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Sydney Subbies 2025

crushermoran

crushermoran

Stan Wickham (3)
CrashBandicoot2 said:
Excellent for the revival of St Ives - Would be a shame if this club ceased to exist.

In saying that - Is anyone actually watching the quality of these contests?
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We were not expecting to make the move up to a tough division 4 competition after a few tough years in the lower divisions. Especially given that we were graded above clubs like Hawkesbury Valley, Harlequins, Western Raptors, Merrylands, Epping, Sydney Harbour etc. It was a clear sign from the board that they have complete faith in us, and what a decision it has been.

Sam Bowerman is still a gentlemen of the game and leading the boys well. I can't remember many players in my time who hit as hard as he does. Along with other senior guys like Benny 'mungo' Scott, Jarvo, Opey and Rusty Rod Chen (yes he still hasn't retired), we have a core group of experience in an otherwise young squad. We had 10 guys start on the weekend who were north of being born in 2000, and have a handful more on top of that. The vibes and energy is huge. Guys like Matty Abbott have just stepped in at 18 are leading the time around the field, but don't get me wrong, you open the space and he will take it and waltz right through. Then if it is not on, we have speed and skill in the backs, obviously everyone can see Pita Tuvusa is a class above.

There are tougher tests to come. Kings and Wakehurst are still to come, and while we nudged out Balmain, the return fixture at Leichhardt will be one that every subbies rugby enthusiast should be at.
 
Prodigy

Prodigy

Cyril Towers (30)
crushermoran said:
We were not expecting to make the move up to a tough division 4 competition after a few tough years in the lower divisions. Especially given that we were graded above clubs like Hawkesbury Valley, Harlequins, Western Raptors, Merrylands, Epping, Sydney Harbour etc. It was a clear sign from the board that they have complete faith in us, and what a decision it has been.

Sam Bowerman is still a gentlemen of the game and leading the boys well. I can't remember many players in my time who hit as hard as he does. Along with other senior guys like Benny 'mungo' Scott, Jarvo, Opey and Rusty Rod Chen (yes he still hasn't retired), we have a core group of experience in an otherwise young squad. We had 10 guys start on the weekend who were north of being born in 2000, and have a handful more on top of that. The vibes and energy is huge. Guys like Matty Abbott have just stepped in at 18 are leading the time around the field, but don't get me wrong, you open the space and he will take it and waltz right through. Then if it is not on, we have speed and skill in the backs, obviously everyone can see Pita Tuvusa is a class above.

There are tougher tests to come. Kings and Wakehurst are still to come, and while we nudged out Balmain, the return fixture at Leichhardt will be one that every subbies rugby enthusiast should be at.
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So winning the premiership will mean what next steps for the club?
 
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Chris McKivat (8)
Crashy said:
where do St Ives get their players from? Do Sti Ives high play rugby these days?
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I think a lot of clubs are no longer pulling the majority of guys out of the local area. I think it’s a big change from 10-20 years ago but players travel to play for clubs a lot more now than they used to cause a mate or coach is there that pulls them in.
I’m sure there is a percentage of guys from the area but I’d like to see the numbers on where players from each club live/come from
 
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CrashBandicoot2

Peter Burge (5)
crushermoran said:
We were not expecting to make the move up to a tough division 4 competition after a few tough years in the lower divisions. Especially given that we were graded above clubs like Hawkesbury Valley, Harlequins, Western Raptors, Merrylands, Epping, Sydney Harbour etc. It was a clear sign from the board that they have complete faith in us, and what a decision it has been.

Sam Bowerman is still a gentlemen of the game and leading the boys well. I can't remember many players in my time who hit as hard as he does. Along with other senior guys like Benny 'mungo' Scott, Jarvo, Opey and Rusty Rod Chen (yes he still hasn't retired), we have a core group of experience in an otherwise young squad. We had 10 guys start on the weekend who were north of being born in 2000, and have a handful more on top of that. The vibes and energy is huge. Guys like Matty Abbott have just stepped in at 18 are leading the time around the field, but don't get me wrong, you open the space and he will take it and waltz right through. Then if it is not on, we have speed and skill in the backs, obviously everyone can see Pita Tuvusa is a class above.

There are tougher tests to come. Kings and Wakehurst are still to come, and while we nudged out Balmain, the return fixture at Leichhardt will be one that every subbies rugby enthusiast should be at.
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What happened to that #8 you had last year? Very strong ball runner and defensively

Plan for this week is St Ives Kings 1st half on the way to see the end of Newport and Lindfield 2nd half before dinner at the Arms.
 
parkfootyenthusiast2

parkfootyenthusiast2

Sydney Middleton (9)
Oak_Wood said:
Whilst the Beecroft backline have serious amount of talent, the Beecroft pack has been ruthless in their execution and domination of each pack they have opposed so far...allowing the backs to shine!
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I don't disagree, they definitely set a strong platform. I thought their set piece defence on Saturday was particularly impressive. Turned away at least two maul attempts from 5 out. Backs can't shine without good front foot ball. They're an impressive outfit, deservedly title favourites at this stage I'd say.
 
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