Archive for September, 2010
USA name 7s squad for selection camp
The USA sevens program will have their second selection camp this weekend with head coach Al Caravelli assembling just over 30 players in Chula Vista, San Diego.Earlier in the summer Caravelli traveled throughout the United States attending various sevens tournaments, including the USA National competition in San Francisco and the National All Star Championships (NASC) [...]
Full StoryDonald gives Makos the boot
Stephen Donald contributed 18 points via the boot to help Waikato notch a crucial 33-15 ITM Cup win over Tasman in Hamilton on Saturday.
Full StoryMagpies burst Taranaki’s bubble
Hawke’s Bay registered just their second win of the ITM Cup season after shocking high-flying Taranaki 32-24 in Napier on Saturday.
Full StorySBW try against Wellington
The try late in the game from Sonny Bill Williams against Wellington in the ITM cup,,, suppose to be a pretty good one.
Have alot of respect for this guy really giving it a 100% when he could have been in France earning alot of money.
Canterbury rebound in Christchurch
Canterbury bounced back from last week’s upset ITM Cup defeat to Taranaki with a 37-30 win over Wellington in Christchurch on Saturday.
Full StoryFrench sides eye O’Gara
Ireland fly-half Ronan O’Gara is being courted by a number of Top 14 clubs according to reports in France.
Full StorySaints ready for Sarries test
Aviva Premiership leaders Northampton will put their unbeaten league record on the line when they tackle Saracens at Vicarage Road on Sunday.
Full StoryToulon miss out on top spot
Jonny Wilkinson kicked 16 points as Toulon beat Bourgoin 26-3 in the Top 14 on Friday, but failed to grab a bonus point to put them top.
Full StoryMunster remain unbeaten
Glasgow Warriors put up a brave fight before being overwhelmed by Magners League leaders Munster in the second half at Firhill on Friday.
Full StoryEdinburgh off the mark
A rampaging second half performance by Edinburgh gave Rob Moffat’s team their first Magners League win of the season over Leinster.
Full StoryScarlets slay the Dragons
The Scarlets rocketed towards the Magners League summit as they stormed to victory over the Dragons in Newport.
Full StoryPumas no match for Free State
The Cheetahs bagged maximum points in their Currie Cup fixture with a 59-24 victory over the Pumas in Bloemfontein on Friday.
Full StoryBest tries of the Top 14 music
watching the video just posted on the main page i remembered something i wanted to ask our french "dumpers", but maybe someone else might also be able to help me out:
i was in paris a couple of weeks ago and went to a club at one night with some other rugby dudes from france and [...]
Friday Funnies – Crouch, touch, slap, engage
Unfortunately there hasn’t been time for Magners League or Aviva Premiership highlights this week but hopefully tomorrow I’ll get some time to post something. It is Friday though, so time for a laugh with the latest Friday Funnies clip.
This one comes from Southland’s meeting with Waikato in the ITM Cup in New Zealand, a [...]
Saracens have repaired relationship with RFU, says chief executive Edward Griffiths
Saracens chief executive says the acrimony which characterised their
relationship with the RFU last season has gone.
Brian Moore: Corrupt players must be banned or cricket will reach its tipping point
The behaviour of officials who have commented on behalf of Pakistan players
has been thoroughly counter-productive.
Brian Moore: Wasps and Leicester wage a gloriously flawed battle of heavyweights
Wasps’ victory over Leicester was thrilling but full of basic errors.
Full StoryBest tries of the Top 14 – Round 6
With so much rugby taking place right now, it’s difficult to not only keep track of the all the goings on, but make sure the best clips are posted in a timely fashion. Your patience is appreciated as RD attempts to maintain a high standard and continue to please. For now, we’ll catch up on [...]
Full StoryMartin Roberts v Treviso
Brutal fumble over the line by Martin Roberts for Llanelli against Treviso.
The only clip I could find of it is here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPAl6rAltWg after 40 seconds. It happened about 22 mins into the match.
Playing Outside Centre ( 13 ) – Tips, Hints and Advices?
Hey lads,
I am in need of Tips, Hints and any useful advices on playing Outside Centre.
My coach is considering playing me in the outside 13 position which I dont’ generally play there apart from doing the runs in training when we are short of players.
I am a backs 3 type of player – [...]
Might want to post this clip
Saw this today, pretty cool. Reminded me of those impossible basketball shots on youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV3SQ9Gmlb0
Treviso – Top Hotels & Restaurants Guide & informations (Benetton Team)
It’s online and in free distribution the map with tourist guide of Treviso by Time To Lose.
After 3 years of experience and activities it was produced by Time To Lose Ltd for visitors and tourists with the intention of becoming a complete tool, easy and pocketable, for the city “navigation”.
Folding (L 48 cm) and pocketable [...]
ITM Cup in New Zealand – Highlights from Round 8
The ITM Cup heads into another round of action as we near the weekend, so its time to catch up with the tries and highlights from Round 8. The feedback has been pretty positive, so here’s another enjoyable ten minute package of tries and highlights.
Southland continued their good run as they beat Waikato 7-6 [...]
Saracens bury the hatchet with RFU
According to Saracens CEO Edward Griffiths the acrimony which characterised the club’s relationship with the RFU is a thing of the past.
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