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Hoy wrote an excellent article yesterday in which no less than seven Wallabies combinations were discussed. All had positives and negatives and when you…
The Brumbies host their southern neighbours the Rebels in this intriguing intra-conference game. Join us on The Roar for live scores and commentary from…
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Last week, a major story broke. Unfortunately, it received almost zero coverage. So RobC and El Gamba have decided to start the conversation. RobC…
The Western Force travel to NSW to face the Waratahs for their first match of the 2015 Super Rugby season. Join The Roar for…
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This article continues Rob C and El Gamba's National Rugby Championship dissection (Part 1) from last week. In our previous post we started putting…
The final round of the National Rugby Championship kicks off with the Sydney Stars hosting the North Harbour Rays at Leichardt Oval. Join The…
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“The media's the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the innocent guilty and to make the guilty innocent, and…
With the sketchy details available, I am concerned Kurtley Beale's latest indiscretion is a mountain being made out of a molehill because of previous,…
the North Harbour Rays play host to the in-form NSW Country Eagles on Thursday night at Brookvale Oval. Join The Roar for live scores…
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The history of national rugby union competitions has been disjointed to say the least. From 1968 to 1977, the Wallaby Trophy was the first…
MATCH RESULT: Brisbane City have claimed the opening match of the 2014 National Rugby Championship with a 45-20 victory against the Sydney Stars at…
Following on from the penultimate round of the 2014 Super Rugby, it is probably a good time to have a look at where we…
Super Rugby returns this weekend and I am excited. Is this due to the Force being this close to a maiden finals appearance? Probably.…
Regardless of Bill Pulver's opinion regarding sabbaticals, the June international window has provided just that (if only for a month) for many Super Rugby…
After a perfect tipping result last week, obviously built on luck, I felt it important to provide the winners to this week's games. In…
A key part of the discussion in regards to the future of Super Rugby is financial viability. If we forget about cost base for…
I must say I was surprised prior to the Force/Reds game to have a quick look at a Fox Sports Round 8 preview to…
Is anyone else out there a manager? Has anyone else had to deal with tricky employees, potentially with egos? If so, I'd ask you…
Like most Australian rugby supporters, I have always been reasonably outspoken among supporters of other nations' teams. This can be in the work place…
A lot has been written and commented upon regarding the refereeing by Bryce Lawrence of the Australia/South Africa quarter-final. Not enough has been said…
Yes agree, and each level of the pathway should have their own strategy which feeds into the overall strategy best serving Australian rugby. Supported by RA. Hypothetical at this point sure, I reckon I could get AI to make me an overall strategy in half an hour with the right inputs. It may take a while to work out those inputs, but AI can help there too.
Or PK, we can trust in RA.
Set up to fail: The gaping hole in Aussie Super Rugby coaching CVs - with one clear exception
Hahaha, not much of a segue at all!!
Fresh Wallabies blow as Waratahs lose gun centre to complicate selection ahead of Lions tour
Just like for players coaches need solid pathways. RA should have a development plan for every Super asst coach and first grade hospital and Shute head coaches. This should include things like time overseas amongst many other initiatives.
Oh, sorry, just realised my mistake – that sounds like a strategy
Set up to fail: The gaping hole in Aussie Super Rugby coaching CVs - with one clear exception
I also think there’s a lot of experience that younger players can learn from, both on and off the field (I.e. don’t put yourself in certain situations)
'Why wouldn't you?': Beale backed for NRL switch by cross-code great
You’re correct, we shouldn’t have to choose but either way they have Suali on 1.6m. Well I read 1.6 the other day but I think I’ve heard as low as 1 before, way too much either way
Fresh Wallabies blow as Waratahs lose gun centre to complicate selection ahead of Lions tour
I humbly disagree. I’d rather have four (or even one) Perese’s providing competition for spots in the Waalabies while mentoring the next generation than one over priced Leaguie cross coder. And keep Mark N as well. Unfortunately I see this as another symptom of previous mismanagement by RA, and we’re still paying the piper. I also find it amazing that the security at New Parliament House (how long do we need to call it ‘New’?) aren’t trained in responsible service of alcohol, which is now costing the taxpayer millions. Incompetence everywhere
Fresh Wallabies blow as Waratahs lose gun centre to complicate selection ahead of Lions tour
Interesting, thought it was just me but seems to be quite a broad isssue, thanks for raising
ANALYSIS: Good teams win when they're not at their best - but the Brumbies have a lot to fix to challenge in Super Rugby
It would be nice. But it’s taking longer than Phil Waugh would’ve liked, so you know, I would really like to know who the CEO of RA is so that we can hold him/her to account for the delay. Phil, perhaps you can let us roarers know who the CEO is so that interested parties could petition them for some decisive answers?
