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With the introduction of the digital platform in FTA broadcasting I think it would be entirely possible to have all the Super Rugby games broadcast on FTA as they are currently on Fox. This is also why I suggested the split from Super Rugby (I will say I do enjoy Super Rugby but for these purposes I would be prepared to...

I think it's possible Rugby could chase similar if not more and establish a FTA presence at the same time.

So say at best $150 million. Bloody hell. In comparison to both the AFL and NRL even if they doubled that figure it would be a relative steal.

That's why I suggested looking at the Trans-Tasman option. It would provide a greater level of certainty in that regard as well as the option of establishing a further provincial set-up to deliver extra content friendly to the broadcasters needs. Does anyone remember what Fox paid for their...

A lot has been made of the AFL and NRL's current broadcasting agreements. While we could dwell on these and what they may mean for our games ability to retain talent, I'd prefer to look at the potential opportunities it present. Nine, Seven and Fox have committed a fortune to secure respective...

Do the ISA have any plans for 7s? I think it would be worthwhile for the association to look to set up Sevens league competition. Playing it in either term 1 or 4 over 6 tournament meetings you could have all the participating schools across both divisions participate. School could enter as...

St Gregory's College is also in ISA these days. Personally, I think the vessel should be the ISA for private schools and CHS for everyone else. For ISA use the current division set ups as I think that quite equitable in terms of competition while conference set ups for CHS would likely work...

Probably Japan. Not that I don't think he's not good enough to crack a Super Rugby squad place but I just think he's just been passed over in considerations. Pity because he actually reminds me a bit of George Smith in terms of his ball and running skills.

:) Yes, that's a perfectly rational way of looking at it. At the same. The lateral nature of your reasoning is, well, frightening.

What happens if we get a Norths vs Souths GF? I honestly hold no grudge toward either. In fact, I've backed each team on the occasions I've seen them this season. Tell you what. It might actually be refreshing watching a Shield GF not automatically despising one of the competitors. It'll be...

Sometimes it's very difficult to adequately convey the right amount of sarcasm to properly get a point across via text on a screen. However, Hugh, I must say that with this effort you have done so with a high degree of success. That said, when I played Colts at a district level there were a...

I'm sorry Hugh, but I have to disagree. As far as I am concerned 4th grade at a district club is completely different to purely social Rugby if you ask me. It may not be at the level of the top two grades but it should be at a greater level of respect for the competition than displayed by the...

No. That's a pretty weak excuse for mine.

Hope not. While I do think Manly will win, I hope it will be a good tight contest. Eastwood will really need to watch out for Norths who will as you point out, have their tails well and truly up.

I see him as the heir apparent to Palu. What I find really encouraging is that his hands have improved out of sight from the last time I saw him play Club footy. I'd really like to see the Tahs (well anyone actually) sign Volavola and give him a shot. There has been a few young guys putting...

They should both be really good games next week. I think Manly may get up over Parra though it would be immense if the 2Blues could manage the win and I can see Norths running over top of an Eastwood that has had several injuries thrust upon it.

I really like the looks of Volavola and Soifaloi (I know I've spelled that one wrong). The Souths team are really joyful to watch in full flight. Good game overall and I was very pleased with Timani MkII's workload and presence that's a positive for the Tahs. The Tahs should be watching some of...

Significant demographic changes at the school has lead to them effectively falling off the radar. As for rep players representing CHS, well Hurlstone is a government selective school so it makes sense that they feature in CHS as well as ISA. Though it would be good for the game to re-established...

There was a 7s competition going for a while but I'm unaware of any MCS Rugby competition. I know a teacher from there effectively ran the MCS rep team that as a Greg's old boy and because of some of his selection choices in the role, I have no affinity for the guy. They'd be a weak-ish choice...

I can tell you that Greg's are working on developing the necessary depth. It just takes time to introduce what is effectively still a new sport in a school previously dominated by just two. Same for Soccer at the school. It has been present for quite some time but it has still taken many years...