Archive for April 30th, 2006

Boks have the power – but lack the skills

April 30, 2006
Posted by Boertjie

Two counter views makes for interesting reading: Ex-Springbok prop Daan Human believes SA has the power to make it to the finals of WC 2007 – yet several experts question our lack of basic skills and coaching.
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All is far from fine in NZ rugby

April 30, 2006
Posted by Rasputin

Lamentation for club rugby; Loud mouthed fans not helping ref recruitment; ‘New’ NPC set to be a disaster; NZRU’s income could “plummet”. Read it all here.
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Fiji Rugby Union In The Black

April 30, 2006
Posted by Rasputin

After several years of financial difficulties, the Fiji Rugby Union has announced a remarkable turnaround in its financial position.
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1,301 and out for rugby stalwart

April 30, 2006
Posted by Rasputin

ONE of rugby union’s longest careers came to an end yesterday afternoon when John Williamson, 54, played his 1,301st and final match for Ripon in the Yorkshire League, England.
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Peter Thorburn Named Interim Eagle Coach

April 30, 2006
Posted by Rasputin

Peter Thorburn, a name synonymous with the All Blacks both as a coach and selector, has been identified by USA Rugby interim Director of Rugby Alan Solomons, and has accepted the offer of Chairman Bob Latham and the USA Rugby Executive Committee to assume the role of interim men’s national team head coach.
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Alan Solomons – USA Rugby interim DoR

April 30, 2006
Posted by Rasputin

Alan Solomons has agreed to return to the USA Rugby national office as its interim Director of Rugby.
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Posted in Rugby Administration, Rugby Personalities | 1 Comment »