'We need to accelerate': Waugh admits RA behind schedule on Rebels future as tickets sold to ailing club's Lions clash
I’d agree but feel the slower starting kiwi sides will get up to speed quick smart. Also, although I think the Aus super sides have improved this year, they will still need to improve more to compete at the business end of the competition
Rugby News: SBW's verdict on crashing Crusaders as 'beast' suffers blow, Sam Cane ABs replacement emerges
Yes, but let’s build a team around an injury prone teenage full back. Doesn’t deserve oxygen this stuff
'Everything was approved': Eddie hits back at $2.6m RWC budget blow-out, says Wallabies can build team around young gun
But also include 20 or so club players as identified by the talent scouts. If indeed talent scouts exist in Australian rugby
McReight masterclass, Uru statement: Reds smash Rebels in Aussie Super Rugby derby
I’ve missed a few steps in my logic but please feel free to expand if you get the drift!
McReight masterclass, Uru statement: Reds smash Rebels in Aussie Super Rugby derby
How’s this for a left idea, RA mandate that any uncapped Wallaby becomes available for 2 or 3 week blocks of training learning from the likes of Joe, Laurie and whatever provincial coach’s needed to deliver on the basics of whatever they think the national side needs. Mix it up. Build cohesion at the basic level
McReight masterclass, Uru statement: Reds smash Rebels in Aussie Super Rugby derby
It’s been a tough few years, covid, Ukraine, the Houthi’s, Chinese Iron Ore demand about to go off a cliff but the longest malaise has been the last two decades of incompetence at Rugby HQ leading to what could be catastrophic. Even though it’s kind of playing the fiddle while Rome burns, but could we please have some positive articles while rugby is still a thing in Australia? Not asking players about their potential team mate’s decisions. Ask about the rugby, please. It won’t be for long, I don’t understand how 2025 will work even if the Rebel’s aren’t cut, all their players will be gone and it’ll be untenable. Then add the flow on affects for any other player coming off contract in 2024. What a mess. So please, let’s find out Belly’s favourite movie or hobby whilst he still can pay the bills to do these things
'If you want to play ping pong': Wallaby's classic reaction to Jorgo exit talk
Jeez, all Australian rugby fans!
'Be useful': how unrivalled discipline and work rate is lifting the Reds to new heights
Broke and broken
RA reeling and facing a mass exodus of biggest stars - there are three key reasons why they're in peril
Max does look promising but seems a little injury prone, concerning given his age but then maybe he is just being cautious because of that
Exclusive: NRL powerhouse set sights on Wallaby-in-waiting after ex-All Blacks boss snags Roosters star Manu
Looking forward to your article on the subject. Could you please spell and grammar check before posting? Thanks in advance! 😁
'Breathing life back into Australian rugby': How Reds revolution can supercharge several Wallaby careers
Nice Segway thanks TF, Jake Gordon is looking sharp
'Breathing life back into Australian rugby': How Reds revolution can supercharge several Wallaby careers
Wow. Welcome to the big time RA, An $80m deal to pay down $40m and start again with $40m. They’ll have nothing left if the rebels get up. But they’ll never be able to take Vunivalu from out beautiful game. Until his contract runs out
Rebels set to sue Rugby Australia as civil war erupts, Rugby Victoria President barred from summit
Both right as busted says mate haha
Leaked document says RA out to 'destroy Super Rugby' and 'turn members against each other' as Rebels' pain comes to light
What a heading, brilliant! Why not just ‘Truths and Guesses’ for that section though?
Leaked document says RA out to 'destroy Super Rugby' and 'turn members against each other' as Rebels' pain comes to light
Nero?
Leaked document says RA out to 'destroy Super Rugby' and 'turn members against each other' as Rebels' pain comes to light
Thought there may have been an obstruction in the first vdM try, really liked, though, that the ref was asked by Wales and he said it looked fine live avoiding what would often be a 10 minute TMO investigation and trial by slow motion. Good decision
Six Nations Wrap: Scotland 'disappointed' despite famous Wales win, England survive Italian scare
Quick thoughts on the Bobby’s try around 20 minutes. Rolling maul. It was a brilliant but rare kind of maul. The one we worked on in first grade years ago. Transferring the ball whilst mauling. The guys at the front build the momentum and peel out with an opponent, then rejoin at the back. The ball may be then transferred you you and those at the front do the same again. Repeat as necessary, if you’re moving forward when you peel out and rejoin the maul you’re adding momentum. If you’re going back, you’re trying to halt momentum on the back foot with a tonne of humans rolling your way. I feel this is an almost lost art form which is a beautiful part of rugby. Much more interesting than the solid set, drive and the hooker always scores as he’s at the back. Or 7 as the Pocock method used to do at the brumbies
'Statement game': Brumbies smash Moana Pasifika as Lolesio, Wright and Toole light up Canberra