THE Waratahs’ South African, halfback, Sarel Pretorius, like most new fathers, is thinking a lot about his origins these days. May 10, 2012 Day to remember … NSW’s 1937 win is one of the proudest moments of the Waratahs franchise. Photo: Fairfax Archive Tomorrow, on the same day his first child, Sarel Joshua, turns two...
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It will take only a few moments for our Brumbies tour rookies to realise we’re the enemy when we board our bus to Loftus Versfeld on Sunday morning. Pat McCabe April 20, 2012 The drive from our hotel in Pretoria to the stadium is one of the most daunting experiences for any rugby player....
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AS A rookie, there were some things I never understood – like playing well, then being dropped. Adam Freier April 20, 2012 A younger Adam Freier with his mum Chris at their home in 2002. Photo: Jane Dyson Not that 19 is overly young within Super Rugby squads nowadays, but, in 1999, I was as...
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Phil Kearns would be ecstatic that the current leading try-scorer in the competition is none other than powerful fatty Sona Taumalolo… SEASON 2012 PLAYER STATS (ROUND 8 ) Most Points 1. Johan Goosen (Cheetahs) 127 2. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 102 3. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 98 4. Aaron Cruden (Chiefs) 95 5. Joe Pietersen (Stormers)...
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BRUMBIES coach Jake White has warned his young side to prepare for a baptism of fire during their two-match safari in South Africa. Jon Tuxworth April 16, 2012 The Brumbies fly out of Canberra today, and White expects the rugby-mad South Africans to try to unsettle his youthful squad. White guided the Springboks to...
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The coaches I had through my time advocated the need to be close enough to a defensive player to commit them in attack. This doesn’t mean you have to be on top of the opposition and crowded for space, but commit a man by running at speed and then getting them to turn their...
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This match is our Super Rugby match of the week and we strongly suggest that if possible you watch it as it will televised across the world. It should be a huge match. Sean Maitland on the run for the Crusaders This match pits the current Super Rugby leading team the Stormers against the...
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Despite a front-row crisis of sorts at the Rebels and a few positional changes for both sides and Jake White rotating some of his first choice players this game is shaping up to be a cracker. Super Rugby, Saturday, 14 April 2012 – Round 8 – Canberra Stadium Kick-off 19.40PM (AEST), 11.40 (RSA), 21.40...
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The season heads towards the mid-point and the leader-boards starting to make some interesting reading. Source SEASON 2012 PLAYER STATS (ROUND 6) Most Points 1. Johan Goosen (Cheetahs) 98 2. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 86 3. Joe Pietersen (Stormers) 73 3. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 73 5. Aaron Cruden (Chiefs) 71 6. Christian Lealiifano (Brumbies) 65...
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MARSEILLE: Former All Black star Jonah Lomu is claiming more than 550,000 euros ($A695,000) in backpay and damages from his one-time French club Stade Phoceen, his lawyer has told the labour relations board. March 22, 2012 – 10:52AM Jonah Lomu playing for Marseille-Vitrolles in 2009. Photo: Reuters Lomu played for Stade when they were known...
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Sonny Bill Williams wants to be rugby league’s highest paid player if he returns to the NRL. March 22, 2012 – 12:09PM Sonny Bill Williams is eyeing a return to rugby league. Photo: Getty Images According to a report in Rugby League Week, the All Black wants about $800,000a year to return to league from rugby...
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SYDNEY: The NSW Waratahs have named a new-look halves pairing for their must-win Super Rugby clash against the Sharks at Allianz Stadium on Saturday. Ben Horne Berrick Barnes will start at five-eighth for the first time this season. Stand-in captain Daniel Halangahu has been moved back to the bench, with Berrick Barnes his replacement...
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I was recently chatting to a good mate of mine, Simon from ruckingoodstats.com, about all things rugby, and we drifted onto the topic of injuries. The main discussion point was the impact injuries have on a team, on a season and on an individual game. Ewen McKenzie March 22, 2012 Read later Long-term injury...
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Still extremely early in the season but as ever there are some interesting individual stats arising. Most Points 1. Johan Goosen (Cheetahs) 65 2. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 57 3. Aaron Cruden (Chiefs) 56 4. Michael Harris (Reds) 53 5. Joe Pietersen (Stormers) 47 5. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 47 7. James Stannard (Force) 46 8....
