but-you-already-knew-that/)

[bob10]

The Wallaby squad, a step forward, and a step back;

The Wrap: Wallabies squad unveiling a step forward and a step backward (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/29/the-wrap-wallabies-squad-unveiling-a-step-forward-and-a-step-backward/)

[bob10]

Vunavalu hurt his hamstring, out for 2-4 weeks.

Vunivalu left hamstrung in Super Rugby AU (theroar.com.au) (https://www.theroar.com.au/2021/03/30/vunivalu-left-hamstrung-in-super-rugby-au/)

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Welcome back home, Greg Holmes.

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Good to see the old rugby engine room work horse, Greg Holmes, acknowledged for his enormous contribution to rugby during his brief but emotional return to Brisbane last week, as part of the opposing Western Force squad..
The son of a potato farmer from Warwick, Holmes was the heart and soul of the Reds scrum for 12 seasons, before packing up his boots and heading for Exeter in England, “to bolster his self-managed superannuation fund”.

Not my words you’ll understand – rather the interpretation of his front-row packing cohort, none of whom begrudge their former teammate a single pence. They couldn’t think of a more deserving, stiff-necked, cauliflower-eared beneficiary than Greg “Farmer” Holmes.
There’s a wonderful story involving the 27 Test Wallaby veteran, dating back to 2015 – Holmes’ second last season with the Reds. He and his long-time propping pal James Slipper were in the gym at Ballymore, patiently and painstakingly pursuing their “PB” squats.
In his 12th season of professional rugby, Holmes finally cracks the 150kg threshold – three reps none the less!

There’s high-fiving between the pair – persistence at last pays off. “Great work, mate! Go you good thing”.
A split second later, their attention is drawn to the lifting station two across. Some young islander kid, picking up an impossibly heavy set up dumbbells like it was a toothpick laden with Kellogg’s fruit loops. Vomp. Vomp, Vomp – 10 reps at 200kg.

Taniela Tupou, The Tongan Thor, just 18 years of age.
Holmes looks at Slipper. Slipper looks at Holmes.
“What’s the friggin’ point?” Holmes says to his loose-head buddy, the pair quickly concluding it was time for a shower.
And a coffee.[biggrin]
Don’t despair, Farmer. Regardless of the country, the league, the division, the grade, every rugby team needs at least one Greg Holmes.

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Brad Thorn , post game interview Reds win again.

Brad Thorn's revealing post-game interview (msn.com) (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/brad-thorn-s-revealing-post-game-interview/ar-BB1fgBT8?ocid=msedgntp)

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Brumbies just beat Waratahs, Highlanders crush Crusaders in a surprise.

Super Rugby 2021 live scores Aotearoa Crusaders Highlanders AU NSW Waratahs Brumbies results news video highlights (nine.com.au) (https://wwos.nine.com.au/rugby/super-rugby-2021-live-scores-aotearoa-crusaders-highlanders-au-nsw-waratahs-brumbies-start-time-results-news-video-highlights/c6487845-7ec2-4739-8a68-c54de1653ebd?ocid=Social-WWOS)

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All Blacks captain , Sam Cane sidelined for a couple of months.



Sam Cane injury All Blacks Chiefs Super Rugby 2021 news (nine.com.au) (https://wwos.nine.com.au/rugby/sam-cane-injury-all-blacks-chiefs-super-rugby-2021-news/1471f703-2ccc-41c5-b3aa-0390e67aed4b)