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No, what is good for SANZAAR is most definitely not good for Australian rugby. It served us well initially but the sooner we are out of Super Rugby the better off we will be.

Far too simplistic to lay all the blame for BBC's losses at the feet of the goal kicker. In both games they made poor decisions and were beaten by tactically more astute teams. The fact that they scored more tries is testament to some outstanding guts and determination but their set piece was...

So it looks like an Australian team was cut to make life easier for the Sunwolves.

Jean Charle Smith NC 2011ish was also from WA. There are a lot of players running around Perth who, given the same opportunities, would do very well.

'deeply ingrained' like it is in Australia? I love the game but if we are honest with ourselves it is a niche sport in Australia. League, AFL and football all boast greater participation rates and there is very little exposure on FTA or in schools outside of private schools. Even in schools...

I would be targeting under 20's. Stitch them up with a decent salary and let them grow with the game. As revenue from the game grows, so too could their salaries. These are the players you want to capture and if you get the best young talent, the ARU will need to sit up and listen with regard to...

Add Ben Gunter to that list. 118kg 20 year old loose forward.

BBC struggling against State High. 21 to 10 to the visitors.

Decision making aside, BBC were very physical against Nudgee but came up short. While there may not be any 'superstars' in the NC side, they are collectively skilful, tough and resolute. I can't see anyone aside from TSS beating them. Teams should avoid attacking their midfield. Nudgee are...

I think an alternative competition that eventually draws talent away from ARU is a positive step. If young Wallaby eligible players are already going overseas and turning their back on the ARU/Wallabies, why couldn't they be enticed to stay and play in Australia if the price is right...

Many people bemoan the lack of talent and suggest we have overreached by having 5 teams in Super Rugby. When you consider the number of young Aussies plying their trade overseas I don't think we can pin our troubles on lack of players. To me, it seems coaching is where we are lacking. There...

I didn't see the incident where the TGS boy was hurt but there is absolutely no room for foul play. Hopefully a speedy recovery for the injured boys.

It is a shame BBC has again been cruelled by injuries. At full strength, they would have been formidable. There is bad luck and there is bad luck but the instance of serious injuries to 1st XV players at BBC is a worrying trend that does not seem to occur at other schools to the same extent. I...

For the record, the Queensland 8 you refer to actually played 13 for BBC.

There is no doubt he is a class player. Very good skills, vision and no shortage of courage.

I think BBC are going to face some challenges. Their set piece on Saturday was poor and turnovers from scrum and lineout allowed TSS to mount pressure and keep the scoreboard ticking over. Lack of depth in the backs is going to be a big concern and I suspect they will need to rest their 10...

The law doesn't talk about outcomes. It's illegal to take out a player in the air full stop.

Any thoughts on the incident in the TSS V BBC game where the BBC player was taken out in the air? TSS player was penalised but no card issued. I saw highlights of the Lions V Crusaders and note a player was red carded for taking a player out in the air. I am confused. Can anyone explain why the...

I have no affiliation with Downlands whatsoever but they deserve a lot of respect. GPS schools might well claim they run out 'second string' or 'fringe' players but do any of you really think for a second they don't care about the outcome. I agree they would have their eyes firmly on the prize...

To be fair, the Downlands V BBC game was a pretty good contest. By my reckoning, BBC were missing a winger and 3 forwards who would usually be in their 1st XV. Downlands took it to them and led at one stage in the second half. They used their big forwards well and had some sharp backs. Their 7...