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THE Waratahs’ marquee overseas signing Sarel Pretorius is in danger of being demoted to the bench for his team’s first encounter of the year against his countrymen when they play the Sharks in Sydney on Saturday afternoon. Greg Growden March 21, 2012 Cut off … Sarel Pretorius trained with the main Waratahs squad for...
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EXCLUSIVE: John Smit ended his international rugby career as the most capped South African ever, having played 111 times for the Springboks, 83 of those as captain – itself a world-record feat. Mar 15, 2012 1 comments 0 New colours: Smit now plays for Aviva Premiership side Saracens in England. Despite seeing his place in the...
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SEASON 2012 SUPER 15 RUGBY PLAYER STATS Most Points 1. Michael Harris (Reds) 51 2. Johan Goosen (Cheetahs) 47 2. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 47 4. James Stannard (Force) 46 5. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 45 6. Tyler Bleyendaal (Crusaders) 42 7. Aaron Cruden (Chiefs) 37 7. Elton Jantjies (Lions) 37 9. Daniel Halangahu (Waratahs) 35...
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Head Coach Damien Hill has named his 22-man squad for Sunday afternoon’s clash against the Cheetahs at AAMI Park in Melbourne with kick-off scheduled for 4.10pm. STARTING TEAM: 1. LOOSEHEAD PROP - Nic Henderson 2. HOOKER - Adam Freier 3. TIGHTHEAD PROP - Laurie Weeks 4. LEFT LOCK - Luke Jones 5. RIGHT LOCK...
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When I was younger, I wanted to be a Special Forces soldier. I then went through a stage where becoming a professional game ranger greatly appealed to me. The thing that terrified me most was the idea of a desk job. By Clyde Rathbone, 15 Mar 2012 + enlarge image Ewen McKenzie. AP Photo/Francois Mori...
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Over the years, I’ve observed and listened to many referees, firstly as a player, and for the last 20 years as a commentator. Referees are wired, and commentators hear everything they say, including their justification for decisions made in real time. By Murray Mexted, 15 Mar 2012 + enlarge image Referee Bryce Lawrence gestures for...
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LONDON: Wales snatched a dramatic 19-12 win over England to win the Triple Crown and keep their hopes of a Six Nations Grand Slam alive at Twickenham here on Saturday. Julian Guyer February 26, 2012 ENGLAND 12 WALES 19 Crown clincher … Scott Williams scores the match-winning try for Wales. Photo: AFP The match was...
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Then there was a 10-metre run with four Petersham players hanging off him in the moments before Balmain’s first try. Georgina Robinson February 26, 2012 Read later Click for more photos Sebastien Chabal, the beast of Balmain Sebastien Chabal. Photo: Anthony Johnson SEBASTIEN CHABAL earned his match fee with six minutes to go. It wasn’t...
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AUSTRALIAN rugby circles were abuzz yesterday as it emerged that French cult rugby figure Sebastien Chabal was headed down under. Georgina Robinson February 15, 2012 “I will tell you a little secret. I will play in Australia soon” … Sebastien Chabal. Photo: Reuters But rather than appear with a Super Rugby team, Chabal will play...
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It’s February, the Super Rugby season is about to start, and – shock, horror – the South African provinces are having an almighty whinge. Greg Growden February 14, 2012 So, what’s new? One year, they are complaining that the tournament scheduling is unfair because, they argue, it favours the Australian and New Zealand teams....
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BARRING those in the injury ward, Waratahs coach Michael Foley will play every name on his roster in next Friday’s trial against Samoa in Tamworth. And he is also expected to unveil his key playmakers. Josh Rakic Foley was coy on who would fill the crucial roles, but South African recruit Sarel Pretorius is...
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Brumbies coach Jake White has enjoyed a dream start with his new Super Rugby side after they cruised to a 25-0 trial victory over the Western Force at Rugby Park in Darwin on Saturday night. February 5, 2012 Brumbies 25 Force 0 In what was the first trial match of the year for both...
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Brumbies coach Jake White says he’ll use his team’s opening trial matches to unearth his captain, dismissing suggestions the job has all but been entrusted to back-row recruit Ben Mowen. February 1, 2012 “I’ve been lucky enough that I’ve been working with this group and the majority have been with me since July but...
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“Every day I get calls from dads in South Africa asking where I suggest their kid can play.” say Jake White Chris Dutton February 1, 2012 – 12:00PM Ben Alexander models the Brumbies’ new strip. Photo: Stuart Walmsley ACT Brumbies coach Jake White wants to use a new alliance with the University of Canberra as...
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