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Could I emphasise that this was not a paid commercial? Could I also point out that, like most winos I have met, Lindommer is very affable company once you overcome his natural reticence to talk? And very well dressed for someone who sleeps rough.

Uni 16 beat Wests 12 in a very tight game. Uni won all grades except 4s.

You've nailed me, drew. I am renowned for my pettiness but I must concede that this time I've plumbed new depths. On the other hand, on the issue of issue of my affection or otherwise for Deans, I don't think you understand me at all.

In today's SMH: " The first time Robbie Deans saw Palu play was on February 12, 2005 during a trial match between the Crusaders and the Waratahs. The breakaway dominated with powerful runs and thumping hits, and was named man of the match as NSW won. "Asked who stood out for the Waratahs...

Thanks for your assistance, Moses. You might as well draw some of the fire as well. I didn't really think I'd get away with it.

I hope you don't mind me removing the redundant words, Slim.

“Oh, when will they ever learn? "Oh, when will they ever learn?” The Dills of Driver Avenue have not disappointed. Yet again they are headed in exactly the wrong direction. Paying truckloads for Leaguies; drafting Dud from Durban; bringing in Nevilles from New Zealand; now they’re going for...

Another couple of examples: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIBTGv1_XcQ&feature=player_embedded http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQDSHRdC-Wg&feature=player_embedded No wonder the national team tossed it in after 50 minutes against the Wallabies. They're not used to playing a full game of...

I'm not sure why one of our resident Francophiles hasn't alerted us to this highlights package - a classic exposition of free flowing French rugby. It occurred when Bayonne visited Perpignan for a Top 14 clash last month. The visitors were welcomed with a chorus of jeers and boos as they took...

A classic, Reg

My first wish would be for the Wallabies to achieve parity with the other major contenders in strength and power. It could still be done but won't. If it were, some of the Hornet's points, i.e., solidity in the scrum, hardness at the breakdown and secure midfield defence, would almost...

I heard the other day that Crofty is living in Sydney. FMH! He would be the most rusted on Queenslander I could imagine. Are they all being seduced by the temptations of Sin City? And what happens when Crofty and Phil bump into one another in Paddo? Do they resume hostilities for old times sake?

It will certainly give us a clearer picture, HG, but will Fainga'a be playing 12? My comment was very specifically in relation to who is the better 12? I have my own opinion as to who is the better footballer but that is not the point at issue.

I concede there could be a minor degree of exaggeration in my description of the Waratah game strategy, RH. Suffice it to say that if they had as clear an idea of what they needed to do throughout the game as they have of what happens when they burst out of the barrier stalls I'd be much more...

I might be able to assist there, rsa. It's a bit long winded but I call it the first-past-the-winning-post-the-first-time-round-in-the-Melbourne-Cup approach. I credit our northern exile Gagger with first observing that in the first ten minutes of the game the 'Tahs play up tempo rugby that...

Yes, WCR, but not as much as I should. I was down at their clubhouse for their 40th Anniversary function last year. Unfortunately whenever they make a grand final it conflicts with the Sydney Premiership finals. In any case I know very few of those actively involved now. So basically it's...

Who with, WCR? I was foundation president of the Woonona Shamrocks who were very wild boys back in those times. One of their watering holes was the Bulli Workers Club, affectionately known throughout the district as the Shitcarters' Arms.

I don't read the posts on schools rugby but am interested in Grade and Colts in Sydney and Brisbane plus the ACT competition. If WorkingClass follows through on his offer to write about Illawarra rugby I would be interested in that as I was involved in rugby down there for about 25 years.

Joe and Prodigy, I'd be more than happy to see Robbie Fruean play outside centre for the All Blacks although I don't think that would be in our best interests. I just thought he might take another year to break through. I wish we had him.

Just a couple of points, Joe. Firstly it is not often that a 13 would be in position to tackle a 12. Secondly, while I think Robbie Fruean is an extraordinary talent, it is doubtful that he would be first choice 13 for the All Blacks this year. Certainly an in form and injury-free Mortlock is...